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NEW ZEALAND

Exclusive: Spy agency documents left in cafe toilets

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am

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NEW ZEALAND

Simon Wilson: Prefabs are pretty fabulous

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Stephen Tindall - life after The Warehouse

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

'Gang raped and dumped': NZ's most violent city for sex workers

19 Jul, 2018 8:05pm
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SPORT

Olympic figure skating medalist killed

20 Jul, 2018 5:20am
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NEW ZEALAND

Judge disturbed by drunken attacker's pub plan

20 Jul, 2018 6:30am
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LIFESTYLE

Diner served oven cleaner to drink sues restaurant for $5m

20 Jul, 2018 6:18am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Hosking: The Spinoff TV is crap and a waste of our money

19 Jul, 2018 6:02pm
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The man waited with Margaret Thomsen's dog while she went into the supermarket to withdraw money. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Scammers fleece people on streets with sob stories

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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"What a terrible thing to say, that your granddaughter's body is in the back of your van."

The look you give after meeting the Russian president.

WORLD

Melania's 'horrified' reaction to meeting Putin goes viral

19 Jul, 2018 3:13pm
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Video of the moment Melania met Vladimir Putin and had to shake his hand has gone viral.

Pikkotuku Hamilton, an 11-year-old from Auckland, is going on a trip with a group to trace their ancestral roots in Taiwan.

NEW ZEALAND

Project connects young Māori with ancestral cousins in Taiwan

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Pikikotuku Hamilton is one of 10 young Māori going to Taiwan.

TIME's new cover: Trump wanted a summit with Putin. He got way more than he bargained for. Photo / TIME

WORLD

TIME's new controversial cover

20 Jul, 2018 5:07am
2 minutes to read

It's hard to see where Trump ends and Putin begins in TIME's controversial new cover.

DHL:will use a Boeing 767 on its Auckland-Sydney freight service. Photo / Supplied

BUSINESS

DHL upgrades to Boeing 767 on the Tasman

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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The boom in e-commerce means a new aircraft for transtasman freight services.

Maria Butina had her photograph taken with a string of Republicans through her gun activism. Photo / Supplied

WORLD

Spy accused in sex-offer claim

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Russian did what she could to make connections, court told.

BUSINESS

Matthew Hooton: 'Communism by stealth' is here

19 Jul, 2018 6:21pm
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NEW ZEALAND

How plastic threatens NZ seabirds

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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The rescued Thai football team the Wild Boars meets the media for the first time since their rescue last week. Photo / AP.

WORLD

Thai cave boy: 'I thought mum would scold me'

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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The cave boys are out of hospital and talking about their ordeal.

The writer gets Nelson Mandela's autograph on the first day of his Presidency after the Jim Bolger meeting in 1994.

NEW ZEALAND

Barry Soper: How I met Nelson Mandela

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: It was the biggest privilege that I've had in my time in this business.

Gina Stewart, 47, says her 'toxic plastic bags' make her feel like she is 'dying every day'. Photo / Caters News Agency

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi 'glam gran' poisoned by breast implants

19 Jul, 2018 3:15pm
5 minutes to read

The 'World's Hottest Grandma' says her 'toxic' implants have poisoned her.

Slovakia's Peter Sagan puts on the best sprinter's green jersey at the Tour de France. Photo / AP

SPORT

Cyclist announces separation from wife in middle of Tour

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am
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Strange timing to announce it in the middle of the Tour de France.

WORLD

Spy accused in sex-offer claim

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Russian did what she could to make connections, court told.

Whanganui East residents say they are fed up with their neighbourhood being used as a race track after a stolen car smashed through this fence. Photo/Stuart Munro

NEW ZEALAND

Stolen car crashes through fence, victim kicked in face

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Speeding drivers a neighbourhood menace, resident says.

WORLD

Thai cave boy: 'I thought mum would scold me'

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
Quick Read

The cave boys are out of hospital and talking about their ordeal.

NEW ZEALAND

Barry Soper: How I met Nelson Mandela

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: It was the biggest privilege that I've had in my time in this business.

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi 'glam gran' poisoned by breast implants

19 Jul, 2018 3:15pm
5 minutes to read

The 'World's Hottest Grandma' says her 'toxic' implants have poisoned her.

SPORT

Cyclist announces separation from wife in middle of Tour

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am
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Strange timing to announce it in the middle of the Tour de France.

WORLD

Spy accused in sex-offer claim

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Russian did what she could to make connections, court told.

NEW ZEALAND

Stolen car crashes through fence, victim kicked in face

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Speeding drivers a neighbourhood menace, resident says.

OneRoof

House of the week: Hollywood glamour in Herne Bay

19 Jul, 2018 3:33pm
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Home inspired by blockbuster views.

yudu career advice

How to dress for a job interview

19 Jul, 2018 8:00am
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Open toes are out, smart casual is in.

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Keith Murdoch was sent home from an All Blacks tour in the 70s and his whereabouts has remained a mystery until now. Photo / Getty

SPORT

The tragic last days of All Black exile Keith Murdoch

19 Jul, 2018 6:54am

5 minutes to read

Squadron Leader David Allan, a flying instructor, died in 1940 when he fell 850m to the ground from a Tiger Moth after his harness malfunctioned. Photo / Herald archives

Premium & Indepth

The H-Files: A plane, a whistling sound and a thud

Auckland pilot killed in fall from open-top training plane in World War II.

Premium & Indepth

Why David Farrier's new show ruined his life

Radiation, torture and voodoo... David Farrier tells Karl Puschmann he's lucky to be alive

Premium & Indepth

UK FTA talks: They could have chosen anyone, says Parker

David Parker welcomes UK move on FTA as he prepares for more trade talks in Mexico.

Latest From New Zealand

Graham Burgess, of Kaikohe, with one of the few bunches of avocados left in his orchard after thieves stripped about 70 per cent of his crop recently. Photos / Debbie Beadle

NEW ZEALAND

Avocado heist: Orchard stripped but haul inedible

19 Jul, 2018 9:00am

4 minutes to read

NEW ZEALAND

Retiring siege hero has eye damage from court assault

20 Jul, 2018 6:17am
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NEW ZEALAND

Project connects young Māori with ancestral cousins in Taiwan

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Dominion Rd building latest to be deemed quake prone

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

How we could make fruit taste - and look - better

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Project connects young Māori with ancestral cousins in Taiwan

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Barry Soper: How I met Nelson Mandela

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NZ Herald Focus and Local Focus videos

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Students from Ngāti Manu travelling to their 'ancestral land' in Taiwan

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Focus: Lines down the street for Kendrick Lamar's pop-up store

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Serious failings in Police response to the actions of Rhys Warren

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Kiwi cartoonist goes viral with Trump drawing

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
1:16

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Many police staff on verge of quitting over pay, union says

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
1:22

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Earthquake-prone buildings identified by Auckland Council

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
1:28

MANAWATU GUARDIAN

Local Focus: Sweet strawberries all year round

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Focus: Auckland property valuation meltdown - council lashes out at QV for lack of site visits

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: The moment Bowie the dog was reunited with her owner

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Latest From Business

BUSINESS

Stephen Tindall - life after The Warehouse

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am

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BUSINESS

Get Sorted: Why money's not flowing into KiwiSaver

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

DHL upgrades to Boeing 767 on the Tasman

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Trump on Google's record $7 billion fine: 'I told you so!'

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20 Jul, 2018 6:34am
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BUSINESS

Matthew Hooton: 'Communism by stealth' is here

19 Jul, 2018 6:21pm
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BUSINESS

$100m-plus hotel and entertainment centre planned

20 Jul, 2018 6:00am
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BUSINESS

Fur real: 27-year-old Kiwi taking her costumes to the world

19 Jul, 2018 5:07pm
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BUSINESS

Big Read: Auto industry cries foul as Trump moves toward car tariffs

19 Jul, 2018 4:30pm
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Sky TV is unlikely to be one of the winners from the weakened NZ dollar. Photo / File

BUSINESS

Stock Takes: Weak dollar's winners and losers

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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A weaker NZ dollar will create some winners and losers on the share market.

Auckland is struggling to keep up with growth, while many councils face a declining population. Photo / Doug Sherring

BUSINESS

Brian Fallow: Seeking relief from rising rates bills

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Rates keep outstripping inflation - is there a better way for councils to raise money?

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

The art of not losing money

20 Jul, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

Suncorp New Zealand's executive general manager of people experience, Catherine Dixon. Picture / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

A boom(er) time ahead for jobs

20 Jul, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

So you want to be a rock star?

17 Jul, 2018 12:00am
3 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

How sawdust is worth $500,000

13 Jul, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

How can NZ business survive?

13 Jul, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

Win 2½ weeks of extra free time

13 Jul, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

Is Auckland headed for disaster?

10 Jul, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

Outliving income damaging Kiwis

29 Jun, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

The milk that can change the world

26 Jun, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

OneRoof Property News

Country home a window to the seasons

19 Jul, 2018 3:32pm

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Oneroof

How to do your own Block renovation

19 Jul, 2018 3:28pm
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What should you expect from renovations, and how can you finance it?

oneroof

You make living fun

oneroof

Home-owners 'under increasing pressure'

oneroof

Buy first or sell first - does it make a difference?

oneroof

Sweeping curves and a dramatic colour scheme

oneroof

Club Pt Chev: You'd think this house was a resort

19 Jul, 2018 3:31pm
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Property delivers sun-soaked generous outdoor living.

oneroof

Winter property market myths, and why you should ignore them

19 Jul, 2018 3:29pm
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Colder, damper months can work to the advantage of buyers and sellers.

Opinion

The 'sensory garden area' seen inside the new wing at Auckland Prison.

NEW ZEALAND

Hawkesby: What's there to dig about a sensory garden in prison?

19 Jul, 2018 6:39am
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COMMENT: Will our most violent criminals benefit from stopping to smell the spearmint?

NEW ZEALAND

Hosking: the big mistake with public service TV

19 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Hosking: let's not repeat another costly mistake with public television

U.S. President Donald Trump, (left), and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Photo / AP

NEW ZEALAND

Soper: Trump's loose lips brings the US to its knees

19 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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COMMENT: Putin keeps strong denial that he ever interfered with US election.

Latest From World

WORLD

TIME's new controversial cover

20 Jul, 2018 5:07am

2 minutes to read

With record-breaking heat in many places has come wildfires. Photo / AP

WORLD

Sweden calls for help to battle fires

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

As record temperatures hit Norway, Finland and Sweden.

WORLD

Spy accused in sex-offer claim

20 Jul, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Russian did what she could to make connections, court told.

Russian President Vladimir Putin. Photo / AP

WORLD

Decade-long cat and mouse chase across the globe

19 Jul, 2018 7:07pm
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LISTEN: Trump/Putin summit has a financier, who is in in hiding, questioning his future.

Novichok is thought to have been left behind by the would-be assassins who targeted former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and Yulia (pictured) in Salisbury four months ago. Photo / Supplied

WORLD

Police 'identify' Russian Novichok attackers

19 Jul, 2018 5:41pm
3 minutes to read

Officers think several Russians were involved in the attempted murder of the spy.

Motoring News

Nissan Leaf Nismo goes on sale ... in Japan only

19 Jul, 2018 3:00pm
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SsangYong Takanini dealership fined $75,000 for consumer law breaches

19 Jul, 2018 2:03pm
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Mazda and Volvo score five-star ANCAP ratings with new SUVs

19 Jul, 2018 1:37pm
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CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 14: Chicago Engineer and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk of The Boring Company talks about constructing a high speed transit tunnel at Block 37 during a news conference on June 14, 201

Elon Musk apologises for calling Thai rescue diver a 'pedo'

19 Jul, 2018 12:20pm
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First McLaren Senna delivered to U.S. is far from stock

19 Jul, 2018 10:00am
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One of the central displays at CRC Speedshow will be a celebration of some of the world's most iconic movie cars, including 'Herbie' the VW Beetle, 'Eleanor' from Gone in 60 Seconds, and the DeLorean

From DeLoreans to jet cars: an A–Z of this weekend's CRC Speedshow

19 Jul, 2018 9:00am
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76848611 - charging battery of an electric car

'Game-changing' app launched for Kiwi EV drivers

18 Jul, 2018 3:30pm
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Former Toyota president Dave Buttner takes over Holden

18 Jul, 2018 2:13pm
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Latest From Sport

Ma'a Nonu during his first stint with the Blues. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Why Ma'a Nonu
to the Blues
could happen

19 Jul, 2018 5:08pm

4 minutes to read

Kevin Kisner of the US plays out of the bunker on the 17th hole during the first round of the British Open Golf. Photo / AP

SPORT

Kisner takes early lead in British Open

20 Jul, 2018 5:54am
2 minutes to read

Kevin Kisner took advantage of light winds and warm temperatures

SPORT

'Unbelievable': Thomas makes history on Alpe d'Huez

20 Jul, 2018 5:05am
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SPORT

Where Chiefs v Canes clash will be won

19 Jul, 2018 7:54pm
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SPORT

Cyclist announces separation from wife in middle of Tour

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am
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Lewis Hamilton has signed a deal with an expected $77m a year.

SPORT

Lewis Hamilton signs new $77m-a-year deal

20 Jul, 2018 4:45am
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Lewis Hamilton made it clear he did not approach other teams before signing massive deal

The brawl between Australia and the Philippines. Photo / Getty

SPORT

13 players suspended after basketbrawl

19 Jul, 2018 7:25pm
3 minutes to read

10 players from the Philippines and three Australians have been banned.

Latest Video

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Students from Ngāti Manu travelling to their 'ancestral land' in Taiwan

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather Wellington: July 20th

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather Christchurch: July 20th

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

NORTHERN ADVOCATE

Stolen animals returned to Whangārei pet shop

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather New Zealand: July 19th - 21st

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

BUSINESS

Agribusiness - Dairy industry

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

ENTERTAINMENT

Focus: Lines down the street for Kendrick Lamar's pop-up store

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

ENTERTAINMENT

'Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind' trailer

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi dubbed 'world's hottest grandma' regrets boob job

20 Jul, 2018 4:25am

Latest From Entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT

Why David Farrier's new show ruined his life

19 Jul, 2018 7:00am

9 minutes to read

ENTERTAINMENT

Album review: Jed Parsons, Midnight Feast

19 Jul, 2018 12:20pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

Kiwi star shines in the heartbreaking Leave No Trace

19 Jul, 2018 9:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Watch: Rami Malek transforms into Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody trailer

19 Jul, 2018 2:09pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

'I won't go near children anymore': Sir Cliff Richard reveals impact BBC reports had

19 Jul, 2018 9:06am
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ENTERTAINMENT

'He didn't want to die': Glee star Cory Monteith's mum opens up

19 Jul, 2018 1:52pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

Star slams castmates: 'They can f*** off'

19 Jul, 2018 12:56pm
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Auckland's Civic Theatre is just one of the things that makes the Film Festival so magical.

ENTERTAINMENT

How to make the most of the film festival

19 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Hundreds of films and so little time to choose: how to make the most of the film festival.

Ciara's new music video made in colaboration with Kiwi choreographer Parris Goebel and her ReQuest dance crew.

ENTERTAINMENT

Parris Goebel and Kiwi dance crew collaborate with Ciara

19 Jul, 2018 8:22am
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Parris Goebel and her ReQuest dance troop are killing it on the world stage again

Movies

Scene from local film Maui's Hook, screening at the NZIFF

MOVIES

Movie review: Maui's Hook

19 Jul, 2018 11:45am
2 minutes to read

Movie review: Maui's Hook

Mamma Mia Here We Go Again saw the original cast reunite - except for Meryl Streep.

MOVIES

Mamma Mia returns - but where's Meryl?

19 Jul, 2018 10:30am
5 minutes to read

Ten years after Mamma Mia became the world's most successful movie musical, it's back.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

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

Two sports stars appeared on stamps here in 1990. Jack Lovelock and who? Photo / Getty Images

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: July 20

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

New to WatchMe

ZM Crash Course (PG - L)

Do the new ZM Drive hosts have what it takes to be on the reputable ZM frequency?

Smokefree Rockquest (G)

We are in Rotorua for one of the last Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals of 2018!

Panther Hunt (PG - L)

Hemi Perata, an attention-seeking fishmonger, claims to have seen a mythical black panther.

Trending on SPY

Kiwis Clint Eastwood, Julia Roberts, Michael J Fox and Matty McLean.

Meet the Kiwis with famous celeb names

19 Jul, 2018 9:32am
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Kiwis Clint Eastwood, Julia Roberts, Michael J Fox talk about their famous names.

Partners' revenge: The annoying things Toni and Sam do

19 Jul, 2018 8:37am
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From flicking gum and leaving toenails on the carpet - these habits are pretty bad.

Radio host's embarrassing gym fail

18 Jul, 2018 3:14pm
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While attempting some squats at the gym, the worst thing happened to Flynny.

Brace yourselves: MAFS NZ is coming soon

18 Jul, 2018 1:47pm
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Season two "isn't far away" so are you ready for the drama?

Toni v. Hilary: Who rates higher?

17 Jul, 2018 1:50pm
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Fans loved Toni's return to Seven Sharp...but did it make a difference to the ratings?

Saoirse's shout out to NZ

17 Jul, 2018 12:59pm
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Lovely Bones actress Saoirse Rowan has made an endearing shoutout to our little country.

Hilary Barry and Anika Moa. Photo / Instagram

Anika Moa and Hilary Barry do Drake dance challenge

17 Jul, 2018 7:59am
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The Seven Sharp hosts have taken part in the latest dance craze sweeping the globe.

Miguel loves Piha beach. Photo / Instagram

Miguel enjoys NZ's Piha beach

16 Jul, 2018 3:19pm
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"First time being on a black sand beach. Big love New Zealand," he gushes.

Kissing colleagues: Why did Toni Street kiss Sam Wallace?

16 Jul, 2018 1:55pm
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"It's slightly weirder with Sam because he's like our brother", Toni said after the kiss.

Is KJ Apa joining Survivor?

16 Jul, 2018 11:01am
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The Kiwi Riverdale star says "the tribe has spoken."

Alana and Sonny Bill Williams. Photo / Instagram

Sonny Bill Williams' cute shout out to his wife

16 Jul, 2018 7:50am
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It's no secret that the rugby star loves being a dad as much as he loves footy.

Heartbreak host felt 'too skinny' next to stars

15 Jul, 2018 11:07am
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"When I saw the level of the cast...I decided it was probably time to go to the gym"

YUDU Career Advice and Jobs

The scholarships will help nurses further their careers. Photo / 123RF

Scholarship for Maori nurses

18 Jul, 2018 12:00pm

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YUDU

How to ask for a pay rise

YUDU

How to hide your job search

YUDU

Part-time jobs can make teens wealthy

18 Jul, 2018 8:13am
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Whether serving tables or stocking shelves, teens need to decide how to spend their wage.

Stress levels are rising in Kiwi workplaces. Photo / Supplied

YUDU

Kiwi bosses stop after-hours work emails

17 Jul, 2018 12:00pm
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Staff wellbeing behind call to switch off.

Latest From Lifestyle

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi 'glam gran' poisoned by breast implants

19 Jul, 2018 3:15pm

5 minutes to read

LIFESTYLE

Why is mental health therapy in Auckland so expensive?

19 Jul, 2018 7:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Millennial's money diary has people outraged

19 Jul, 2018 8:21am
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LIFESTYLE

Kiwi MS battler needs support for Mexico treatment

19 Jul, 2018 6:00am
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LIFESTYLE

World-first blood test detects skin cancer before it spreads

19 Jul, 2018 9:01am
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LIFESTYLE

Private investigator: 12 signs your partner is cheating

19 Jul, 2018 9:45am
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bite.co.nz

Chilli con carne cannelloni

19 Jul, 2018 12:00pm
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viva.co.nz

Annabel Langbein's travels in France

19 Jul, 2018 8:45am
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Becoming a step-parent has helped change Richie Hardcore's life for the better. Photo / Instagram

LIFESTYLE

Richie Hardcore: The impact of becoming a step-dad

19 Jul, 2018 8:58am
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"It definitely wasn't on my list of things to do growing up."

The Duchess enjoyed hikes, camping, freshly-baked cookies and fly fishing. Photo / The Tig Instagram

LIFESTYLE

Meghan Markle's NZ visit will be very different to her last

19 Jul, 2018 9:31am
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We aren't sure if Speight's will be on the menu for the Duchess' visit this time around.

Trending on Viva

Quick wholemeal carrot cake with cream cheese icing

Spiced, nutty carrot cake with lush cream cheese icing will never go out of fashion.

Fitness influencer Lana Van Hout's beauty routine

The model and adidas athlete shares her balanced approach to beauty and wellbeing.

Fun things to do around Auckland this weekend

Not sure what to do this weekend? We've got you covered.

Inside the new fashion documentary Yellow Is Forbidden

Rosie Herdman meets film-maker Pietra Brettkelly ahead of the release of her latest film.

Eleanor Ozich's healthy raw cheesecake slice

This raw berry cheesecake slice will have you smitten with only one, delicious bite.

Jesse Mulligan reviews Satya Chai Lounge

Jesse Mulligan heads to this K Rd favourite for cocktails and stand-out snacks.

Listen to the Viva Talks podcast with NZ film-maker Pietra Brettkelly

We talk to the award-winning film-maker about her latest film Yellow is Forbidden.

Neighbourhood Watch: Where to eat, shop & visit in Parnell

Parnell is on the up, with charming boutiques, weekend markets and lots of good eating.

12 of the best face masks to suit every skin type

No matter your skin type or texture, look to these skin saviours to restore radiance.

Nothing else Melania Trump wears will ever matter again

Can there be fashion diplomacy after detonating the nuclear option?

Celebrity beauty 'grams we love this week

Trust your Instagram feed to serve all the beauty inspiration you desire this week.

12 recipes every cheese lover needs in their life

Say cheese! These delicious dishes celebrate cheese in all its glory.

Princess Eugenie of York is preparing to wed Jack Brooksbank on October 12. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

How Princess Eugenie is copying Harry and Meghan's wedding

19 Jul, 2018 10:45am
Quick Read

They say it's the best form of flattery but has Eugenie gone too far?

Courtney weight 97kg at her heaviest, but has since changed the way she eats. Photo / Instagram

LIFESTYLE

'The rule that helped me lose 22kg'

19 Jul, 2018 11:16am
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'I am the biggest advocate that nobody should be afraid to eat.'

A waiter was left sick to his stomach after receiving a nasty message on a receipt by a customer. Photo / Facebook

LIFESTYLE

'Sick to my stomach': Offensive note to waiter

19 Jul, 2018 9:34am
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'It's not about them, it's not about me. It's about this hatred that is still going on.'

Latest from Bite

Spinach and baby leek crepes

Pancakes for dinner? We'll allow it.

Canned peach clafoutis

A comforting dessert that can be made in a hurry from pantry and fridge ingredients

Lazy lasagne

Hankering for lasagne but short on time? Jan Bilton has the answer.

Vege and tofu stir-fry

A vegetarian dinner packed with flavour and nutrition

Chocolate and boysenberry clafoutis

A dessert easy enough for the kids to make - serve straight from the oven, puffed and warm

Moroccan fish with couscous

Just seven ingredients yet so much flavour

Tomato, thyme and feta prawns

For those days when comfort food is required but time is tight

Apple lemon slice

A sticky lemon curd topping and apple slices nestled in a cakey batter - slice of heaven.

Best Hong Kong-style lemon chicken

Melt-in-the-mouth tender, this sweet and sour chicken is a family favourite

Old-fashioned fudge slice

The perfect afternoon or after-dinner or anytime-of-day pick-me-up

Patty melt

A sandwich with hamburger qualities and minimal fuss

Minestrone 2.0

This quick and easy new take on minestrone is a warming winter wonder

Latest From Travel

The road that links Queenstown to Glenorchy, along Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand. Photo / Getty Images

TRAVEL

Josh Emett's favourite Queenstown spots

19 Jul, 2018 12:57pm

3 minutes to read

TRAVEL

That don't impress me much: Overrated destinations around the world

19 Jul, 2018 2:00pm
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Sometimes tourist destinations just don't live up to your expectations.

Five international ocean swims you must try.

TRAVEL

Five international must-do ocean swims

19 Jul, 2018 1:00pm
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Scott Rice lists his five favourite ocean swims.

TRAVEL

Josh Emett's favourite Queenstown spots

19 Jul, 2018 12:57pm
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