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Why ASB Classic champion Jakub Mensik is destined for greatness in ATP career

Jakub Mensik secured the second ATP title of his career with victory in Auckland.

Ed Sheeran concert-goers warned after fans left waiting for 2am buses

A family heading to North Shore said no extra buses were put on from Britomart last night.

Auckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafe

More than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.

Trump's Justice Department investigates Minnesota governor, Minneapolis mayor

The action focuses on whether Tim Walz and Jacob Frey impeded federal agents.

The Queenstown paradox: More homes are being built, but fewer are being lived in

Buildings are going up at a faster rate in the region than almost anywhere in the country.

'I'm so proud of her': Ashton Kutcher on Demi Moore's The Substance role

The former couple were married from 2005 until their divorce in November 2013.

Dates confirmed for first racing of new America's Cup cycle

The preliminary regatta will allow teams to enter two AC40 crews if they choose.

Ronnie Wood’s son Jesse living on savings as speeding ban adds to woes

Jesse Wood told magistrates he survives on about $2300 a month from savings.

‘He’ll probably get eaten, Tom’: Orca surround late-night Oriental Bay swimmer

Department of Conservation says orca often hunt stingrays in Wellington Harbour.

Inside Chris Hipkins and Toni Grace’s engagement and family life

The former PM and his new bride-to-be share their romantic engagement and wedding plans.

Engineering marvel: The national power grid’s underground secret

Deep beneath the Kaimanawa Forest Park, the Rangipō Power Station churns out 120MW.

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias says abuse allegations ‘absolutely false’

Two former staff allege sexual abuse and forced labour in 2021.

South Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdict

He also faces a separate case where prosecutors have sought the death penalty.

Donor conception gap: Why families need help long after fertility treatment

More than 3600 New Zealanders were donor conceived as of November 2024.

Onehunga shooting: Offenders still at large as victim fights for life in hospital

Police urge anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from 11am yesterday to contact them.

'Logical choice': Wilson tips experienced coach to lead All Blacks to World Cup

Jeff Wilson believes there is one clear candidate to succeed Scott Robertson.

'This is extreme sport': Coutts on SailGP injuries and future plans

Two sailors were injured and the Spanish team damaged their boat during practice in Perth.

Police seek sightings of green Honda after fatal crash near Rotorua

The crash on State Highway 30 left two people dead.

Stay-at-home sons are here – and they’re not going anywhere

In Vallejo, California, one in three people aged 25-34 live with their parents.

Father killed on way to new job in late-night Hamilton crash

Father of two Sandeep Singh had been in his new job for one week.

Young swimmer's final two words before Waikato River claimed his life

His adoptive father says the Waikato River's current trapped him in a whirlpool.

Man dies after being pulled from water at Pilot Bay Beach

Police say the victim was unconscious and could not be revived.

Renee Good was shot in head and chest, new documents show

Her family rejects Ice claims she tried to ram agent Jonathan Ross.

Young nurse left with permanent injury calls for support in mental health wards

Critics of the police withdrawal say assaults have become commonplace in hospitals.

'Adam is both genders': The NZ expert who says we have the Sistine Chapel all wrong

The controversial view behind a new exhibition of Michelangelo's famous frescoes.

40 people airlifted to safety from Waioeka Gorge in overnight rescue mission

Slips and flooding cut off trapped motorists.

ASB Classic men's final preview

NZ Herald tennis writer Michael Burgess looks ahead to the men's decider between third seed Jakub Mensik and seventh seed Sebastian Baez. Video / NZ Herald

Fran O'Sullivan: Bravo Breman, but where's Luxon as Trump wreaks havoc?

OPINION: The Government has yet to stand up for what NZ believes is important.

'Black ice': Hayden Paddon heading into unknown in WRC return

The Kiwi rally driver is without recent pace notes as icy asphalt awaits.

New police investigation into death of toddler Lachie Jones 'near completion'

Senior detectives from the North Island are leading the new probe.

Tough medicine: Nicola Willis eyes scalpel for health spending in 2026 Budget

The Finance Minister also explains her thinking on fossil fuel imports and asset sales.

Living in London on an OE: Learning to love friendships with an expiry date

OPINION: Friendship doesn't need permanence to be real, writes Lillie Rohan.

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026. US and European tensions rise as Trump threatens tariffs on opposition. Soundspalsh kicks off in Raglan this weekend.

Machado gave her Peace Prize to Trump. Can a Nobel be gifted?

There have been a handful of occasions where a Nobel Prize medal has been sold.

OpenAI introducing ads to ChatGPT

Adverts will first appear in the United States for free and lower-tier users.

'Very draining': Job hunt struggles cast shadow on London OE for Kiwis

Some expats say they sent hundreds of CVs before landing even one role.

Ukraine’s robot machine gunner held off Russia for six weeks

For 45 days, Russian front-line troops were pinned back by a remote controlled weapon.

Ed Sheeran opens Loop tour with new tricks at first NZ show

The show contained all of the hits in all of the ways, writes Varsha Anjali.

Rock riffs, multiple sclerosis and unfinished business: Inside Push Push’s comeback

‘I’ve spent my life taking care of myself’: Push Push guitarist Andy Kane on MS and music.

Peter Burling reflects on finger injury as new SailGP season begins in Perth

Peter Burling speaks with NZME’s Christopher Reive in Perth as SailGP gears up for its sixth season.

'Could have been worse': Burling reflects on losing tip of finger and lessons for new SailGP season

Black Foils driver on why the team prioritised freshness ahead of the new season.

Sonny Bill Williams calls for All Blacks captaincy change

Dual code star says changes shouldn’t end with firing of Scott Robertson.

Woman stranded for 15 hours after Air NZ flight diverted

She paid for a new ticket home after being told flights were full for the next two days.

Trump threatens tariffs for countries opposing Greenland takeover

Denmark continues to insist the semi-autonomous territory is not for sale.

Gregor Paul: Inside the All Blacks review – why Robertson's exit was not a player mutiny

ANALYSIS: Player power didn't get rid of Scott Robertson; proper process and scrutiny did.

'Extremely rare' twist in toddler's recovery journey

Zavier Hull has six dialysis sessions a week, each lasting nearly 10 hours.

‘He fought every day’: 33yo father dies after aggressive melanoma spreads to brain

'He understands Dad’s gone, but can’t quite grasp that he won’t be back.'

'They have taken over': CBD grapples with growing homelessness issues

Owners report aggressive acts, damage, daily clean-ups and frustration.

'Very sad': Tower Insurance to close Rotorua office, 50 jobs affected

Some staff to chose redundancy or Auckland; other affected roles change to work-from-home.

Ticket sales booming for Warriors pre-season game in Napier

Organisers say they're 'tracking towards a sellout' for the NRL pre-season game in Napier.

What’s on this summer in Auckland: Festivals, concerts and free family fun

From free Waitangi whānau days to open-air opera, this season is packed with choice.

Editorial: Teen parties can be fun but they can also be incredibly dangerous

OPINION: Recent incidents are a chance for parents to remind teens about party safety.

Editorial: Scott Robertson's exit says more about us than the All Blacks aura

Scott Robertson won 74% of his tests yet still lost the All Blacks job.

Watch: Far North police pitch roles to waitlisted recruits

Police say Canterbury is so full they are not taking any new recruits.

Money man Marsh taking huge momentum into Thorndon Mile

Cambridge trainer tops money list as New Zealand racing enters most lucrative period.

Letters: Is All Blacks rugby in decline?

OPINION: Time is running out ahead of the World Cup, one reader fears.

Mary Holm: How to create good spending habits and avoid keeping up with the Joneses

OPINION: It's important to understand the psychology of spending.

Coro bike park built by local legend now a drawcard for hidden gem tracks

The park now offers more than 6km of tracks, jumps and BMX runs.

The real story behind Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel frescoes

Vatican expert Christopher Longhurst goes behind the scenes of a new exhibition in Wellington. Video / Supplied

Thomas Coughlan: National MPs' angst over housing crash as Luxon and Hipkins mull reshuffles

OPINION: PM appears to have few Cabinet positions to play with.

How to turn simple roast potatoes into a nutrient-packed green salad

Pack some extra goodness into your potato salad.

Paedophile revealed: How an ex-Māori Party candidate ended up with rare indefinite sentence

Kelvin Martin can finally be named following a two-year bid for secrecy.

Morning quiz: Which of Henry VIII's wives was married to him for the shortest time?

Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.

A date with Country Calendar

NZ's longest-running show this year celebrates its 60th birthday - it invited the Herald behind the cameras for a day on the farm. Video / Annaleise Shortland / TVNZ

Far North police pitch roles to waitlisted recruits

Police say Canterbury is so full they are not taking any new recruits.

Hunter Wells: City boy’s tractor lesson ends in surprise hug

OPINION: "I had never seen him hug his own kids, so I felt kind of proud and privileged."

Warm, mostly calm weekend ahead before northern rain moves in Monday

Auckland, Hamilton and Kaitāia are forecast to reach warm highs of 26C.

'I began shaking trees': How Irish reporter nailed Razor scoop 20,000km away; 'Nothing made in China' advertising storm

'Superpower in decline' - world media reacts to AB coach sacking; Mag editors step down.