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The McCanns have around £4million saved in a public fund to help find their daughter. But they fear this could be swallowed up in legal fees. Photo / Getty

WORLD

Maddie breakthrough: New leads a 'game changer'

19 Nov, 2018 9:59am

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NEW ZEALAND

Murder trial begins for Hastings 14-year-old

18 Nov, 2018 11:26am
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NEW ZEALAND

Missing woman five months pregnant, upset after scan

19 Nov, 2018 8:41am
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NEW ZEALAND

Teen guilty over workmate's manslaughter at factory

19 Nov, 2018 10:24am
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SPORT

Why it might be time for Beauden Barrett to play fullback

19 Nov, 2018 9:23am
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NEW ZEALAND

CTV tragedy: Families still want 'justice'

19 Nov, 2018 10:38am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Mel B opens up: Cocaine, sex tapes and suicide attempt

19 Nov, 2018 9:55am
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LIFESTYLE

Children as young as 10 needing knee, hip replacements

19 Nov, 2018 9:04am
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Eva McGauley was a fierce advocate for women's and survivors' rights. Photo / Dean Purcell.

NEW ZEALAND

Inspirational teen Eva McGauley loses cancer battle

19 Nov, 2018 9:03am
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"She was such a beautiful young woman, who did so much for so many, taken far too soon."

Brett Sengstock finally decided to share his story on 60 Minutes. Photo / Channel 9

WORLD

Sex abusing Kiwi pastor's sick words to young boy

19 Nov, 2018 10:38am
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The high-profile pastor would sneak into seven-year-old Brett Sengstock's room each night.

Guests can even adjust the room's lighting with their smartphones at New Zealand's first smart hotel, Mi-Pad. Photo / Mi-Pad Queenstown

TRAVEL

Incredible thing this Kiwi 'smart hotel' has ditched

19 Nov, 2018 11:33am
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This Queenstown hotel doesn't have room service, minibar fridges or even room keys.

Xero chief executive Craig Hudson thinks mental health is an issue we can't ignore. Photo/Supplied.

BUSINESS

Xero CEO on the worst thing about corporate culture

19 Nov, 2018 11:09am
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Xero's Craig Hudson chats with the Herald.

Cards Against Humanity has bought land on the US-Mexico border to block President Trump from building his wall. Photo / 123RF

WORLD

How Cards Against Humanity is trolling Trump

19 Nov, 2018 10:07am
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Cards Against Humanity has found a brilliant way to stop Trump building the wall.

Six-month-old Jaxon Liedl, above with his father Nate, died earlier this month after a 10-year-old girl allegedly stomped on his head at a daycare center in Wisconsin. Photo / ABC7

WORLD

'She's a criminal': Baby dies after 10yo girl 'stomps on his head'

19 Nov, 2018 9:08am
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The dad of a baby who died has lashed out at the girl allegedly responsible for the death.

WORLD

78yo man confesses to 90 unsolved murders over 40 years

19 Nov, 2018 9:34am
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NEW ZEALAND

Bomb competition and floating music festival to return

19 Nov, 2018 10:38am
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LIFESTYLE

Why have young people stopped having sex?

19 Nov, 2018 9:36am
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Is it because our young people are anxious, lonely and addicted to porn?

Christopher Blair, 46, launched a site intended to be satire, but it took on a life of its own. Photo/Washington Post.

BUSINESS

'Nothing on this page is real': How lies become truth online

19 Nov, 2018 6:29am
18 minutes to read

This is what happens when an experiment in satire is taken as gospel.

Over 900 members of the People's Temple cult, led by Reverend Jim Jones, drank cyanide-laced grape juice. Photo / Getty Images

WORLD

Journalist who survived the Jonestown massacre warns it could happen again

19 Nov, 2018 7:15am
7 minutes to read

"These people followed someone who led them to destruction."

New Zealand's Ardie Savea and Josh van der Flier of Ireland embrace after yesterday's test in Dublin. Photo / INPHO/Bryan Kean

SPORT

How the ABs and Ireland could meet in World Cup quarter-final

19 Nov, 2018 8:32am
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ABs v Ireland in the quarter-finals? It's not too far-fetched of a prospect.

Sometimes pulling the plug is the better option. Photo/Getty Images.

BUSINESS

Grit or quit? Why business owners need to know when to give up

19 Nov, 2018 9:00am
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Giving up isn't always as bad as it sounds - in fact, it's sometimes necessary.

The House of Windsor welcomed Meghan Markle into the fold six months ago. Photo / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

How Hurricane Meghan is shaking up the Royals

18 Nov, 2018 1:13pm
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The House of Windsor welcomed Meghan Markle into the fold six months ago.

OneRoof

Villa where Meredith Kercher was killed for sale for $485K

19 Nov, 2018 6:59am
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It was the scene of a horrific murder that has gripped the world for years on end.

yudu career advice

Demand for skills puts pressure on wages

19 Nov, 2018 12:01pm
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IT professionals in particular are in demand.

driven

AA Driven COTY 2018: Why the Mercedes-Benz A-Class made the top 10

19 Nov, 2018 9:35am
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Artificial intelligence and swish voice activation among small Merc's arsenal.

Latest From New Zealand

Health Minister David Clark said $20 million of funding had been made available for the new Buller Health Centre in Westport photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Govt to spend $20m on new Westport health centre

19 Nov, 2018 10:50am

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NEW ZEALAND

Police investigating car fires in Whanganui

19 Nov, 2018 11:32am
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NEW ZEALAND

Teen guilty over workmate's manslaughter at factory

19 Nov, 2018 10:24am
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NEW ZEALAND

West Coast fatal motorcycle crash victim named

19 Nov, 2018 11:22am
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NEW ZEALAND

Govt to spend $20m on new Westport health centre

19 Nov, 2018 10:50am
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NEW ZEALAND

CTV tragedy: Families still want 'justice'

19 Nov, 2018 10:38am
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NEW ZEALAND

Bomb competition and floating music festival to return

19 Nov, 2018 10:38am
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The view up from the vast hole in the ground where Queen Elizabeth Square used to be. Photo / Greg Bowker Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Tunnel vision: Peek inside Auckland's City Rail Link

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am

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Sam Whitelock has revealed he has been suffering from a debilitating injury for more than seven months. Photo / Photosport

Premium & Indepth

Revealed: The secret Sam Whitelock kept for seven months

Exclusive: Sam Whitelock opens up on life as an All Black in revealing interview.

Premium & Indepth

The Liberation of Le Quesnoy: Full six-part documentary

Premium & Indepth

Peter Beck: How Rocket Lab will make money

Premium & Indepth

Struggling to learn: Understanding kids' different brains is 'like coming out of the fog'

Premium & Indepth

Interactive graphic: See every NZer who died in WWI

Te Warena Taua is proud of his negotiations with Fletcher and achieving affordable housing for his people. Photo / Michael Craig

Premium & Indepth

The tragedy of Ihumātao

The three-way struggle over land at Ihumatao is a tragedy for everyone.

A web of deceit has seen a young man wrongly imprisoned and his life ruined. Illustration / Andrew Louis

Premium & Indepth

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

Why a NZ teen spent nearly 10 years in prison for a rape he didn't do.

NZ Herald Focus and Local Focus videos

BUSINESS

#LMK with the Xero mastermind Craig Hudson

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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LIFESTYLE

Focus: Chef Monica Galetti on preserving her mother's legacy through cooking

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Ex-synthetic cannabis user describes her struggle with addiction

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Rebecca Hunt on using Facebook to start friendships

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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BUSINESS

Focus: SO/Auckland Hotel promises a 'radical' new vision for hotel luxury

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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BUSINESS

Focus: Tim Brown talks about All Birds footwear

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Real Estate agent fights to stop housing development in Howick

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Santa and his little helpers coming to Westfield Malls

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Sean Sweeney CEO of the City Rail Link

17 Nov, 2018 8:07am
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Latest From Business

BUSINESS

Grit or quit? Why business owners need to know when to give up

19 Nov, 2018 9:00am

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BUSINESS

Zuckerberg is running out of time

19 Nov, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

NZ's biggest commercial landlord nets $48m profit

19 Nov, 2018 7:49am
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Signs mount Fonterra will have to cut its payout forecast

19 Nov, 2018 9:57am
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Hemp deal boosts opportunities for community

19 Nov, 2018 7:04am
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Viral graph shows Australia's housing market on the brink

18 Nov, 2018 11:23am
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Could you fit in this airplane bathroom?

19 Nov, 2018 10:36am
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Facebook pays US$69m to dismiss lawsuit over Zuckerberg control

19 Nov, 2018 11:44am
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Xero CEO on the worst thing about corporate culture

19 Nov, 2018 11:09am
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Xero's Craig Hudson chats with the Herald.

BUSINESS

'Nothing on this page is real': How lies become truth online

19 Nov, 2018 6:29am
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This is what happens when an experiment in satire is taken as gospel.

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Alex Henderson and Audrey Cheng from Pushpay - winners of Excellence in International Trade and the Supreme Business Excellence Award. Photo / Supplied.

BRAND INSIGHT

Donation builds $100m business

16 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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Total War: Three Kingdoms. (Photo Credit: Creative Assembly). Picture / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

Chinese culture draws Hollywood

16 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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Carlene Newall De Jesus teaching dance at Selwyn Village. Picture / Supplied

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Dancing with dementia

14 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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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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Australasia, Australia, New South Wales, Sydney

The viral graph that shows Aussie house price danger

19 Nov, 2018 6:57am

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Race home in a McLaren: Kiwi legend's UK mansion for sale

18 Nov, 2018 7:04am
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House formerly owned by Bruce McLaren on the market for $3.65m.

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Renters paying $30 a week more now than a year ago

19 Nov, 2018 6:37am
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National Party says Government policies are hitting landlords.

oneroof

New crash risk for Australian housing market

18 Nov, 2018 7:32pm
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Lending crackdown could exacerbate house price falls.

Opinion

Brodie Retallick, centre, after the All Blacks lost to Ireland in Dublin. Photo / AP

NEW ZEALAND

Hosking: Don't panic - ABs still the best team in the world

19 Nov, 2018 8:00am
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COMMENT: Let's not panic or overanalyse a loss - it's not the end of the world.

It's dangerous for kids to be made to stand on a bus, but also important to learn respect.

LIFESTYLE

Hawkesby: Should kids be made to stand for adults on buses?

19 Nov, 2018 6:28am
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COMMENT: It's dangerous for kids to be standing, but also important to learn respect.

The Pike River mine will be re-entered next year. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Barry Soper: Pike River mine re-entry not welcomed by all

19 Nov, 2018 6:00am
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COMMENT: Memorial services today will be a tough one for some Pike River families.

Latest From World

Protesters walk on the Champs Elysees to protest against fuel taxes in Paris, France. Photo / AP

WORLD

Noon briefing: PM stands firm against fuel protests

19 Nov, 2018 11:41am

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WORLD

Sex abusing Kiwi pastor's sick words to young boy

19 Nov, 2018 10:38am
3 minutes to read

The high-profile pastor would sneak into seven-year-old Brett Sengstock's room each night.

WORLD

How Cards Against Humanity is trolling Trump

19 Nov, 2018 10:07am
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Cards Against Humanity has found a brilliant way to stop Trump building the wall.

WORLD

Maddie breakthrough: New leads a 'game changer'

19 Nov, 2018 9:59am
6 minutes to read

Scotland Yard could finally be closing in on Maddie's kidnapper after 11-and-a-half years.

Residences levelled by the wildfire in Paradise, California. Photo / AP

WORLD

Search for fire victims stepped up ahead of rains

19 Nov, 2018 9:52am
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Wet weather could turn the area into a muddy mess and hinder efforts to find remains.

Motoring News

AA Driven COTY 2018: Why the Mercedes-Benz A-Class made the top 10

19 Nov, 2018 9:35am
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Car Care: Staying safe when driving in the dark

19 Nov, 2018 7:30am
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Spins and supercars: inside the inaugural Scott McLaughlin Grand Prix

17 Nov, 2018 7:27pm
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Flying Mitsubishi: everything you need to know about the new Triton ute

17 Nov, 2018 10:39am
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Watch: banned Ford Ranger Raptor advert deemed "reckless"

16 Nov, 2018 3:30pm
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Shane van Gisbergen's B12 Hour Mercedes is a gorgeous throwback

16 Nov, 2018 12:36pm
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What happens to old lithium-ion battery packs from electric cars?

16 Nov, 2018 10:29am
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WRC Rally Australia: Sebastien Ogier sets the pace

16 Nov, 2018 9:44am
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McLaren opens $95m facility devoted to carbon fibre

15 Nov, 2018 3:53pm
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Latest From Sport

All Blacks number 10 Beauden Barrett leaps up to make a catch in the test loss to Ireland. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Why it might be time for Beauden Barrett to play fullback

19 Nov, 2018 9:23am

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SPORT

Team New Zealand's big call ahead of America's Cup

19 Nov, 2018 11:47am
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Team New Zealand are in no rush to get a boat in the water.

SPORT

Rugby star reveals he was victim of homophobic attack

19 Nov, 2018 5:39am
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NFL team want to interview Condoleezza Rice for coaching role

19 Nov, 2018 6:14am
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Player ratings: A night to forget for Aaron Smith

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am
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All Blacks coach Steve Hansen leaves the field following the test defeat to Ireland. Photo / INPHO/Oisin Keniry

SPORT

Hansen to decide All Blacks future this year

19 Nov, 2018 6:00am
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Steve Hansen has signalled he will decide All Blacks future before the end of this year.

Sophia Floersch's car flew off the track in a horrifying crash. Photo / Twitter

SPORT

Watch: Teen F3 driver survives horror crash

19 Nov, 2018 5:54am
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F3 driver Sophia Floersch somehow survived a horrific moment in Macau.

Latest Video

BUSINESS

#LMK with the Xero mastermind Craig Hudson

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

NEW ZEALAND

Queenstown blanketed in snow

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

NORTHERN ADVOCATE

Richard Mahoney plans a competition to rename the Waipu pub

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

NEW ZEALAND

Raw: Big tornado in mid Canterbury

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

Flemington Mud Run

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

BUSINESS

PM Jacinda Ardern attends Gordons Market announcement

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

LIFESTYLE

Focus: Chef Monica Galetti on preserving her mother's legacy through cooking

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

NEW ZEALAND

Santa in the #MeToo era

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Ex-synthetic cannabis user describes her struggle with addiction

18 Nov, 2018 11:59am

Latest From Entertainment

Melanie Brown is getting brutally honest in her new memoir. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Mel B opens up: Cocaine, sex tapes and suicide attempt

19 Nov, 2018 9:55am

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ENTERTAINMENT

'Shortland Street: The musical' - the verdict is in

19 Nov, 2018 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Is Johnny Depp's career on the rocks?

18 Nov, 2018 2:43pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

Why nobody likes John Travolta

18 Nov, 2018 11:26am
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Mandy Moore's surprising link to royals

19 Nov, 2018 10:05am
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Actor slashes neck in 'death match'

18 Nov, 2018 8:11am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Bloc Party are ferocious - so why the nostalgia?

19 Nov, 2018 11:00am
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Jess Origliasso and Ruby Rose pictured in 2017. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Veronica's star accuses ex Ruby Rose of 'harassment'

19 Nov, 2018 10:20am
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The Veronicas' star has publicly slammed her ex claiming "continued harassment"

The cast of Scrubs reunite in 2018. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

'Scrubs' cast reunite and discuss potential reboot

19 Nov, 2018 11:18am
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The cast of the much-loved comedy show have reunited after eight long years

Movies

Rami Malek as rock icon Freddie Mercury. Photo / Fox

MOVIES

Watch: Malek's Freddie Mercury Live Aid portrayal scarily accurate

16 Nov, 2018 9:18am
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Fans have pointed out how scarily accurate the performances are when seen side-by-side.

Marvel icon Stan Lee has passed away - what has he left behind? Photo / Getty Images

MOVIES

Siena Yates: Why I'm not that sad about Stan Lee's passing

16 Nov, 2018 9:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: Stan Lee's legacy is complicated, yes - but it's also incredibly powerful.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

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

When did Dame Sian Elias become chief justice? Photo / Michael Craig

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: November 19

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

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the watercooler s2e03: The Flatmate (Pg-l)

Thomas attempts to put Holloway off with the true story of his disastrous experience in his first flat.

The Watercooler - Season 2 (PG)

All new episodes available now on WatchMe.co.nz

The watercooler s2e06: The Duck Hunt (PG-l)

Holloway shocks Jon with the true story of his maiden ‘victory’ in an annual duck hunting competition.

the watercooler s2e03: The Magpie (Pg-l)

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

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!

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Sean Kelly, Georgia Fowler, Benny Castles and Sally-Ann Mullin on Project Runway NZ Supplied to Spy Nov 2018

Kiwi Project Runway star to return on All Stars US

18 Nov, 2018 7:05am
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Sean Kelly won the US version of the show four years ago.

Jess Quinn's Christmas comes early

18 Nov, 2018 7:05am
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Jess Quinn has landed the coveted gig of hosting Christmas in the Park with Mike Puru.

TVNZ drag stars' drama

18 Nov, 2018 7:05am
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The claws are already out on TVNZ's new House of Drag.

Inside Hannah Laity's wild hen's night

18 Nov, 2018 7:05am
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All Black Beauden Barrett was on tour as his bride celebrated in style.

Hilary Barry told Girls on Top that it took months for sparks to fly between her and her husband. Photo / Instagram

Hilary Barry dishes out dating advice

16 Nov, 2018 11:30am
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Hilary Barry says it took months for sparks to fly between her and her husband.

Max Key channels Elton John - the good, bad and bizarre of the music awards

16 Nov, 2018 8:15am
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Here are favourite moments behind the glamour stage.

Kiwi star to achieve 'ultimate goal' dancing with Usher

15 Nov, 2018 1:30pm
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A Kiwi is set to take the stage with Usher at ZM's Friday Jams Live on Sunday

'The bomb': Suzy Cato drops old-school remix

15 Nov, 2018 8:30am
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Remember Suzy's See You Later song? You've never heard it like this before

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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?

YUDU Career Advice and Jobs

Bright Spark winner: 'I didn't expect to be a finalist'

19 Nov, 2018 10:00am

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Santa needs little helpers

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He started at the bottom and is now a boss

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The job that's only for the boys

19 Nov, 2018 6:56am
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Girls need not apply.

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The word women say too much

17 Nov, 2018 8:00am
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Top tips for breaking through the glass ceiling.

Latest From Lifestyle

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LIFESTYLE

Why do people overeat when they're upset?

19 Nov, 2018 8:11am

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I'm a man and I've finally bought myself a purse

19 Nov, 2018 7:00am
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Meghan and Harry face 'tax nightmare' from US officials

19 Nov, 2018 8:31am
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Why have young people stopped having sex?

19 Nov, 2018 9:36am
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Stormy Daniels: 'If I could go back, I'd say no'

17 Nov, 2018 9:45am
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GoFundMe scam couple split after 'betrayal'

18 Nov, 2018 9:10am
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Healthy ways to satisfy your sweet cravings

18 Nov, 2018 6:15am
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Rise & shine with these healthy breakfast recipes

18 Nov, 2018 7:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Teen auctioning virginity for $100,000 to buy a car

19 Nov, 2018 6:55am
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Teen starts website to auction off her virginity just two weeks after turning 18.

LIFESTYLE

Hawkesby: Should kids be made to stand for adults on buses?

19 Nov, 2018 6:28am
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Not only have they split, they're facing jailtime of up to 10 years.

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Celebrity beauty looks we love this week

From Gigi Hadid to Cardi B, check out this week's best in beauty.

Vegetarian salad recipes that are anything but boring

No meat? No worries. Try these fresh salad ideas for any occasion.

Trend Alert: 20 high-shine beauty products to try

Get the multi-dimensional look with these bright lipsticks, eyeshadows and more.

Salmon, chorizo & haloumi skewers with aioli

Trust us, these little sticks will go down a treat at your next drinks.

The best metallic nail polishes to try

Check out the best super shiny nail finishes to get you in the party mood.

Mini white bean & roasted tomato tarts

Pop these tarts on a platter and prepare for them to be demolished swiftly.

The best celebrity looks of the week

See which looks caught our eye this week, from Zoe Kravitz to Amber Valletta.

Fancy party shoes you will actually be comfortable in

Show your soles some love this party season with these heels that aren't sky high.

Asparagus & rocket crepes with caper cream cheese

Searching for the perfect pre-made party nibble? These delicate crepes are our pick.

Win the ultimate luxury spa staycation for two

How do spa treatments, a luxury hotel room and dinner at the Sugar Club sound?

Raw salted honey & lemon cheesecake bars

You'll love Eleanor Ozich's dairy, gluten and refined sugar-free cheesecake bars.

Michelle Obama's inspiring memoir reveals a true and tough story

The former First Lady's new memoir Becoming is a work of realism.

MasterChef judge Monica Galetti is proud to tell the world she is a Samoan-Kiwi. Photo / Doug Sherring

LIFESTYLE

MasterChef judge Monica Galetti on her Samoan-Kiwi roots

18 Nov, 2018 5:00am
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'I've worked a lot overseas but I am Samoan-Kiwi. It's who I am.'

The victim is in the hospital with burns to half of her body after setting herself on fire on Friday as part of the 'Fire Challenge'. Photo / Facebook

LIFESTYLE

Horror new social media challenge landing children in hospital

19 Nov, 2018 8:23am
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Injuries from the stunts are so severe some children have ended up on life support.

Eleven girls and six boys have had new hips on the NHS in the past four years. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Children as young as 10 needing knee, hip replacements

19 Nov, 2018 9:04am
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Children as young as 10 are having hip and knee replacements - are parents to blame?

Latest from Bite

Dark chocolate and raspberry muffins

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

Kimchi and pork pancakes

Korean-inspired kimchi and pork pancakes are a great way to spice up your midweek.

Mussel and zucchini fritters

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

White chocolate Christmas cake

This light fruit cake that is best made at least three weeks ahead, so get baking.

Lunchbox treat: Popcorn jaffa pops

Some popcorn, coconut oil, orange and a drizzle of dark chocolate is all you need.

BBQ fish tacos

This is a family friendly, quick and easy weeknight meal.

Baked chicken wings and slaw

This grazing dinner is perfect for those nights you just don't feel like cooking.

Bite's best fritters and hash cakes

Dozens of simple, yet moorish and irresistible fritter favourites for the busy cook.

Plant-based lunch idea: Cabbage dolma

Try this healthy, lunch-sized, plant-based take on the Mediterranean dolma.

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.

Latest From Travel

San Francisco's Lombard St, nicknamed the

TRAVEL

San Francisco: Let's cut to the chase

19 Nov, 2018 12:00pm

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TRAVEL

Incredible thing this Kiwi 'smart hotel' has ditched

19 Nov, 2018 11:33am
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This Queenstown hotel doesn't have room service, minibar fridges or even room keys.

A passenger is suing British Airways, claiming he suffered back injuries after he was forced to sit next to an obese passenger during a 13-hour flight. Photo / Getty Images

TRAVEL

Man sues British Airways after sitting next to obese passenger

19 Nov, 2018 10:50am
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He claimed the passenger seated next to him was "the size of Jonah Lomu".

On some airlines, bathrooms have become so small an average-size person feels squeezed. Photo / 123RF

TRAVEL

The incredible shrinking airline bathroom

19 Nov, 2018 10:19am
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As airlines try to cram in more seating, bathrooms are becoming an uncomfortable squeeze.

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Dr Mei Peng says the link between smell and people's body-shape was previously a relatively unknown area of scientific study and knowledge. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

NZ study reveals link between smell and obesity

19 Nov, 2018 11:10am

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BUSINESS

Xero CEO on the worst thing about corporate culture

19 Nov, 2018 11:09am
4 minutes to read

Xero's Craig Hudson chats with the Herald.

Kiwi researchers used the much-debated flag referendum to investigate how partisanship can shape our own attitudes and preferences. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Follow the leader: What the flag debate revealed about our personal politics

18 Nov, 2018 11:45am
4 minutes to read

What our preferred party leaders say can change what we think about issues, study finds.

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