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Genetic study retraces the origins of coronaviruses in bats

New York Times: Researchers contend that pandemic got its start in wildlife trade.

Hurricanes rocked by Covid-19 outbreak

The Hurricanes had a disrupted bye week with players stuck at home with Covid-19.

'Reckless': Martin Cooper and real estate agency fined for non-compliance

Business under pressure during Covid times and 'significant' sales downturn: Martin Cooper

On The Up: Inside award-winning Te Taumata o Kupe Nuku, Pt Chevalier

The building aims to revitalise mātauranga Māori, particularly legendary navigator Kupe.

Wattle Park developer liquidated: Kiwibank owed $3.6m, Inland Revenue $1.09m

Project completed in January 2022 but developer blames Covid and the downturn for debts.

‘Such big development potential’ - why Queenstown place went for $45.5m

'The price was big because the sale included so much flat land.' - local investor

Five years on from NZ’s first lockdown: How do we prepare for the next pandemic?

Jacinda Ardern announced the lockdown with a call to action against the virus.

‘Sobering reality of the devastating toll’: Enduring images of a global crisis

NYT: Photographers reflect on the pictures, and moments, that have stayed with them.

Covid-19 inquiry hit by top-level resignations

The executive director of the Covid-19 inquiry and two lawyers have quit.

Lack of Covid leave a problem for health professionals, nurse says

Nurses allegedly reluctant to test for Covid and take time off work amid latest influx.

FBI ‘found evidence Covid was lab leak but was not allowed to brief president’

‘I find it surprising White House didn’t ask’, says doctor of microbiology Jason Bannan.

Biden pardoned son while leaving hundreds in limbo

Amid the blowback over Hunter Biden’s pardon, the President announced 1500 commutations.

How Covid-19 can change your gut

NYT: Studies suggest 16% – 40% of Covid patients end up with persistent gastro issues.

Auckland set to record its highest number of graffiti incidents in past five years

Auckland Council is using new methods to fight graffiti because of an uptick in tagging.

'State of shock' - vendors v agent who gave keys to buyer before settlement

Parmar gave keys to the purchaser the day before settlement without the vendors' consent.