Operation Samson is investigating people and entities connected to the New Zealand chapter of the group.
Analysts say revelations of the church's ties could lead people to examine how the ruling party's conservative worldviews steered the policies of modern Japan.
Ireland finished agonisingly short despite scoring its highest ODI total, 359-9.
Now that stormy weather events are becoming more common, a New Zealand study has labelled thunderstorm asthma a growing threat to public health.
There are 761 people in hospital with the virus.
No one was injured in the Glenfield Mall incident.
Former world champion Mads Pedersen attacked from the start, then delivered in style on the finish line to claim his first stage win at the Tour de France on Saturday.
It comes weeks after a controversial decision by the US Supreme Court to overturn the Roe v Wade abortion ruling.
Eddie Osei-Nketia set the record in the men's 100m during his heat at the World Championships, beating his dad's old time set way back in 1994.
Three fire trucks were called to the blaze on Fenton Street around 4:30pm.
One family member entered the court with someone supporting her on each arm, shaking and in tears.
New data from the US weather service shows the likelihood the La Niña weather system will linger for a third year has increased to 66 percent.
The women's Football World Cup next year rules out venues from June to August next year, meaning the 35-year-old hooker will likely only get one last time in black at his home ground.
One experienced camper says the getaways with Camp Quality are the highlight of her year.
Amy Satterthwaite is helping out at Canterbury Cricket’s coaching clinic for the next generation of female cricketers and senses it could be something she pursues further.
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Join 1News for live updates of tonight's series-deciding match between the All Blacks and Ireland in Wellington.
All Blacks leave their fightback too late against an Ireland side who have made history by displaying greater composure and attacking flair.
Motorists are warned that driving could be hazardous, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.
