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On Monday, Tom Phillips, who had been on the run since December 2021 with his three children, was shot dead by police in Waikato, New Zealand, after a robbery and shootout. His children, aged 9, 10, and 12, were found safe at a remote campsite. Authorities are investigating how Phillips evaded capture for nearly four years and whether he had accomplices.
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During a July visit to New Zealand, Kash Patel, a senior US government official, presented inoperable 3D-printed replica pistols to three top security officials. The gifts, which could have been made operable, were destroyed following advice from New Zealand authorities to ensure compliance with gun laws. The incident highlights New Zealand's strict firearm regulations post-Christchurch attack.
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A man in Auckland is accused of swallowing a limited-edition Fabergé octopus pendant inspired by James Bond after allegedly stealing it from Partridge Jewelers. The pendant was recovered from his gastrointestinal tract without medical intervention. Meanwhile, the historic Winter Egg sold for a record NZ$33 million at auction, highlighting the enduring value of Fabergé's craftsmanship.