Du'Plessis Kirifi's decision to turn done an offer from Japan has been vindicated.

The Hurricanes flanker is one of five new caps in the All Blacks squad to face France.

He's also one of only five loose forwards in the 33 names read out today - with coach Scott Robertson opting to maximise game time of those selected.

Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith explains further.

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Du'Plessis Kirifi's decision to turn done an offer from Japan has been vindicated.
The Hurricanes flanker is one of five new caps in the All Blacks squad to face France.
He's also one of only five loose forwards in the 33 names read out today - with coach Scott Robertson opting to maximise game time of those selected.
Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith explains further.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB sport commentator on Du'Plessis Kirifi making All Blacks debut

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Later this week, a court verdict will be determine whether nationalist frontrunner Marine Le Pen can stand in next year's presidential election. 

Recent opinion polls indicate the leader of the National Rally is well-positioned to become France's next head of state.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says if the appeal follows the original verdict, Le Pen will be declared ineligible for public office.

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Later this week, a court verdict will be determine whether nationalist frontrunner Marine Le Pen can stand in next year's presidential election.&nbsp;
Recent opinion polls indicate the leader of the National Rally is well-positioned to become France's next head of state.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says if the appeal follows the original verdict, Le Pen will be declared ineligible for public office.
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the upcoming court ruling on Marine Le Pen

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It's been a turbulent time for AI-based investments.

The AI capital expenditure-leveraged Korean and Japanese share markets have recovered from last week's drop, but experts say things are still 'volatile'.

Shane Solly from Harbour Asset Management explained further.

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It's been a turbulent time for AI-based investments.
The AI capital expenditure-leveraged Korean and Japanese share markets have recovered from last week's drop, but experts say things are still 'volatile'.
Shane Solly from Harbour Asset Management explained further.
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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the 'volatile' state of AI-based investments

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The Sleep Store is celebrating 20 years of helping families find the right products for their kids.

The brand has gone from a kitchen table start-up to filling more than 150,000 orders per year.

Co-founder and director Louise Tanguay says it's 'wild' to look back at how much the brand has grown.

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The Sleep Store is celebrating 20 years of helping families find the right products for their kids.
The brand has gone from a kitchen table start-up to filling more than 150,000 orders per year.
Co-founder and director Louise Tanguay says it's 'wild' to look back at how much the brand has grown.
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Louise Tanguay: Sleep Store co-founder and director on the company turning 20

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB sport commentator on Du'Plessis Kirifi making All Blacks debut

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