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china hits eu medical device imports with new restrictions

China hits EU medical device imports with new restrictions

China has introduced new restrictions on the import of medical devices from the European Union, targeting government procurement contracts valued...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
crypto

NZ pushes crypto regulation with reforms and OECD compliance

New Zealand is advancing its crypto regulation into 2026, reinforcing its property-based classification of digital assets through a wave of...

By Nicole Valdez | 07 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
new world

Massive blaze forces New World Victoria Park closure, staff redundancies loom

Workers at New World Victoria Park supermarket may face redundancy following a massive blaze that left the building severely damaged.  On...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Jul 2025 | 2 min read
trump signs tariff letters to 12 countries

Trump signs tariff letters to 12 countries

President Donald Trump has intensified the United States’ trade offensive by signing and preparing to send formal notices to 12...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
tiktok cuts jobs in us e commerce division

TikTok cuts jobs in US e-commerce division

TikTok’s e-commerce initiative in the United States, TikTok Shop, is reportedly encountering difficulties, resulting in several rounds of staff reductions....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 04 Jul 2025 | 2 min read
meatbox

The Meat Box expands grocery line-up for Kiwi customers

The Meat Box is no longer just a source for premium cuts. The family-owned business is growing its lineup to...

By Nicole Valdez | 04 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
hong kong ipo market surges to new heights in 2025

Hong Kong IPO market surges to new heights in 2025

Hong Kong is quickly reasserting itself as a leading global centre for initial public offerings (IPOs), with its equity markets...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 04 Jul 2025 | 2 min read
tresspass act

Trespass Act reforms to protect retail sector

The New Zealand government has announced plans to amend the Trespass Act to better protect retailers from rising cases of...

By Nicole Valdez | 04 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
trade deal with vietnam sets tone for asia negotiations

Trade deal with Vietnam sets tone for Asia negotiations

Global attention focused on Vietnam on Thursday after the United States and Hanoi announced a trade deal just days before...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 04 Jul 2025 | 2 min read
cardrona hotel nz

Historic Cardrona Hotel near Wānaka hits the market

The 162-year-old Cardrona Hotel, a heritage-listed landmark near Wānaka, is being put up for sale. Co-owner Cade Thornton described the decision...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 04 Jul 2025 | 2 min read
us suspends some weapons shipments as trump talks with putin

US suspends some weapons shipments as Trump talks with Putin

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin recently engaged in a lengthy telephone conversation, a development that coincided with...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 04 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
woolworths' loyalty programme everyday rewards

Woolworths issues apology following accidental voucher email to thousands

Woolworths’ popular loyalty programme has issued an apology after an email promising a $15 voucher was sent to approximately 500,000...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 04 Jul 2025 | 2 min read
sharkfin

Illegal shark fins and meat trade growing between Australia and NZ

Illegal shark products are quietly passing between Australia and New Zealand, often concealed in personal luggage or posted under the...

By Nicole Valdez | 03 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
trump’s bill could slash medicaid, leave millions uninsured

Trump’s bill could slash Medicaid, leave millions uninsured

As Republicans rush to finalise President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill before the July 4 deadline, concerns are...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 03 Jul 2025 | 2 min read
legaldispute

BX Foods takes steps to stabilise after legal dispute and financial losses

BX Foods, a meat processor located in North Otago and owned by China’s Binxi Group, has come to a settlement...

By Nicole Valdez | 03 Jul 2025 | 3 min read
elegant kiwi homes owner offers free home build to benefit hato hone st john

Elegant Kiwi Homes owner offers free home build to benefit Hato Hone St John

Elegant Kiwi Homes owner Ivan Presquito offers to build a home to support Hato Hone St John, New Zealand’s vital...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 03 Jul 2025 | 2 min read