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King Kronic out of US jail, clear to return to NZ and $40m property empire
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Sellers off to Raro after their Ponsonby villa attracts 21 bidders at heated auction
Three-bedroom home in wealthy Auckland suburb sold for just over $1.6m.

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NZME board battle – Takeovers Panel clears Jim Grenon of any code breach
It says Grenon's move and association with Caniwi did not exceed 20% of voting rights.
Leighton Roberts: Lessons from Warren Buffett for Kiwi investors
OPINION: Buffett emphasised patience and understanding businesses over market trends.
Market close: Contact-Manawa deal boosts NZ sharemarket
New Zealand shares ended strongly after better jobs data and on takeover news.
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Auckland FC name most valuable player after dominating season
Guillermo May scored nine goals, claiming Auckland FC Golden Boot honours.

'True club legend': Community mourns beloved football figure
Wellington's football community pays tribute to Grant McKeen, a 'true club legend'.

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Jesse Mulligan: It's worth queuing for this inner-city Japanese restaurant
Chef Jason Lee's new eatery in City Works Depot dazzles Viva's food reviewer.

From Ayo Edebiri to Zendaya, the Met Gala 2025 showcased serious frivolity and excellence
A bloom of daffodils welcomed a stream of stars, including Lorde, to a historic Met Gala.
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Biden accuses Trump in first interview since leaving White House
Biden's interview with the BBC came just over 100 days into Trump's presidency.

Death toll rises as India, Pakistan clash in worst violence in years
Children are among the at least 36 dead as diplomats urge restraint.

Daughter breaks down in mushroom poisoning trial
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Whare into the future: The émigré architect who championed Māori housing
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Emulsifiers are a common food additive, but are linked to gut conditions and inflammation.
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On The Up: Is an HIV-free future in sight for NZ? Burnett Foundation's new boss thinks so
New diagnoses are on a downward trend, and zero transmission targets have been set.

Hollywood stars descend on Nepal to film Everest biopic
Tom Hiddleston will star as Kiwi mountaineering pioneer Sir Edmund Hillary.

BBC admits editorial lapse over Prince Harry interview coverage
The BBC admitted a lapse in standards after Harry's interview aired.
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Collins 'shocked' at Te Pāti Māori social media post as MPs consider haka verdict
'This is not something we’ve seen before.'

Iwi boss heads new board for Taranaki Maunga
Wharehoka Wano will lead Te Tōpuni Ngārahu, a body representing the region's eight iwi.

'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return
The group have occupied a site on Hirini Street, lighting a fire to signify their protest.
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