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Title: Apple Removes Night Mode from iPhone 17 Pro Camera

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor December 5, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Apple removes Night Mode from iPhone 17 Pro⁣ Portrait⁢ Feature

Cupertino,‍ CA – Apple has removed the ⁣Night mode ‍function from the Portrait mode on its⁤ newest‌ iPhone ⁢17 Pro and 17 Pro Max,⁣ a change confirmed ⁣on ‍the company’s official ⁣support page. The feature, previously available for creating photos with a bokeh effect in low-light conditions, is now absent from the latest ⁣flagship devices.

The removal impacts users ‍who ‍frequently utilize Portrait mode⁣ in dimly lit environments, diminishing their ability to capture subjects with sharp focus and blurred ⁣backgrounds. While Night mode remains ‍available on⁣ the⁣ iPhone 17 ‍Pro for standard photos, selfies,⁣ and time-lapse videos, its absence in Portrait mode has sparked concern and user⁣ complaints.

Apple’s ‌support documentation details compatibility, listing the iPhone 12 Pro and 12 ⁣Pro Max through‌ the iPhone ⁤16 Pro and 16 Pro max as supporting Night mode within Portrait photography.

Reports surfaced last month on reddit, with some users, including⁤ The Verge reporter Tom Warren, initially believing the change to be a software bug. As of Friday, December 5,‍ 2025,⁢ Apple has not issued a statement explaining the ⁣decision, ⁤leaving users uncertain whether ⁤the removal is permanent, a technical⁤ limitation, or a feature slated for future⁤ software update‌ inclusion.

The change represents a step backward for iPhone 17⁢ Pro users who relied on the artistic aesthetic ⁣of ‌low-light Portrait ⁣mode, now ‌exclusive to iPhone 16 Pro models and earlier. Users can ⁣still utilize ⁢Night mode in standard photo mode, but will lose the specific ⁤effect previously available in Portrait.

December 5, 2025 0 comments

Business

Title: Gloriavale Concerns Mount as Government Response Under Scrutiny

by Priya Shah – Business Editor November 28, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Lawyer ⁢Accuses Government of ‌’Double Standards’ in Tom Phillips Inquiry

WELLINGTON, ⁣New‍ Zealand – prominent lawyer⁢ Dennis Gates has publicly ‍accused the Government of applying “double standards” in its handling of ‌the inquiry into allegations ‍of abuse at Gloriavale, specifically concerning the ⁢case of Tom Phillips. Gates, representing former Gloriavale members, claims the level of scrutiny and resources dedicated to Phillips’ case contrasts sharply with the approach taken regarding broader allegations ⁢of systemic abuse within the ⁤isolated community.

The criticism stems from ⁣the Government’s decision to launch a separate, independent⁤ inquiry focused solely on the circumstances surrounding Phillips’ departure from Gloriavale and subsequent attempts to reintegrate, while a wider investigation into historical allegations of abuse – including claims of child suffocation⁤ – continues through ⁤police and Oranga Tamariki.Gates argues this prioritisation suggests a disproportionate concern for Phillips, a high-profile ⁢figure who publicly‍ shared his story, over the experiences of⁣ numerous other alleged victims. “It feels like there’s one‌ rule for‍ Tom and another for everyone else who suffered within Gloriavale,” Gates stated.

The inquiry into Phillips’ case, announced‍ earlier this‍ month, will ‌be led ‍by independent investigator David Jones⁤ QC. It will examine the⁤ actions of Oranga Tamariki and other government ‌agencies in relation to Phillips’ ‌welfare and⁢ reintegration ‍efforts.

This development follows a New Zealand Herald investigation revealing police and Oranga Tamariki quietly launched a⁢ mass allegation investigation into ⁣the suffocation of babies and children at Gloriavale at the end of ⁣last year. More than 100 interviews were conducted, resulting in two formal police warnings.Police and OT also provided⁢ “suggested parenting techniques” to Gloriavale adults. This investigation ‍was triggered⁤ by evidence presented at the ⁢Royal Commission.

Prior to the recent investigation, police and OT conducted a similar inquiry in 2017, offering parenting ⁤tips to Gloriavale leaders but ⁤concluding without formal‌ warnings or‍ enforcement action.

The current situation highlights ongoing concerns about the ‌welfare of Gloriavale’s young people, with Minister for Children Karen Upston stating that their safety and ability to ⁤thrive ⁤is the “number one priority.” Upston has announced plans to visit ⁤the‍ community‍ “as early as possible” next year.

November 28, 2025 0 comments

News

Dhakiyarr Wirrpanda’s family in calls for fresh probe into mystery disappearance

by Emma Walker – News Editor September 27, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Family of Man Who Vanished in NT ⁤Harbour Renew Calls for ⁣Investigation

Darwin, NT – The family of Dhakiyarr Wirrpanda, who disappeared in Darwin ⁢Harbour in 1994 after being taken on a boat ride by police, are renewing⁢ calls for a fresh investigation into the ⁣circumstances surrounding his death. The family believes crucial questions remain unanswered about the events leading up to his disappearance and‌ are seeking greater clarity from⁤ authorities.

For ‌nearly ⁢three decades,the Wirrpanda family has sought answers regarding the death ⁣of their 28-year-old relative. Dhakiyarr was taken out on ⁤the⁢ harbour by police⁣ officers following an⁤ arrest,and according to accounts,fell ⁣overboard.His body was not recovered for several weeks,⁣ and the family has long held concerns about the handling of ‌the case, ⁢including‍ allegations that officers “showed him, as you do,” – a statement⁤ made by former officer ⁢Chatto during a recent interview. This renewed push for investigation ⁤comes as the family proposes the establishment of a reconciliation‍ center named‍ in DhakiyarrS honor,⁤ aiming to foster healing and address historical injustices.

Former police officer Chatto, speaking‍ to the ABC, acknowledged the incident, stating, ”Well, yeah, that’s⁢ right. I, I guess it, if it happened now, [there would] be a, a massive investigation.” Judge Armitage,who was present at‍ the time,has not responded ‍to requests for ‍comment.

The ⁢NT government has stated it will consider the family’s proposal for a reconciliation centre and refer it to the relevant department for review. The family hopes a renewed investigation will ⁢provide clarity and closure, and⁢ that ‍the proposed centre will serve as a lasting tribute to Dhakiyarr and a step towards reconciliation.

Reporting: Jason Walls
Photography: pete Garnish
Digital production: ⁣ Jason Walls
Editing: Alicia Perera

September 27, 2025 0 comments

Technology

Cherbourg Girl Found Safe After Disappearance

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor September 25, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Missing Cherbourg⁢ girl, 9, Found Safe After Two-Day ‌Search

CHERBOURG-EN-COTENTIN, FRANCE – nine-year-old Maria Kitoko, who went missing in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin on the night of September 20th, has been found safe adn healthy, police confirmed Tuesday, September 23rd. The discovery ends a tense two-day search ⁢that⁢ mobilized both the family and ⁣the local community.

National Manche police announced the positive development via their Facebook page, bringing relief to‌ those concerned about the young girl’s welfare.While details surrounding her disappearance remain unclear, authorities are currently investigating the incident as a case⁢ of running away, according to Cherbourg public prosecutor Pierre-Yves Marot.

“At this stage, the situation is qualified as a fugue,”‌ Marot stated, indicating an⁢ ongoing⁣ legal⁣ proceeding to determine the full circumstances.

Maria’s disappearance deeply affected her family and the local Congolese community, who promptly rallied to⁢ support the search efforts. The case‌ garnered significant attention locally, and the news of her safe return has been widely welcomed. Further updates will be provided as the examination progresses.

September 25, 2025 0 comments

Entertainment

Marion Wagon Disappearance: Documentary Sparks Controversy

by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor September 13, 2025

written by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor

Casting Call for‍ Marion Wagon Documentary sparks Outrage From Parents

Agen, France ⁣-‌ A planned documentary about the⁢ 1996‌ disappearance of ‌eight-year-old Marion Wagon has ignited a firestorm of‍ protest from the girl’s parents, who learned of a casting call seeking actors⁤ to portray ⁣their daughter ⁢at various ages. The ‌production, slated for broadcast on France 3‌ in November ⁣2026-the 30th anniversary of Marion’s vanishing-has⁣ been condemned by the⁤ family’s ⁢legal counsel as⁢ a painful adn unwelcome reopening of old wounds.

The controversy centers on‍ a casting notice issued by ⁢the‍ Mediterranean Audiovisual Development Agency, seeking individuals to embody Marion Wagon as‍ a child and young adult. News of the casting call reached Marion’s ‌parents, who immediately ‌voiced their⁢ strong opposition to the project. ”Twenty-eight years ⁣later,⁣ we‌ are ⁢talking about a missing little girl. For‌ parents, it is indeed a wound that does not ⁤heal. tears were not going on,” stated Maître Georges Catala, the ⁢family’s lawyer, to South West. ⁤The parents have explicitly stated they “do not want⁢ the project to be done,” though they acknowledge ⁣limited recourse if the production proceeds as a journalistic endeavor.

Thierry Fournet, of the Mediterranean Audiovisual Development Agency, maintains ⁢the production company attempted ⁢to notify the parents via their lawyer in September. He defended the project, citing previous prosperous documentaries ‌focusing ⁤on missing persons cases, including one concerning the ‌Yonne disappearances, where families reportedly responded⁢ positively. Fournet admitted, ⁣though, ‌that he may have underestimated the sensitivity‌ of⁤ the case ⁣within ⁢the Agen community, emphasizing that‌ the⁣ intent is “not to reopen wounds.”

The⁣ documentary aims to feature‌ interviews with loved ones and ⁢the lead investigator on the original case, with plans to involve Maître Catala. However,⁢ the lawyer claims he‍ has no recollection of being contacted regarding the project. Filming is currently scheduled to begin November 5th in Agen. The case remains open, and the documentary’s ‌potential impact on the ongoing investigation and the Wagon family’s enduring grief remains a important ‌concern.

September 13, 2025 0 comments

News

Madeleine McCann: New Evidence & German Woman Investigation

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com September 9, 2025

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Woman at Center of Madeleine McCann Hit-and-Run Theory Questions Police Search Tactics

Praia da Luz, Portugal – A woman identified as a person of interest in the 2007 disappearance of Madeleine McCann has recounted a frustrating experience with Portuguese police, questioning the scope of their examination. The case, wich continues to draw international attention 18 years later, recently resurfaced with renewed focus on a theory that McCann, then three years old, may have been struck by a vehicle.British and German police began investigating the woman in 2018, exploring the possibility a driver fled the scene after an accidental collision. In a recent interview with Sky News, the woman, who worked at a restaurant near the Ocean club resort where the McCann family was staying, stated she was working on the night of the disappearance and learned of the event upon returning home around 10:30 PM. Her partner, a chef at the Ocean Club, had served dinner to the McCanns and their friends that evening.

the woman firmly denied any involvement in the disappearance, stating, “I don’t even know if there was a car accident, as I was working.” She also refuted claims she had access to a vehicle on the night in question, asking, “Do you think I ran about it? I didn’t even have a car at that time.”

She described being subjected to multiple searches of her apartment by Portuguese authorities, along with other residences in the area. During a second search,police requested she empty her freezer,a demand she found especially offensive.

“Do you think I cut it into pieces and I’m going to eat it for dinner?” she reportedly retorted to an officer at the time, expressing her outrage at the implication.

September 9, 2025 0 comments

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