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Scoop
2 days ago
- Scoop
Changes To ANZSOC Standard
In an effort to simplify and provide a number of enhancements to the way offence data is presented, New Zealand Police, Statistics New Zealand and the wider Justice sector are implementing the revised Australian and New Zealand Standard Offence Classification (ANZSOC) 2023. This is the first significant review and revision of ANZSOC since its adoption in New Zealand in 2011. From 31 July 2025 the ANZSOC classification will: See some offences renamed to use language that is easier for our community to understand. More offences will now be visible and included in our published data with details about types of assaults, sexual assaults, and burglary. Statistics will be republished back to July 2014 to allow for comparisons and trend analysis using the updated classification. The updated standard ensures that ANZSOC is still fit for purpose – both for Police's changing operational needs, and to improve transparency and visibility of offence data outside of Police. "The ANZSOC revisions are a positive development. They have been made to provide more detailed groupings of offences, with the aim of improving the transparency and understanding of offence-related data in New Zealand," says Assistant Commissioner Tusha Penny The move to the revised ANZSOC standard enables a common independent classification for offences and will refine statistics relating to crime by providing comprehensive break downs of different types of offending and by using simpler descriptions. Assistant Commissioner Penny highlighted one of the key differences is the revision of the category names to use uncomplicated language that is easier for Police staff and our community to understand. Examples of where changes will occur include, Acts Intended to Cause Injury will be now named Assault, while Unlawful Entry with Intent/Burglary/Break and Enter changes to become Burglary. The new classification offers greater granularity, there are more detailed break downs of burglary and assault and more offences are now visible and included in our published data. "Police's currently available suite of statistics will be republished back to July 2014 to allow for uninterrupted comparisons and trend analysis using the updated ANZSOC 2023 standard," says Assistant Commissioner Penny. The revised ANZSOC 2023 standard was formally adopted on 1 July 2025 and will initiate a period of transition to ANZSOC 2023 in statistical data being released across the sector in the coming months. Background information What is ANZSOC? The Australian and New Zealand Standard Offence Classification (ANZSOC) is a statistical framework that provides a common independent classification system for offences across the Justice Sector in New Zealand and Australia. The classification is shared with the Australian Police services and Justice sector, enabling enhanced comparability of offence and related statistics between agencies and jurisdictions. The ANZSOC classification system will also continue to be used across the Justice Sector agencies in New Zealand, and some other agencies such as Oranga Tamariki. Offence data can be found at is external), and more details about the ANZSOC standard at Australian and New Zealand Standard Offence Classification (ANZSOC), 2023(link is external).
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Inside Sitara Ghattamaneni's Glam 13th Birthday bash in Sri Lanka – Namrata Shirodkar shares adorable pics!
Picture Credit: Instagram Superstar Mahesh Babu and former actor-model Namrata Shirodkar 's daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni memorably celebrated her 13th birthday and celebrated her 13th birthday, as she flew with her close friends and family to the scenic shores of Sri Lanka for a joy-filled birthday vacation. Sitara shares pictures of her Island getaway Sitara and Namrata, on their social media handles, posted several happy pictures. Sitara has her own following now and posted a carousel of images she captured during the trip with the caption "sri lanka through yanas camera." The pictures give fans a glimpse of the fun they had celebrating, goofing around with friends, snacking on local Sri Lankan food, relaxing on the beach and in the pool with her older brother Gautam Ghattamaneni, to even playing rounds of Uno at the dinner table. One of the cutest moments is her cutting her birthday cake while smiling and everyone's chanting her name. . Namrata captures family fun Namrata also treated her followers to several inside moments from the vacation. Captioning her post as "Srilanka 2025," she shared lovely pictures of Sitara blowing out her birthday candles while making a wish, stunning views from their beachside stay, and frames featuring Namrata, Sitara, and their friends enjoying the good vibes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn More - How Donating Sperm May Support Your Income SpellRock Undo One picture captures Mahesh Babu looking relaxed and radiant, happily posing alongside Namrata, Sitara, Gautam, and their friends as they take a selfie. Sitara's growing presence in the spotlight Like her parents, she is expected to make her career in the entertainment world. She made her on-screen debut through a dance performance in the song 'Penny' from the Telugu film 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata' and also has experience in voice acting, having lent her voice to the Telugu version of 'Frozen 2'. She has also made her debut as a model for a jewellery brand and appeared in a few ads alongside her father. On the work front, Mahesh Babu was last seen in 'Guntur Kaaram', directed by Trivikram Srinivas. He is currently preparing for his highly anticipated collaboration with filmmaker SS Rajamouli for 'SSMB 29', which also stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Newsroom
3 days ago
- Business
- Newsroom
Legal fight over when a dog is a trademark – it's just barking
Nightwear company Peter Alexander has blocked an Italian clothing label from trademarking a sausage dog featured in its prospective New Zealand branding, claiming it is too similar to its own dachshund mascot 'Penny'. Daniele Ondeggia, the head of Italian casual clothing label Harmont & Blaine, applied to New Zealand's intellectual property office to trademark its logo featuring a dachshund named 'Blaine' in 2022. Harmont & Blaine is based in Naples and has stores throughout Europe and in North America.
Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Everyone Said She'd Never Find a Cat That Likes Being Held—They Were Wrong
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A woman who was told she'd never find a cuddly cat proved everyone wrong after sharing a video of her girl cat's morning routine that has melted hearts among social media users. The heartwarming clip shared on Instagram in July under the username @gabmarygrasso, shows the poster, 27-year-old Gabrielle Grasso, asking her tabby cat, Penny: "Do you want cuddles?" The 6-year-old kitty answers with a long, heartfelt meow, before climbing onto the windowsill and then leaping in her arms, embracing her in a warm hug with her little paws. "You'll never find a cat that likes being held. It's just not in their nature.' Well, anyway... this is my and my girl cat's morning routine," reads layover text in the clip. "A real life convo!" the caption says. Grasso told Newsweek: "People often think cats are aloof and indifferent pets but that couldn't be further from the truth. "Cats express their love for people in complex ways. Penny happens to express hers through the constant desire to be held and cuddled! She is extremely affectionate and would let me hold her all day if it were possible!" Cats are known for being solitary and independent, but this doesn't mean they can't be loving and sweet with the people they are bonded to. Some cat owners even describe their cats as being incredibly clingy and never leaving them alone. But why are some cats more open to humans than others? Kittens raised with a friendly father grow up to be cats that are friendlier toward people compared to those with a non-friendly father, according to PetMD. However, this is only the case when they are also socialized. Single cats may also seek more love and attention from their humans because they have nobody else to interact with. Cats can show affection in many different ways. The most obvious is their body language, they will arch against your hands or rub against your legs; they will also meow, purr, or trill; they may place their front paws on you to ask for attention. Other typical signs of cat's affection include following you around the house; sitting next to you on the couch; sleeping next to (or on top of) you at night; and headbutting you. Screenshots of the viral video show the poster's cat, Penny, asking to be picked up or cuddles. Screenshots of the viral video show the poster's cat, Penny, asking to be picked up or cuddles. @gabmarygrasso The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received over 817,000 views and 112,335 likes. One user, commented: "I honestly don't understand people that say cats aren't affectionate. My cat will start meowing in the middle of the night , just to get me to come out of my room and give her a cuddle. This cat also thinks laying on top of my chest and pushing her fur in my face is the bestest thing in the world." Kitotterkat added: "Whoever said that hasn't met many cats, mine is like velcro and the only time he doesn't meow is when he's being held." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
The Citizen
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Edenvale ballerina Chiara Szabó wins gold at SA ballet competition
Chiara Szabó (16) from Edenvale began her ballet journey at the age of four and hasn't looked back. A dedicated dancer, she has competed in the South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) in Cape Town for the past three years, earning a silver medal in 2023 and a gold medal in 2024, along with two scholarship awards. She will compete again from July 28 to 31. 'I had it in my head from a very young age that I wanted to be a ballerina. 'My mom told me I had to wait until I turned four to start lessons, and on the morning of my fourth birthday, I marched into their bedroom and demanded ballet classes,' Chiara said. ALSO READ: The pros and cons of ballet classes for little girls She trained for most of her childhood at Molfessis Studio of Dance under Penny Molfessis, who inspired her deep love for ballet. 'I am lucky to have grown up in such a nurturing ballet environment, as ballet can often be overly competitive, even toxic in some situations. 'For the first few years of my ballet training, I did not compete in any large competitions, and I feel that this helped me to realise early on that there is much more to ballet than simply winning medals and prizes.' 'I grew to love the stage at an early age, as I did not associate it with competition, but with performance. 'Dancing to bring the audience joy rather than to win a gold medal. That's a pearl of wisdom Penny taught me that I will carry forever.' Chiara's passion for the stage blossomed early. At ten, she performed in Giselle with Joburg Ballet. 'It was my first taste of life in a ballet company. I even tried to learn the entire ballet in case an extra dancer was needed. I was very ambitious. This was one of the most special moments of my childhood. It was from that point on that I knew I wanted to join a ballet company someday,' she said. After Penny emigrated to London post-pandemic, Chiara moved to Carstens-Ireland Ballet School (CIBS) in Bedfordview, where she now trains under Natasha Ireland, Sandra Carstens, Anya Carstens, and Angela Revie. 'From 2022, I started training seriously, focusing on strength and technique.' ALSO READ: Should your little girl do ballet? In 2023, she won the prestigious Val Whyte Bursary, which opened the door to the Joburg Ballet Academy, the company's pre-professional programme. She performed in Romeo and Juliet at just 14, en pointe alongside company members. 'It was intimidating but unforgettable. That opportunity solidified my dream to dance professionally.' She has since performed in Don Quixote, The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Mario Gaglione, where she was cast in the solo role of the 'Oompa Prima'. Currently, Chiara trains six days a week for at least four hours a day, and more during competition season, covering ballet technique, contemporary, and Spanish dance. 'Balancing school with ballet is tough, but my academics are also a priority,' said the Assumption Convent School learner, who praised her school for being incredibly supportive. Discipline and resilience are key. 'I'm very self-motivated, which can be a double-edged sword. I've had to learn it's okay not to be perfect. Some days are better than others, and it's important to listen to your body and rest when needed.' She added, 'I'm grateful for my ballet friends and supportive family. They help me through tough days. My biggest challenge is my mindset; I tend to overthink and get stuck in negative thoughts. I'm learning to stay optimistic yet realistic.' Chiara credits the Bedfordview community and CIBS for being instrumental in her journey. 'The encouragement from my teachers, classmates, and school has made it possible for me to chase both academic and ballet goals.' ALSO READ: Watch this new contemporary dance combo of Hip-Hop and Ballet Her aspirations include joining a professional company overseas, ideally the Royal Ballet. 'I recently achieved a High Distinction in my RAD Advanced 2 exam, qualifying me for the Fonteyn Competition next year. 'I also received a sponsorship to visit the Royal Ballet in London through the Dance Narrative Grande Nationale competition.' Outside of ballet, Chiara has a strong interest in mathematics and computer science and hopes to study at university while dancing professionally. To young dancers with dreams of going pro, she said, 'Always remember why you dance – to share joy with your audience. Don't get caught up in competition. Ballet is an art form, not a sport. Technique matters, but it's your love for the art that will carry you through.'
