19 Apr: The Government's decision to extend the timeframe for earthquake-strengthening work has gained support among Local Government New Zealand... more
18 Apr: Mayor Wayne Brown says he's not convinced rules on earthquake-prone buildings should apply to Auckland, but he welcomes the Government bringing forward a review... more
18 Apr: Speculation swirled on social media that the weather technology was to blame for the largest ever rainfall Dubai has seen. But experts say the record rains were on a totally different scale to what seeding would produce.... more
16 Apr: A fire has broken out at Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange, one of the Danish capital's best-known buildings, engulfing its spire which collapsed onto the roof in a scene reminiscent of the 2019 blaze at Paris' Notre-Dame cathedral.... more
16 Apr: Pakistani officials say most of the deaths occurred when farmers were struck by lightning while harvesting wheat and rain caused houses to collapse in Punjab province.... more
RUGBY Coach Vern Cotter is hailing the Blues' mettle under pressure after scoring in the final play for a 41-34 comeback Super Rugby victory over the Reds in Brisbane More...
BUSINESS More roadworks disruptions for Auckland's Point Chevalier community More...
