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New study blows the myth of money and happiness

Researchers from the University of Otago recently published a study demonstrating that people who lead a simple life tend to...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Aug 2025 | 3 min read
trump delays china tariff increase for another 90 days

Trump delays China tariff increase for another 90 days

President Donald Trump has announced a further extension of the current pause on elevated tariffs imposed on Chinese imports, delaying...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Aug 2025 | 3 min read
ukraine warns world against trusting russia ahead of trump putin talks

Ukraine warns world against trusting Russia ahead of Trump-Putin talks

Ukraine has been left out of upcoming talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
te kuha mine

Te Kuha Mine fast-track application declined over seven criteria failures

The application for fast-track approval of Te Kuha Mine on the West Coast was declined after failing to meet seven...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
construction sector positive despite economic headwinds, survey finds

Construction sector positive despite economic headwinds, survey finds

93% of leaders in the construction sector continue to be optimistic about the industry's future over the next five years,...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Aug 2025 | 1 min read
tesla seeks licence to supply electricity to uk homes

Tesla seeks licence to supply electricity to UK homes

Tesla, the well-known electric vehicle and energy firm founded by Elon Musk, is preparing to enter the UK electricity market...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 12 Aug 2025 | 3 min read
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ANZ lowers home loan interest rates

ANZ announces reduction in certain fixed and special home loan interest rates. The nation’s biggest bank announced it will reduce...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
trump targets crime, homelessness in washington dc

Trump targets crime, homelessness in Washington DC

President Donald Trump is set to launch federal actions to tackle crime and homelessness in Washington, D.C., including the potential...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 12 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
co operative bank invests in new cloud banking system (2)

Co-operative Bank invests in new cloud banking system

The Co-operative Bank has launched a major technology investment, selecting UK-based 10x Banking to lead the transformation of its core...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 12 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
resources minister shane jones

Resources Minister seeks advice on boosting coal usage amid gas shortage

Resources Minister and Associate Minister for Energy Shane Jones is requesting guidance on areas where the electricity system could increase...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Aug 2025 | 3 min read
intel ceo addresses misinformation, trump’s resignation call

Intel CEO addresses misinformation, Trump’s resignation call

Lip-Bu Tan, who became chief executive officer of Intel Corporation in March 2025, has recently faced scrutiny after President Donald...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 11 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
fake matakana boutique

Fake online shop uses legitimate Matakana business name

An illegitimate online store operating under the name of a legitimate Matakana business has deceived customers, thus triggering a compliance...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 11 Aug 2025 | 3 min read
white house zelenskyy may join alaska summit with trump, putin

White House: Zelenskyy may join Alaska summit with Trump, Putin

The White House is currently contemplating inviting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Alaska, coinciding with the planned meeting between U.S....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 11 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
nzdf joins papua new guinea in golden jubilee commemorations

NZDF joins Papua New Guinea in golden jubilee commemorations

Papua New Guinea (PNG) is preparing to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its independence on September 16, 2025. The golden...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 11 Aug 2025 | 2 min read
nz introduces two work visas to tackle labour shortages

NZ introduces two work visas to tackle labour shortages

The New Zealand Government will introduce two new work visa options in December 2025 to address labour shortages in key...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 11 Aug 2025 | 3 min read
minerals

New Zealand launches minerals strategy to 2040

New Zealand has released A Minerals Strategy for New Zealand to 2040, setting out plans to accelerate exploration and production...

By Nicole Valdez | 08 Aug 2025 | 3 min read