As avian influenza moves closer to New Zealand, the Government says its focus is on prevention rather than worst-case planning — but farmers warn a major outbreak could be devastating.

Despite concerns super-rich are leaving due to tax burdens, 88% of those surveyed were proud to live in UK and would pay more to fund public services

Carrier cites engine maintenance delays, rising costs and softer domestic demand; expects second-half earnings in line with or slightly below first half.

A proposed “cash services standard” would require banks to ensure customers can withdraw and deposit cash, and obtain change, without charge and within a reasonable distance of their homes.

Trump has chosen Mel Gibson, Sylvester Stallone and Jon Voight to drive more business to Hollywood, describing it as “a great but very troubled place.”

ALT: a group of men are standing next to each other holding newspapers and laughing .