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Police are investigating a fire at Just Funerals in Māngere Bridge, Auckland, which occurred around 11:50 PM. Following the blaze, four individuals were spotted fleeing the scene, prompting authorities to seek their identification and location. Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward confirmed that inquiries are ongoing regarding the incident. Full Article

The suspect in a car-ramming attack during a Filipino street party in Vancouver, Canada, which resulted in 11 fatalities, acted intentionally and has a significant history of mental health issues, according to police. While no motive has been confirmed for the Saturday evening incident, authorities have ruled out terrorism. The police chief raised the death toll from nine and noted that the 30-year-old suspect had extensive prior interactions with law enforcement and mental health professionals....

SummaryIn Vancouver, Canadian police arrested a 30-year-old man after a vehicle crashed into a Filipino community street party celebrating Lapu Lapu Day, resulting in multiple fatalities. The incident occurred shortly after 8pm in the Sunset on Fraser neighborhood, coinciding with the weekend before Canada's election. Authorities described the driver as a "lone suspect" who was known to police at the time of the incident, which drew significant media attention. Full Article

One of the bestIn 2025, Super Rugby Pacific has delivered an exceptionally entertaining season marked by unexpected upsets and standout player performances, particularly from the Chiefs and Crusaders, with Emoni Narawa and Will Jordan shining. The competition has proven to be one of the most thrilling starts since its inception in 1996, sparking enthusiasm even after 29 years of reporting on it. However, the Blues are currently facing challenges after a disappointing loss to the...

Fei Wei was sentenced to 11.5 years for her significant role in a methamphetamine syndicate, despite her claims of never having used drugs. Judge Kevin Glubb recognized her financial desperation—after her Auckland home-staging business floundered during the Covid-19 pandemic, her debt to loan sharks escalated from $50,000 to $700,000 due to high-interest rates. Wei pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including drug importation and money laundering involving nearly $2 million, after reluctantly agreeing to help the...

A Kiwi with a history of driving offences, Daniel Phillip Hancy, 39, has been deported from Australia after crashing into a motorcyclist and two cars while intoxicated, resulting in significant injuries to one individual. He has been held in a Brisbane immigration detention center pending an appeal regarding his immigration status. However, the Administrative Review Tribunal of Australia upheld the immigration minister's decision to cancel Hancy's visa due to his criminal behavior, leading to his...