Musk's feud with Trump escalates, MetService forecasts a cold weekend, and a new head coach is named for the Black Caps.
1 The implosion of a political alliance: Trump and Musk in their own words
Last Friday, US President Donald Trump heaped praise on Elon Musk as the tech billionaire prepared to leave his unorthodox White House job.
Less than a week later, their potent political alliance met a dramatic end when the men attacked each other with blistering epithets. Trump threatened to go after Musk's business interests. Musk called for Trump's impeachment.
2 'Run it' goes underground: Backyard version of tackle game live streamed
After having its event at Barfoot & Thompson Stadium in Kohimarama cancelled last month, Up the Guts NZ decided to go ahead in a nondescript backyard, believed to be in Auckland, and livestream it over social media.
Only a week ago, 19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite died after he received a serious head injury while playing a game based on the dangerous trend with friends in Palmerston North.
3 'A shock to the system': MetService forecasts cold weekend
Heavy snow warnings and watches have been issued through to Saturday, as well as heavy swell warnings and road snowfall warnings, particularly for the South Island passes.
Disruptions have already begun with "very rough" sea conditions forcing the cancellation of Cook Strait ferry sailings this weekend.
4 SkyCity sues Fletchers for $330m over convention centre delays
Intended to open in 2020, the project was delayed after a devastating fire hit the construction site the year before the opening date.
In a statement this morning, SkyCity said it had incurred losses due to the delays, including as a result of the fire.
Fletcher Building said it would "vigorously defend itself" against the claim.
5 New Black Caps head coach named
Rob Walter, 49, who replaces Gary Stead, said he was "honoured and excited" to be given the responsibility to carry on the work of his predecessor.
"I just can’t wait to get started. It’s exciting, it’s challenging, and the opportunity is enormous for everyone."
Scotty Stevenson writes about what Walter's appointment means for the next era of New Zealand men's cricket.
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