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Trump attacks Europe over migration
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Trump attacks Europe over migration

European leaders sat in silence as Trump warned their nations were 'going to hell'.

23 Sep 06:10 PM
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City's tarnished image dominates tourism debate

Rotorua mayoral candidates outline tourism plans as reputation and safety take focus.

23 Sep 06:01 PM
World

As Russia pummels Ukraine’s energy, Kyiv strikes back at its oil refineries

As Russia hits gas networks, power stations; Ukraine sets several oil refineries ablaze.

23 Sep 06:00 PM

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Letters: To solve economic ‘death spiral’, look to the past
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Letters: To solve economic ‘death spiral’, look to the past

OPINION: The PM's stance on Palestine, mental health services and Art History.

23 Sep 06:00 PM
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Inside the AOC and Mamdani alliance
World

Inside the AOC and Mamdani alliance

NY Times: Privately, Ocasio-Cortez initially questioned Mamdani’s experience, viability.

23 Sep 06:00 PM
'National treasure': Historic lighthouse keeper's cottage for sale for $1m-plus
Property

'National treasure': Historic lighthouse keeper's cottage for sale for $1m-plus

23 Sep 06:00 PM
A crisis: New props for crucial Magpies game
New Zealand

A crisis: New props for crucial Magpies game

23 Sep 06:00 PM
Racing’s biggest names confirm for Te Rapa regardless of weather
Racing

Racing’s biggest names confirm for Te Rapa regardless of weather

23 Sep 06:00 PM
Gregor Paul: The hard truth behind NZ Rugby's near-empty trophy cabinet
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Gregor Paul: The hard truth behind NZ Rugby's near-empty trophy cabinet

23 Sep 06:00 PM
What the candidates say will decide Wairoa’s future after years of storms
New Zealand

What the candidates say will decide Wairoa’s future after years of storms

Four candidates are vying for the mayoralty as Wairoa heads to the polls.

23 Sep 06:00 PM
Ryder Cup row over pay lingers as US stars pledge charity donations
Golf

Ryder Cup row over pay lingers as US stars pledge charity donations

Europe’s players told Luke Donald they want no money for the Ryder Cup.

23 Sep 05:57 PM
Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: September 24
Sport

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: September 24

Can you get a hat-trick?

23 Sep 05:55 PM
'One of cricket’s most beloved figures': Tributes flow for Dickie Bird
Cricket

'One of cricket’s most beloved figures': Tributes flow for Dickie Bird

He umpired 66 Tests and three World Cup finals across a 23-year career.

23 Sep 05:39 PM
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2degrees increases operating earnings, prepares to enter space race
Business

2degrees increases operating earnings, prepares to enter space race

The telco's CEO is talking up some big corporate wins.

23 Sep 05:09 PM
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Luxon and Willis fail to make top 10 in CEO Cabinet ratings
Mood of the Boardroom

Luxon and Willis fail to make top 10 in CEO Cabinet ratings

Neither Christopher Luxon nor Nicola Willis made the top 10 in this year’s survey.

23 Sep 05:05 PM
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Time for a new playbook? CEOs call for bold strategy as Luxon rating falls
Mood of the Boardroom

Time for a new playbook? CEOs call for bold strategy as Luxon rating falls

CEOs would like to see the Government forge a bolder path into the future

23 Sep 05:04 PM
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Willis under pressure as CEOs deliver blunt verdict on Govt’s growth agenda
Mood of the Boardroom

Willis under pressure as CEOs deliver blunt verdict on Govt’s growth agenda

Willis' performance score dropped to 3.09/5, down from 3.88 last year.

23 Sep 05:03 PM
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Hipkins risks leaving Labour invisible, CEOs warn
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Hipkins risks leaving Labour invisible, CEOs warn

Business leaders slam Labour opposition for lack of leadership, direction.

23 Sep 05:02 PM
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Boardroom verdict: Why Luxon’s leadership divides business leaders
Mood of the Boardroom

Boardroom verdict: Why Luxon’s leadership divides business leaders

Just 3% of CEOs rate Christopher Luxon’s domestic performance as ‘very impressive’.

23 Sep 05:01 PM
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Giant penguin fossil unearthed on Taranaki coast sheds new light on extinction
Opinion

Giant penguin fossil unearthed on Taranaki coast sheds new light on extinction

The fossil skull found in Taranaki is 31% longer than that of an emperor penguin.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Richard Harman: Luxon faces doubts as polls tighten and caucus loyalty looks shaky
Opinion

Richard Harman: Luxon faces doubts as polls tighten and caucus loyalty looks shaky

It is now conceivable that this could be a one-term Government.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Giant penguin fossil unearthed on Taranaki coast sheds new light on extinction
Opinion

Giant penguin fossil unearthed on Taranaki coast sheds new light on extinction

The fossil skull found in Taranaki is 31% longer than that of an emperor penguin.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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CEOs lift profit hopes but still wary on hiring
Mood of the Boardroom

CEOs lift profit hopes but still wary on hiring

Only 31% of business leaders plan to hire more staff in the next 12 months.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
Watch: Mood of the Boardroom – CEOs deliver verdict on the Government
Mood of the Boardroom

Watch: Mood of the Boardroom – CEOs deliver verdict on the Government

Chief executives give a harsh appraisal of Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Richard Harman: Luxon faces doubts as polls tighten and caucus loyalty looks shaky
Opinion

Richard Harman: Luxon faces doubts as polls tighten and caucus loyalty looks shaky

It is now conceivable that this could be a one-term Government.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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She wants to start a blood bank for zoos
World

She wants to start a blood bank for zoos

New York Times: Dr Lily Parkinson is building a frozen blood bank for endangered species.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Tory Whanau U-turns on future mayoral bid, eyes run for Parliament
Wellington

Tory Whanau U-turns on future mayoral bid, eyes run for Parliament

Whanau has previously said she'd 'love to have a crack at being a minister'.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Generate Wealth Weekly: What divorce does to KiwiSaver and how to rebuild after the split
Opinion

Generate Wealth Weekly: What divorce does to KiwiSaver and how to rebuild after the split

OPINION: The hidden cost of divorce and why your finances take a hit.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Mood of the Boardroom: Confidence slips as CEOs grow cautious
Mood of the Boardroom

Mood of the Boardroom: Confidence slips as CEOs grow cautious

US tariffs and global tensions are clouding optimism despite local recovery.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
Heavy rain and storms set to batter northern North Island
New Zealand

Heavy rain and storms set to batter northern North Island

Thunderstorms and localised downpours are expected across Northland this morning.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Air NZ adds dedicated rooms at big new hangar named for five airline chiefs
Airlines

Air NZ adds dedicated rooms at big new hangar named for five airline chiefs

Rooms for the bosses unveiled after new hangar opening, leadesrhip shake-up.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Why a 19-year-old Aucklander wants to be Western Bay's mayor
New Zealand

Why a 19-year-old Aucklander wants to be Western Bay's mayor

Danielle Borell-Faa’soo says she would move back to Western Bay if elected.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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She wants to start a blood bank for zoos
World

She wants to start a blood bank for zoos

New York Times: Dr Lily Parkinson is building a frozen blood bank for endangered species.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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Tory Whanau U-turns on future mayoral bid, eyes run for Parliament
Wellington

Tory Whanau U-turns on future mayoral bid, eyes run for Parliament

Whanau has previously said she'd 'love to have a crack at being a minister'.

23 Sep 05:00 PM
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