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    Jackson Browne's son Ethan Browne died due to the effects of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and lidocaine
     17 January 2026
    The 77-year-old singer revealed in November that his boy had been "found unresponsive" at home and was later pronounced dead at the age of 52, and the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has now confirmed Ethan passed away from the toxic effects of the three substances.
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    Iran's young people have 'nostalgia for an era that they didn't live in'
    17 Jan: As protests shake Iran, massive crowds rising up against the hard-line mullahs and their supporters have been bolstered by the country's younger generations.... more
    A number of black - do not swim - flags have been issued for Auckland beaches
    17 Jan: A number of black - do not swim - flags have been issued for Auckland beaches... more
    Nikki Glaser cut a joke about Brad Pitt from her Golden Globes performance
    17 Jan: The 41-year-old comedian returned to host the annual awards ceremony over the weekend, but Nikki has now revealed that she worked on a joke about Brad, 62, for the show before she decided to axe it.... more
    League leaders Auckland FC have dropped points for the first time after scoring the opening goal in an A-League match
    17 Jan: League leaders Auckland FC have dropped points for the first time after scoring the opening goal in an A-League match... more
    Steve Smith and former Australian teammate David Warner have traded centuries in the Australian Big Bash, but it's Smith's Sixers who have taken a five wicket win in the Sydney derby
    17 Jan: Steve Smith and former Australian teammate David Warner have traded centuries in the Australian Big Bash, but it's Smith's Sixers who have taken a five wicket win in the Sydney derby... more
    Matthew McConaughey believes a successful marriage requires "maintenance"
    17 Jan: The 56-year-old actor has been married to Camila Alves since 2012, but Matthew admits that marriage always requires hard work.... more
    The Italian city of Cagliari will host the first preliminary regatta ahead of the next America's Cup
    17 Jan: The Italian city of Cagliari will host the first preliminary regatta ahead of the next America's Cup... more
    The Central Stags have beaten the visiting Auckland Aces by 10 runs in the T20 Super Smash in Napier
    17 Jan: The Central Stags have beaten the visiting Auckland Aces by 10 runs in the T20 Super Smash in Napier... more
    Michael B. Jordan's mother has grown "used" to women lusting after him
    17 Jan: The 38-year-old actor was the subject of an X-rated joke at the recent Golden Globes hosted by Nikki Glaser, but Michael insists that his mother is no longer bothered by the quips.... more

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     14 Jan: An unhappy All Blacks camp has been painted following the review into last year's end of season tour +++++++++++++
     10 Jan: Six people have been involved in separate water-related incidents across the country this afternoon +++++++++++
     13 Jan: A second body has been recovered from the Waikato River - believed to be a 25-year-old swept downstream on Saturday +++++++++++
     14 Jan: No criminal offending's been identified, after complaints of unacceptable behaviour by a Disability Support Services worker - in the aftermath of a Christmas function ++++++++++
     10 Jan: Jeremy Allen White and Pusha T both feature in Louis Vuitton's new travel-themed campaign +++++++++
     14 Jan: The mayor of Horowhenua says a death and injuries by shooting at Waitarere Beach overnight, near Levin - are a massive shock to the community +++++++++
     13 Jan: Retail New Zealand is warning dismal Boxing Day sales reinforces there's a way to go for consumers to be ready to spend again +++++++++

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     Today's News

    Rugby:
    Jeff Wilson is backing his former Otago and test teammate Jamie Joseph to take on the mantle of All Blacks coach 15:27

    Entertainment:
    Carrie Coon insists no one recognises her when she's brunette and her blonde locks make people "see her in a different way" 15:23

    Law and Order:
    The hunt continues for those responsible for a targeted shooting in South Auckland's Onehunga yesterday morning - as their victim fights for his life in hospital 14:57

    Entertainment:
    The nominees for the EE BAFTA Rising Star Award have been announced 14:53

    Entertainment:
    Melissa Gilbert "stands with" her husband Timothy Busfield following his arrest in coonection with child sexual abuse allegations 14:23

    Rugby:
    Munster rugby coach Clayton McMillan insists he is committed to the Irish province in the wake of the All Blacks job becoming vacant 14:07

    Entertainment:
    Cher is seeking over $1 million in legal fees from Sonny Bono's widow 13:53

    Business:
    An additional OCR cut is not expected for a while, and there even could be a hike 13:47

    Rugby:
    Jeff Wilson believes it was firmly the right call for New Zealand Rugby to remove Scott Robertson as All Blacks coach 13:27

    Entertainment:
    Mel B used to babysit Micah Richards when he was growing up in Leeds 13:23

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