iFLYTEK Affirms Singapore as Strategic AI Hub Amid Regional Expansion at Gitex Asia 2026

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2026 – iFLYTEK, a leading Chinese AI and intelligent speech technology company, reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Singapore as the command center for Southeast Asian operations during the second day of Gitex Asia 2026 on April 10. Company executives detailed the firm’s robust local … Read more

Update: Rangataua house fire and fatal crash

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Varnia Allan, Whanganui Response Officer in Charge: Whanganui Police have launched a homicide investigation after a person was found deceased following a house fire in Rangataua, last week. On Thursday 16 April, Fire and Emergency New Zealand were alerted to a house fire on Kaha Street, … Read more

Blood Cancer New Zealand says country not keeping up with treatments internationally

Source: Radio New Zealand Annual deaths from blood cancer in Aotearoa have risen by nearly 40 percent since 2008. 123RF A charity campaigning for blood cancer patients has argued the country isn’t keeping up with treatments available internationally. Blood Cancer New Zealand has a released a new report into the experience of blood cancer patients … Read more

Rahui in place at Auckland’s Shelly Beach as search continues for missing man

Source: Radio New Zealand Shelly Beach is in the Kaipara Harbour. (File photo). A rahui is in place at a North Auckland beach as police and coastguards continue their search for a man who went missing on Sunday afternoon. Emergency services were called to Shelly Beach about 1pm, after a man went into the water … Read more

NRL: Chanel Harris-Tavita named for 100th NZ Warriors appearance against Dolphins

Source: Radio New Zealand Chanel Harris-Tavita scores a try for the Warriors against Sydney Roosters. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport Five-eighth Chanel Harris-Tavita has been confirmed for his 100th NZ Warriors appearance, while Taine Tuaupiki will return to fullback against the Dolphins in Wellington on Saturday. Harris-Tavita, 27, made his club debut in 2019 against Gold Coast Titans, … Read more

Analysis: Luxon puts even more pressure on himself with confidence gamble

Source: Radio New Zealand Analysis: Without probably realising it the Prime Minister has just put more pressure than ever on himself to perform and lift his party polling. By calling a formal motion of confidence vote in caucus on Tuesday morning, the caucus were presented with a ‘back him or dump him’ option and chose … Read more

NineSmart Debuts at InnoEX 2026 Showcasing Upgraded PropTech Solutions

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2026 – Hong Kong property technology (PropTech) startup NineSmart, participated in the international innovation and technology event InnoEX, jointly organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the HKSAR government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council at the Hong Kong … Read more

Air New Zealand considering setting up aviation engineering school in Northland, MP says

Source: Radio New Zealand Kerikeri in the Bay of Islands was being considered for an aviation engineering school. (File photo) RNZ / Peter de Graaf Air New Zealand is considering setting up an aviation engineering school in Kerikeri, Northland MP Grant McCallum says. The MP said the company was working with high schools, local hapū … Read more

A Golden Bay coastal estate could be the home of an ‘End of the World Library’

Source: Radio New Zealand Westhaven Estate was formerly a luxury lodge, in Mangarākau, Tasman. The 15-bedroom property overlooks the Whanganui Inlet. NZ Sotheby’s Realty An advertisement calling for an intellectually curious librarian or curator at a multi-million-dollar remote coastal estate in Golden Bay has sparked widespread interest. The job? To build and furnish an “End … Read more

Enchanting journey through Beijing’s Chaoyang Garden Festival, where nature meets Oriental romance

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2026 – The Beijing Chaoyang Garden Festival is now in full swing, transforming the district into a living tapestry of blossoms. Apinya Charunpumhiran, a Thai expert with the China International Communications Group and a social media influencer, recently immersed herself in the festival, … Read more

Alleged assault at the Mackenzie District Council office

Source: Radio New Zealand Mackenzie District council. Google Maps The police are looking into allegations of an assault at the Mackenzie District Council office. There are media reports that the assault involved a Mackenzie District Councillor, but the council has not responded to inquiries. A police spokesperson said they have received a report of an … Read more

As it happened: Highway washed out, flights cancelled as rain, wind hit Wellington, Wairarapa

Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington and Wairarapa have spent the night under a red heavy rain warning, with downpours expected to continue. Wellington was hit by widespread, damaging floods and landslides overnight on Sunday. Authorities are urging lower North Island residents to stay off the roads and evacuate if they feel unsafe as the rain … Read more

Beulah Koale: ‘I’ve never felt a play reach this deep into my gut’

Source: Radio New Zealand When Beulah Koale flew out to Atlanta to begin filming for his break out role in the movie Thank You for Your Service in 2016 his career was on the up, but he had no money in his bank account. The Ōtara-born actor flew there first class for the first time … Read more

Cheap blackmarket cigarettes with no health warnings concerning for experts

Source: Radio New Zealand Facebook No graphic images of damaged lungs and hearts, no health warnings of impotency, gangrenous feet and emphysema – experts say blackmarket cigarettes are undermining the efforts of health authorities to convince smokers to quit the potentially fatal habit. An RNZ investigation into the tobacco blackmarket found packs of cigarettes and … Read more

State of emergency remains for parts of Wellington region

Source: Radio New Zealand Repairs underway on SH2 Remutaka Hill at the Bridge 2 washout. NZTA Waka Kotahi The state of emergency has lifted for parts of the Wellington region. It’s now ended in Upper Hutt, Porirua City and the Kāpiti Coast, but is still in place for all other parts of the Wellington region, … Read more

Search for missing Karori man Philip Sutton to resume Wednesday

Source: Radio New Zealand Philip Sutton. NZ Police/Supplied The search for missing Karori man Philip Sutton will continue on Wednesday. Police said in an update on Tuesday evening the official search was unable to go ahead today due to safety concerns. It would begin again tomorrow, when the water level dropped in the Karori Stream … Read more

Far North farm worker faces burglary charges after ram raid on gliding club

Source: Radio New Zealand Last month’s ram raid at Kaikohe Aerodrome inflicted huge damage on the local gliding club’s aircraft. Supplied A Far North man whose alleged ram raid on a gliding club hangar left the volunteer-run group with a $250,000 repair bill has been remanded in custody. David Neho, 28, had his first appearance … Read more

Heavy deluge turns Hawke’s Bay valley into an ‘ocean’

Source: Radio New Zealand Flooding in Omakere. SARAH KINGSTON / SUPPLIED A heavy deluge in the early hours of Tuesday morning caught Central Hawke’s Bay residents by surprise, flooding roads and buildings, downing trees and turning a valley into an ‘ocean’. The Hawke’s Bay Region south of Tutira was under an orange heavy rain warning … Read more

Local News – Porirua Careers Expo back for 2026!

Source: Porirua City Council The Porirua Careers Expo is promising a jam-packed day at Te Rauparaha Arena next month, offering a chance to engage with a wide range of industry professionals and education providers and improve your CV, along with free food, giveaways and the opportunity to win one of eight $250 Prezzy cards. Now in … Read more

Federated Farmers applauds fuel support for rural schools

Source: Federated Farmers Extra support for small, rural and isolated schools to help them manage fuel cost pressures is timely and very welcome, Federated Farmers says. “The huge spike in fuel prices – particularly diesel – from the Middle East conflict has hit rural schools particularly hard,” Feds education spokesperson Richard Dawkins says. “Students and teachers … Read more

Update 3: Search for Karori man

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Wellington District Prevention Manager, Inspector Fleur de Bes: Extensive planning has been underway today in the search for missing Karori man Philip Sutton. While Police did visit the scene this morning to assess stream conditions, the physical search activities that were expected to take place today were unable to … Read more

Group lands in safe pair of hands following rescue

Source: New Zealand Police A group’s fishing trip ended in the cold and dark, but fortunately a rescue effort meant it wasn’t a tragedy. Four people had set out to fish off the rocks at Piapia Bay in the Far North on Monday. Detective Sergeant Paul Overton, Northland Police Search and Rescue lead, says after … Read more

Delays following serious crash, Hillsborough

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised of delays following a serious crash in Hillsborough this afternoon. Emergency services responded to reports of a crash between a vehicle and pedestrian at the intersection of Melrose and Hayr Roads just before 3.30pm. One person has been transported to hospital in a critical condition. The Serious … Read more

Tradewind Finance Provides USD 2.5 Million Non-Recourse Export Factoring Facility to Vietnamese Cable Exporter

Source: Media Outreach Receivables financing facility enables competitive open account terms and supports international growth SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2026 – Tradewind Finance has provided a USD 2.5 million non-recourse export factoring facility to a cable manufacturer based in Vietnam. The facility, structured by Tradewind’s Shanghai office, converts export receivables … Read more

Thailand Reaffirms Position as Host of Global Kickboxing, Concludes 2nd Thailand Kickboxing World Cup and Launches KATPRO Professional League

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2026 – Thailand successfully hosted the 2nd Thailand Kickboxing World Cup from April 9–11, 2026, at the Thai–Japanese Youth Center (Wes Arena 1) in Bangkok, drawing more than 1,500 athletes and officials from 32 countries. The event was organized by the Kickboxing Association … Read more

HKICPA and IFAC host landmark PAIB Conference to gather global elites and explore future of finance leaders in a changing global landscape

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2026 – The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) and the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) successfully co-hosted the HKICPA x IFAC PAIB Conference on 18 April 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong. Under the theme “Forging what’s next … Read more