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Cail Edwards, 13, and his grandmother Dawn Howard in New Plymouth. Photo / Supplied.

NEW ZEALAND

Deported South African mum fighting to return to NZ

18 Jun, 2018 1:18pm

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SPORT

Gregor Paul: Red card farce - World Rugby now under pressure to re-write rules

18 Jun, 2018 6:08pm
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BUSINESS

ASB manager who messaged 'hey sxy' to worker settles employment case

18 Jun, 2018 6:38pm
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BUSINESS

NZ's richest man reveals next venture

18 Jun, 2018 6:49pm
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NEW ZEALAND

29-year-old mum of premature baby suffers brain damage

18 Jun, 2018 4:56pm
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BUSINESS

Kiwis donate towards woman's legal fees vs Sir Bob Jones

18 Jun, 2018 4:20pm
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LIFESTYLE

Dog vs cat: the smarter pet revealed

18 Jun, 2018 5:39pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

John Travolta's mob-boss movie a shocking 0% rating

18 Jun, 2018 5:56pm
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Willoughby Owen has been chasing storms for a decade and captured this image just last week. Photo / Willoughby Owen

WORLD

Storm chaser: The Kiwi who survived the world's largest tornado

18 Jun, 2018 1:31pm
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Kiwi storm chaser describes being trapped in one of the worst tornadoes in history.

Is it time yet? Deputy PM Winston Peters at his first post Cabinet press conference. Photo / Marty Melville

NEW ZEALAND

Winston Peters' awkward first date as Almost PM

18 Jun, 2018 6:09pm
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Comment: PM issued a reminder of her ongoing reign after Winston Peters' 'curtain raiser.'

Ceiling panels had become damaged. Photo / Australian Transport Safety Bureau

WORLD

Terror on flight QF72: 'I'm not in control of this plane'

18 Jun, 2018 7:00pm
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A Qantas plane suddenly plunged towards the ocean, not once, but twice, due to a glitch.

ENTERTAINMENT

DWTS: Is Max Key gunning for a spot next season?

18 Jun, 2018 8:53am
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Max Key has hit the dance studio with everyone's favourite twerker.

Benjamin Fall of France tackles Beauden Barrett of the All Blacks in the air resulting in a red card from Referee Angus Gardner during the International Test match. Photo / Photosport.co.nz

SPORT

French fullback's red card dismissed

18 Jun, 2018 3:32pm
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Benjamin Fall free to play after red card dismissed.

National MP Judith Collins has apologised after liking an offensive tweet. Photo / Mark Mitchell.

NEW ZEALAND

Judith Collins: Did not mean to offend when I liked offensive tweet

18 Jun, 2018 6:32pm
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National MP Judith Collins has apologised after liking an offensive tweet.

ENTERTAINMENT

Five shows more people should be watching

18 Jun, 2018 3:16pm
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WORLD

'Fight to the death': SAS soldier reveals he killed Taliban fighters with hammer

18 Jun, 2018 4:32pm
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Emergency services said most adults would struggle to keep the composure Kate Luong did, pictured with her brother Mike in Melbourne. Photo / Valeriu Campan, news.com

LIFESTYLE

Ten-year-old's chilling emergency call

18 Jun, 2018 10:13am
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Terrifying moment a brave 10-year-old calls police from a cupboard as man raids her home.

An artist's impression of an Uber 'sky port' and custom-made car-pooling aircraft. Photo / Supplied

BUSINESS

Uber Air: Flying to work in Auckland 'real possibility'

18 Jun, 2018 7:02pm
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Flying into work to avoid Auckland's peak-hour traffic is a real possibility, Uber says.

Are chewing sounds driving you bonkers? Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Does chewing, sniffing or clicking enrage you?

18 Jun, 2018 12:04pm
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If these things more than annoy you, then you may be suffering from this condition.

OneRoof

Tauranga house prices reach record heights

18 Jun, 2018 9:26am
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Number of houses sold in Tauranga jumped 8.1 percent on same period last year.

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yudu career advice

Knowing your worth

18 Jun, 2018 8:00am
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Don't be afraid to negotiate, both at the job-offer stage and once you're in a role.

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You can now buy one of Ford's true Le Mans GT40 legends

18 Jun, 2018 4:00pm
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But expect to pay a pretty penny or two.

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Garry Robertson on his farm in Karaka. Photo / Greg Bowker

BUSINESS

Revealed: New Zealand's secret millionaire

17 Jun, 2018 9:26am

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James Holland was found murdered in his shed in May 1916 in a case that remains unsolved.

Premium & Indepth

Sleuth cat's nose unearths murder weapon

Couple bludgeoned to death with iron bar, but no convincing motive found.

Premium & Indepth

How the makers of Grease got just about everything wrong

Grease has just turned 40. Paul Little looks back, in humour.

Begging and rough sleeping will be banned within 5m of any Tauranga retail or hospitality premises under a proposed council bylaw. Photo / Getty

Premium & Indepth

The great begging debate: Community divided over rough sleeping ban

We hit the street to see what people think of the proposed begging and rough sleeping ban.

Latest From New Zealand

Police say there were no signs of injury on the body of Jynelle Northover who was found dead at her Hamilton home early Sunday.

NEW ZEALAND

Hamilton woman's cause of death a mystery

18 Jun, 2018 12:06pm

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NEW ZEALAND

National's Judith Collins said she did not mean to offend when she liked offensive tweet.

18 Jun, 2018 6:32pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Police seek information about Kawerau family harm incident

18 Jun, 2018 5:16pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Boy suffers spinal injury in rugby game

18 Jun, 2018 6:25pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Trevett: Peters' awkward first date as Almost PM

18 Jun, 2018 6:09pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Hīkoi for the homeless protests begging ban

18 Jun, 2018 6:29pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Potholes fixed after man draws giant penises on them

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Auckland teachers on brink of leaving if nothing changes

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Historic home hoisted using cutting-edge technology

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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TECHNOLOGY

Focus: Flying taxis could be reality in Auckland

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: 'Prison cell' emergency housing set to open

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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BUSINESS

Focus: First glimpse of the most expensive apartment in New Zealand

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Child abusers who treated children like 'caged animals' jailed

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Pioneering Kiwi artist dies age 93

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: What do tourists think of the $35 tourist tax?

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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LIFESTYLE

Focus: Well-known radio host opens up about turning his life around

18 Jun, 2018 5:17pm
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Latest From Business

BUSINESS

Uber Air: Flying to work in Auckland 'real possibility'

18 Jun, 2018 7:02pm

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BUSINESS

Kiwis donate towards woman's legal fees vs Sir Bob Jones

18 Jun, 2018 4:20pm
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BUSINESS

James Shaw welcomes 'genuine' approach from Simon Bridges

18 Jun, 2018 2:43pm
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BUSINESS

South Korean firms drooling over business prospects in the North

18 Jun, 2018 1:40pm
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BUSINESS

Smartphone addict? There's an app for that

18 Jun, 2018 1:11pm
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BUSINESS

Firm pursues ex employee in court over missing $4m

18 Jun, 2018 12:00pm
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BUSINESS

Teens book house on Airbnb for party - and trash it

18 Jun, 2018 11:17am
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BUSINESS

Bunnings owe staff $11m after shortchanging holiday pay

18 Jun, 2018 10:07am
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Graeme Hart's Rank Group has bought into Hansells Food Group. Photo / Getty Images

BUSINESS

Hart buys into Hansells Food Group

18 Jun, 2018 6:49pm
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Graeme Hart's Rank Group has bought into Hansells Food Group.

Andre Nel had been working at ASB Bank for 18 years and was working as a senior commercial manager when he was dismissed in October 2015. Photo / File

BUSINESS

ASB manager who messaged 'hey sxy' to worker settles employment case

18 Jun, 2018 6:38pm
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The man had worked at ASB Bank for 18 years before being dismissed for serious misconduct.

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BRAND INSIGHT

"Guardian angel" safest approach

15 Jun, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Australia's spiritual heart

14 Jun, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Is this a hospital endgame?

12 Jun, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Storms spark solar energy focus

11 Jun, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

New carbon laws prompt change

5 Jun, 2018 12:00am
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ACCO Brands New Zealand, Highbrook Business Park. Picture // supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

Industrial property the new jewel

1 Jun, 2018 1:50pm
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BRAND INSIGHT

Family's future 'haunts' mum

30 May, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Is 'healthy' really good for kids?

28 May, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Warming up for climate fight

25 May, 2018 12:00am
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OneRoof Property News

Rotorua, New Zealand, as seen from the cablecar.

Rotorua house price drop 'an anomaly'

18 Jun, 2018 9:24am

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Modest bungalow among the mansions

17 Jun, 2018 7:59am
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Original Herne Bay Pacific Island family sells up.

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House for sale - DON'T COME IN!

oneroof

Is it safe to buy P houses now?

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Why a market crash is very unlikely

oneroof

Sold! One 'rat-infested' former convent

oneroof

The view from NZ's $35m apartment

17 Jun, 2018 8:03am
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Penthouse pad goes on sale at record-breaking price.

oneroof

No one's bought more land in NZ than him

17 Jun, 2018 8:01am
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He's one of the most influential developers in NZ and yet nobody knows who he is.

Opinion

Your family are the people you're supposed to trust, how scary for older people if they feel they can't. Photo / 123RF

NEW ZEALAND

Hawkesby: What kind of sick family abuses their elders?

18 Jun, 2018 6:34am
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COMMENT: You're supposed to be able to trust family, it's scary for elderly who can't.

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LIFESTYLE

Matt Heath: Is Fortnite really that bad?

18 Jun, 2018 5:00am
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COMMENT: The fuss over Fortnite is overblown. Here are 5 points to stop parents worrying.

Elizabeth Anne Holmes wanted to be a billionaire but faces decades in jail. Photo / AP

BUSINESS

Deborah Hill Cone: Stop drinking entrepreneur Kool-Aid

18 Jun, 2018 5:00am
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COMMENT: Let's stop the hero-worship of young entrepreneurs, writes Deborah Hill Cone.

Latest From World

WORLD

Terror on flight QF72: 'I'm not in control of this plane'

18 Jun, 2018 7:00pm

6 minutes to read

Melania Trump and Laura Bush, left, have spoken about children being separated from parents at the US border. Photos / Getty Images, AP

WORLD

First ladies enter immigration debate

18 Jun, 2018 6:25pm
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Melania Trump and Laura Bush have spoken about children being separated from parents.

The caves were barely big enough to fit a man inside, but in total darkness the SAS sergeant agreed to go in, the Daily Star reported. Photo / File / 123RF

WORLD

'Fight to the death': SAS soldier reveals he killed Taliban fighters with hammer

18 Jun, 2018 4:32pm
2 minutes to read

Sergeant killed 3 Taliban fighters with a hammer when his pistol failed during cave raid.

WORLD

Inquest: Bomshell revelations in Dreamworld staff emails

18 Jun, 2018 3:22pm
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Staff feared for safety of Thunder River Rapids ride 15 years before it malfunctioned.

TECHNOLOGY

Man jailed over 'domain hijacking' of website

18 Jun, 2018 2:27pm
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It is the first known instance of armed "domain hijacking".

Motoring News

You can now buy one of Ford's true Le Mans GT40 legends

18 Jun, 2018 4:00pm
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First images of spunky, aggressive 2019 Audi A1 leaked

18 Jun, 2018 2:44pm
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New face of BMW revealed with 8 Series Coupe

18 Jun, 2018 11:45am
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Distracted young business woman driver using a smartphone and texting while driving a car on a highway

Opinion: Smartphone use and road toll are climbing together

18 Jun, 2018 10:58am
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Ben Stevens' Volvo P1800 photographed in Auckland for Driven Me and My Car. 10 May 2018 New Zealand Herald Photograph by Ted Baghurst.

Me & My Car: We can rebuild her...

18 Jun, 2018 8:30am
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Drivers of the Toyota TS050 Hybrid No8 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Team Sebastien Buemi of Switzerland, right on the car and Fernando Alonso of Spain celebrate after winning the 86th 24-hour Le Mans en

Fernando Alonso wins on debut for Toyota in 24 Hours Le Mans

18 Jun, 2018 8:00am
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Buyers' Guide: Safety for the whole whānau

18 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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The Grand Tour: 'Excited' by season 3 but then ...

18 Jun, 2018 5:00am
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McLaughlin survives smoking car to take second place

17 Jun, 2018 7:00pm
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Latest From Sport

SPORT

Paul: World Rugby now under pressure to re-write rules

18 Jun, 2018 6:08pm

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Match Referee Angus Gardner seen waiting watching the big screen during the International Rugby Union game of the Steinlager Series between All Blacks vs France. Photo / Photosport.co.nz

SPORT

Comment: Common sense wins, but rugby just got more confusing

18 Jun, 2018 4:30pm
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Referee was found wrong - but assistants need to offer more to help him crack game's code.

SPORT

Mo'unga v Mckenzie: No10 dilemma back in spotlight

17 Jun, 2018 7:00pm
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SPORT

Fear factor back as flat ABs seek quick response

18 Jun, 2018 10:24am
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SPORT

Tough talk gets All Blacks ready for quick-fix

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm
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Lionel Messi (L) and Andrew Mehrtens. Photo / Getty/ Mark Mitchell.

SPORT

Messi: The Argentinean Andrew Mehrtens?

18 Jun, 2018 2:11pm
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Goalmouth Scramble: Damien Venuto compares Lionel Messi's legacy with Andrew Mehrtens'.

Kieran Read of the All Blacks looks on during the Rugby Championship match between the New Zealand All Blacks and the South African Springboks. Photo / Getty Images.

SPORT

Paul: All Blacks need Kieran Read back

18 Jun, 2018 10:36am
4 minutes to read

The All Blacks have missed Kieran Read this series more than they imagined.

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NEW ZEALAND

'We've been clear that our best offer is out there' Dr David Clark on Nurses

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

NEW ZEALAND

Winston Peters Post Cabinet Press Conference

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

NEW ZEALAND

Tornado looms in Taranaki

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Auckland teachers on brink of leaving if nothing changes

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

SPORT | Rugby

All Blacks preparing for 3rd test match

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

SPORT | Rugby

'The Ref ruled to the letter of the law' Ben Smith on French Red Card

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Historic home hoisted using cutting-edge technology

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

SPORT | Rugby

Sam Cane & Ben Smith talk about AB debrief following 2nd Test

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

TECHNOLOGY

Focus: Flying taxis could be reality in Auckland

18 Jun, 2018 2:45pm

Latest From Entertainment

John Travolta in a scene from mobster biopic Gotti. The film has been widely panned by critics, earning a zero per cent score on Rotten Tomatoes Photo / Brian Douglas/Vertical Entertainment, via AP

ENTERTAINMENT

Travolta's mob-boss movie 'deserves to get whacked'

18 Jun, 2018 5:56pm

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ENTERTAINMENT

Music videos the new battleground in US culture wars

18 Jun, 2018 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Bree and Clint, ZM's new drive show hosts

18 Jun, 2018 4:20pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

DWTS: Buffoon Seymour turns serious

18 Jun, 2018 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Incredibles 2 breaks record set by Finding Dory

18 Jun, 2018 11:08am
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ENTERTAINMENT

A guide to Beyonce and Jay-Z's surprise album

18 Jun, 2018 12:53pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

A watershed moment in NZ film history

18 Jun, 2018 12:00pm
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J.K. Simmons is astounding in SoHo thriller Counterpart. Photo / Supplied

ENTERTAINMENT

Five shows more people should be watching

18 Jun, 2018 3:16pm
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Megan McArdle has the lowdown on some great viewing.

Beyonce and Jay-Z, surprise new album dropped accompanied with incredible visuals.

ENTERTAINMENT

Beyonce shines brightest on joint album, says critic

18 Jun, 2018 3:10pm
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Beyonce surprises with rapping display.

Movies

Ocean's 8 actor Mindy Kaling (left) has hit out at white male movie critics, saying if she had to base her career on 'what white men wanted' she would be 'very unsuccessful'. Photo / Getty Images

MOVIES

Ocean's 8 star hits back at film's critics

18 Jun, 2018 10:46am
2 minutes to read

The much-hyped reboot of the Ocean's franchise has attracted some very mixed reviews.

Lex and Tim are all grown up. Photo / Getty Images

MOVIES

What the kids from Jurassic Park look like now

17 Jun, 2018 11:21am
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25 year later, Lex and Tim from Jurassic Park are all grown up.

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Puzzles

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

National Party leader Simon Bridges on the campaign trail with Dan Bidois, the party's candidate in the Northcote byelection. Photo / File

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Herald daily quiz: June 18

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Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

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DWTS: Is Max Key gunning for a spot next season?

18 Jun, 2018 8:53am
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Max Key has hit the dance studio with everyone's favourite twerker.

Will Smith's shout out to Kiwi dance crew

17 Jun, 2018 10:20am
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The Fresh Prince himself hailed an Auckland school's hip hop routine.

Lucy Lawless signs on for animated film

17 Jun, 2018 6:05am
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Lucy Lawless has a busy schedule ahead.

Kiwi Rich Lister's private tour of The White House

17 Jun, 2018 6:05am
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Steve Owen's friendship with Chris Liddell has scored him a tour of the White House.

PM's baby comes before DWTS

17 Jun, 2018 6:05am
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Shavaughn will forgive PM and Clarke, her former flame, if they miss DWTS tonight.

James Rolleston brings his star power to Shorty

17 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Kiwi movie star James Rolleston has scored a role on Shortland Street.

The girls of Heartbreak Island are defending the heavily criticised show. Photo / Tom Hollow

The girls of Heartbreak Island stand by show

16 Jun, 2018 7:50am
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Four women from Heartbreak Island say the show includes "girl-power" moments.

Ex-Bachelors Zac Franich and Jordan Mauger made the admissions on The Hits. Photo / The Hits

Bachelor star: I'd rather be on Heartbreak Island

15 Jun, 2018 1:10pm
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Jordan Mauger says he'd choose Heartbreak Island over another season of The Bachelor.

David Seymour on Dancing With the Stars.

Five reasons for David Seymour's dream DWTS run

15 Jun, 2018 7:44am
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Who is voting for the man who stomps the beauty out of ballroom dancing every week?

Heartbreak Island host defends show: 'It's nothing new'

14 Jun, 2018 12:53pm
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"For those of us still in the dating pool, this rejection is a daily occurrence."

The Heartbreakers, Caitlin Marett, Brodie Kane and Gracie Taylor.

Heartbreak Island: 'What the hell is going on?'

14 Jun, 2018 9:49am
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Listen to the new Heartbreak Island podcast with Brodie, Caitlin and Gracie.

KJ Apa and Julian Dennison. Photo / Instagram

NZ's biggest young Hollywood stars have finally met

13 Jun, 2018 12:22pm
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Our favourite Kiwi Hollywood superstars have finally met.

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LIFESTYLE

Hate Goop? Gwyneth's still having the last laugh

18 Jun, 2018 2:37pm

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LIFESTYLE

Mum saved my life: Teyah, 10 years after life-changing op

18 Jun, 2018 10:05am
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LIFESTYLE

6 steps to drop kilos - and still eat cheese and crackers

18 Jun, 2018 8:06am
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LIFESTYLE

Beck Vass: Why the hell is my son playing 'night minges'?

18 Jun, 2018 12:58pm
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LIFESTYLE

KFC customer's disgusting find in meal

18 Jun, 2018 9:10am
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LIFESTYLE

Kiwi cervical smear campaigner Talei Morrison will leave a 'huge legacy'

18 Jun, 2018 1:09pm
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In today's Bite: Vegetables front and centre

18 Jun, 2018 4:02am
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How to make curried pumpkin risotto balls

18 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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High protein meals for breakfast have been shown to reduce food cravings and help reduce snacking later in the day. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Does eating at night make you fat?

18 Jun, 2018 1:09pm
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Some reports say night eating makes you fat, others say it has no impact. What's correct?

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry arriving for the wedding of Celia McCorquod. Photo / REX FEATURES

LIFESTYLE

Scathing verdict on Meghan Markle's latest outfit

18 Jun, 2018 3:05pm
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Is this look the perfect choice for the occasion? Or better suited to a pair of curtains?

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Where to find Auckland's spiciest eats

Spice up your life with the city's most fiery fare.

Funky stationery ideas to perk up your desk

Feel like the bomb at work with these colourful office essentials.

How to make your own luxurious face oil

Treat your skin and get a little glow with this lush homemade face oil.

What you need to know about sake

Discover why experts love this complex and sometimes misunderstood drink.

10 quick fixes to help deal with hangover skin

Sort skin sapped from too many big nights out with these appearance quick-fixes.

The owners of popular bars Caretaker & Deadshot share their fave drinks

The cocktail connoisseurs are out to revive the classics.

Our favourite celebrity looks of the week

See coolest looks of the week including the Duchess of Cambridge and Duchess of Sussex.

Easy olive, cheese & chilli quesadillas

Prepare to have a hit on your hands with this cheesy vegetarian party snack.

Fun things to do this weekend

Shop a sample sale, stop in at a comedy show and cosy into a garden pop-up this weekend.

The NZ collective helping women in the beer industry

Get to know the New Zealand chapter of Pink Boots Society.

Where to find Auckland's best bar food

Hint: You'll discover it concentrated on the city's good-time strip, Karangahape Rd.

Jesse Mulligan reviews O'Connell St Bistro

This Auckland institution is still hitting all the right notes.

Miss Finemore was left with burns on 21 per cent of her body. Photo / GoFundMe

LIFESTYLE

'I was scared I was going to die': Boyfriend's horrifying act

18 Jun, 2018 10:36am
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Brave woman shares her ordeal.

The coffin begins to fall as onlookers scream at the funeral in Indonesia. Image / YouTube

LIFESTYLE

Man fatally crushed by his mother's coffin at funeral

18 Jun, 2018 11:02am
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Pallbearers lost their footing carrying the coffin up a ladder.

Diana's hair inspired a generation of women. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Revealed: Princess Diana's secret haircut tricks

18 Jun, 2018 9:18am
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Diana's stylist reveals how he trimmed her locks to avoid a fan frenzy.

Latest from Bite

Gluten-free rhubarb and caramel upside down cake

Baking for Coeliac Awareness week

One-pot chicken

Pop the oven on and warm the house and everyone in it tonight

In today's Bite: Vegetables front and centre

All the best bits from the pages of Bite magazine

Simon Gault's Sunday eats from the pages of Spy in the Herald on Sunday

Pani puri with spice water

Annabel Langbein's Beef Pho WGP 19May17 -

Fragrant beef pho

An aromatic broth with tender beef and juicy noodles - perfect winter fare

Gluten-free Mexican corn pizza

Aaron Brunet says his alternative pizza base is "like a great big juicy corn chip". Yes!

Hard to pronounce, easy to eat

Kay-sa-dee-ya - that's how you say it. How you eat it? Quickly. Easy, cheesy deliciousness

Feel like fish and chips?

Try this baked version with a crunchy dijon mustard crust for a lighter, tastier version

Twist on tradition

Nigel Slater inspired this take on a classic toad in a hole - a surefire family favourite

Whisky and marmalade croissant pudding

Technically it's a pudding but if there's any leftover for brunch, well, we won't tell

After-dinner delight

Tuck into a nostalgic bowl of baked rice pudding updated with vanilla caramel pears

Mend with a blend

Can't stop thinking about soup? Us too. Ray McVinnie shares his favourite pureed options

Latest From Travel

Heletranz's Eurocopter EC-130, sat on the lawns of The Hunting Lodge winery. Photo / Thomas Bywater

TRAVEL

Heli-brunch: Why it might just take off

18 Jun, 2018 12:17pm

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A large alligator halted the Spirit Airlines flight in its tracks. Photo / Getty

TRAVEL

Alligator on the runway: Bizarre reasons for plane delays

18 Jun, 2018 2:53pm
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Mother Nature has a habit of getting in the way, especially when you are in a rush.

TRAVEL

Heli-brunch: Why it might just take off

18 Jun, 2018 12:17pm
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Meet the people who have found a way to elevate brunch to a new level... by helicopter.

In building his global restaurant empire, British chef Jason Atherton knows how to avoid tourist traps and make the most out of any hotel stay. Photo / Social Company

TRAVEL

Travel tips from Britain's buzziest chef

18 Jun, 2018 11:54am
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British chef Jason Atherton knows how to make the most out of any hotel stay.

Latest From Technology

BUSINESS

Uber Air: Flying to work in Auckland 'real possibility'

18 Jun, 2018 7:02pm

4 minutes to read

TECHNOLOGY

Man jailed over 'domain hijacking' of website

18 Jun, 2018 2:27pm
2 minutes to read

It is the first known instance of armed "domain hijacking".

Digital technology is often designed to keep the user coming back for more. Photo/123RF.

BUSINESS

Smartphone addict? There's an app for that

18 Jun, 2018 1:11pm
9 minutes to read

Rebel app developers are fighting fire with fire as they take on smartphone addiction.

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