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US company Spirit Airlines shuts down, cancelling all flights as jet fuel costs hit hard

2 May 2026 at 07:56
The spike in fuel prices was too heavy a blow for the struggling carrier.

Spirit Airlines planes at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US, on April 22. Photo / Getty Images

Spirit Airlines planes at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US, on April 22. Photo / Getty Images

Spirit Airlines planes at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US, on April 22. Photo / Getty Images

Spirit Airlines planes at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US, on April 22. Photo / Getty Images

Kiwi stars shine as cult hit musical Heathers kicks off its ‘explosive’ six-month tour

2 May 2026 at 07:00
Roll out your plaid and croquet mallets because the bitches are back.

New Zealand scores two out of three Heathers in a new production of the hit musical opening here this month.

New Zealand scores two out of three Heathers in a new production of the hit musical opening here this month.

New Zealand scores two out of three Heathers in a new production of the hit musical opening here this month.

New Zealand scores two out of three Heathers in a new production of the hit musical opening here this month.

Science-backed ways to keep your bones strong as you age

2 May 2026 at 07:00
Guidelines suggest 30 to 40 minutes of weight-bearing exercise three to four days a week.

Bone strength can be maintained through strength training and a Mediterranean diet, experts say. Photo / Getty Images

Bone strength can be maintained through strength training and a Mediterranean diet, experts say. Photo / Getty Images

Bone strength can be maintained through strength training and a Mediterranean diet, experts say. Photo / Getty Images

Bone strength can be maintained through strength training and a Mediterranean diet, experts say. Photo / Getty Images

University of Canterbury investigates incident where student was banned from wearing Palestinian keffiyeh at graduation

2 May 2026 at 02:39
The student said they felt 'demeaned and belittled' and unable to refuse.

University of Canterbury graduate Davien Gray, 24, was told to take their keffiyeh off before walking into the arena to accept their degree. The university has confirmed it is investigating the incident.

University of Canterbury graduate Davien Gray, 24, was told to take their keffiyeh off before walking into the arena to accept their degree. The university has confirmed it is investigating the incident.

University of Canterbury graduate Davien Gray, 24, was told to take their keffiyeh off before walking into the arena to accept their degree. The university has confirmed it is investigating the incident.

University of Canterbury graduate Davien Gray, 24, was told to take their keffiyeh off before walking into the arena to accept their degree. The university has confirmed it is investigating the incident.

Auckland bus driver allegedly punched by female passenger refusing to pay her fare

2 May 2026 at 07:12
The driver said he and his colleagues are told to 'just let' non-paying passengers board.

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Moana Pasifika v Blues live updates, Super Rugby Pacific clash at North Harbour Stadium

2 May 2026 at 06:55
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between Moana Pasifika and the Blues.

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

New Zealander in flotilla intercepted by Israel has concussion and possible broken rib, wife says

2 May 2026 at 04:00
About 176 people from the flotilla disembarked at a port on Crete.

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Mitre 10 and Bunnings to pass on higher costs from Iran war hitting DIYers in the pocket

2 May 2026 at 01:00
Bunnings delivery fees are up by $1-$2 for small parcels and 10% for big loads.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

New Diocesan School for Girls principal Dr Sandra Hastie on surviving ‘dirt file’ leak at her last school - and her plans for Dio

1 May 2026 at 17:00
Sandra Hastie has plans for Dio - she's a fan of flexible hours and creative subjects.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

African-born father to be deported to New Zealand from Australia as a 501

2 May 2026 at 01:00
The man claimed his offending was fuelled by his involvement in a gang.

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

Jetstar email addresses passenger with curse words, airline blames account change

1 May 2026 at 23:50
The surprise slur was included in a change of booking confirmation.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

Media Insider: TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman replaced by colleague and soon-to-be business presenter on PM Christopher Luxon’s trip to Singapore

1 May 2026 at 18:19
Sherman's temporary Parliament ban would not have prevented her from covering PM's visit.

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden
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