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Gifts received by sugar babies interviewed include boob jobs, a $4000 Hermes watch, $2800 Louis Vuitton bag, business class travel and regular cash transfers. Photo / Getty Images

NEW ZEALAND

Tax expert: Sugar babies must declare gifts as income

13 Nov, 2018 11:49am

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NEW ZEALAND

Repeated cinema groper sentenced

13 Nov, 2018 3:00pm
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BUSINESS

ASB joins the mortgage war with new low rate

13 Nov, 2018 2:16pm
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SPORT

Flags of convenience: The Irish tactic harming world rugby

13 Nov, 2018 8:00am
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LIFESTYLE

2018's most irritating 'office jargon' phrases

13 Nov, 2018 12:21pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Boy racers 'putting lives at risk'

13 Nov, 2018 2:14pm
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LIFESTYLE

Queen's brutal message to chef after finding dead slug in her salad

13 Nov, 2018 9:47am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Lorde accuses Kanye West of 'stealing' stage design

13 Nov, 2018 10:30am
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Jaden Smith announced Tyler, the Creator is his boyfriend - surprising even Tyler. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Jaden Smith's surprise boyfriend reveal

13 Nov, 2018 12:30pm
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Jaden Smith has made a shock confession about who he's dating.

Michael Schumacher and his wife Corinna in 2016. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Heartbreaking Schumacher letter emerges

13 Nov, 2018 2:30pm
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A letter from Schumacher's wife giving a rare update on his condition has emerged.

NEW ZEALAND

Critically ill man ready for risky flight home from Fiji

13 Nov, 2018 1:13pm
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Napier man fell ill while on holiday to celebrate his cancer remission.

Former All Blacks sensation Zac Guildford has spoken about the horrors that unfolded following his selection in the All Blacks. Photo / Getty

SPORT

'My life was catastrophic': Star's horror following All Blacks selection

13 Nov, 2018 11:05am
4 minutes to read

'Everyone thought I was living the dream being an All Black but I was going crazy.'

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is evaluating whether to further ease mortgage curbs. Photo / 123RF

BUSINESS

Reserve Bank mulls easing tough 20 pct deposit rule

13 Nov, 2018 12:42pm
3 minutes to read

November 28 could be D-day for home hunters.

Many foods that seem healthy contain various hidden fats, sugars and salts. If you're trying to lose weight, it pays to know where they're hiding. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Salad illusions: Five mistakes to avoid for weight loss

13 Nov, 2018 10:30am
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Trying to lose weight? Here are five common traps that might be hindering you.

NEW ZEALAND

Mike Hosking: Cycleways exposed as the sham they are

13 Nov, 2018 6:27am
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NEW ZEALAND

Huntly man charged with attempting to abduct 4-year-old girl

13 Nov, 2018 3:03pm
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Vernon Witbooi, Geraldo Parsons, Eben van Niekerk and Nashville Julius were found guilty of Hannah Cornelius' murder. Photo / Getty Images

WORLD

Hannah Cornelius' killers sentenced to a combined 358 years behind bars

13 Nov, 2018 5:26am
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Hannah Cornelius was brutally kidnapped, raped and murdered last year.

The appointment process of Deputy Commissioner Wally Haumaha has been cleared in a Government Inquiry. Photo / Mark Mitchell.

NEW ZEALAND

'We were on trial' - Two women who complained about Wally Haumaha speak out

13 Nov, 2018 3:07pm
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Two women who laid formal complaints "saddened" by tone of Government Inquiry.

Review Rotorua: From clocwise, David Trubridge's Redwoods installation; Waimangu Volcanic Valley; A Kiwi sheep; Hobbiton. Photo / Jada Yuan, instagram.com

TRAVEL

New York Times blogger trapped by Rotorua's volcanic charm

13 Nov, 2018 12:25pm
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The Times columnist emerged from the hotpools with glowing reviews and just one complaint.

Researchers have linked the gestation of male foetuses with a greater incidence of depressive symptoms in a staggering eighty per cent of new mothers. Photo / 123RF

LIFESTYLE

Like many others, I suffered with postnatal depression. Was it because I had a boy?

13 Nov, 2018 2:20pm
7 minutes to read

The sheer physicality that comes with raising boys often has the power to overwhelm me.

Increasing exposure to artificial blue light is hurting our health and our environment. Photo / 123RF

NEW ZEALAND

Permanent jetlag: Scientists issue warning over blue light

13 Nov, 2018 2:38pm
5 minutes to read

Increasing exposure to artificial blue light is hurting our health and our environment.

Nicolaas Bester hit back at critics online saying it was 'awesome' that his victim was 15. Photo /Supplied

WORLD

'She was 15 … it was awesome'

13 Nov, 2018 1:11pm
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A teacher who sexually assaulted a student hits back at critics saying it was "awesome".

OneRoof

Chaos now, but this is going to be NZ's Madison Avenue

13 Nov, 2018 2:14pm
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The geniuses behind the reinvention of Albert Street.

yudu career advice

Journey from Hawke's Bay to assistant police commissioner

13 Nov, 2018 12:00pm
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She has reached lofty heights that she never dreamed of.

driven

Watch: marvel at the magnificence of a Jaguar F-Type rally car

13 Nov, 2018 3:16pm
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One-off convertible Jag rally car looks at home on gravel.

Latest From New Zealand

Families of the men killed at Pike River will find out soon whether a re-entry will go ahead. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Decision on Pike River re-entry tomorrow

13 Nov, 2018 1:49pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Huntly man charged with attempting to abduct 4-year-old girl

13 Nov, 2018 3:03pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Boy racers 'putting residents at risk' in Dunedin

13 Nov, 2018 2:14pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Watch: Strange 8m long sea creature stuns NZ divers

13 Nov, 2018 2:59pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Relief after missing woman's 36-hour ordeal

13 Nov, 2018 2:55pm
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NEW ZEALAND

New housing development comes with extra bill of $1000 a year

13 Nov, 2018 2:44pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Permanent jetlag: Scientists issue warning over blue light

13 Nov, 2018 2:38pm
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A web of deceit has seen a young man wrongly imprisoned and his life ruined. Illustration / Andrew Louis

NEW ZEALAND

How jealous lies sent a teenage boy to prison for rape he didn't commit

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am

19 minutes to read

For God! For King! And for Country! AU - E! Ake, ake, kia kaha e! Photo / Brett Phibbs

Premium & Indepth

Big Read: Old soldiers and why we remember them

Kurt Bayer reflects on war, loss, mateship, memory, and remembering.

Premium & Indepth

Our most complex quake: Kaikōura two years on

Two years on from the 7.8 Kaikoura Earthquake, rich lessons are still being taught.

More than 18,000 New Zealanders lost their lives in World War One. Photo / Alexander Turnbull Library

Premium & Indepth

Interactive graphic: See every NZer who died in WWI

Explore every one of the 18,000 NZers who died in WW1 in this interactive graphic.

NZ Herald Focus and Local Focus videos

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Phil Twyforf and Phil Goff announce 'infrastructure payment' at new Milldale housing area

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Sugar babies must declare gifts as income

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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WORLD

Focus: 31 dead, 200 unaccounted for as California wildfires continue to blaze

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Fiery crash involving truck and car north of Taupo

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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THE COUNTRY | Video

Local Focus: Whitianga town centre almost complete for Christmas

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: PM Jacinda Ardern on the Wally Haumaha inquiry

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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THE COUNTRY | Video

Local Focus: Blade shearing anniversary

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Pigs on the run - a tale of two Guinea (pigs)

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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BUSINESS

Focus: Rocket Lab looks to the future after launch success

11 Nov, 2018 6:25am
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Latest From Business

ASB's one-year fixed home loan rate (special) has reduced from 4.19 per cent (per annum) to 3.9 per cent. Photo / File

BUSINESS

ASB joins the mortgage war with new low rate

13 Nov, 2018 2:16pm

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BUSINESS

Reserve Bank mulls easing tough 20 pct deposit rule

13 Nov, 2018 12:42pm
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BUSINESS

Troubled forex broker mulls bankruptcy

13 Nov, 2018 3:26pm
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BUSINESS

Auckland's new $91m infrastructure plan

13 Nov, 2018 1:55pm
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BUSINESS

Barbecue woes: Lamb and sausage prices on the rise

13 Nov, 2018 11:32am
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BUSINESS

Air NZ swoops in on Gold Coast as Air Asia pulls out

13 Nov, 2018 9:05am
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BUSINESS

Spark's ongoing Xtra Mail issues frustrate business owners

13 Nov, 2018 12:34pm
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BUSINESS

Hope for Waiwera? Australasian giant eyes park

13 Nov, 2018 8:45am
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BUSINESS

Comment: CNN's annoying Rocket Lab report

13 Nov, 2018 9:37am
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The company's maiden commercial flight generated a ton of global coverage.

Burger Burger owner Mimi Gilmour-Buckley. Photo / File

BUSINESS

10 questions with restaurateur and owner of Burger Burger

13 Nov, 2018 12:17pm
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The woman behind the Burger Burger franchise talks about living her lifelong dream.

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

Why university life 'falls apart'

9 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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Picture / Shurou Zeng, People's Daily Online

BRAND INSIGHT

Foreign firms rush to China

9 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

"Refillution": the new revolution

9 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Most attractive city in China

2 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Pandas and hot pot in key city

26 Oct, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

How big business can save the planet

26 Oct, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Spark of hope for electricity prices

24 Oct, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Strategy vital but few make time

19 Oct, 2018 12:00am
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Jubilant Link2 Group team and sponsors. Photo /James Ensing-Trussell

BRAND INSIGHT

Making a link with success

19 Oct, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

AC/DC drummer's mansion on the highway to sell

13 Nov, 2018 7:33am

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Victorian-style homes in Dunedin, New Zealand.

Oneroof

7 mistakes homeowners make when renovating older properties

11 Nov, 2018 7:46pm
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The pitfalls are plenty.

oneroof

Will accept Bitcoin for $23m mansion

oneroof

House price crash? Don't bet on it, but here's who will get hit

oneroof

Looking for a loft conversion? You'll find it at the warehouse

oneroof

Revealed: How the houses of the super-rich will look in 2019

oneroof

When house prices slump, you want to be in the Canada Club

12 Nov, 2018 4:09pm
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It's a market we can all learn from.

oneroof

Why buyers now have the upper hand

12 Nov, 2018 6:51am
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House price growth may have peaked across much of the country, says bank economist.

Opinion

Two riders on Auckland's Nelson St cycleway. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Mike Hosking: Cycleways exposed as the sham they are

13 Nov, 2018 6:27am
3 minutes to read

Comment: "The lesson here is, if it sounds flakey, it will be."

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Internal Affairs Minister Tracey Martin and Sir Anand Satyanand announcing the terms of reference for an inquiry into abuse of children. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Soper: Child abuse inquiry - Brace yourself for NZ's cruel past

13 Nov, 2018 6:00am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: For the victims it'll give them some sort of closure, if that's possible.

When you want to be a ballerina but end up a possessed cabbage instead. (Faces in Things @FacesPics)

ENTERTAINMENT

Sideswipe: Possessed cabbage

13 Nov, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

When you want to be a ballerina but end up a possessed cabbage instead.

Latest From World

WORLD

'She was 15 … it was awesome'

13 Nov, 2018 1:11pm

7 minutes to read

Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman. Photo / AP file

WORLD

'Tell your boss' - what a key call could mean

13 Nov, 2018 12:32pm
2 minutes to read

A Turkish newspaper reports that the writer said: "I'm suffocating".

Chicago security guard Jemel Roberson. Photo / CBS

WORLD

Police fired on a 'good guy with a gun'

13 Nov, 2018 12:11pm
4 minutes to read

Police responded to a shooting at a bar outside Chicago.

Former US first lady Michelle Obama speaks with students about her upcoming book, Becoming. Photos / AP

WORLD

No first ladies' club for Michelle and Melania

13 Nov, 2018 11:50am
2 minutes to read

Melania Trump has apparently decided against the phone-a-friend option.

Britain's former Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson. Photos / AP file

WORLD

Brexit turns into a Johnson family saga

13 Nov, 2018 11:18am
4 minutes to read

Opinion polls suggest people may have changed their minds and now support "Regrexit."

Motoring News

Watch: marvel at the magnificence of a Jaguar F-Type rally car

13 Nov, 2018 3:16pm
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Revealed: Limited edition HSV Colorado SportsCat R breaks cover

13 Nov, 2018 12:07pm
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Aucklanders ride Lime E Scooters around the city. 02 November 2018 Photograph by Greg Bowker New Zealand Herald

Almost 150 electric scooter injury claims in the past month

13 Nov, 2018 11:19am
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SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 10: Brendon Hartley of New Zealand and Scuderia Toro Rosso runs in the Pitlane during qualifying for the Formula One Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on

'What the f*** is going on?': Hartley blows up over teammate

13 Nov, 2018 9:46am
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Mitsubishi aiming to challenge Holden in booming ute market

12 Nov, 2018 8:30pm
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Watch: ultra-rare Ferrari 812 Superfast ready for Kiwi debut

12 Nov, 2018 6:00pm
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Watch: Greg Murphy shows Supercars stars how to bash gravel

12 Nov, 2018 3:22pm
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Ford Stores: Customers become guests at new grand opening

12 Nov, 2018 2:07pm
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VW to declare war on Tesla with reported 'budget' electric car

12 Nov, 2018 1:26pm
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Latest From Sport

Ireland great Brian O'Driscoll. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Flags of
convenience:
The Irish tactic
harming world rugby

13 Nov, 2018 8:00am

4 minutes to read

SPORT

'My life was catastrophic': Star's horror following All Blacks selection

13 Nov, 2018 11:05am
4 minutes to read

'Everyone thought I was living the dream being an All Black but I was going crazy.'

SPORT

Steve Hansen's warning: What happens if Ireland beat All Blacks

12 Nov, 2018 3:31pm
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SPORT

Heartbreaking Schumacher letter emerges

13 Nov, 2018 2:30pm
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SPORT

Son of All Blacks great signs with NZ sevens

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am
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Conor Murray and Robbie Henshaw both ruled out as Ireland's stocks take major blow. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Ireland dealt double injury blow for All Blacks test

13 Nov, 2018 5:00am
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Ireland's stocks take major blow as over 100 test caps in experience lost to injury.

SPORT

Faith in TMO will be lost unless used correctly - against ABs it wasn't

13 Nov, 2018 7:57am
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Comment: The TMO is a good thing but only if it is used correctly and proportionally.

Latest Video

NEW ZEALAND

Divers encounter mysterious deep-sea worm over 8m long

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

NEW ZEALAND

Metservice Weather New Zealand: 14th-15th November

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

LIFESTYLE

Shocking moment man accidentally sets fire to mum's garden trying to cook sausages

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

NEW ZEALAND

The many faces of the Papatea fault

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

NEW ZEALAND

Metservice Weather Auckland: November 14th

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Phil Twyforf and Phil Goff announce 'infrastructure payment' at new Milldale housing area

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather Christchurch: November 14th

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Sugar babies must declare gifts as income

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

WORLD

Focus: 31 dead, 200 unaccounted for as California wildfires continue to blaze

13 Nov, 2018 9:01am

Latest From Entertainment

New Toy Story character Forky is facing an existential crisis.

ENTERTAINMENT

Toy Story 4 teaser trailer reveals new character

13 Nov, 2018 1:10pm

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ENTERTAINMENT

'Our hearts are broken': Kim's moving wildfire speech

13 Nov, 2018 8:35am
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ENTERTAINMENT

MAFS NZ wedding ring for sale on Trade Me

12 Nov, 2018 5:21am
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ENTERTAINMENT

The Chase's Governess fulfils her pop star dreams

12 Nov, 2018 9:50am
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ENTERTAINMENT

'I had no right': LOTR star apologises for racial slur

12 Nov, 2018 9:20am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Aerosmith's Joe Perry hospitalised after collapse

12 Nov, 2018 8:40am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Ben Affleck returns to rehab following divorce

12 Nov, 2018 8:50am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Jaden Smith's surprise boyfriend reveal

13 Nov, 2018 12:30pm
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Jaden Smith has made a shock confession about who he's dating.

Ryan Reynolds is the voice of Detective Pikachu in the upcoming live-action Pokemon movie.

ENTERTAINMENT

Warner Bros releases Detective Pikachu trailer

13 Nov, 2018 12:30pm
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The first trailer for the upcoming live-action Pokemon movie has dropped.

Movies

MOVIES

Shooting in Beverly Hills where Kanye and Tekashi 6ix9ine were filming

10 Nov, 2018 4:59pm
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Drive-by shooting

MOVIES

Eight shocking things actors have done for their roles

10 Nov, 2018 3:36pm
5 minutes to read

It's important for actors to get into character, some take it to the next level.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

Challenge yourself with the latest Code Cracker, Sudoku, Wordsearch and Crossword puzzles

When did the State of the Vatican City come into being? Photo / 123RF

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: November 13

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

New to WatchMe

the watercooler s2e03: The Magpie (Pg-l)

The Magpie, a true kiwi pest confirmed by this true story.

The Watercooler - Season 2 (PG)

All new episodes available now on WatchMe.co.nz

the watercooler s2e05: the house (pg-l)

Abby regales a distracted Karen with the true tale of her very short career in door-to-door sales.

The Watercooler S2E01: Bad Ram (PG-L)

Their bad luck is our good luck 'cos this true story is as funny as a fight!

The watercooler s2e04: The Jogger (PG-l)

Abby sickens Tom with the true story of how she was caught with her pants down by a family friend.

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Lorde performing at Coachella in 2017. Photo / Getty Images

Lorde accuses Kanye West of 'stealing' stage design

13 Nov, 2018 10:30am
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Kids See Ghosts' stage set closely resembles Lorde's Coachella stage from 2017.

Voyager Media Awards at Cordis. Patrick Gower. Friday 11th May 2018. Herald on Sunday. Photograph by Norrie Montgomery.

'It hurt me': Paddy Gower opens up on bullying

13 Nov, 2018 9:30am
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Paddy says: "I refused to let name calling get in the way of my dreams"

Howie D., Kevin Richardson, Nick Carter, AJ McLean and Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys.

NZ is Backstreet Boy's 'favourite place in the world'

12 Nov, 2018 9:10am
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He loves us so much, he's promised to bring the world tour to NZ.

Kiwi bad boy's retreat to Bali

12 Nov, 2018 7:38am
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What is it about sun-drenched Bali that is attracting controversial Kiwi sportspeople?

George Bridge and Evie Burdon. Photo / supplied

All Black George Bridge 'getting clucky'

11 Nov, 2018 7:05am
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According to Izzy Dagg, breakout All Black star George Bridge is eyeing up parenthood.

Hayley Holt and Amanda Gillies will be co-presenting at the New Zealand Television Awards. Photos / supplied

Why Hayley Holt and Amanda Gillies are teaming up

11 Nov, 2018 7:05am
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Spy hears Holt and Gillies have the utmost respect for each other.

The wedding of Mark Hurley and Camille Bagby. Photo / supplied

Kiwi high roller's lavish Mexican nuptials

11 Nov, 2018 7:05am
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Auckland entrepreneur Mark Hurley married his Texan bride Camille Bagby in Mexico.

Millennial issues: How to recover when he's just not that into you

9 Nov, 2018 10:46am
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These days it's bloody hard to trust the Kiwi dating scene when you're constantly ghosted

Romance Rewind: Richie and Gemma McCaw

9 Nov, 2018 7:33am
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It's been six years for this sporting match made in heaven - so where did it all begin?

Kiwi radio stars' sad farewell

6 Nov, 2018 9:58am
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Tarsh and Sela have said ka kite ano to their Flava listeners this week.

Rapper Trey Songz hits on Kiwi radio host

5 Nov, 2018 2:10pm
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Trey Songz dropped a smooth and sultry pick up line on Athena.

Sam Smith finally met the Kiwi who stole his heart

5 Nov, 2018 9:05am
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The 10-year-old who stole Sam's heart finally got to meet his idol

YUDU Career Advice and Jobs

The key skill that could determine your salary

13 Nov, 2018 7:12am

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YUDU

New Zealand's top employers - according to their workers

YUDU

Teachers on strike: Govt pay offer 'too late'

YUDU

Schoolboy solves online shopping problem

12 Nov, 2018 7:00pm
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Does this mean no more frustration because of missing the courier?

YUDU

The region bucking job trends

12 Nov, 2018 4:00pm
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Unemployment is falling across New Zealand - except for one area.

Latest From Lifestyle

This is the shocking moment a man accidentally sets fire to his mum's garden while trying to cook sausages. Photo / Caters

LIFESTYLE

Shocking moment man sets fire to mum's garden trying to cook sausages

13 Nov, 2018 2:53pm

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LIFESTYLE

'Mummy, I'm sorry for this': Boy's heartbreaking final words

13 Nov, 2018 6:36am
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LIFESTYLE

Salad illusions: Five mistakes to avoid for weight loss

13 Nov, 2018 10:30am
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LIFESTYLE

William, Harry, Meghan or Kate: Who's the most popular?

13 Nov, 2018 7:27am
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LIFESTYLE

Pocket e-cig explosion badly burns man's genitals

13 Nov, 2018 8:37am
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LIFESTYLE

Pippa Middleton's baby name revealed

12 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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bite.co.nz

Dr Libby explores the antioxidant power of beetroot

13 Nov, 2018 9:36am
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viva.co.nz

Jesse Mulligan gives this restaurant a perfect score

12 Nov, 2018 7:00am
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It appears the Queen's brutal message had a humorous side. Photo / Getty

LIFESTYLE

Queen's brutal message to chef after finding dead slug in her salad

13 Nov, 2018 9:47am
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How the Queen sassed a chef over bug blunder.

Michelle Obama opens up about how much she is enjoying life in the

LIFESTYLE

Michelle Obama dons leather corset for Elle magazine

13 Nov, 2018 9:12am
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Details of Oprah interview, undergoing IVF and why she didn't want Barack in politics.

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Exclusive: We chat with Moschino designer Jeremy Scott

We talk empowerment, fashion and the latest collaboration with H&M.

Actress Lisa Chappell shares her fuss-free beauty routine

We talk transformation with the star, who effortlessly mixes glamour and relatability.

Rare unpublished images capture another side to hip-hop

A new book features outtakes of iconic artists of the past 30 years.

Celebrity beauty looks we love this week

It was power to the ponytail this week for celebs like Ashlee Simpson.

Warm scallop & prawn salad with hazelnut butter

Classic prawn cocktail gets a posh update in this delicious dish.

The fanciest face creams to add to your skincare line-up

For those who like the look of the finer things in life, try these top picks.

This resort is offering luxury with an important lesson

Escaping to a luxury resort in the Great Barrier Reef isn't all about snorkelling.

Why the world loves diamonds, according to an expert

Diamond merchant Mike Asscher explains the allure of the world's most romantic jewels.

Sumac lamb loins with olive & herb salsa

What better excuse to fire up the barbecue than this tasty sumac-spiced lamb.

The best celebrity looks of the week

This week's best looks featured a touch of luxe from Kendall Jenner and Emily Ratajkowski.

Luscious dark chocolate & prune tart

Fair warning, it's hard to stop at just one slice of this indulgent tart.

Throwback: All the Spice Girls' best fashion moments

Hot on the heels of the reunion tour news, we flashback to our fave fashion moments.

LIFESTYLE

Like many others, I suffered with postnatal depression. Was it because I had a boy?

13 Nov, 2018 2:20pm
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The sheer physicality of raising boys can overwhelm me.

When you're pregnant you're inundated with advice, and do-gooders telling you how you should be living your life. Image / 123RF

LIFESTYLE

Hawkesby: Mixed messages about drinking while pregnant

13 Nov, 2018 6:53am
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Pregnant women are inundated with advice from do-gooders.

Luke Schroder is the festival director of Melted, an event dedicated to ice cream and frozen desserts. Photo / George Novak

LIFESTYLE

Big scoop: ice cream festival launched

13 Nov, 2018 9:03am
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One man is making his 'crazy idea' for a festival of ice cream a reality this summer

Latest from Bite

Plan ahead: Kiwi Christmas fruit mince

A flavour-packed fruit mine that gets even better with time.

Mango, avocado and vanilla icecream

This ice cream is dairy-free, almost completely guilt-free and deliciously summery.

Nice summer salad

This take on the classic nicoise is a bright and breezy salad that makes an easy dinner.

Paprika beef

Flavour up the rump steak for a quick barbecue meal

Nut clusters

Homemade goodness to snack on

Mussel and zucchini fritters

This fritter batter is a terrific canvas for all kinds of vege or meat fillings.

Pea and spinach frittata

This combo is great for when you have only eggs, frozen vegetables and cheese at hand.

Egg and chorizo bake

A quick and tasty dinner or lunch that is perfect served with a green salad.

Brown sugar, orange and hazelnut syrup cake

Thin, soft orange and hazelnut cake, soaked in orange syrup and served with mascarpone.

Roasted beetroot with colourful tomatoes

Oven-roasting beetroot produces a delightful concentrated and sweet flavour.

Taiwanese three cup chicken and smashed cucumber salad

Sesame oil, Chinese rice wine, and soy sauce in three equal parts all star in this meal.

Dark chocolate and raspberry muffins

This indulgent muffin has just the right amount of sweet, crunch and acidic berry bite.

Latest From Travel

TRAVEL

American Samoa: Tramping the tropics

13 Nov, 2018 10:00am

9 minutes to read

Air New Zealand safety video. Photo / Air New Zealand

TRAVEL

Flight check: Auckland to Wellington

13 Nov, 2018 3:00pm
Quick Read

Morgan Godfery flies Air NZ from Auckland to Wellington and reviews that new safety video.

TRAVEL

Auckland hotel named 'Best New Hotel' at prestigious awards

13 Nov, 2018 1:30pm
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A UFO investigation is underway in Ireland after pilots flying BA and Virgin Airlines jets reported seeing mysterious bright lights as they crossed the country. Photo / Getty Images (stock)

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