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‘We do not take for granted’: Ben Stiller on marriage
The actor says he is 'so grateful' he and his wife are back together.
US man hooks possible record 250kg tuna near Great Barrier on his third-ever fishing trip
The beginner angler fought a marathon 8.5-hour battle and also missed Christmas lunch.
US grounds SpaceX’s Starship after fiery mid-air explosion
Starship is the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built.
In its second season, Severance refines what the first did best
The second season of Severance debuted on Friday on Apple TV Plus.
The next phase of the true-crime boom? Themed tours
True-crime tourists are willing to shell out to see the sites of serial killer trails.
"It's like rugby on wheels": Bay athletes selected for Team NZ Roller Derby World Cup
Athletes from Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatāne have been named in Team NZ Roller Derby
No worries, be happy: Living on island time in Rarotonga
'In the Cook Islands, there's nothing to do but relax and smile.'
'Determination and doggedness': What it really takes to find the drugs being smuggled into NZ
It's not every day that Customs finds 725kg of concealed cocaine... but it does happen.
The 'heartland for Māori culture and enterprise' to celebrate Māori business
Applications and nominations for the 2025 awards are open until February 14.
How ADHD shaped the rise and fall of a 2010s web pioneer
Why ADHD drives Unilad and LADBible founder Alex Partridge's creativity and struggles.
The curious case of missing Michelle Obama
Former first lady will not go to Trump’s inauguration and skipped Jimmy Carter’s funeral.
SailGP Auckland: Can Black Foils make hot start at home?
Follow the action from the opening day of SailGP’s Auckland debut.
Tauranga-based e-motorcycle maker Ubco tipped into receivership, ex-boss fires shots
All staff terminated as bad year for tech continues.
Inauguration Day, Trump-style: What will happen?
Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President on January 20.
'We dug up graves': Kiwi lawyer on the cases that will always stay with him
Satchie Govender: 'They were having a barbecue while she was digging her own grave'.
The call that led Kiwi to join Jimmy Spithill’s SailGP team
'The pitch was, basically, just come down, hang out, give it a go.'
‘Quite unusual’: Woman’s extravagant lengths to get free rent
After being arrested, Christine Scott carried out more offending.
It’s hard to love Auckland after a holiday - Kim Knight
OPINION: The problem with taking a break from the city is, eventually, you come back.
Fishers urged to stop lighting fires in Auckland parks
Significant vegetation, planting areas have been lost at two regional parks due to fire.
Review: Back in Action puts Cameron Diaz back in the game
Welcome back. Now, go find a better script.
Five arrests over $1m damage, theft in the Kinleith Forests
Several gates across the forests had been cut open to allow alleged offenders access.
Trump's big event moved indoors due to freezing weather
Washington is forecast to be well below freezing on the day of the inauguration.
'Pretty special': Kiwi teen shines in elite racing field debut
Scoular praised the strong field, which includes Red Bull and Supercars drivers.
'Help me': Ranger describes agonising search for missing tramper
With the weather deteriorating, DoC rangers had to pause their search until first light.
Groundbreaking brain implant in Kiwi child creates another world first
New trial by medtech start-up gives hope to people living with a time bomb in their head.
‘It’s everywhere’: Influencers push back at $20,000 offer to promote online gambling
'We are counteracting that and saying to our people there is another way.'
Large fire at former Centrepoint commune overnight
The commune - which was led by convicted sex offender Bert Potter - had a dark history.
US Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban-or-sale law set to start Sunday
US ban will go ahead if Chinese owner fails to sell the app. Elon Musk could be a buyer.
Fit for a king? What it's really like at a hotel that hosted King Charles
We check out the unbelievably stunning Samoa spot.
Boots, beers, and ballads: Luke Combs' unforgettable Auckland gig
Review: A shoey, an unreleased song, and heartfelt messages made a musical masterclass.
Kiwi eagles 18th hole in blistering round to surge up Dubai leaderboard
Dan Hillier sits in second, Fox part of chasing pack.
Waiheke villa looking for $20m-plus as American buyers circle
“We don’t know if it’s the elections, or the fires, but we’ve had a spike in interest."
Aussie Open: Djokovic sends warning, Osaka bows out
All the action from day six in Melbourne.
Suzanne Paul on escaping poverty: ‘I made up my mind...I’m not having this life’
TV star and infomercial icon on why she is happy to let money motivate her
Cold brew, hot summer: How to make the perfect iced coffee at home
Beat the heat with DIY iced coffee.
Tales from the back road: Charms and ruts of the 'scenic' route from Hawke's Bay to Wairarapa
Simon Burt decided to take the road less travelled. He found a book to write.
Bit of a Mission: Why international artists aren’t coming to the Bay in 2025
A lull in Mission and stadium concerts in Hawke's Bay is likely to continue through 2025.
Machine guns, melt downs and golden glory: Behind the scenes memories of Paris Olympics
Six months ago, Paris witnessed probably the greatest Olympic Games of the modern era.
Overseas surfer selling former police station hidden in the middle of the bush
Cop shop was turned into a three-bedroom home after being shifted from Kaitaia to Houhora.
Why Interpretation's weight is the big talking point of Wellington Cup
Interpretation faces a tough challenge with 59kg in the Wellington Cup.
'Give it a nudge': Shearer sets sights on solo world record
The current record is 872, set by Stu Connor in Cornwall in 2021.
'Give it a nudge': Shearer sets sights on solo world record
The current record is 872, set by Stu Connor in Cornwall in 2021.
Victim ‘horrified’ as court removes abuser from sex offender register
After a 16-year battle for justice, the victim regrets going to authorities.
Hot midlife summer: The over-50s are having a moment
New York Times: Pop culture is finally warming up to the sex lives of older women.
Auckland faces major event amid rail closures, bad weather
Major sporting and music events set to take place despite transport, weather issues.
Steve Braunias: A death at Christmas
What it's like to lose a family member at the happiest time of the year.
Why a Northland walkway reopening is fuelling debate on public access
The Waikaraka Walkway at Mt Tiger has been opened by an Overseas Investment Office ruling.
How Kiwi family could have saved $18k when moving money to Australia
Herald readers have been writing in saying online dealers are saving them a 'fortune'.
Boy seen struggling in harbour rescued by vehicle ferry skipper
Boysie-James Siosiua was pulled from the harbour after trying to retrieve a basketball.
'She had all of her life to live': Parents fight for 'justice' after 15yo dies in crash
'He’s destroyed our lives.'
Premium Kumeu River chardonnays lauded as family rack up 80 years of winemaking
Kumeu River chardonnays hold their own against premier French wine, but at a better price.
The golf club where youth and community are the focus
It’s been a labour of love building the course to what it is today.
Opinion: Why 2025 could be a year of upheaval for NZ and the world
OPINION: We should be able to debate big issues in a way that ensures all voices are heard
Politicians to choose Treaty Principles Bill submitters, hearings to begin in 10 days
Hobson's Pledge asks members if they would consider cancelling National Party membership.
Editorial: Why it’s time to rethink Novak Djokovic’s legacy
OPINION: Sports fans have been slow to warm to Serb star
Morning quiz: What was the most popular baby name for girls in NZ in 2024?
Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.
From MP to wellness guru: Anna Lorck’s radical new life
Lorck says her new life is a "contrast from the life that I was leading”.
‘You are not alone’: Teenage troubles on the rise; support agency works with record numbers
SUPP helped a record number of teens with substance and mental health issues.
Fran O'Sullivan: Luxon's Govt must prioritise growth over blame
No one wants to hear about the economic environment his coalition Government inherited.
Patient had assisted death in farm paddock after rest home rejection
Rest homes and other facilities may be required to allow assisted dying.
Black Fern Michaela Blyde marries her perfect match
The couple shared emotional vows, celebrating their love and commitment.