MMP is ‘stuffed’, according to some. And support for change is growing
Public and political support is growing for changes to the MMP system. Some people want stricter rules, while others want a complete overhaul.
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Air New Zealand will start direct flights between Hamilton and Queenstown in late June 2027. The service will operate three times a week throughout the year. It will provide approximately 53,000 seats annually.
The most expensive affair (and potential divorce) in history
Some men in history have made poor choices regarding their personal affairs.
Voters sour on MMP - and Luxon’s U-turn - in wake of election controversy
A Stuff survey indicates that voters are losing interest in the MMP system. This sentiment follows controversy regarding an Opportunity backtrack and raises questions about trust.
Nvidia bloodbath: How hard could this cheating mess hit your KiwiSaver?
A tech sell-off on Wall Street has reduced Nvidia's value by approximately $1 trillion. This decline may impact individuals invested in growth funds through their KiwiSaver.
2027 Chery Q review, quick drive
Chery is bringing a small electric hatchback to New Zealand in 2027. The vehicle offers significant cabin space and shows promising handling on the road. Its eventual success will depend on the price.
Giant tūī, floating moon and steel duck: What you’ll see at the Auckland Botanic Gardens
The Auckland Botanic Gardens is hosting the Sculpture in the Gardens event for a summer run. Visitors can see free art installations across the ponds, lawns, and treetops. Featured works include a steel duck, a floating moon, and a giant tūī.
Weekender quiz: What is the key ingredient in pavlova?
A weekender quiz for November 14 asks for the key ingredient used in pavlova.
Richie Mo’unga leads 10 new All Blacks in Cardiff selection audition
Dave Rennie introduced 10 changes to the matchday 23 selection in Cardiff. This move challenges both new players and returning stars. They must now compete to secure a place in the top lineup.
Paul got a $70 parking ticket. He’s refusing to pay because he says council got it wrong
Paul Freeman received a parking ticket for 70 dollars. He is refusing to pay the fine because he believes the council made a mistake. He claims the ticket is invalid because it lacks a detail required by law.
Only one road in but plenty of water: This is the South Island’s most watchlisted suburb
A spectacular suburb in the South Island has become highly sought after. It has attracted roughly 4.5 times more watchlists on Trade Me compared to the average for the region. The area is characterized by having only one road leading in and an abundance of water.
‘It was our escape’: Five generations say goodbye to a family bach after more than 100 years
A family is saying goodbye to a humble hut in Arthur's Pass. The property has been owned by the same family since the early 1910s and served as a sanctuary for five generations. The family now hopes a new owner will appreciate the home as they did.
We tested Sydney’s shiny new 24/7 airport — here is what it is like
Air New Zealand has started operating from a new 24/7 airport in Sydney. The airline currently provides three return services per week between this airport and Auckland.
Ramoncín: “Mi mayor miedo es que se pierdan derechos adquiridos”
In an episode of Tercer Acto, the singer Ramoncín discusses his life and career. He speaks about his love for music, the education of his children, and the importance of using time well. He also addresses a controversy involving the SGAE and his desire to protect culture and acquired rights.
GTA VI: »Das größte Unterhaltungsprojekt der Geschichte«
There is an immense amount of hype surrounding the video game GTA VI. It is described as the largest entertainment project in history. Some believe it could change the gaming world forever.
Sozialhilfereform und Integrationspflichtengesetz: Entwürfe mit vielen Mängeln
The review period for the social assistance reform and the integration duty law ended on Friday. Many critical statements were submitted regarding the drafts. The Public Employment Service is requesting that the implementation be postponed by one year.
Judge Thulare must vacate state home, apologise and repay rental shortfall
Western Cape High Court Judge Daniel Thulare must leave a state-owned house. He accepted a finding from the Judicial Conduct Committee. In addition to vacating the home, he must repay a rental shortfall and issue a public apology.
Labour inspections find 231,850 foreign nationals employed at 21,371 workplaces
A Department of Employment and Labour report identified 231,850 foreign nationals working at 21,371 inspected workplaces. These figures cover the first two quarters of 2026/27. The findings have led to calls for stricter enforcement and criticism of the reporting methodology.
SANBS warns of critical blood shortage as stocks fall to 2.4 days
SANBS warns that blood reserves have dropped to a critically low level. Current stocks are estimated to last only 2.4 days. The organization is urging all eligible South Africans to donate blood regardless of their blood group.
HRT ovog vikenda neće prenositi Zrinku Ljutić iz Levija. Još je čudnije objašnjenje oko TV prava
Croatian skiing fans will not be able to watch the World Cup slaloms in Levi on HRT this weekend. The public broadcaster claims it only holds rights for races in Austria this season. However, the Infront agency provided a response that contradicts this claim.
Avis appel d'offres ouvert pour l'achat de matériels informatiques et d'équipements agricoles.
The GIZ is issuing a call for tenders to purchase computer hardware and agricultural equipment. The organization works in international cooperation for sustainable development across all continents. It focuses on political, economic, ecological, and social development solutions.
Namibia Is Rotting
The text states that Namibia is rotting.
International News: OECD report shows migration to developed countries declines for 2nd consecutive year
Migration to developed countries dropped for the second year in a row in 2025. An OECD report published Thursday shows a 1.6 percent decrease in new permanent immigrants compared to 2024. Across 38 member countries, approximately 6.1 million new permanent immigrants were recorded.
Il-fergħa u ċ-ċentru tal-investiment tal-BOV f’Ħal Qormi trasformati wara rinnovar estensiv
Bank of Valletta has opened its renovated branch and investment center in Hal Qormi. The extensive renovation changes the layout of the facility. There is now more space to ensure privacy during appointments. These updates provide improved accessibility to both banking and investment services.
Europäische Städte fordern von EU Verbot von Zigarettenfiltern
European cities are calling on the EU to ban cigarette filters. According to a report by Politico, these cities base their request on concerns over environmental pollution. The World Health Organization also agrees that these filters provide no health benefits to smokers.
DIE NEUESTEN ENTWICKLUNGEN - Streit um Russlands WM-Teilnahme: Russischer Eishockeyverband droht Gastgeber Deutschland
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has overturned the ban on Russia participating in ice hockey world championships. Despite this ruling, many countries are opposing the return of the Russian team. The Russian ice hockey federation has issued threats toward Germany, the host of the event.
Por risco de incêndio, agência dos EUA orienta donos de 720 mil carros da BMW a estacionar ao ar livre
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in the United States has issued a warning to owners of over 720,000 BMW vehicles. Owners should park their cars outdoors and away from buildings or other vehicles until repairs are made. The agency warns that the cars pose a fire risk even when parked with the engine off. These vehicles were previously part of a 2024 recall regarding a water pump issue. BMW is currently working on a solution for the problem.
Ghanaian authors take Ghana’s literary heritage to GEMS Millennium School in Sharjah
Three Ghanaian authors visited GEMS Millennium School in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Oswald Okaitei, Ruby Goka, and Elizabeth-Irene Baitie met with students to promote Ghanaian literature. The session focused on storytelling and creative writing. The authors engaged the students in interactive discussions about Ghanaian writing.
Di COP31 Turki, DPD RI Tawarkan 3 Usulan Kebijakan Komitmen Iklim
The Deputy Speaker of the DPD RI, Tamsil Linrung, proposed three climate commitment policy suggestions for COP31 in Turkey. He stated that climate change efforts require real implementation. One of his specific proposals is known as Green Democracy.
Треть предложений в план мероприятий на Год правового просвещения в СНГ поступило от Беларуси
Belarus's Justice Ministry is working with counterparts from other CIS member states to draft an action plan for the CIS Year of Legal Education. The plan is expected to contain around 150 items. About 50 of those items, roughly a third, are proposals from the Belarusian side, according to Evgeny Kovalenko.
NATO foreign ministers to meet in Brussels on December 2
NATO foreign ministers are scheduled to meet in Brussels on December 2. The alliance has not provided details on the topics for discussion.
Marics Peti nem szerepel többé a Hogyan tudnék élni nélküled? színdarabban
Peti Marics no longer appears in the play titled Hogyan tudnék élni nélküled?. However, the actor is still listed among the cast members on the Erkel Theatre website.
Часть месторождений урана хотят заморозить в Казахстане
Almasadam Satkaliyev, chairman of Kazakhstan's Atomic Energy Agency, announced plans to create a uranium reserve. The reserve is intended for future nuclear power plants in the country. The announcement was reported by NUR.KZ, citing the agency's press service.
Zelenskis kreipėsi į JAV: Ukraina nesulaukė paaiškinimų
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on Friday that Ukraine has not received an explanation regarding restricted access to the Starshield satellite network. Kyiv uses this network to maintain communication along the front line. It is also used to control drones, including those used to intercept incoming Russian drones.
Чернигов подвергся бомбардировке: в Донецкой области эвакуировали 18 челове
Russian guided aerial bombs hit a women's monastery in the village of Stepanovka in the Kramatorsk district. The report also states that Chernihiv was bombed. Additionally, 18 people were evacuated in the Donetsk region.
OM: Vliegtuigje aangetroffen tijdens verkenning in Tibiti-gebied
Specialized units from the Directorate of National Security and the Judicial Intervention Team conducted a reconnaissance mission in the Tibiti area on November 12. This operation followed the discovery of a suspected illegal landing strip via satellite imagery. During the mission, the teams found an unattended twin-engine aircraft. The plane is identified as a Piper Seneca PA34.
Científicos de Florida descubrieron qué pitones birmanas deben capturar primero para frenar la invasión
Scientists in Florida have developed a tool to determine which Burmese pythons should be prioritized for capture to slow their invasion. This tool analyzes the survival and reproductive potential of each captured snake.
Funcionária denunciada por desviar R$ 1,1 milhão de condomínios no PR fez 264 transferências para conta do marido em 12 meses
Joelma Gonçalves Pinheiro, an employee at an accounting office in Londrina, Paraná, is accused of stealing 1.1 million reais from various condominiums. The Public Ministry reports that she performed 264 transfers to her husband's account between September 2024 and August 2025. Pinheiro managed the finances for several condominiums and used her access to move money. She allegedly withdrew funds from current accounts, reserve funds, and financial investments. The stolen money was sent to the account of José Carlos Pinheiro.
MPR Gelar Rapat Gabungan Bahas Pengisian Kekosongan Jabatan Wakil Presiden RI
MPR Chairman Ahmad Muzani prepared to lead a closed-door joint meeting on Friday, November 13, 2026. The meeting took place in the Delegation Room at the Parliament Complex in Jakarta. Leadership from the MPR met with other parliamentary bodies. They discussed preparations for a plenary session to fill the vacant position of the Vice President of Indonesia.
Penanganan Penyakit Kronis Tak Cukup dengan Pengobatan, Koordinasi Dokter Jadi Tantangan
Treating chronic and complex diseases requires more than just the administration of medication. Coordinating between doctors remains a significant challenge in managing these conditions.
Breaking News: Manchester United Resmi Tunjuk Mauricio Pochettino Jadi Pelatih Baru
Manchester United has officially appointed Mauricio Pochettino as the club's new manager.
Destinarán 40 mdp de subasta de motos de Ryan Wedding al Conservatorio de Música de Tultepec; beneficia a niños músicos
Forty million pesos from a motorcycle auction belonging to Ryan Wedding will be given to the Tultepec Music Conservatory. These funds are intended to benefit children who are musicians. The money will be used to provide the students with decent facilities. It will also cover the cost of equipment and musical instruments.
Torcidaši optuženi za poticanje na mržnju, tužiteljstvo traži do dvije godine zatvora
The Municipal State Attorney's Office in Split has filed an indictment against 22 individuals. These people are accused of publicly inciting violence and hatred. The incidents occurred during a Torcida parade before a match against Ajax on October 15. Prosecutors are requesting prison sentences for the accused. The maximum requested sentence is two years in prison.
Caída global de Microsoft impacta en servicios y empresas
A global Microsoft outage has impacted several digital services. Users experienced issues with Outlook, Teams, and Copilot. The failure affected companies and hospitals on a worldwide scale.
Jesu li Hrvati Hrvatskoj postali najjezovitiji teret u problemu prostora
Two new books were recently promoted at the Croatian State Archives. The titles are "Splitski prostorni grop(ov)i" and "Hrvatske prostorne zamke". These works were published by the University of Split and the Academy of Architectural Arts and Sciences of Croatia. The books contain collections of knowledge regarding spatial issues in Croatia.
Haïti : le stade Sylvio-Cator repris aux gangs devient une base salvadorienne
The Sylvio-Cator stadium in Port-au-Prince was occupied by gangs starting in February 2024. Authorities regained control of the venue on November 12. The stadium has now been handed over to Salvadoran military forces.
Kartellverfahren zu Brau Union wird ein Fall für den Europäischen Gerichtshof
Heineken, the parent company, is requesting access to files from an investigation. The case involves the Federal Competition Authority. This legal dispute regarding Brau Union is moving toward the European Court of Justice.
Linzer Tennisturnier: "Es ist ein Armutszeugnis"
There is anticipation for the Upper Austria Ladies tennis tournament scheduled for April 2027. However, the event has faced criticism. Governor Stelzer and State Councilor Frauscher have expressed negative views regarding the federal government's role.
Subametralladora y droga valorada en 10 000 dólares fueron halladas tras balaceras en Isla Trinitaria
Police intervened in the southern sector of Guayaquil following shootings on Thursday, November 12. During the operation in Isla Trinitaria, officers recovered a submachine gun. They also found drugs with an estimated value of 10,000 dollars.
Quatro mulheres são presas após furto de cosméticos em shopping de Indaiatuba
Four women were arrested after stealing cosmetics from a store in an Indaiatuba shopping mall on Thursday. A store employee noticed suspicious behavior and alerted security. The women were caught as they were leaving the mall. Agents found products worth approximately 1,600 reais in one of the bags. A fourth suspect attempted to flee by car toward Campinas. The Municipal Guard located the vehicle and apprehended the driver.