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One person has died in a two-vehicle crash near Wairakei, Taupō, resulting in the closure of State Highway 1 this morning. Emergency services responded at 7:30 am, with the deceased being the sole occupant of one vehicle, while two individuals in the second vehicle sustained minor injuries; the Serious Crash Unit is investigating the scene. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A car accident near Wairakei, Taupō, caused one person to sadly die and...

Smith & Caughey’s, a historic Auckland department store founded in 1880, officially closed on June 15, with its final auction for retail assets set for July 20. Varsha Anjali, a former part-time sales assistant at the store while studying, reflects on her experiences and the valuable lessons learned during her time there. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Smith & Caughey's, a special store in Auckland that opened a long time ago in 1880,...

Zuru co-founder Nick Mowbray announced at the China Business Summit in Auckland that the company aims to have its affordable, factory-built houses ready for customers in about two to three years. This construction venture, part of Zuru’s Tech division, has faced delays since its initial 2021 launch plan due to the pandemic and other factors. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Zuru's co-founder, Nick Mowbray, says they plan to start making and selling affordable...

A pair of shoplifters, aged 37 and 28, have been arrested in Auckland for stealing over $250,000 worth of goods from stores, shortly after the launch of a new police team focused on retail crime. The man faces five counts of shoplifting and is scheduled to appear in court on July 29, while the woman is charged with nine counts of shoplifting and burglary, set for court on July 30. Explain It To Me Like...

The mother of Te Reo Wickliffe-Heta, a Mongrel Mob member fatally stabbed by his partner Te Waiariki Te Uaahiahi Grace during a fight, recalls the traumatic police visit following the incident. Grace, who has been under name suppression since her court appearance in January 2024, stabbed Wickliffe-Heta in the chest as he arrived at her home in an agitated state. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A woman accidentally hurt her partner during a...

At a Coldplay concert in Boston, a viral clip emerged featuring Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR director Kristin Cabot in a seemingly romantic moment, despite both being married to other people. Their awkward reaction upon being caught on the kiss cam, which prompted laughter from the audience, led to speculation about their relationship, as Chris Martin quipped about their shyness or potential affair. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Summary At a Coldplay...