New Zealand share prices dropped sharply and Aussie stocks plunged as the financial fallout from US President Donald Trump’s tariffs announcement continued to spook world markets, with the S&P/NZX50 Index down 3% led by Fisher and Paykel Healthcare. Australian stocks also fell significantly amid fears of a global recession, with the S&P/ASX 200 dropping 6.3%. China retaliated with a 34% duty on US imports, escalating the likelihood of a full-blown trade war and increasing US tariffs on Chinese goods to 76%.
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Christchurch newborn baby abuser, murderer Michael Topp loses appeal over conviction
The Court of Appeal has dismissed Michael Topp's appeal regarding his conviction for the murder of his 3-month-old daughter, rejecting his claims of unfair trial and attributing injuries to the infant's mother instead. Topp contended that expert witness testimony had tainted the jury's decision, but the court upheld the original ruling. Want More Context? 🔎
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