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(URGENT) BOK expects inflation to approach target level in 2028: Gov. Shin

China, Russia slam 'destructive external interference' in Eurasia: Joint statement

China and Russia condemn what they call external interference in Eurasia, casting it as the main threat to regional stability in a joint statement.

India Mandates BIS Certification for Three Animal Feed Products

India has made BIS certification compulsory for three categories of animal feed products under an order published on October 12, 2026. The requirements cover mineral mixtures, feed-grade dicalcium phosphate, and common salt and cattle licks for animal consumption.

Branded Dairy Packages Were Found in Navi Mumbai Mangroves

Volunteers found about 100 sealed milk and curd packages in protected mangrove wetlands in Nerul, Navi Mumbai. The discovery coincided with intensified food-safety inspections across Maharashtra by the state Food and Drug Administration.

How France became ungovernable at home yet unstoppable in Brussels

Interlink Electronics op LD Micro-conferentie: groei via overnames

NZ Herald Powerbrokers’ Debate 2026: Most outrageous moments, clashes and political digs

Ryan Bridge channelled his inner Paula Bennett, snapping 'Zip it sweeties' at the leaders.

Baby Ru: Police renew plea on three-year anniversary of Lower Hutt toddler's death

Investigators say they are determined to get justice for the Lower Hutt toddler who was killed in October 2023.

Ukraine war latest: Russia 'ready' to resume trilateral peace talks with US, Ukraine

Key developments on Oct. 21: * Kremlin 'ready' to resume trilateral peace talks with US, Ukraine, Putin claims * 'Everything was in ruins' — At least 2 killed, 2 injured in Russian drone attack on Kyiv * Russian Su-30 fighter jet crashes in Kaliningrad Oblast during training exercises, Moscow says * Lockheed Martin delegation meets Ukraine's defense chiefs in Kyiv amid severe Patriot shortage * Denmark guarantees $113 million loan for Ukrainian defense company Fire Point Kremlin 'ready'

Just days left to enrol to vote: 'Think about things that matter to you'

The Electoral Commission is sending teams out to shopping malls, markets, libraries, railway stations and hospitals to try and enrol the 350,000 New Zealanders yet to sign up

Election live: Whangārei GP explains why no party has a credible primary healthcare plan

Follow our daily live coverage of all the happening on the 2026 election campaign trail.

Northland police officer faces serious assault charges

The officer faces one charge of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and one of wounding with intent to injure.

'A distinct safety issue' - former polling booth manager fears staff will face voter anger

Sue May fears people will not realise they had been "deprived of their right to vote" until they turn up at the ballot box.

Life 'closed in' as woman hits barriers getting pet registered as disability assist dog

Kiko can sense changes in Joanne Marshall's blood pressure but the organisation that can certify him says he isn't ready.

Campaign group says cost biggest barrier for dental care, welcomes student boost

"Nearly half of New Zealand adults have unmet need for dental care due to cost," Dental for All campaigner Hana Pilkinton-Ching said.

$62K raised for Indigenous hockey players in West Kelowna

The inaugural charity golf tournament was held on Oct. 15 at Two Eagles Golf Course

Amy Acton breaks silence as Vivek Ramaswamy takes credit for controversial ad featuring her estranged mom: 'He's not fit to lead'

Vivek Ramaswamy accepted responsibility for a campaign ad in which Amy Acton’s estranged mother accused her of lying and urged voters not to support her.

Malaysia PM Anwar warns against Israeli navigation app Waze over data security concerns

Given concerns about the app being used to monitor Malaysian citizens' data, Anwar suggested they switch to using Tuju, an app developed by the Malaysian Highway Authority.