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Auckland bus stabbing victim did not die alone, passenger assures family
"I held her hand in the bus until she got help and we did everything we could."

Beneficiaries not getting by as rental costs grow
Those on JobSeeker can be hundreds of dollars in the red each week, new research shows.

When are the public holidays in 2025 and how can I maximise my annual leave?
How to use the fewest annual leave days, for the longest stretch of time off. Plus, the key dates to be aware of in 2025.

Save 40% on Anker’s fast-charging power station for campers
Whenever you go camping or hiking, it’s always good to keep a reliable power source with you, whether to keep your phone juiced up in case of emergency or to power your nifty camping appliances. And for that, this high-capacity Anker power station will do the trick just fine, serving as a power bank for all your devices AND as a light source for your camp. The best part? It’s on sale for just $90 on Amazon, a solid 40 percent off its original $150 MSRP. (Clip the on-page coupon!) This power bank has a massive 60,000mAh capacity, which is enough to completely recharge a MacBook Air nearly three times, or an iPhone 14 Pro Max over seven times. But despite its considerable power, this thing is neither too large nor too heavy, measuring 4.59 x 4.59 inches, standing just over 8 inches tall, and weighing 5 pounds. It comes with two USB-C ports, with the main one capable of 60W charging and the other one capable of 27W charging, so you can fast-charge a laptop and a phone at the same time. There are two additional USB-A ports for extra charging if needed, and it has a solar input to connect a solar panel (not included). It also has a built-in retractable LED lamp that comes out of the top, which features two brightness modes that are great for reading, relaxing, illuminating your campsite, and more. You can also press the SOS button to signal for help when you’re in a bind. Lastly, this power station features a digital display that shows you how much battery power remains, what that translates to in remaining charging time, and how much input/output is being used. This is an amazing accessory to have on any camping trip, the kind you’ll wish you had if you (God forbid) end up in an emergency situation. Grab it now for just $90 on Amazon while this deal lasts! Save 40% on the ultimate charger and lamp for campingBuy now on Amazon

The Thames Valley rugby team that outshone the Auld Mug
The most celebrated victory of New Zealand's incredible sporting weekend may have been the one at a small rugby ground in Te Aroha.

King Charles to deliver speech as CHOGM officially opens
The King is expected to deliver an address to the 56 member nations at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Friday.

LG’s 39-inch ultrawide OLED monitor is insanely cheap right now
If you’ve been waiting for an incredible deal to pounce on an OLED gaming monitor, this might just be the one. Right now, Amazon’s closeout site Woot is offering a 39-inch LG ultrawide OLED display for $720. That’s an amazing $780 off its original price, a 52 percent discount. Unlike a lot of monitors featured on Woot, this LG 39GS95QE is a brand-new model, neither refurbished nor open-box. It has a semi-standard 3440×1440 ultrawide resolution, but its size is boosted by five extra inches to give you that much more oomph. With a dramatic 800R curve, a speedy 240Hz refresh rate, and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility, it also has a leg up on some other gaming monitors. A standard VESA mount makes adding a monitor arm easy, though the included base looks pretty nice all on its own. Despite all that impressive tech, the connectivity is a bit underwhelming. You get two HDMI 2.1 ports and a DisplayPort, but no USB-C options, and only two USB-A ports for easy connection to other gadgets. Even so, this is about the best deal you’re going to see for an oversized OLED monitor. It’s considerably cheaper than even most of the 27-inch OLED monitors on the market right now. Woot is offering this rock-bottom price for another 10 days, and Amazon Prime members can get free standard shipping. But Woot deals with limited stock — once it’s gone, you might not see it again, so definitely jump on this one fast if you’re interested. Save 52% on this 39-inch ultrawide OLED gaming monitorBuy now on Woot