Kane Williamson returns to test action with a half century for New Zealand against West Indies

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand (AP) — For Kane Williamson it was business as usual. After 12 months away from test cricket as a privateer in professional leagues around the world, Williamson ground out his 38th half century for New Zealand on Tuesday on the first day of the first test against West Indies. It wasn’t classic […]

Nuclear war expert explains why Australia and New Zealand may be the last places left standing after WW3 |

Jacobsen cites simulations showing a one-megaton detonation creates firestorms over 100 square miles, leaving nothing but burning terrain/ image: Youtube If World War III were ever to break out, where on Earth would actually be safe? It’s the kind of uneasy question that slips into public consciousness during missile alerts, diplomatic stand-offs and late–night doomscrolling. […]

2nd T20I: England secure commanding 65-run victory over New Zealand | Cricket News

Liam Dawson of England (L) is congratulated by Harry Brook of England after dismissing Mark Chapman of New Zealand (Photo by Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images) England secured a commanding 65-run victory over New Zealand in the second T20 international at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval on Monday, led by Harry Brook‘s powerful 78.England posted an impressive total of […]

Sophie Devine scores 63 as New Zealand beats Bangladesh for first win at Women’s Cricket World Cup

GUWAHATI, India (AP) — Sophie Devine notched her third half century of the tournament as New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 100 runs Friday for its first win at the Women’s Cricket World Cup. Devine, who scored 112 and 85 in losing causes against Australia and South Africa, scored 63 off 85 balls to help rescue […]

Women’s World Cup: New Zealand annihilate Bangladesh with 100-run victory | Cricket News

New Zealand vs Bangladesh (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images) New Zealand secured a convincing 100-run victory over Bangladesh in the Women’s World Cup match, thanks to outstanding fifties from Brooke Halliday and captain Sophie Devine, followed by a strong bowling performance.The White Ferns chose to bat first and posted 227 for nine, recovering from early […]

Haka halts New Zealand Parliament: Speaker suspends session; Te Pati Maori under scrutiny

Maori Party MP Oriini Kaipara (Image credits: X/@NZParliament) WELLINGTON: New Zealand’s Parliament was briefly suspended on 9 October after people in the public gallery broke into a haka, a traditional Maori dance, following the maiden speech of the newest Maori Party MP, Oriini Kaipara.The interruption took place soon after Kaipara, elected in September to fill […]

‘Wouldnt call it a surprise’: New Zealand pacer Matt Henry on teams 3-0 Test series win in India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 7 (ANI): New Zealand pacer Matt Henry expressed his thoughts on his side’s historic Test series win against India, saying that he would not call the win a “surprise” and the side was prepared well for the challenge to beat India in their own home conditions. Henry was speaking on the […]

‘Such an amazing turnaround’: Laura Wolvaardt sums up South Africas thrilling 6-wicket win over New Zealand in Womens ODI World Cup

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], October 7 (ANI): South Africa’s captain expressed delight and relief after her team’s six-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ongoing Women’s ODI World Cup on Monday. Wolvaardt described the win as an “amazing turnaround,” highlighting that it showcased her team’s capabilities, which were evident despite a poor start to the […]

‘To attract digital nomads’: New Zealand introduces new residency rules; attempts to woo skilled workers | World News

Winston Peters (Pic credit: ANI) NEW ZEALAND: New Zealand is making it easier for migrant workers to live and work in the country through two new residency pathways, as part of efforts to strengthen the workforce and revive the economy. Economic development minister Nicola Willis announced the changes on Tuesday, saying skilled and experienced migrants […]