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Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson unrepentant over karakia ban

He has been called culturally insensitive by some members of the public.

Kanye West suspended by Twitter over swastika post, Musk says

Though he's against permanent bans, Twitter CEO Elon Musk is now under pressure after his changes resulted in rises in various forms of toxic speech.

Social Issues •Sat, Dec 3

Edward Snowden gets Russian passport, takes citizenship oath

The former US intelligence contractor reportedly took the oath on Thursday, three months after Vladimir Putin granted him citizenship.

UK And Europe •Sat, Dec 3

Malachi Subecz's mum speaks out after review into murder

The five-year-old boy died in Starship Hospital in November last year after sustaining months of physical abuse by a caregiver.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •Fri, Dec 2

Kanye West says he 'likes' Hitler, Nazis in Alex Jones interview

He made the comments while sitting next to a white-nationalist influencer.

Music •Fri, Dec 2

Ngozi Fulani says royal aide's remarks felt like 'interrogation'

Fulani admitted she initially wondered if 83-year-old Lady Hussey hadn't heard her answer when she repeatedly asked the same question.

Royalty •Fri, Dec 2

Dave Letele on a mission to give kids in hospital Christmas cheer

The community advocate's seeking donations to help 6000 kids and their whanau at Kidz First Children's Hospital have a merry Christmas.

Social Issues •Thu, Dec 1

Malachi Subecz, fatally beaten by caregiver, was 'invisible' within the system

An independent review found Malachi, 5, was allowed to slip through the cracks despite six government agencies being involved with him and his family.

Crime And Justice •Thu, Dec 1

Aunt, uncle of Malachi Subecz 'still in limbo' after his death

Helen and Peter Menzies told 1News the five-year-old boy was "cheeky" with a "sensitive soul".

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •Thu, Dec 1

Football Fern takes stand against Qatar for LGBTTQIA+ community

Meikayla Moore said next year's Women's FIFA World Cup in NZ will show what inclusion and positivity is after feeling "unsettled" by the hosts of the men's tournament.

Womens Sport •Thu, Dec 1

Homeowners turn to motorhomes to avoid unruly Kāinga Ora tenants

A Christchurch woman says she sold up to preserve her mental health, while a Coromandel couple have rented out their home to save their marriage.

Social Issues •Thu, Dec 1

Covid restrictions lifted in Guangzhou, unrest continues

While lockdowns have been lifted in about half of the city’s districts, unrest continues - footage circulating online shows security personnel in hazmat suits taking cover under riot shields.

Asia •Thu, Dec 1

Primary mental health care programme misses target by thousands

Despite considerable progress in the year to June, fewer people than hoped had got help from the Access and Choice programme, a stocktake shows.

Health •Wed, Nov 30

Landmark same-sex marriage bill wins US Senate passage

The bill, which would ensure that same-sex and interracial marriages are enshrined in federal law, was approved 61-36 today.

North America •Wed, Nov 30

Sea Eagles step back from commitment to Pride jersey in 2023

Manly chief executive Tony Mestrov has retreated on the Sea Eagles' commitment to wear a rainbow jersey next season, claiming the club will only play in one if it is part of a game-wide initiative.

NRL •Wed, Nov 30