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Netflix boss says show used generative AI effects for first time
Visual effects made using the technology has appeared in a Netflix original show for the first time.

Colbert’s Late Show cancelled after Trump lawsuit
But executives say the cancellation "is purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night".

Measles in Manawatu, Wairarapa: Here's what you need to know
People who’ve had two doses of the MMR vaccine will be immune. But if you haven’t, here’s what you need to know to stay safe.

Caregivers charged in relation to 4-year-old’s death in 2015
The couple allegedly failed to seek medical treatment for Alestra Kepa-Hati.

Bombers' injury headache worsens
Sam Durham comes from the ground after being wrapped up in a tackle by Kieren Briggs.

PFL champion shot by gunmen
Timur Khizriev was rushed to hospital after fighting off masked gunman who shot him five times.

Aussie shocks Phil with hilarious request
Aussie Ryan Peake shocked Phil Mickelson when he asked for a signed ball and glove at the end of their first round at the British Open.

Injury-stricken Bombers confirm high-performance chief to depart
Sean Murphy’s departure comes at the height of a horror stretch of injuries for the Bombers.

SBW's agent rips mic from journo's hands
Khoder Nasser, the longtime agent of Sonny Bill Williams, rips the microphone out of 9News journalist Zac Bailey's hands following the fight against Paul Gallen.

'Right call': Johns backs Parramatta's Brown axing
Andrew Johns reveals why he is in favour of Parramatta coach Jason Ryles' decision to move on from Dylan Brown.

How Oasis ruined the Socceroos’ plans for a 20-year anniversary clash with Uruguay
The trade-off for Noel and Liam Gallagher’s long-awaited reunion at Accor Stadium in November is that another similarly historic reunion will not take place at that very same venue that month.

Mingwei Yu named as man killed after concrete mixer crashes into house
Mingwei Yu, 38, died after the vehicle flipped onto the Remuera residence on Monday.

Underslip reduces traffic to one lane on SH2 through Waimana Gorge
An underslip on State Highway 2 through Waimana Gorge has forced the closure of one lane, following heavy rainfall earlier this month.

A quest to find a ute, and a battle with police
When Sharyn's ute was stolen from the rural outskirts of Hamilton her whole community jumped in to try and help find it. Everyone except the police.

Marathon record holder banned for doping
Women's marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich has been suspended for doping.

Tszyu 'prepared to die in the ring'
Aussie boxing star Tim Tszyu says he is "prepared to die in the ring" in explaining why his last fight against Sebastian Fundora was not stopped by his corner.

Bryson's airswing from thick rough
Bryson DeChambeau made an air swing at the par-4 fourth in the opening round of The Open Championship.

Smith's awful first tee shot
Cameron Smith's first tee shot to open his British Open was a shocker - a low hook towards the gallery.

This Dolphin played four roles in five weeks. Cobbo’s arrival could seal his future
He has proven a genuine “Mr Fix It”, but could the arrival of a former State of Origin star trigger a decision on his long-term future?

Wallabies add surnames to jerseys
For the first time in Wallabies history, players will have their surnames on the back of their jerseys against the Lions.