Rocket or arugula? How a salad vegetable mapped the Italian diaspora

Source: Radio New Zealand If you watch American cooking shows, you’ve likely experienced “salad confusion”. You see a chef preparing what looks like rocket, but they call it arugula. It’s the same plant (Eruca sativa). It has the same peppery bite. So why do English speakers use two completely different names? The answer isn’t just … Read more

Parliament back to government business

Source: Radio New Zealand VNP/ Daniela Maoate-Cox After a stop-start beginning to the year, MPs are back in Wellington for a two-week sitting block. Most of the first sitting week was taken up by debate on the Prime Minister’s Statement. There are still four and a half hours of that debate remaining, but it is … Read more

MSIG Singapore recognised for strong digital performance, product innovation and service excellence driven by technology adoption

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – MSIG Singapore has been named Digital Insurer of the Year at The Asset Triple A Digital Finance Awards 2026. The Asset Triple A Digital Finance Awards stand as a prestigious benchmark in the industry, celebrating trailblazing innovation and outstanding digital experiences that … Read more

VEC Strengthens Family Veterinary Services with Dr. Martin’s Appointment

Source: Media Outreach From Routine Check-ups to Advanced Endoscopy: Building a “Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery” Lifeline for Every Stage of a Pet’s Life HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – As a leading animal medical institution in Hong Kong, the Veterinary Emergency Centre (VEC) has always been committed to providing … Read more

Coca-Cola Lunar New Year 2026 Refreshes Beloved Traditions by Inviting Gen Z to Co-Create Local Celebrations Across Southeast Asia

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE / KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA / HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – Coca‑Cola® is celebrating Lunar New Year and Tết 2026 by refreshing time-honoured traditions through the creativity of a new generation, inviting families across Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia to preserve what they love about the festival … Read more

Live: Black Caps v United Arab Emirates – T20 World Cup

Source: Radio New Zealand Daryl Mitchell tries to play a shot during the first ODI between India and New Zealand SHAMMI MEHRA The Black Caps will face the United Arab Emirates in their second match of the Twenty20 World Cup in Chennai tonight. New Zealand kicked off their campaign with a clinical five-wicket win over … Read more

“66 and beyond”: Hang Lung Kicks Off Yearlong 66th Anniversary Celebration

Source: Media Outreach Unifying the Mixed-Use Portfolio of Iconic “66” Brand with Enriching Experiences and Brand Collaborations HONG KONG SAR and SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (“Hang Lung” or the “Company”) is kicking off its 66th anniversary celebrations in the Chinese … Read more

Cyclist dies after car crash in Upper Hutt

Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. RNZ Police say a cyclist has died following a crash with a vehicle in Upper Hutt on Tuesday. Emergency services received a report of the crash, involving a vehicle and a cyclist, about 4pm. The intersection of Messines Avenue and Seddul Bahr Road in Trentham were closed while the … Read more

NRL: NZ Warriors name mix of experience, youth for first pre-season hit-out against Manly Sea Eagles

Source: Radio New Zealand Warriors reserves celebrate a try by halfback Luke Hanson against Parramatta Eels. David Neilson/Photosport Four players yet to make first-grade debuts will start for NZ Warriors in their pre-season trial against Manly Sea Eagles at Napier on Saturday. With seven of his roster away on Māori-Indigenous All Stars duty in Rotorua … Read more

‘Just not fair’: Manawatū parents using savings and loans for school buses

Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. 123rf.com Manawatū community starts user-pays school bus after cancellation of ministry-funded service. Parents and guardians take loans and use savings to pay for it. Ministry has cancelled 13 services after a review it says is routine. Manawatū parents and caregivers are dipping into their savings and even taking out … Read more

Far North community residents arm themselves with sticks in fear of roaming dogs

Source: Radio New Zealand A generic image of a mixed-breed dog. Unsplash / Michael Anfang Residents in the Far North community of Ahipara are arming themselves with sticks to protect against roaming dogs in their neighbourhood. Local father Tyrone Biddle and his young daughters witnessed a pack of dogs attacking another neighbourhood dog last week. … Read more

Australian satanic child sex abuse ring has alleged links to NZ

Source: Radio New Zealand A police sign outside a station in Brisbane, Australia. 123RF Police are working with Australian counterparts on an investigation into a satanic child sex abuse material ring with alleged links to New Zealand. New South Wales police announced last week that detectives from their Sex Crimes Squad had charged a sixth … Read more

Taiwan’s First AI-Native Cybersecurity Company Lists on Innovation Board, Bringing Real-World AI Defense to Global Markets

Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – CyCraft Technology Corporation (TWSE: 7823), Taiwan’s first pure-play AI-native cybersecurity company, has officially listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange Innovation Board, marking a major milestone for Asia’s emerging AI-driven security leaders. CyCraft’s founders joined representatives from the Taiwan Stock Exchange, Yuanta … Read more

Wellington sewage outflow could kill marine reserve’s kelp forest ecosystem – marine biologist

Source: Radio New Zealand Untreated water leaked onto the capital’s south coast beaches due to the Moa Point Treatment Plant flooding and being turned off. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone A marine biologist says the impacts of Wellington’s sewage overflow on a nearby marine reserve is depressing to witness. About 70 million litres of untreated waste … Read more

Government needs to ‘sit down and have a conversation with us’ on India trade deal – Hipkins

Source: Radio New Zealand Labour leader Chris Hipkins. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Labour is getting closer to confirming support for the India Free Trade agreement, but says the full text has raised more questions that need answering. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Trade Minister Todd McClay announced the agreement three days before Christmas, touting wins … Read more

Christchurch terrorist just seeking attention with his appeal bid, survivor says

Source: Radio New Zealand Temel Atacocugu, who was shot during the massacre at Al Noor Mosque. RNZ/Nathan Mckinnon One of the survivors of the Christchurch terror attack says the terrorist is just seeking attention with his Court of Appeal bid. White supremacist Brenton Tarrant is serving a life sentence without parole for the mass shootings … Read more

Mum calls for changes at Mt Albert Aquatic Centre after son’s teeth smashed on slide, man’s finger torn off

Source: Radio New Zealand Mt Albert Aquatic Centre. Supplied / Community Leisure Management An Auckland mum is unhappy with the response from a local pool after her son smashed his front teeth while on a hydroslide – only weeks after a man lost his finger. Tanya Rusher said she understands accidents happen, but felt the … Read more

Dirt bike rider seriously injured in Whangārei crash

Source: Radio New Zealand The latest crash came just as Northland police were highlighting the severe injuries suffered by a three-year-old boy being doubled on his father’s dirt bike. File Coopersgrl / Reddit A dirt bike rider has been seriously injured in a crash in Whangārei, just as Northland police were warning of the dangers … Read more

Experts say Wellington harbour water safe after sewage spill but Wellingtonians cautious

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Experts say it is safe to swim at beaches in the capital’s harbour, but Wellingtonians are taking a cautious approach. Nearly a week ago, the Moa Point Treatment Plant started pumping raw sewage into the ocean off the south coast after it completely failed early Wednesday morning. … Read more

Retail crime advisory group disbands four months early

Source: Radio New Zealand Sunny Kaushal is the chair of a ministerial advisory group on retail crime. RNZ / Calvin Samuel Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime to disband four months early Winding up comes after three of its five members resigned Group’s spending has come under fire. The ministerial advisory group charged … Read more

Legal Issues – High Court Confirms RNZRSA Acted Lawfully while Adopting New Constitution

Source: Royal New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association (RNZRSA) The Royal New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association (RNZRSA) welcomes today’s High Court decision, which confirms that the organisation acted lawfully and in good faith when it adopted transitional provisions under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 to approve its new constitution. The Court rejected a challenge … Read more

Climate News – Earth Sciences NZ January climate summary – record rainfalls

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Exactly how wet was it last month? Very. Fifteen locations recorded their wettest or second-wettest January, including an astounding 494 mm of rain at Whitianga in the Coromandel Peninsula. Kaikōura logged 266 mm of rain, which is 562 percent of normal January rainfall, and Tauranga and Whitianga both had 515 percent … Read more

Guinness Malaysia reimagines Premier League matchdays with a football-themed stay built for watching matches after midnight

Source: Media Outreach Football Matchday Isn’t Always in a Stadium – In Malaysia, It’s at the Guinness Clubhouse KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – In Malaysia, football fans are experiencing matchday a little differently this Premier League season. With kick-offs often taking place after midnight – sometimes as late … Read more

Chinese New Year in Thailand: A National Celebration and a Regional Travel Magnet

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – As Asia-Pacific travel continues its strong rebound, Bangkok is reaffirming its status as one of the region’s most compelling cultural and retail destinations—particularly during the Chinese New Year season. In February 2026, Thailand’s capital will transform into a festive hub of … Read more

Fair and efficient military justice proposed in Bill

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to modernise the military justice system has passed its first reading today, Defence Minister Judith Collins says. “The Armed Forces Discipline Law Amendment Bill modernises New Zealand’s military justice system so that it is fairer, more efficient, and more transparent,” Ms Collins says. “The Bill will make our system easier to … Read more

Motorcyclist nearly twice the limit after fleeing Police

Source: New Zealand Police A motorcyclist’s decision to flee saw his wheels impounded and a variety of illicit drug items seized this morning. The Papatoetoe man was also allegedly found to be nearly twice the legal breath alcohol limit. A unit located the Harley Davidson on Great South Road, Papatoetoe at around 1.38am. Counties Manukau … Read more

NRL; NZ Warriors stars Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Kurt Capewell enter final season of contracts

Source: Radio New Zealand Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Kurt Capewell begin the final year of their current contracts with the Warriors. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NZ Warriors veterans Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Kurt Capewell have fended off speculation about their future with the Auckland-based club, as they prepare for the NRL season. The 2026 campaign will begin this weekend … Read more