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    Robots race past humans in China half-marathon

    A Lightning humanoid robot by Honor takes part in the half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday. Photo...

    Robots race past humans in China half-marathon

    Several robots vying for the podium were noticeably faster than professional athletes racing in the human race.

    Pope downplays feud with Trump

    Pope Leo's Africa tour is one of the most complicated ever arranged for a pontiff. Photo: Reuters

    Pope downplays feud with Trump

    Pope Leo XIV has sought to downplay his feud with US President Donald Trump, saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects".

    Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz

    Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf. Photo: Reuters

    Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz

    Iran's top negotiator says recent talks with the US has made progress, but gaps remain over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping channel.

    Homicide inquiry into Hastings deaths

    Police were called to a house on Avenue Road East on Sunday morning. Photo: RNZ

    Homicide inquiry into Hastings deaths

    A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of three people in Hastings.

    States of emergency declared in North Island

    Ōhura resident Mike Crowley was taken aback by the amount of flooding that had hit the small town...

    States of emergency declared in North Island

    States of local emergency have been declared in the Ruapheu District and the Whanganui District due to heavy rain.

    User-pays school bus service to stop

    Nikita Walker with daughter Jasmine. Photo: RNZ

    User-pays school bus service to stop

    A user-pays bus service for Manawatū children no longer eligible for govt-funded services to schools in Palmerston North will stop from Monday.

    Port Chalmers Lotto player wins $1 million

    The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from Otago. Photo: ODT files

    Port Chalmers Lotto player wins $1 million

    It has been a lucky night for a Lotto player from Port Chalmers who has won $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday's draw.

    Time to give back, says National's Dunedin candidate

    Time to give back, says National's Dunedin candidate

    The National Party has announced its Dunedin candidate for this year's general election.

    Partying on safely in Hyde St

    Hyde St partygoers listen to the band One Day. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Partying on safely in Hyde St

    Everyone from pirates to speedo cops were present as students gathered in their dressed-up masses at the annual Hyde St party in North Dunedin.

    Fire crews called to Princes St building

    PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Fire crews called to Princes St building

    Fire and Emergency NZ staff check out a building in central Dunedin after called to a possible fire about lunchtime.

    Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour

    Prince Harry with an affectionate dog at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia after taking part...

    Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour

    Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan have rubbed shoulders with Australia's ultra-rich, Bondi massacre heroes and an over-friendly pooch as their tour Down Under comes to an end.

    Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps

    Last year's half-marathon winner, humanoid robot Tiangong Ultra. REUTERS

    Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps

    More than 300 humanoid robots participating in China's second robot half-marathon on Sunday will be facing tougher terrain designed to test their technical advancements.

    Flash flooding in Wellington region

    Flooding in Stokes Valley, in the Wellington region, today. Photo: Stokes Valley Volunteer Fire...

    Flash flooding in Wellington region

    The Wellington region has been hit by flash flooding, as thunderstorms brought heavy rain to parts of NZ.

    Fatal crash, body at house fire may be linked: police

    Photo: ODT files

    Fatal crash, body at house fire may be linked: police

    A body found at a house fire may be linked to a fatal car crash earlier this week in the Ruapehu district, police said.

    Bishop 'unhappy' over probe into police breath testing

    In December last year it was revealed NZTA had commissioned an independent analysis of breath...

    Bishop 'unhappy' over probe into police breath testing

    Transport Minister Chris Bishop has told officials to hurry up and give him a full briefing on an independent analysis of police breath testing data, saying he's unhappy at how long it's taken to investigate.

    Iran reopens strait, but says US must end naval blockade

    The Malta-flagged tanker Agios Fanourios I, an oil tanker that sailed through the Strait of...

    Iran reopens strait, but says US must end naval blockade

    Iran has temporarily reopened the Strait of Hormuz but warned that it could close the crucial shipping waterway again if the recent US Navy blockade of Iranian ports continue.

    Luxon joins meeting on reopening Strait of Hormuz

    Luxon joins meeting on reopening Strait of Hormuz

    New Zealand's Prime Minister has taken part in a virtual meeting of world leaders to discuss efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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    ‘Social inequity’ claim decried

    Surrey Street Flood Action Group convener Lynne Newell gives New Zealand First MP Mark Patterson...

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    ‘Social inequity’ claim decried

    Dunedin’s mayor has hit back after a government minister accused the city of dragging its feet over solving South Dunedin’s wastewater problems.

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    Bike shops under the pump

    Off The Chain Cycles technician Richard Wild inspects a bike wheel as demand for maintenance...

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    Bike shops under the pump

    Dunedin cycle mechanics are struggling to keep up with demand for repairs as people dust off their old bikes in the face of pressure at the pump.

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    New toilet for complex care needs hailed by families

    Checking out Dunedin’s latest public toilet facilities are Changing Places founder Jenn Hooper ...

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    New toilet for complex care needs hailed by families

    Some of our most disadvantaged have been given a lifeline - so they can be like every one of us.
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