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Trump issues fierce warning to Minneapolis mayor over immigration

The Minnesota city remains the focal point for national tensions over the crackdown.

Explained: The F1 loophole that Red Bull, Liam Lawson could exploit in 2026

ANALYSIS: What do the new engine rules mean for the Kiwi's season?

MetService Daily Weather: January 29 2026

MetService Daily Weather: January 29 2026. Video / MetService

Amazon to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide

Office roles face the bulk of about 30,000 cuts, not warehouse staff.

'Money is just not part of the equation today': Volunteer dentists experience high demand

The two-week Tō Waha dental care initiative is free for adults with urgent dental pain.

Morning quiz: What country is the world's leading producer of mangoes?

Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.

'We cannot survive like this': Mount cafes take a hit after week-long closure

One estimates it has lost up to $60,000.

Heart attack ends Kiwi-born French prop’s career

The 35-year-old was rushed to intensive care in La Rochelle on Tuesday.

Five moments: The red flags US policing experts saw in Pretti shooting

Officers fired 10 shots, some after Alex Pretti lay prone and motionless.

Rosso's recipe to stay the same for Pitmans in Wellington Cup

Rosso is out to continue the South Island's proud Wellington Cup meeting record.

Auckland Airport celebrates 60th anniversary

Auckland Airport is celebrating it's 60th anniversary while embarking on some big projects - and a smaller but complex one. Video / Auckland Airport

‘People were bruised’: Why sales teams are cautious about economic recovery in 2026

Sales teams were burned by early optimism last year.

Poland built the EU’s biggest army, but the threat has changed

Even as countries build up capabilities, the style of warfare is increasingly hybrid.

Harvey headlines bunch of other juvenile stars waiting their turn

Harvey Wallbanger ineligible for Karaka Millions but could get compensation this Saturday.

Mount Maunganui landslide recovery efforts continue one week on

The first victim has been formally identified at the coroner's hearing.

Vigils, silence and karakia: NZ comes together a week after deadly landslides killed eight

Families and friends have held memorials nationwide for the storm victims.

Editorial: As election noise grows, the answer is not cynicism but attention

OPINION: New Zealanders now face months of campaigning ahead of election day.

Board of Peace set to hand Trump sweeping powers over Gaza

New York Times: Draft resolution reveals some of the plans for the new international body.

Letters: How can the same events be reported on so differently by US news outlets?

OPINION: News from a divided America.

Dannevirke A&P Show promises traditional fun and affordable family day out

Utes, cows, equestrian events and more at the 2026 Dannevirke A&P Show.

Jonathan Ayling: NZ must stand with Taiwan against China's threats

OPINION: The era of NZ staying quiet over China's threats against Taiwan is ending.

Mass murderer who killed seven family members promises he won't come back for survivors

The Parole Board has decided if Raymond Ratima should be freed.

Bucking a global trend, Spain offers migrants a legal way to stay

New York Times: Many countries have grown increasingly tough on illegal immigration.

'Upward bullying': Female police inspector awarded $15k amid 'boys' club' culture claims

An ERA probe found Northland CIB's Bridget Doell was bullied in her role.

Auckland Airport turns 60: From farmland to jumbo jets and mega-projects

Airport chief says the way Kiwis get around on land is not sustainable.

The failure of Labour's 'first-year fees-free' scheme - here's why it didn't work

'A tremendous way to spend a lot of money to no effect' - tertiary education consultant.

Art Deco steam train tickets available as early sales slower than usual

About 2500 tickets have been available for the February 19-23 vintage train rides.

Tauranga Council once enclosed Mount campsite with 47 shipping containers for safety

Officials evacuated the campground in 2003 for a week of pre-emptive rockfall works.

Society Insider: Auckland’s new luxury car social media star; Chelsea Winstanley’s glamorous Art Gallery fundraiser

Plus, who was in the VIP marquees for the Karaka Millions at Ellerslie?

NZ’s sodden January explained: What’s driven this month’s big wet? - James Renwick

Central Auckland has had nearly triple its usual January rainfall so far.

'This isn’t who I am': Kanye West apologises and details rehab treatment

Rapper credits his wife, Bianca Censori, for pushing him into Swiss rehab and review.

I had a $1000 red wine bath in Spain for 'wellness'. Here's what it was like

The three-hour vinotherapy ritual unfolds inside a 17th-century Mudéjar palace.

Tony Alexander: Nervous landlords, rising prices and early rate hikes - 2026’s nasty surprises

More investors want to sell, as higher mortgage costs loom.

Beach town's fanciest 'shed' sells for $571,000 for the second time in three months

New buyer swoops after the first deal unexpectedly collapsed.

You can finally kick that screen addiction at these top retreats

Enjoy the sweet relief of a digital detox at these retreats across Aotearoa and Australia.

Masterful Magellan forces a long, hard look at violence and conquest

Lav Diaz’s 160-minute epic tracks Ferdinand Magellan from 1511 to 1521.

Police seek driver who helped injured assault victim in early hours

The person picked up the injured man in Onerahi about 4am.

'Wanted to teach him a lesson': Bakery owner accused of running down man in retaliation

The complainant had earlier thrown a metal bin liner at the defendant's wife's vehicle.

First Mount Maunganui landslide victim formally identified, would have turned 16 today

His body will now be returned to his family.

Watch: Sir John Key on Judith Collins, the 'Margaret Thatcher of New Zealand'

'You knew she wasn't there to eat her lunch.'

Market close: Prices fall as inflation jump stokes interest rate hike fears

The S&P/NZX 50 Index slid 0.73% to close at 13,412.87 on a weak day.

Synthony organisers announce final line-up for 2026 show

The 2025 sell-out event drew 40,000 people and featured more than 183 performers.

Watch: Sir John Key on former National leader Judith Colins leaving politics

Garth Bray talks to Sir John Key regarding former National leader Judith Colins leaving politics. Video / NZ Herald

Parolee wearing a GPS tracker burgled woman's home while she was sick in bed

Ethon Baker-Cleveland then went on to attack a prison officer while awaiting sentencing.

Opinion: I let ChatGPT analyse my Apple Watch data. Then I called my doctor

Washington Post opinion: Why AI 'doctor's could be dangerously wrong.

'Our community is grieving deeply': Vigils planned after Tauranga landslides

The vigil at Coronation Park starts at 7pm, with a karakia at 8pm.

What the Sky/Paramount deal means for your favourite shows

Some series you started on Netflix you may have to finish on Neon.

Janitor turned cowboy dentist: Man sentenced for underground Auckland clinic

Li's clinic was raided – mid-tooth extraction – after an undercover investigation.

Peters claims 'truth not being told' over India deal, but Luxon says that's 'wrong'

"He was wrong then, he’s wrong on this one too,” the Prime Minister says.

The big stink: Sewage-like smell blankets city, 210 odour complaints flood council

Environment Canterbury logged 210 odour complaints in 24 hours.

Beatrice and Eugenie stand by their father as eviction nears

The Princesses were said to have snubbed their disgraced dad at Christmas.

From scandal to survival: The political life and legacy of Judith Collins

Veteran politician remains MP for Papakura and keeps her portfolios until mid-year.

From scandal to survival: The political life and legacy of Judith Collins

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper is with us to unpack a career defined by survival, scandal, comebacks, and crushing presence in New Zealand politics.

Outrageous Fortuna: The life and times of Judith Collins

Judith Collins has called time on nearly a quarter of a century of politics.

Farewell planned for much-loved Northland teacher and sportsman Harry Darkins

A public celebration of his life will be held in Whangārei and live streamed.

Client documents caught up in law firm cyber attack

Police and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner are investigating.

'Every moment was priceless': Uncle's birthday tribute to teenage landslide victim

Puvi Nadason said helping raise his nephew 'was one of the greatest gifts of my life'.

Christopher Luxon says Winston Peters incorrect on India FTA claims

NZ First isn't supporting the deal. Video / Mark Mitchell

'So well looked after': Te Araroa cafe owner back serving after flood evacuations

Maree Brownlie feared losing both her home and business, with fridges full of food.

Police brace for 500km gang funeral procession for William ‘Bird’ Hines’ son

Mossy Hines’ body will take the same route as his father’s in 2023.

150 people from 30 properties evacuated as new slip forms above marae

Tauranga City Council has evacuated residents in an area including Mangatawa Marae. Video / Hayden Woodward

Hawke’s Bay winery falls into liquidation as wine festival calls last round

About 20,000 cases and 400,000 litres of wine will be sold by liquidators.

Slip closes walking track at Maraetōtara Falls

Loose soil, debris and an unstable tree mean the area remains high risk.

Tributes flow for Wellington’s beloved Aro Park cat, Lola

The one-time three-legged Aro Park fixture died in December last year.

Study: Nearly two million military casualties in Ukraine war

Russia's estimated toll of 1.2 million casualties includes up to 325,000 killed.

How would Te Pāti Māori's policy to get rid of prisons actually work?

It says the justice system needs to be radically transformed.

NZ Post defends closure decision as postage use plummets

NZ Post CEO David Walsh said the business' retail footprint hadn't changed since 1989.

US congresswoman attacked during town hall meeting in Minneapolis

In a livestream, a man walks up and sprays what appears to be liquid at Ilhan Omar.