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    Defending world champion Luke Littler has cruised into the round of 16 of the world darts championship in London
     28 December 2025
    Defending world champion Luke Littler has cruised into the round of 16 of the world darts championship in London
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    Parents in China use AI technology to monitor children's homework
    28 Dec: AI is becoming a regular presence at homework time in many Chinese households. Experts say where families draw the line matters more than the technology itself.... more
    Wet weather's predicted to storm through the North Island heading in to New Years, hitting the eastern facing coasts hardest
    28 Dec: Wet weather's predicted to storm through the North Island heading in to New Years, hitting the eastern facing coasts hardest... more
    Michael Douglas spent "a lot" of time talking to Rob Reiner about his son Nick Reiner's drug problems
    28 Dec: The director and his wife Michele were found dead at their home in Los Angeles on December 14 and their 34-year-old son Nick - who has been open about his struggles with addiction - is now behind bars after being charged with the double murder.... more
    Kate Winslet believes life is "better" with a "good meal and a good poo"
    28 Dec: The Goodbye June director-and-actress - who has Mia, 25, with first husband Jim Threapleton, Joe, 22, with second spouse Sam Mendes, and Bear, 12, with husband Edward Abel Smith - has recalled the "horrific" intrustion into her personal life when she was younger and found small ways to find joy while coping with the scrutiny amid the breakdown of one of her marriages.... more
    A marquee international bowls event is underway in Auckland
    28 Dec: A marquee international bowls event is underway in Auckland... more
    A dip in sales and wild weather hasn't dampened retailers' spirits - with hopes things will turn a corner in 2026
    28 Dec: A dip in sales and wild weather hasn't dampened retailers' spirits - with hopes things will turn a corner in 2026... more
    New insurance data reveals Bali is still a spot of trouble for New Zealand travellers
    28 Dec: New insurance data reveals Bali is still a spot of trouble for New Zealand travellers... more
    Alec Baldwin battled suicidal thoughts in the aftermath of the Rust shooting
    28 Dec: The 67-year-old actor was holding a prop gun on the set of the Western in October 2021 when it discharged, killing cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza, and Balwin was wrapped up in a lengthy legal case as he faced manslaughter charges in connection with the tragedy. The charges against Baldwin were dismissed twice and the case is now over, but he has admitted the stress left him feeling as if he didn't want to live any more.... more
    Young people in the justice system say they want to be prioritised in decision-making
    28 Dec: Young people in the justice system say they want to be prioritised in decision-making... more

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     Today's News

    Cricket:
    New Zealand pace bowler Kyle Jamieson accepts the Black Caps' decision NOT to parachute him into the squad for the recent test series win over the West Indies 13:07

    Entertainment:
    Michael Douglas spent "a lot" of time talking to Rob Reiner about his son Nick Reiner's drug problems 12:50

    Environment:
    Wet weather's predicted to storm through the North Island heading in to New Years, hitting the eastern facing coasts hardest 12:47

    Rugby:
    Defending world champion Luke Littler has cruised into the round of 16 of the world darts championship in London 12:47

    Entertainment:
    Kate Winslet believes life is "better" with a "good meal and a good poo" 12:20

    International:
    Parents in China use AI technology to monitor children's homework 12:17

    Entertainment:
    Alec Baldwin battled suicidal thoughts in the aftermath of the Rust shooting 11:50

    Entertainment:
    Jessie J wants to "change the narrative" for people diagnosed with cancer 11:20

    Politics:
    Young people in the justice system say they want to be prioritised in decision-making 11:07

    Entertainment:
    Amy Schumer "laughs the hardest" when she hits "rock bottom" 10:50

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