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Convicted of murdering Swedish tourists31 Mar

Convicted of murdering Swedish tourists - now the verdict is overturned

In 1990, a man in New Zealand was convicted of murdering two Swedish tourists. Now, the verdict is being overturned by the country's highest court.

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Suspected thief pooped on Fabergé5 Dec

Suspected thief pooped on Fabergé jewelry

A New Zealand man is accused of stealing a very expensive pendant – by swallowing it. It took six days, but the jewelry is now in police custody.

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Preparing for tears: “Has been1 Dec

Preparing for tears: “Has been my life”

She has thrown herself into both police cars and Christmas trees. But now the national football team's chief scout is saying goodbye. Midfielder Linda Sembrant is ready for her last international match. This has been my whole life, she says.

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"Excellent location" as Swede takes30 Nov

"Excellent location" as Swede takes the helm in New Zealand

Swedish Anna Breman will take over the helm of the New Zealand Reserve Bank on December 1. According to her representative Christian Hawkesby, she takes over at an “excellent position”.

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New Zealand Central Bank Cuts8 Oct

New Zealand Central Bank Cuts Interest Rate Further Reductions Expected

New Zealand's central bank surprises by cutting the interest rate by 0.50 percentage points to 2.5 percent.

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