Biz Bites: A weekly take on the Taranaki business world
Stuff Novotel Ngāmotu will host a business expo for Māori businesses, which will also be a chance to mark Puanga. (File photo) Māori business mini expo...
Quebec forest fire situation continues to improve with rain but risks remain: SOPFEU
MONTREAL – Quebec’s wildfire prevention agency says the forest fire situation in the province is improving after recent rain, though risks remain, particularly in the region...
UN commander in contact with Lebanese and Israeli officials about tensions over Hezbollah tents
BEIRUT (AP) — The U.N. peacekeeping force on the Lebanon-Israel border said Monday its commander is in contact with officials in both countries over tensions regarding...
Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves agree on max contract extension
The Minnesota Timberwolves have made it clear: They’re going to build around Anthony Edwards. The Timberwolves and Edwards agreed on a max extension on Monday —...
Saudi Arabia lures another soccer star as Steven Gerrard agrees to manage Al-Ettifaq
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Saudi Arabia has landed another soccer icon after Liverpool great Steven Gerrard was hired as manager of Al-Ettifaq on Monday. The former...
As 1,500 Disneyland collectibles go up for auction, that Dumbo car – or trash bin – can be yours
BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — Fans who agree Disneyland is indeed the happiest place on Earth will soon be able to take home more than a souvenir....
Philipsen wins third stage of the Tour de France, Yates keeps overall lead
BAYONNE, France (AP) — Belgian cyclist Jasper Philipsen won the third stage of the Tour de France in a bunched sprint on Monday, while Adam Yates...
Canada’s Leylah Fernandez edges Baindl to advance to second round at Wimbledon
LONDON – Leylah Fernandez of Laval, Que., defeated Ukraine’s Kateryna Baindl in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, to advance to the second round at Wimbledon on...
Investigators visit North Carolina amusement park after closing ride because of crack
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — State investigators were on site Monday at a North Carolina amusement park after a crack was discovered on a support beam on...
Dior brings ethereal goddesses, silver threads, to Paris couture
PARIS (AP) — In the lush surroundings of Paris’ Musee Rodin, the landscapes of artist Marta Roberti formed the backdrop on Monday for the latest Dior...