Christchurch

New Zealand's capital, Wellington, experienced snowfall for the first time in 15 years, while Dunedin and Christchurch saw snow as an Antarctic cold snap caused freezing conditions. Residents in a southern city skied down the world’s steepest street, delighting in the rare weather event.

Australia has sued Telegram for $38 million, alleging the platform failed to detect pro-terror content related to the Christchurch and Buffalo attacks. The eSafety Commissioner accused Telegram of not addressing the material.

Australia’s online safety watchdog has filed legal action against Telegram for failing to remove extremist content, including videos of white supremacist mass shootings and Islamic State beheadings. The case tests a 2021 law requiring tech platforms to remove illegal material, with Telegram facing potential fines of up to AU$54.6 million. Telegram denies the allegations and claims to have blocked over 150,000 'terrorist-related communities'.

Australia’s online safety watchdog filed legal action against Telegram, alleging it failed to remove extremist content including videos of white supremacist and Islamic State attacks. Telegram denies the claims, stating it blocks over 150,000 terrorist-related communities annually, while the regulator argues the app must take responsibility for harmful material in its channels.

Australia’s online safety watchdog has filed legal action against Telegram, alleging the platform failed to remove extremist content including videos of white supremacist mass shootings in Buffalo and Christchurch, as well as Islamic State beheadings. Telegram denies the claims, stating it has blocked over 150,000 'terrorist-related communities' this year.

Residents in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole are encouraged to participate in a nationwide butterfly count. The area is noted for its important butterfly sites, according to local authorities.

The article highlights 15 cities, including Lisbon and Christchurch, that were destroyed by disasters like earthquakes and fires, and how their reconstructions influenced global architecture, urban planning, and policy. The focus is on the transformative impact of rebuilding efforts.

A critically endangered New Zealand parakeet, the kakariki karaka, has seen its population surge due to a breeding pair, Nacho and Trixie, who produced 55 chicks since 2024, contributing over 10% of the species' total population. The pair, housed at the Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust in Christchurch, hatched 33 chicks this year alone.

Investigators are examining a 75-page manifesto left by suspects in the San Diego mosque shooting, which contains extremist material against minorities and praises the Christchurch massacre shooter. The documents were found in the suspects' vehicle. NBC News has reviewed the details of the documents.

Brenton Tarrant, the white supremacist responsible for the Christchurch mass shooting, failed in his appeal to overturn his conviction. A New Zealand court ruled his appeal 'utterly devoid of merit', upholding the original verdict.

Brenton Tarrant, the white supremacist convicted for the 2019 Christchurch mass shooting, failed in his appeal to overturn the conviction. A New Zealand court described his legal bid as 'utterly devoid of merit,' upholding the original ruling.

Brenton Tarrant, the Australian white supremacist who killed 51 Muslims in the 2019 Christchurch mosque shootings, failed to appeal his guilty pleas. New Zealand's high court dismissed his claim that poor mental health and harsh prison conditions forced his admissions, calling the bid 'utterly devoid of merit'.