‘Delight and relief’ as Ashburton council boss reappointed

US President Donald Trump announced the deployment of two nuclear submarines in response to provocative remarks from former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, emphasizing the potential consequences of inflammatory statements. Trump did not specify whether the submarines are nuclear-powered or nuclear-armed and kept their locations confidential, highlighting the sensitivity of US-Russia nuclear relations. Want More Context? 🔎

Daytona Thompson, 22, has been charged with manslaughter following the fatal punch he delivered to Daniel Nganeko in an allegedly unprovoked attack outside a rugby clubroom. Thompson appeared in New Plymouth District Court amid a gathering of family and friends from both sides, as Judge Tony Greig acknowledged the profound tragedy of the incident. Want More Context? 🔎

An Auckland branch of The Warehouse was put on lockdown after a man threatened a security guard with a knife. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when the guard confronted the man for eating items from the shelves, leading to the armed threat. Want More Context? 🔎

Chad Lionel Erueti confronted his former partner at her home despite being asked to leave, ultimately driving into her and pinning her against a wall. This incident left the woman in fear for her life and suffering from anxiety, as she constantly worried about his potential return. Want More Context? 🔎

Police are investigating a violent sideline brawl involving parents and students that led to the abandonment of a schoolboy rugby match between Auckland Grammar and De La Salle College. The altercation reportedly stemmed from a red card issued after a De La Salle player allegedly kicked an Auckland Grammar player in the head, causing significant commotion among spectators. Want More Context? 🔎

Hori Gage was fatally shot in his car on his driveway in front of his partner and children. Royden Haenga and Robert Richards, both members of Black Power, were found guilty of his murder, intended as retaliation for a previous gang incident, despite Gage having no connection to the conflict and being part of a different gang. Want More Context? 🔎