Police in Auckland are asking for public assistance in finding a missing non-verbal autistic man. The 21-year-old was last seen on Thursday evening, and police have since launched a search for him. Authorities have asked anyone with information about the man’s whereabouts to come forward.
Meanwhile, a section of Southern Motorway in Auckland has been closed following a truck accident that happened earlier today. The collision caused the truck to collide with an overbridge in the area, leading to its closure. Motorists have been advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
In another development, two Hamilton men have been accused of taking advantage of Afghan evacuees who are fleeing the Taliban. Authorities say that the two men have been charging the refugees for accommodation and transportation, leading to a public outcry. The situation has highlighted the difficulties faced by Afghan refugees as they try to flee their war-torn country.
The search for the Titanic wreck’s missing passengers has restarted, with rescuers racing against time to find the remains. The mission is being spearheaded by OceanGate Expeditions, a Seattle-based company that specializes in deep-ocean exploration. The team is using advanced technology to locate and map the wreckage as they work to uncover new information about the century-old disaster.
In other news, England cricket captain Ben Stokes is lamenting his team’s loss to Australia in the first Ashes test at Edgbaston. Stokes, who scored a century in the game, said that they let the match slip away after being in control for much of it. Australia’s Pat Cummins was the hero on the day, leading his side to a thrilling victory with a stunning run chase.
Finally, New Zealand’s median weekly rent has reached a new high of $610 a week. The figure is up from $550 in 2020, reflecting a growing demand for housing in the country. The increase has been attributed to a shortage of rental properties, coupled with rising house prices.
