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'We have to see obesity as a disease': Specialist backs funding jabs

Front Page: Pharmac is weighing public funding for semaglutide weight loss injections.

Should the taxpayer fund weight loss medications?

Obesity specialist Dr Gerard McQuinlan is with us to explore whether these drugs should be funded, or is diet and exercise really the only answer?

Fake $50 and $100 notes circulating: Police warn shoppers and staff to check cash

Fake $50 and $100 notes are being passed in shops across New Zealand.

'Significant interest': NZR defends narrow criteria for next All Blacks coach

Candidates must have test experience, and be New Zealanders.

Dr Jacqueline Rowarth: How to solve NZ's productivity puzzle

OPINION: The economy is improving but needs something more.

New footage reveals extent of destruction in Pāpāmoa landslide that killed two

Several homes were taken out in the slip, with rubble filling them below mangled roofs.

Chris Hipkins speaks to media

Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media.

Police urgently search for two missing teenage boys in Wellington

The two missing teenage boys are aged 15 and 16.

The contenders who fit NZR's All Blacks coaching criteria

NZ Rugby now want an All Blacks coach with proven test head-coaching time.

New business to take over as popular Wellington cafe closes

The news has shocked patrons, who have shared fond memories of the cafe.

83-year-old woman dies after fall from stretcher at Whangārei Hospital

The stretcher was meant to be handled by two staff but had only one.

Ferry carrying 342 sinks in Philippines, at least eight dead

At least 138 people have been rescued so far, with search efforts ongoing.

Black Caps refuse to hit T20 World Cup panic button after India series loss

New Zealand are staring at a whitewash after the first three games.

What to know about the colossal US winter storm

Subzero cold is forecast for some areas of the US all week.

‘Total loss’: Candle fire leaves Napier home gutted, 'nothing salvageable'

Working smoke alarms alerted residents to a fire caused by candles in the living room.

The Country: Weather forecast with Phil Duncan

Phil Duncan, Grant McCallum, Andrew Hoggard, Blair McLean, Jacqueline Rowarth, J McOviney.

Last strengthening work on bridge between Napier and Hastings

Tutaekuri River Waitangi Bridge speed limit could be back to 100km/h next month.

Welsh gun Gethin Lewis wins on big day for Taihape Shears

The Taihape Shears drew 219 competitors after a last-minute venue change.

Republicans struggle to respond to shooting, reflecting political peril

New York Times: US shooting fuels worries within the party about a potential backlash.

NRL greats answer the call for Napier speaking gig

A function in Napier will be held the night before the Manly-Warriors pre-season match.

British mother stabbed to death in Spain

Victoria Hart, 33, was killed in her home in Alhaurin el Grande, Malaga, at the weekend.

Auckland bakery pulls horse meat pies after council visit

NZ Food Safety is now investigating where the horse meat was sourced.

5 surprising causes of erectile dysfunction, according to a urologist

Telegraph: About half of all men aged 40-70 will experience erectile issues, studies show.

NZ Rugby confirms process to find next All Blacks coach after Robertson exit

Candidates will be interviewed by a five-strong appointment panel.

Great Dane: The leader who stands between the US and Greenland

NY Times: Denmark’s PM has, for now, helped block Trump from getting something he wanted.

Andrew Barnes: Reviving Auckland’s CBD, too late or just wrong?

OPINION: The CRL is forecast to deliver $11.9b in gains, but will the people come?

PM visits community centre in Tauranga

Christopher Luxon speaks at the He Maimai Aroha Community Care Centre in Tauranga. Video / NZ Herald

China wins as Trump cedes leadership of the global economy

China now pitches itself as the steady defender of global trade rules.

Art Deco steam stalwart, 84, prepares for his final festival journey

Art Deco Festival steam train volunteer Bill Town is calling it a day after over 30 years.

Herald Explains: Why does Trump want U.S. control of Greenland?

The Arctic island has become hot property as NATO and Donald Trump negotiate the future of Greenland. Video / Dallas Smith, Katie Oliver

Paul Lewis: The telling black marks that Razor had to go

OPINION: It is no crime for an employer to decide an employee is not good enough.

Inside: China fires top general in purge of senior military command

General Zhang Youxia was China’s most senior military official below President Xi Jinping.

Rotorua mayor tops donations and spending, others spent nothing on successful campaigns

Rotorua election 2025: Tapsell tops $15k spend, some councillors spend nothing.

'Biggest elite surfing event ever': Raglan to host WSL New Zealand Pro

The New Zealand Pro will bring 60 of the world’s best surfers to Raglan in May.

US shooting: Second death in Minneapolis crackdown heaps pressure on Trump

There was a shift in tone from Trump officials amid widespread criticism from all sides.

October storm leaves Clutha farms with years of cleanup ahead

The Clydevale storm toppled shelter belts, wrecking kilometres of farm fencing.

Safest vehicles of 2025 revealed

Tesla & MG each feature twice on the list.

'Are they perpetrators or are they victims?': The long shadow of childhood sexual abuse

It is not uncommon to hear that a person who has sexually offended was abused as a child.

NZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion today

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'Never wanted to come back': Paddon on WRC return in Monte Carlo

The Kiwi driver said the rally was one of the most mentally and physically challenging.

UK march: Hundreds protest over asylum seekers housed at former barracks

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says using military sites allows closure of asylum hotels.

Is economic recovery on the cards this year?

Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Matt Montgomerie on the 2026 outlook.

Fermentation: How easy (and healthy) is it to do at home?

Experts explain if making your own sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir and sourdough is worth it.

'Cautiously positive': R&D tax scheme pumps in billions, questions remain

Researchers say it’s too early to see if the scheme is driving productivity improvements.

Well Written's trainer celebrates Karaka Millions win

Trainer Stephen Marsh reflects on Well Written’s impressive 6 length victory. Video / Herald Now

Parliament is back in session

Herald political editor Thomas Coughlan on Parliament being back in session.

Political Scientist Lara Greaves & Simon Bridges join the panel

What's the state of NZ politics ahead of November's election? Video / Herald Now

UK Labour row: Burnham hits back at PM after return to Parliament blocked

Party committee keeps British leader Keir Starmer's rival in England's north at bay.

Joe Schmidt out of All Blacks coaching race, to remain with Australia - report

The 60-year-old will remain loyal to the Wallabies for the 2027 World Cup cycle.

Gloriavale school shutdown

Newstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire sherwood on company director links to illegal lottery and Gloriavale school shutdown.

Police incident shuts key Wellington commuter route

Motorists are being asked to avoid Glenmore St and the Kelburn Viaduct.

Questions remain over Mt Maunganui safety: Mayor Mahe Drysdale on Herald Now

Questions remain over Mt Maunganui safety: Mayor Mahe Drysdale on Herald Now. Video / Herald Now

Child rapist jailed for 19 years for ‘sick and twisted’ abuse of two young best friends

He unsuccessfully sought permanent suppression, worrying he would be targeted in prison.

Sport panel: NZ Rugby continues to look for Razor's replacement

Herald Now Sport Panel: Blackcaps crushed by India as World Cup beckons. Video / Herald Now

Ban social media for UK teenagers now, say bereaved families

Esther Ghey says a three-month consultation is 'not enough' to protect kids.

Mick On Monday: Aussie may well have to wait as bonus beckons

Well Written is the talk of Australasian racing after her Ellerslie stunner.

South Island News: The biggest illegal lottery in the country

South Island news with Claire Sherwood, Monday January 26 2026. Video / Herald Now

What you need to know if you don’t want your KiwiSaver rate to increase

From April 1, default KiwiSaver contributions rise from 3% to 3.5%.

Will sticky inflation resist RBNZ moves? Plus, Mag7 earnings, Precinct Properties fast-track wobble

Business with Forsyth Barr: Bank economists pick rate rises in Q3: Meta, Microsoft earnings this week; Precinct resubmits fast-track application for $1b Downtown build.

Tensions over Greenland simmer down, but what comes next?

U.S. Political Analyst Dan Schnur speaks to Ryan Bridge about the US-NATO framework deal over Greenland's future.

Reviving Auckland’s CBD: too late or just wrong?

Entrepreneur Andrew Barnes says Auckland has built transport without building a destination.

Sport Headlines | Black Caps beaten by India as T20 World Cup nears

Sport Headlines | Black Caps beaten by India as T20 World Cup nears. Video / NZ Herald

Hundreds gather to mourn victims of Mount Maunganui landslide

NZH Deputy Political Editor Adam Pearse on the vigil held in Mount Maunganui.

Major winter storm pounds US from south to northeast

At least 20 states and Washington have declared emergencies as snow falls.

Watch: New video shows 'harrowing' aftermath of deadly Mount landslide

Footage from 74-year-old visitor Bill Baker shows chaos at 9.31am.

Small Business: The Kiwi art handler trusted with Picassos

Joe Dowling talks to Tom Raynel about his small art installation business Art Corp.

Should campground staff have told campers to evacuate before the Mt Maunganui landslide?

Mark Mitchell speaks with Ryan Bridge: "Impact bloody tough, not helpful for me to speculate."

I’m a sex therapist. This is the most common issue I see affecting couples (and how to fix it)

Many couples revive their sex lives by banning sex briefly and rebuilding touch.