Marilyn Manson fined, gets community service for blowing nose on videographer
Marilyn Manson was sentenced to 20 hours of community service and a fine on Monday (local time) after pleading no contest to blowing his nose on a videographer at a 2019 concert in New Hampshire. The prosecutors agreed to dismiss the other charge, which alleged that he spit on the videographer. Manson was fined a little more than US$1400 (NZ$2366) as part of the deal, with US$200 suspended. The judge, who called Manson's acts “egregious,” agreed to allow Manson to do his community service in California. Charles Krupa/AP Marilyn Manson was accused of approaching a videographer at his 2019 concert in New Hampshire and allegedly spitting and blowing his nose on her.
Source:Stuff
September 19, 2023 01:10 UTC
Fashion Quarterly brand expands with launch of FQ Living
Leveraging the 59 percent market dominance of Fashion Quarterly magazine, Via Media is expanding the brand with the launch of FQ Living – a premium media brand dedicated to lifestyle and interior design, the art of elegant living, and the intersection of style and functionality. “We’ve recognised a demand for a specialised lifestyle title within the FQ brand portfolio, and we see FQ Living as a natural extension of Fashion Quarterly,” says Davis. “From home interiors to innovative products, travel destinations to culinary experiences, FQ Living encourages embracing a lifestyle where design enhances everyday living. As an extension of the FQ content pillars, FQ Living will intertwine lifestyle content into the FQ digital channels with a combined reach of 597,6862 and an EDM database of 28,000+. Special introductory rates for the launch issue of FQ Living are currently available.
Source:Stuff
September 19, 2023 00:24 UTC
All Blacks suffer setback as first-choice loose-head prop De Groot suspended for two games
All Blacks suffer setback as first-choice loose-head prop De Groot suspended for two gamesAll Blacks suffer setback as first-choice loose-head prop De Groot suspended for two games[Image: Stuff.co.nz]The All Blacks have suffered a blow in their Rugby World Cup 2023 campaign after first-choice loose-head prop Ethan De Groot was handed a two-match suspension following his red card offence in their 71-3 thrashing of Namibia over the weekend. At the hearing, De Groot admitted he had committed an act of foul play, but maintained the red-card threshold had not been met and challenged the Foul Play Review Official’s decision that the tackle was “always illegal”. All Blacks coach Ian Foster later claimed the initial contact in the collision had been shoulder on shoulder, and pointed to Booysen’s injury as evidence of that. The All Blacks will now rely on senior prop Ofa Tuungafasi and rookie Crusaders front-rower Tamaiti Williams to cover the loosehead for the final two Pool A clashes against Italy and Uruguay. The All Blacks will play Italy next Saturday at 7am in their third RWC pool game.
Source:Stuff
September 19, 2023 00:21 UTC
Open mike 19/09/2023
In the latest episode ofYouth Wings,Southern Young Labour chairpersonJas McIntosh is faced with the prospect that she may be in a centrist party. “I was like, ‘noooo,’” says Jas McIntosh, shaking her fist one evening at the Labour office in Ōtepoti. She’s describing the moment she read...
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September 19, 2023 00:12 UTC
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‘Careless’ campervan driver filmed driving erratically banned from driving in NZ
Footage shows the campervan weaving across the road into blind corners between Aramoana and Port Chalmers. Video / SuppliedA careless campervan driver filmed driving erratically across two lanes between Aramoana and Port Chalmers has been forbidden from driving for the rest of his time in New Zealand. On September 6, the campervan was filmed by a member of the public crossing the centre line into blind corners in Aramoana Rd. The 44-year-old driver of the campervan was warned by police with regard to his driving and was forbidden from driving while in New Zealand. One person said: “That was only luck someone didn’t have a head-on crash on those corners.”“They are blind corners.
Source:Otago Daily Times
September 18, 2023 22:50 UTC
Albany homicide: Sixteen-year-old arrested in Hamilton following 'serious incident' at north Auckland bus station
A 16-year-old has been arrested and charged with murder following a fatal attack at the Albany bus station on Monday afternoon. Emergency services responded after an altercation at the bus station between members of the public. A person was injured and transported to Auckland Hospital in a critical condition but later died from their injuries. In an update on Tuesday morning, Det Insp Callum McNeill, of Waitematā, said police officers travelled to Hamilton on Monday evening and arrested the 16-year-old. "We are working through the process of formal identification and contacting the family," McNeill said.
Source:Stuff
September 18, 2023 22:26 UTC
NZ Herald Rugby League writer explains what makes Warriors fans different
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Source:New Zealand Herald
September 18, 2023 21:05 UTC
Stuff blocks Open AI
Jones died two years ago, shortly before the launch of the first generative AI applications. Last month, the New York Times reported Google was testing an AI tool called Genesis, which uses AI technology to write news articles. But is keeping those generative AI apps at arm's length the right option? Last month, Stuff owner Sinead Boucher told an Asia Pacific summit of the International News Media Association (INMA) generative AI could become "degenerative" for the media and society. Would Stuff be taking this stance on generative AI if Boucher hadn’t just put up its first paywalls after 25 years?
Source:Stuff
September 18, 2023 20:34 UTC
This is the new generation Flying Fijians team - Raiwalui
This is the new generation Flying Fijians team - RaiwaluiThis is the new generation Flying Fijians team - Raiwalui[Image: Stuff.co.nz]This Flying Fijians team is a different team and the new generation. This was stated by Fiji Water Flying Fijians coach Simon Raiwalui after their historic 22-15 win over the Wallabies in their second Rugby World Cup 2023 pool match yesterday. Meanwhile, Fiji’s win over Australia has been rewarded with a one-place gain in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings putting Fiji up to eighth, one place behind Wales. The Flying Fijians will now turn their focus to their two remaining games and hope to secure two bonus point wins from those games to book a spot in the quarter finals. You can check out all the Rugby World Cup stories, interviews, photos, videos and schedules on our website, fijivillage.
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September 18, 2023 19:07 UTC
The South Today Bulletin: Monday, September 18
Nightly news bulletin from Monday, September 18, 2023. Top stories: Dunedin councillor Jim O'Malley is launching his own electoral bid, taking a stand against cuts to the new hospital build; Ranfurly Fire Station reaches and celebrates a very special milestone, alongside a dedicated volunteer; and Chinese culture is on display in Dunedin, for the traditional Mid Autumn Festival spanning back three thousand years. The South Today features stories from Dunedin, Christchurch, Otago, Southland, and other regions across the South Island. The team covers local people, local issues and puts a local spin on national news.
Source:Otago Daily Times
September 18, 2023 18:31 UTC
Cookers of the world unite
RNZ revealed Ryan Hamilton had voiced support for groups that spread misinformation about fluoridation. RNZ has put multiple interview requests to Ryan Hamilton since the beginning of last week. To top things off Ryan Hamilton is against flouridation, and thinks that poor people drink mostly Raro. The Labour candidate for Hamilton East is Georgie Dansey. Hamilton East deserves better.
Source:New Zealand Herald
September 18, 2023 16:21 UTC
Focus: Homicide investigation after incident on Auckland's North Shore
nzherald.co.nz published this video item, entitled “Focus: Homicide investigation after incident on Auckland’s North Shore | nzherald.co.nz” – below is their description. Manhunt underway after what’s believed to be a stabbing at a bus station in Albany. Full story: https://shorturl.at/bgp16 Subscribe and be notified of breaking news: https://goo.gl/LP45jX Check out our playlists: https://goo.gl/Swd249 Like NZ Herald on Facebook: https://goo.gl/tUC4oq Follow NZ Herald on Instagram: https://goo.gl/oLicXe Follow NZ Herald on Twitter: https://goo.gl/Wi6mbv nzherald.co.nz YouTube ChannelGot a comment? Leave your thoughts in the comments section, below. Please note comments are moderated before publication.
Source:New Zealand Herald
September 18, 2023 13:05 UTC
Labour pledges solar subsidies
The Labour Party is promising up to $4000 per household to encourage the use of solar energy. Half of that would be to help pay for solar panels on rooftops and half would be available to pay for battery storage. “We need to increase renewable electricity generation by 68% by 2050," says Labour leader Chris Hipkins. It says there are just over 53,000 homes in New Zealand with solar panels on their roofs and the number is growing. But SEANZ says people are gradually realising that the return on the upfront cost of installing solar panels is worth it in the long run.
Source:Stuff
September 18, 2023 11:52 UTC
Police issue warrant for accused murderer
Naya Wharekura. PHOTO: NZ POLICEPolice are seeking accused murderer Naya Rapiu Fabian Wharekura who has breached his electronic bail conditions in Ngaruawahia in the Waikato. Wharekura was charged with murder after a double stabbing near the Invercargill District Court in Don St on April 23 last year, which killed Chad Parekura. A police spokesman said police in Waikato were actively seeking Wharekura. The jury trial for Wharekura is due to begin at the High Court in Invercargill on February 12.laine.priestley@odt.co.nz
Source:Otago Daily Times
September 18, 2023 07:38 UTC