Are New Zealanders getting lonelier?

Warren Buffett announced his retirement as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway after 55 years, emphasizing the importance of patience, compounding, and investing in companies rather than markets. His successor, Greg Abel, will inherit over US$340 billion in cash for future investments. This year's Berkshire Hathaway Annual General Meeting was particularly notable as it marked Buffett's departure, highlighting the event's role as both an investor relations masterclass and a celebration of Buffett's legacy. Full Article

A woman has alleged that she was quickly drawn into a relationship with a man who "love-bombed" her, leading to feelings of entrapment, isolation, and ongoing sexual demands. The man, whose identity is protected, is currently facing 33 charges of sexual and physical violence in the High Court at Whangārei, involving five female complainants. Between 2000 and 2015, he had consecutive relationships and fathered children with each of the women involved. Full Article

A significant police operation in East Auckland monitored gang members during a memorial drive, resulting in multiple arrests and heightened tensions. Objects were thrown at police at Botany Junction, leading to three arrests and the seizure of three motorbikes. Authorities are continuing their investigation and anticipate further arrests related to driving offenses and aggressive behavior, as expressed by Counties Manukau Police Inspector Adam Pyne, who voiced disappointment over the gang members' conduct during the event....

A 14-year-old Rosehill College student suffered a head gash and concussion during a bus crash in Pahurehure, where a Ritchies bus collided with a tree, injuring eight people. The girl, who chose to remain anonymous, was sitting with friends at the back of the bus when she noticed they were too close to the footpath, and moments later, the bus crashed, causing passengers to be thrown forward. The incident occurred just before 9 am, resulting...

SummaryA speeding car went airborne in Whangārei, narrowly avoiding serious injury to residents when it crashed through a neighbor's roof. Ruby, a resident who was awakened by the thud, discovered that her neighbor was not home due to a hospital stay, thereby escaping harm. The vehicle had come off Mill Rd, flown over Ruby's unit, and landed on her neighbor's unit, highlighting the danger of previous crashes in the area. Full Article

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney firmly told US President Donald Trump that Canada was “never for sale” during their White House meeting, rejecting Trump's suggestion that Canada become the 51st US state. The leaders discussed trade tariffs, with Carney emphasizing Canada's sovereignty and its unwillingness to alter its stance. Despite Trump's assertions of friendly relations, tension was evident in their interaction as Carney compared Canada to the Oval Office and Buckingham Palace, indicating its status...