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A Trusted Friend in a ComplicatedWorld 6 RD CLASSICS The Ordeal of John Cali Police thought the deaths of his wife and daughter were a mur- der-suicide. He was sure they weren’t. from reader’s digest 1975 20 ADventuRe My (Reluctant) Trip to the Titanic In 2023, a submarine imploded on its way to the famous ocean liner. A year earlier, our writer took the same trip. by mike reiss 30 tRuSteD bRAnDS HowWhittaker’s Became New Zealand’s Most Trusted Brand Discover the story of Whittaker’s, and their work in making more ethical and sustainable chocolate. by kathy buchanan 48 teChnoLogy MAKING FRIENDS WITH AI* Whether you’re already chummy or you’ve been avoiding getting ac- quainted, our guide will help you understand Features how to best use the technology to make your life easier ... and what to watch out for. by sage lazzaro 58 InnovAtIon How AI is Saving Lives AI can find new ways of treating disease - in- cluding the one that nearly killed Joseph Coates . by kate morgan from the new york times 68 tRuSteD bRAnDS We’re now GENERAL. Still New Zealand’s Favourite Air GENERAL New Zealand on their origins as Fujitsu New Zealand, and their history of reliability in New Zealand. by kathy buchanan 108 tRuSteD bRAnDS The Kiwi Coat of Confidence: Why We Trust the Paint from the Garage Resene began from a dusty Eastbourne garage and became a powerhouse of innovation and colour. by sheron white 2026 Trusted Brands Supplement CONTENTS 149 Cover 150 Introduction, Survey Methodology Top 20 Winners 154 Tables 158 Featured Brands 262 Outro 2026 SURVEY RESULTS OUT NOW! 2026 A n n i v e r s a r y n 27 th readersdigest.co.nz 1