Tax rises will make it harder to hire, says business group

A 19-year-old Tauranga man, Patrick Paul Moloney, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to a series of assaults and the online posting of videos documenting these incidents. Initially entering a not guilty plea in December, he now faces one charge of common assault, two charges of injuring with intent, and one charge of posting harmful communication during a recent hearing at Tauranga District Court. The assault charges could result in a maximum of three...

Summary A homeowner in a residential complex in Table View, Cape Town, has filed for a protection from harassment order against the chairperson of the homeowners' association, citing fears for her safety. This situation underscores the complexities of interpersonal relationships within community associations. The case highlights the need for conflict resolution and safety measures in residential settings. Full Article

China's copper stockpiles are projected to deplete within months due to a significant tightening shock in the market driven by fears of impending US tariffs, according to Mercuria's executives. The US is now competing with China for copper supplies, causing a surge in imports as buyers stock up ahead of potential levies, which has led to record declines in China's inventories and rising prices in the US. Analysts warn that retaliatory measures from China and...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated calls for the dismantling of Iran's nuclear infrastructure as the U.S. and Iran engage in indirect talks mediated by Oman to establish a nuclear accord. Netanyahu emphasized that a successful deal must eliminate all of Iran's nuclear capabilities, similar to Libya's 2003 agreement, while ensuring Tehran cannot develop ballistic missiles. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, expressed confidence in overcoming U.S. pressures, and warned that any attack on Iran...

UPSC has declared the CDS (I) result for 2025, with 8,516 candidates qualifying for the next stage, the SSB Interview, for various military academies starting between January and April 2026. Candidates must submit original certificates to respective military branches by specified deadlines, with registration for those choosing Army courses required at joinindianarmy.nic.in. The result can be accessed on upsc.gov.in, where candidates can find their status by searching their roll numbers in the released PDF. Full...

A tornado watch is in effect across the Midwest, alerting millions as severe weather, including wind and hail, continues from a system that moved in over the weekend. Key areas at risk include northern Iowa, eastern Minnesota, and western Wisconsin, where strong tornadoes, large hail, and destructive winds are expected. The threat extends to parts of Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, Texas, and Oklahoma, with an enhanced risk of severe storms continuing into Tuesday, particularly over northern...