US regulators target fake crowdfunders
PEOPLE who fail to complete projects after receiving public backing through crowdfunding are being targeted by US regulators.
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BB King’s daughters claim ‘missing’ will
BB King’s four daughters who were snubbed in their late father’s will dated 2007 have suggested there is another will.
Computer games boost maths skills: study
STUDENTS who played computer games as part of their maths lessons had improved numeracy skills, but literacy ability was not affected, a new study says.
Six Legionnaires’ cases in Christchurch
A COOLING tower has been pinpointed as the source of a Legionnaires’ outbreak in Christchurch, which has affected six people.
Phil Rudd to miss AC/DC’s New Zealand show
PHIL Rudd won’t be on stage during AC/DC’s New Zealand shows after pleading guilty to drug possession charges and one count of threatening to kill.
Clinton uses mother’s plight in campaign
PRESIDENTIAL hopeful, Hillary Rodham Clinton, will tell campaign supporters her mother’s influence gave her a sense of obligation to help others.
Pentagon releases price tag for war on IS
THE US is spending an average of $US9 a day on the war against IS in Iraq and Syria, with the air force bearing two-thirds of the total spending.
No minister at summit due to Java wedding
A COUNTER-TERRORISM summit in Sydney clashed with the wedding of President Joko Widodo’s son resulting in Indonesia not sending a minister. minister.
California kangaroo skin battle heats up
THE Australian government is urging California to abolish a ban on kangaroo skin imports, despite concerns from animal rights groups.
Kiwi faces 18 yrs in Bali jail over drugs
THE prosecution in the case of New Zealander Antony de Malmanche argues he should spend 18 years in jail for bringing drugs into Bali.
Oliver! star Ron Moody dies aged 91
ACTOR Ron Moody, who was nominated for the best actor Oscar in 1968 for his performance as Fagin in the hit film version of Oliver!, has died aged 91.
‘Neglected’ UK donkey unmoved by help
A NEGLECTED donkey reported to animal welfare officers in Scotland has turned out to be a life-sized garden ornament.
Indon to probe claims Aust paid boat crew
INDONESIA has expressed concerns about claims a migrant boat crew were paid by the Australian navy to turn back.
Appeal in NZ climate change refugee case
A KIRIBATI plans to argue in the New Zealand Supreme Court that his family’s health is at risk if they return to the low-lying island nation.
AC/DC’s Phil Rudd sentencing delayed
AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd won’t find out if he’s going to jail until July after his sentencing was delayed by two weeks.
Rocky film producer Robert Chartoff dies
ROBERT Chartoff, who produced all the Rocky movies including the latest instalment Creed, has died aged 81.
Obama approves 450 more troops for Iraq
ANOTHER 450 US troops being sent to help train Iraqi forces will focus on efforts to wrest back control of provincial capital Ramadi.
Too much screen time affects boys’ bones
A NORWEGIAN study says boys who spend too much time in front of the TV or on the computer risk having weaker bones.
Diet at conception can affect baby’s DNA
RESEARCHERS say a baby’s DNA can be affected by what their mother eats before pregnancy and one gene is especially sensitive to these changes.
Indonesian women ‘can help combat terror’
INDONESIA’S Minister for Women says authorities must use women’s influence to help stop radicalisation.
Peanuts could protect against cancer
RESEARCHERS in the Netherlands say peanuts and tree nuts could contribute to lower death rates from cancer and heart disease.
Hottest hobbies may surprise
HOBBIES that impress on the NZ singles scene include watching movies, listening to music and fine dining, rather than action sports.
Guatemalan president may face charges
THE Guatamalan president could face criminal charges over allegations of criminal conspiracy if lawmakers rescind his immunity from prosecution.
New York manhunt extended to Vermont
AUTHORITIES in the US state of Vermont have warned residents to watch for two convicted murderers who escaped a New York prison.
Overseas scam stings NZ firm for $NZ800k
NZ police say overseas crooks are setting up fake websites to piggyback on legitimate financial companies’ claims.
Police close in on Hollywood hackers
US police have traced the Hollywood hacking scandal, where nude photos of celebrities were posted online, to two Chicago houses.
Jawbone files 2nd lawsuit against Fitbit
FITNESS tracker-maker Jawbone is suing its rival Fitbit again, alleging the company has violated all its patents.
Chimps ‘can smile like humans’
UK researchers say a study looking at chimpanzees facial expressions may explain the evolution of human smiles.
NZ PM worried about phone hacking
NEW Zealand Prime Minister John Key says he throws his mobile phone away every three months and never has it in a room when he’s having private meetings.
UK Nobel laureate creates sexism storm
A NOBEL Prize-winning British scientist has stood by his assertion that mixed-gender labs are “disruptive”.
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