New Zealand's economy in recession, hundreds of public sector jobs set to go, and a look at how the cult of 'busyness' has taken over the world.
1 Economy slips into recession after another fall in GDP
The economy has shrunk for two quarters in a row — meaning New Zealand is now in a technical recession. Figures released today show GDP falling 0.1% in the December 2023 quarter.
2 Hundreds of jobs to go at MPI amid drive for savings
Major job cuts loom at the Ministry of Primary Industries after a request from the Government to rein in costs. The agency today began consulting with staff on a proposal to cut 384 positions.
3 Prince Harry's lawyer makes explosive Rupert Murdoch allegations
Lawyer levels new claims that the newspaper publisher was aware of cover-ups at his British tabloids that used unlawful techniques to spy on the Duke of Sussex and others.
4 New Zealand slips from list of world's top 10 'happiest' countries
On average, Aotearoa was the eleventh happiest country but, when the results were filtered to encompass just those aged under 30, New Zealand dropped to 27th place.
5 Attempted schoolgirl abduction by truck driver in West Auckland
Police are appealing for the public's help after a schoolgirl's arm was grabbed by an unknown male, after driving alongside her earlier this week.
ONE COMMON CULT OF BUSYNESS
Streams of chat messages, blocked-out calendars and an endless feedback loop of emails. The Independent's Katie Rosseinsky asks: Why are we all so obsessed with showing just how busy we are at work?
ONE QUIZ QUESTION: IS WATER WET?
Think you know your Kiwi trivia? Pride yourself in keeping up with the news? Test yourself with today's 1News Daily Quiz.
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