June 2026

Jay-Z Disses Nicki Minaj, Drake and Kanye West in Scathing Freestyle

New Zealand Blog News Service Jun 1, 2026

Jay-Z is throwing shade at his friends turned foes. The “Friend or Foe” rapper seemingly dissed former close…

Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz Among 2026’s Highest-Paid Athletes

New Zealand Blog News Service Jun 1, 2026

These athletes are earning far and above the baseline. Forbes released its list of the top 50 highest-paid…

Steven Spielberg Reveals the Side Hustle That Helped Launch His Career

New Zealand Blog News Service Jun 1, 2026

Steven Spielberg wasn’t always living in sugarland. Indeed, the legendary director shared he made his 1964 debut film…

Kendall Jenner, Jacob Elordi Coordinate Looks During Outing in Japan

New Zealand Blog News Service Jun 1, 2026

Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner are taking their romance worldwide. Less than a month after fueling romance rumors…

Euphoria’s Zendaya Reacts to Gut-Wrenching Series Finale

New Zealand Blog News Service Jun 1, 2026

Warning: This story contains Euphoria spoilers. Euphoria came to a tragic end on May 31. The season three…

Former minister may challenge Starmer for PM role next week June 17, 2026
Wes Streeting. Photo: Retuers Britain's former health minister Wes Streeting said he would be prepared to trigger a Labour leadership contest to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister as soon as next week, urging a speedy end to the "uncertainty and paralysis".
Beehive could be vacated for 18 months, 'a lot of work' needed June 17, 2026
The Beehive. Photo: RNZ By Giles Dexter of RNZ The Beehive could be vacated for refurbishments, with Parliament's Speaker saying a decision on repairs to the executive wing would probably be made in the next Parliamentary term.
'Cats do monstrous amounts of damage': ownership rules reassessed June 17, 2026
Cats do "monstrous amounts of damage" to bird life, says a local conservation group. Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon By Jonathan Leask of LDR A conservation group looking to bring native birds back to a Canterbury town have welcomed council plans for expanded rules around cat ownership.
Using AI for benefit decisions a 'no-brainer': govt officials June 17, 2026
Minister for Social Development Louise Upston. Photo: Mark Papalii / RNZ By Lauren Crimp of RNZ Government officials have defended using automated tools to make some decisions about people's benefits, saying it's a "no-brainer".
Officer uses axe to rescue driver in submerged car June 17, 2026
A police officer used an axe to smash a window and rescue a driver in a car that was being pulled under water in Auckland's Okahu Bay earlier this week.
Own goal propels Austria towards victory June 17, 2026
Marko Arnautovic celebrates with Austrian team-mates after scoring their third goal during their World Cup win over Jordan in Santa Clara today. Photo: Reuters An own goal off a corner kick in the 76th minute broke a tie and Austria went on to defeat Jordan 3-1 in a World Cup Group J match today in […]
No conviction for high profile sportsman with drink driving charge June 17, 2026
By Bill Hickman of RNZ A high-profile former sportsperson has been discharged without conviction following a charge of driving with excess blood alcohol.
Minister 'shocked' at department's low effort in role with Fenz June 17, 2026
Brooke van Velden. Photo: RNZ By Jo Moir of RNZ The Internal Affairs Minister has taken a swipe at government agencies taking a relaxed approach to public accountability despite being responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars.
Merlin the duck rises to World Cup stardom June 17, 2026
Merlin, the duck donning an 'El Tri' soccer jersey that turns heads across Mexico City. Photo: Reuters A domesticated duck named Merlin, sporting a miniature Mexico shirt and custom duck socks, has waddled his way into the hearts of football fans, becoming an unlikely unofficial mascot for the country's World Cup campaign.
'Real concern' if landslide tsumani hits Milford Sound June 17, 2026
Milford Sound. Photo: ODT files By Phil Pennington of RNZ MPs have been told the very low rate of survival estimated if a landslide tsunami hits Milford Sound remains the case but the chase is on to improve understanding of the risks.

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June 2026

Jay-Z Disses Nicki Minaj, Drake and Kanye West in Scathing Freestyle

Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz Among 2026’s Highest-Paid Athletes

Steven Spielberg Reveals the Side Hustle That Helped Launch His Career

Kendall Jenner, Jacob Elordi Coordinate Looks During Outing in Japan

Euphoria’s Zendaya Reacts to Gut-Wrenching Series Finale

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