America’s Cup: wind should allow races to start on time

[ad_1] It appears that the Copa America match will start on time with moderate winds anticipated for the opening match on Wednesday afternoon between defender Team New Zealand and challenger Luna Rossa of Italy. Regatta Director Iain Murray confirmed in his regular race briefing on Wednesday morning that he was …

Read More »

Elizabeth Zhong murder: man pleads not guilty to murder

[ad_1] CrimeUpdated Mar 9, 2021 08:00 PMFast reading Elizabeth Zhong’s body was found in the trunk of her car. Photo / Supplied A man accused of killing Auckland businesswoman Elizabeth Zhong has pleaded not guilty to murder. The defendant appeared before Judge Sally Fitzgerald in Auckland High Court this morning. …

Read More »

Covid-19: ‘nasty’ racist abuse targeting MIQ healthcare workers

[ad_1] DAVID BLANCO / THINGS Most guests in managed isolation facilities are grateful, but some verbally and physically abuse healthcare workers, says one whistleblower. (File photo) As a nurses union demands change, shocking reports are emerging that healthcare workers are labeled “cute” and physically abused by guests in managed isolation …

Read More »