Study: New Zealand's cities sinking, at risk from rising seas

A new study reported by a public broadcaster on Monday reveals that New Zealand’s major cities and shorelines are gradually sinking and are at risk of being affected by rising sea levels. The coastlines near major cities in New Zealand are sinking by a few …

New Zealand Awards CAE Contract For C130J Sim Support

Sun, Apr 06, 2025 CAE announced it has been awarded a contract by the New Zealand Defence Force to deliver simulator maintenance and support services to the Royal New Zealand Air Force for its C-130J Weapons Systems Trainer at the RNZAF Base Auckland. …

Pensacola restaurants debut new spring menus

As the Pensacola area continues to bloom with signs of spring, local restaurants are also beginning to refresh their menus. Here’s a look at some of the biggest menu updates for the spring and summer season in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties in the latest …

A new Caribbean fusion restaurant and bar is now open in Carteret

With a new performing arts center, waterfront redevelopment and New York City ferry service in the works, Carteret is undergoing a renaissance. And now, a new restaurant is open that reflects that cutting-edge attitude while sticking to the borough’s …

Fiji and New Zealand Triumph at HSBC SVNS Singapore 2025

Fiji's men win HSBC SVNS Singapore 2025 ©World Rugby Fiji's men's rugby sevens team delivered a powerful performance to claim the HSBC SVNS Singapore 2025 title, defeating Kenya 21-12 in a spirited final. Despite trailing at halftime after a …

New Zealand unveils military revamp

WELLINGTON — New Zealand will ramp up defense spending under a major military overhaul unveiled Monday, pouring billions of dollars into missiles, cybersecurity and drones. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said it was time for New Zealand to "pull its …

James Pamment appointed as Bangladesh’s new fielding coach

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has appointed James Pamment as the new fielding coach of the national men’s team, ahead of a season packed with challenges.  James will take over the role ahead of the home series against Zimbabwe later this month. The 56 …

Air NZ flight diverted to New Plymouth, passenger reports smell of fuel

Air New Zealand head of flight operations Hugh Pearce says they are working to get passengers to their destination. Sign up to The Daily H, a free newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.

New Zealand to double defence spending to 2% of GDP

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Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa hosts ‘Our Changing City’ interactive digital exhibition