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Meningococcal Meningitis Outbreak: What Kiwis Need to Know After UK Cases
News Meningococcal Meningitis Outbreak: What Kiwis Need to Know After UK Cases

Following a meningococcal meningitis outbreak in Kent, here's what you need to know about symptoms, vaccines, and how to stay safe here in New Zealand.

2026-03-19 22:17 🔥 14
Ponsonby Fire: Thick Black Smoke Blankets Auckland Suburb as Crews Battle Blaze Near Petrol Station
News Ponsonby Fire: Thick Black Smoke Blankets Auckland Suburb as Crews Battle Blaze Near Petrol Station

A fire in Auckland's Ponsonby sent thick black smoke over the suburb this afternoon, with crews from Ponsonby Fire Station quickly responding near a busy petrol station. No serious injuries reported.

2026-03-19 20:31 🔥 14
Wisconsin County Votes to Name Highway After Charlie Kirk Following Tragic Death
News Wisconsin County Votes to Name Highway After Charlie Kirk Following Tragic Death

Washington County, Wisconsin, has voted to put $50,000 towards renaming a local highway in memory of political commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking an outpouring of community remembrance.

2026-03-19 19:14 🔥 8
CBSA Extortion Deportations Update: 35 Removed as National Crackdown Intensifies
News CBSA Extortion Deportations Update: 35 Removed as National Crackdown Intensifies

The latest CBSA extortion deportations update reveals 35 individuals removed from Canada. Here is the breakdown of the 372 investigations and what it means for community safety.

2026-03-19 18:37 🔥 12
Today's protests in Mexico City: Navigating the chaos while discovering baroque art all around you
News Today's protests in Mexico City: Navigating the chaos while discovering baroque art all around you

Follow our live coverage of today's marches and rallies across Mexico City. Plus, discover the hidden gems of baroque art in the historic buildings surrounding the protests.

2026-03-19 05:54 🔥 13
Panic on Morro dos Prazeres: BOPE Operation Ends with Drug Lord Dead and Buses Torched in Rio
News Panic on Morro dos Prazeres: BOPE Operation Ends with Drug Lord Dead and Buses Torched in Rio

The morning of this Wednesday (18th) was one of war on Morro dos Prazeres and other Rio communities. After a BOPE action killed a drug trafficking chief, criminals retaliated with hijacked buses and blocked roads. Read the full report.

2026-03-19 03:55 🔥 10
Iranian strike on Al Minhad Air Base in UAE: Facilities damaged, Australian troops safe
News Iranian strike on Al Minhad Air Base in UAE: Facilities damaged, Australian troops safe

Details on the Iranian missile strike on Al Minhad Air Base near Dubai, which caused damage to facilities used by Australian forces but resulted in no casualties. Initial reactions and the incident's potential implications for the region.

2026-03-19 02:14 🔥 14
2026 Motorcycle & Scooter Rebates Open Today: Get Up to $4,000 Off Electric and Hybrid Models
News 2026 Motorcycle & Scooter Rebates Open Today: Get Up to $4,000 Off Electric and Hybrid Models

2026 motorcycle rebates: From today, 18 March, bookings are open for the eco-incentive scheme offering up to $4,000 off the purchase of a new electric or hybrid motorcycle or scooter. Here's how it works.

2026-03-18 22:18 🔥 12
Meningitis: What Every Kiwi Needs to Know Now
News Meningitis: What Every Kiwi Needs to Know Now

Recent headlines have sparked a lot of talk about meningitis. This article breaks down the symptoms, the risks, and how we can prevent it in New Zealand.

2026-03-18 18:22 🔥 12
Meningococcal Outbreak in Kent: What Every Kiwi Student and Parent Needs to Know
Health Meningococcal Outbreak in Kent: What Every Kiwi Student and Parent Needs to Know

Two young people have died and 13 others are confirmed infected in a serious meningococcal outbreak in Kent, UK. We look at what's happened, why students are particularly at risk, and what this means for us here in New Zealand.

2026-03-18 17:04 🔥 12