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WASHINGTON β Heat waves that lead to sudden and damaging drought are spreading across the globe at an accelerating rate, highlighting how climate change-fueled extremes can build dangerously off each other, a new study found. Researchers from South Korea and Australia looked at compound extreme weather β a one-two punch of heat and drought β…
A top Pentagon official said Anthropic’s dispute with the government over the use of its artificial intelligence technology in fully autonomous weapons came after a debate over how AI could be used in President Donald Trump’s future Golden Dome missile defense program, which aims to put U.S. weapons in space. U.S. Defense Undersecretary Emil Michael,…
Trevor Foley claims Ironman NZ victory at TaupΕ. Photo: Kerry Marshall / www.photosport.nz American Trevor Foley and Briton Kat Matthews have headed off strong fields to claim elite honours at the 42nd edition of IRONMAN New Zealand in TaupΕ. Foley became the first United States man since Tim DeBoom to prevail in the men’s race,…
Photo: Photosport The Highlanders gave coach Jamie Joseph something to smile about with a 39-31 Super Rugby Pacific win over Western Force in a 10-try thriller in Dunedin. Winger Caleb Tangitau and centre Jonah Lowe both crossed twice for the home side, who trailed 21-17 at halftime and had to play the last 10 minutes…
Eliza McCartney in action at the Sir Graeme Douglas International. Photo: David Rowland/Photosport Kiwi pole vaulter Eliza McCartney has thrown down the gauntlet to fellow Kiwis Imogen Ayris and Olivia McTaggart in their internal battle for selection to the world indoor championships in Poland this month. The 2016 Olympic bronze medallist and 2024 world indoor…
Beauden Barrett in action for the Blues against Crusaders. Photo: Brett Phibbs/Photosport Super Rugby rivals Blues and Crusaders face off in the match of the round at Eden Park on Saturday. Surprisingly, both sides have just one win each to their names, but the Crusaders carrying the form of a victory over the Chiefs last…
Chloe Howie-Hurst, 28, from Darlington, founded HH Cakes and Bakes in April 2023, originally specialising in celebration cakes for special occasions and building up a loyal client base. After a busy festive period, Chloe decided to take her business in a new direction to allow for greater flexibility around family life. Mum-of-three Chloe Howie-Hurst has…
Helen Newall, 43, who has owned The Little Dress Shop for the last seven years said she was βover the moonβ to be nominated for the Richmond Business and Tourism AssociationΒ awards thanks to her creative window displays. She said: βIt was such a surprise. I found out last week when I was at the theatre…
The potential re-development opportunity, which includes a “substantial” pub building, sits on a 0.28 acre site on Gainsborough Avenue. Internally, the space covers 4,291 square feet and features a main bar, a smaller side bar, and WC facilities. The pub in July, 2023. (Image: Google Street View) The first floor of the property also contains…
Julie Griffiths was elected to serve the Murton ward alongside Reform colleague Mark Rowney after the election victory on Thursday (March 5).Β The by-election was called after former Reform member David Cumming stepped down last year due to work commitments.Β Ms Griffiths secured 1,004 votes, with Theo Bell of the Reform UK second on 786…
