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New Zealand Charity Accidentally Gives Away Meth Disguised as Candy
Police were racing to recover the fake sweets, each of which contained up to 300 doses of methamphetamine. Three people sought medical attention.
Numerous Passengers Treated Following ‘Technical Problem’ on Latam Flight Bound for Auckland
The airline, Latam, said a “technical problem” had caused the incident. Most of the injuries were minor, but one person was in serious condition.
Celine Dion ‘Siren Battles’ Prompt Complaints in New Zealand City
A subculture has developed among Pacific Islander communities based on who can blast music — often Ms. Dion’s songs — the loudest. Some call it too disruptive.
Your Thursday Briefing
China pushes back against U.S. climate pressure.
Auckland Shooting: 2 Killed in New Zealand as World Cup Is Set to Begin
There were also multiple injuries, the police said, and the 24-year-old gunman was also killed. The shooting was not far from where Norway’s national team is staying for the Women’s World Cup.
5 New(ish) Australasian Books for Your Reading List
Great reads you might have missed.
5 New(ish) Australasian Books for Your Reading List
Great reads you might have missed.
New Zealand Calls State of Emergency for Cyclone Gabrielle
The cyclone, which caused severe flooding and cut power to 225,000 residents, was “the most significant weather event New Zealand has seen this century,” Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said.
Your Monday Briefing: The Fallout from a Police Beating
Also, violence is flaring in Israel and the West Bank.