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Iran war spreads with strikes across the Middle East and beyond

Four powerful explosions were heard after midnight local time in Tehran.

Jim Carrey ‘clone’ conspiracy is just double talk, says award organiser

Organisers say Jim Carrey spent months preparing his French speech.

PM Christopher Luxon walks back comment on Iran

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he misspoke at Monday's post-Cabinet press conference when discussing action on Iran. Video / Mark Mitchell

US won’t rule out sending ground troops into Iran

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth would not outline the Trump Administration’s exit strategy.

‘We had a go-bag ready’: Kiwi in Dubai shelters as missiles intercepted

Mare Haimona-Riki sheltered his whānau in an underground bunker in Dubai.

Man appears in court after family harm incident closed rural Waikato road

The 47-year-old faces several charges relating to the incident.

McSkimming breached police conduct staying in taxpayer-funded hotels with woman - IPCA

Watchdog finds former top cop stayed in hotels with a police employee 'eight or 10 times'.

Subcontractors chase unpaid retentions and bills in Teak Construction liquidation

A subcontractor claims Teak stretched '30 days' to 30 working days for payments.

Inside: How Trump decided to go to war

New York Times: 'Operation Epic Fury is approved,' Trump said. 'No aborts. Good luck.'

Chilly wake up for Kiwis as autumn snap drags much of the country into single digit temps

Southerly winds ramping up to 90km/h are forecast for parts of Hawke's Bay today.

'Can you save us?': Agent races against the clock to sell home before mortgagee auction

Vendors carrying a million dollars of debt on property with $1.28m RV.

Apple’s cut-price iPhone 17e: What you get, what you don’t

Apple's cheapest iPhone gets MagSafe wireless charging, double the storage.

GrabOne to relaunch under new Kiwi owners after liquidation shutdown

Paradigm Group aims to reconnect with GrabOne's 350,000 customers.

Saudi Arabia on alert after Iran strikes biggest oil refinery

The attack could be a deliberate tactic to disrupt global trade.

Rough around the edges and up for grabs: Epsom mansion for sale

Agent hopes new owner can turn homestead into boutique hotel.

Oil prices soar amid worries of sustained war in Iran

Oil has jumped nearly 8%, with diesel prices surging about 17% worldwide.

Fears dog attacking sheep will move on to people

'My biggest concern is that the dog is going to attack a small child, or anybody.'

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Key member of All Blacks staff leaving role for NFL side

Nic Gill first joined the All Blacks in 2004 and has been part of two World Cup titles.

Sinners? More like winners! And other takeaways from SAG’s Actor Awards

Ensemble winners Sinners and The Studio swept the night's top honours.

Duo biking around the world say NZ drivers are the most aggressive

They spent 17 days cycling 1591km here and say they faced verbal abuse daily.

It's Trump's world, and US allies are just living in it

New York Times: US has acted without any pretence of enlisting support or legal legitimacy

How To Dad’s Jordan Watson: ‘Cheap and cheerful is what’s worked for me’

Watson’s new RNZ show pits his ‘average Joe’ skills against top Kiwi athletes.

Panel: Travel insurance and green investments

Maxim Institute executive director Tim Wilson and GirlBoss CEO Alexia Hilbertidou talk about the latest issues. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Arts festival returns to Venice, house from Heated Rivalry open for bookings | Herald NOW

Latest travel updates on Venice Biennale, house from Heated Rivalry available to book and website unites solo female travellers. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Trump pursues Iranian decapitation without a plan for what comes next

Killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has left Iran’s future power structure unclear.

All Whites lock in base camp for Fifa World Cup campaign

San Diego also hosted Team New Zealand's famous 1995 America's Cup triumph.

Iran's uncertain path to new selecting a new leader

An assembly of experts is meant to choose, but that may not be possible in wartime.

'Not super fun': Lawson still getting to grips with new F1 car

The Kiwi feels better prepared after 'surviving' his first full F1 season.

Petrol prices likely to hike as Iran war disrupts key oil trade route

Westpac's Kelly Eckhold takes a look at how Kiwis will be impacted at the pump as Iran war continues. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Conservation International founder discusses native forests' role in global protection | Herald NOW

Conservation International founder Peter Seligmann discusses the need for thoughtful planning when considering the global issue of production versus protection. Video / Ryan Bridge

Trump says he's 'very disappointed' in Starmer over Iran

He has now withdrawn support for the Chagos deal with Mauritius.

Warner Bros Discovery deal: Has Netflix dodged a bullet? | Herald NOW

Warner Brothers Discovery has bought Paramount for US$110 billion, but was it worth it? Peter Griffin joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Big change seems certain in Iran. What kind is the question

NY Times: Experts say war risks setting off deeper radicalisation or violence in Iran.

YouTube top trader Gary Stevenson picks house price rises; business credit defaults ease, LNG spikes

Business with Forsyth Barr: Star of @garyseconomics bets on rising asset prices; Centrix reports liquidations up, business credit defaults down; QatarEnergy halt spikes LNG price.

Chris Hipkins responds to Middle East-US conflict, NZ living costs and KiwiSaver 2.0| Herald NOW

Leader of the Labour Party Chris Hipkins talks to Ryan Bridge on the Middle East-US conflict, NZ living costs and KiwiSaver 2.0. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

What will be the economic fall-out of the Iran war?

US Market expert Greg Boland with an update on the markets, following escalating conflict in the Middle East. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Thousands of flights disrupted, passengers stranded as Iran war continues| Herald NOW

Consumer NZ's Jon Duffy joins Herald NOW with advice for passengers impacted by air space closures during Iran war. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

HBO Max and Paramount+ to merge into one streaming service

David Ellison has vowed to preserve the HBO brand, calling it 'phenomenal'.

Israelis are tense but relieved that Iran’s leader is dead

New York Times: A series of barrages sent them running repeatedly to bomb shelters.

Renewed calls for Govt to expel Iranian Ambassador as war in Middle East escalates | Herald NOW

Kiwi-Iranian Forough Amin tells Herald NOW she is hopeful of an accelerated collapse of the Iranian regime. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Future of Iranian regime uncertain

Dr Matthew Schmidt from the University of New Haven joins Ryan Bridge to discuss the latest on the conflict in Iran. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Iran war spells danger for global airlines

More than 3500 Middle East flights were cancelled in two days of chaos.

Why Starmer changed his mind on Trump’s war

UK legal advice warned using Diego Garcia for US strikes risked illegality.

Six Nations trophy destroyed after vehicle catches fire

Trophy to be retired after sustaining irreparable damage.

How a teen's spinal injury sparked a major review of pool diving safety

Recreational diving still paused at most Tauranga public pools months after incident.

Erasmus backs Robertson to thrive after All Blacks exit

Erasmus praised Scott Robertson and said the Barbarians suit his style.

What Khamenei’s death means for Russia and China

It underlined that when it comes to military might, the US still reigns supreme.

Easy swaps to avoid ultra-processed foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Small daily changes can have a big impact on our overall health and wellbeing.

Three US fighter jets mistakenly shot down over Kuwait

Three US fighter jets were accidentally shot down over Kuwait early Monday in an apparent friendly fire incident.

MetService morning weather update: March 3

MetService morning weather update: March 3. Video / MetService

Opinion: Why I've broken up with Airbnb for good

"I was doing as many chores during my vacation as I did during my regular days"

Sport Headlines | Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Sport Headlines | Auckland sports fans will be spoilt for choice and Springboks coach says the All Blacks face a tricky transition | Tuesday, March 3, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines| Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Morning Headlines |Transport sector monitors fuel supply as conflict in the Middle East continues and Navy officers face jail over loss of HMNZS Manawanui | Tuesday, March 3

Lisa Seerup: Hearing loss is not just a problem for our aging population

One in four New Zealanders, up from one in 10, are now affected by hearing loss.

From police dog pioneer to new suburb: Bonnington legacy land up for grabs

The 49ha Bonnington Farm could be turned into about 400 new homes.

'I'm focusing here': Roger Tuivasa-Sheck commits to Warriors

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Luke Metcalf and Alofiana Khan-Pereira joined The Big League Podcast.

Golfer breaks his age with spectacular 62

It's a rare golfing feat, but to do it before you can claim a pension is extraordinary.

An all-or-nothing mindset could be hurting your exercise and health goals

Washington Post: Given up on your NY resolution already? Here are some tips to help.

How Trump tries to keep a distance from his own war

Secretary of state Colin Powell called it Pottery Barn rule - if you break it, you own it.

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: March 3

Can you get a hat-trick?

Big business collapse: Director's companies allegedly owe $57m tax

Inland Revenue's probe came after Zespri blacklisted the director's firms in 2022.

Leading lady produces the perfect NZB Kiwi dress rehearsal

Well Written returned to Ellerslie for her final NZB Kiwi trackwork on Monday.

Thames man bashes sister over head with cans of baked beans

The 60-year-old lives 'on the brink of society' rurally on the Coromandel peninsula.

Phones in every cell? The growing pressure to overhaul prison phone rules

One Serco-run prison already has a monitored phone installed in every cell.

Union wants teacher aide in every classroom to support student learning

The teacher aide plan would cost an estimated $300m-$500m a year to run.

Letters: Human suffering can often get lost in the language of war

OPINION: Yet another display of power backed by Western allies.

Property Insider: $5m-plus foreign house-buyers allowed in from Friday - how it will work

Foreigners on golden visas may struggle at Waiheke or Aotea Great Barrier: all explained.