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Trump’s attack on Iran risks alienating war-weary supporters

The Iran strike poses a test of how much war Trump’s coalition will tolerate.

'Perfect fit': Why historic Japan-Australasia golf event chose Auckland as a host

It is the first-ever co-sanctioned tournament between the Japan and Australasian tours.

What high blood pressure does to your body

Washington Post: Hypertension can affect your mind, heart, eyes and more.

How Israel lost Americans: Gallup finds a shift in support towards Palestinians

New York Times opinion: Gallup has tracked US views of the Mideast conflict for 25 years.

Iran clerics declare vengeance as anti-US riots spread

Pakistan and Iraq have the largest Shia Muslim populations after Iran.

Kiwi contenders who could replace Petteri Koponen as Breakers coach

The new owners are pushing to bring more New Zealand talent back.

'Real coup': Herald, BusinessDesk editorial changes and a new NZME editorial advisory board leader

Miriyana Alexander returns to newsroom, former PM chief press secretary heads EAB.

Police investigating 'destructive' attack on 3 ambulances after tyres slashed, left undriveable

The incident did not impact emergency ambulance, St John available for emergencies.

Golriz Ghahraman: Many NZ Iranians celebrating US action toward change

Iranian-New Zealanders describe joy, fear and grief as Tehran is bombed.

'This is an evil regime': Luxon hits back after ex-PM calls Govt Iran response a 'disgrace'

NZ condemned Iran's retaliation but stayed silent on the initial strikes.

Willis says Kiwis are 'impatient' for expecting quick cost-of-living turnaround

The Finance Minister admits that she is 'impatient' as well.

Auckland supermarket closes as creditors put it into liquidation

Owner says closing Food4Less had been 'emotional and overwhelming'.

DJs, billionaires and bodysuits: Inside NZ sport’s most unlikely party

Crowds of close to 10,000 turned Millbrook into golf's free festival of fun.

‘It’s surreal’: Iranians in disbelief after Supreme Leader assassinated

New York Times: Some crowds celebrated the killing while others gathered to mourn.

Oil price surge expected due to Middle East conflict

Higher oil and gas prices risk fuelling inflation and slowing global growth.

What future for Iranian leadership after Khamenei’s death?

Universities are shut, security forces deployed and internet access curbed.

Xpeng’s six-wheeled EV van comes with its own deployable aircraft

Driven's Damien O'Carroll reveals the latest car craze. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

War paralyses global transit through Strait of Hormuz

Three ships have been attacked as Iran warns the strait is unsafe.

How the US carried out Khamenei's assassination

Iran's supreme leader wasn’t expecting a brazen, daytime attack on his compound.

Terror probe: Texas gunman had expressed 'pro-Iranian regime sentiment'

Two people were killed and 14 wounded in 'potentially an act of terrorism', FBI says.

What does the Iran conflict mean for prices at the pump?

AA fuel spokesperson Terry Collins reveals what the conflict might mean for you. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Official advice about Ehlers-Danlos syndromes and hypermobility spectrum disorder labelled ‘incredibly damaging’

Patients fear new guidance could see life-sustaining treatments withdrawn.

Young farmer eyes first home dream as KiwiSaver rules change

Liam Herbert is looking forward to supercharging his savings towards a first home.

'Not good enough': City's overnight urgent health service already shut 13 times this year

An average of between four and five people use the service each night.

What's next for the Iran regime? | Herald NOW

US political analyst joins us live from California for the latest on the US-Iran conflict. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Mother jailed after ignoring driving ban 13 times, caught with children in the car

Paula Trainor drove 'erratically' and crashed into a sign with the children in the car.

UK electric car drivers ‘spied on' by previous government through phones

Two-year mass surveillance project commissioned by Department for Transport under Tories.

State Highway 1 north of Whangārei reopens after serious two-car crash

The crash was reported to police about 6.50am.

Ryan vs Nicola on the economy

Finance Minister Nicola Willis clashes with Ryan Bridge over National's poor showing in latest issues poll. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Monday Markets with Forsyth Barr: US-Iran conflict fallout | Herald NOW

Forsyth Barr investment strategist Zoe Wallis gives tips on what to do when market volatility arises. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Iran attack sparks warning for KiwiSaver, fuel, inflation

A spike in fuel costs risks keeping inflation above the Reserve Bank target.

McLaughlin second at Indycar opener as pit crew error sees Dixon lose tyre

Scott Dixon retired on lap 40 after a loose right rear tyre by the pit crew.

Shipping risk and cost rises on Arabian Gulf conflict, Vista Group bucks tech layoff trend

Business with Forsyth Barr: War risk insurance rises for Gulf traffic; box-office firm Vista hires for cloud migration; KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals eclipse first-home buyers.

KiwiSaver 2.0: $5000 free money from birth? | Herald NOW

Fraser Whineray on Ryan Bridge TODAY discusses the KiwiSaver 2.0 proposal. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

PM under pressure: Starmer blown away by a war on two fronts

Labour and Reform were left for dead by a new force in British politics: The Greens.

Helen Clark responds to updates on the violence in Middle East | Herald NOW

Former PM Helen Clark shares her thoughts on the escalating Middle East violence with Ryan Bridge. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Beatrice and Eugenie ‘banned from Ascot’ amid Andrew scandal

The sisters are not working royals and have no official public duties.

Michael Jackson’s estate sued over child sex trafficking claims

The Jackson estate denies all allegations, calling the lawsuit a money-grab.

Tall Blacks crush Guam for Fiba World Cup qualifying win

Jack Andrew led New Zealand with 20 points and nine rebounds in Guam.

Arsenal corner Chelsea into submission, Man Utd climb to third

Arsenal’s 16th goal from a corner this season equalled the Premier League record.

Election 2026: Latest IPSOS poll reveals key election issues, Labour mostly in the lead | Herald NOW

Senior journalist Jamie Ensor joins Ryan Bridge for the latest IPSOS poll. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Daron Parton’s cartoons: March 1 - 31

Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.

Iran strikes send VIP Dubai influencers 'back to reality'

Influencers filmed missiles and burning buildings metres from Dubai hotels.

Split Enz announce two NZ reunion shows

The Forever Enz Tour brings Split Enz home for their first NZ tour in nearly 20 years.

India poised to jump Japan among world economies

New York Times: It has broken every rule about how countries are supposed to modernise.

First US service members killed in operation against Iran

Ayatollah Alireza Arafi has been named to Iran's interim leadership council.

'A disgrace': Helen Clark condemns the Government's statement on the Iran-US conflict | Herald NOW

Helen Clark joins Ryan Bridge to discuss the Iran-US conflict. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Something we all wanted': Iranian Kiwis jubilant after Supreme Leader’s death

Some 500 people went to Cornwall Park in Auckland and celebrated at the weekend.

US ability to determine what comes next in Iran might be limited

NY Times: Democratic Senator Mark Warner says a new leader would probably be a hardliner.

Sport Headlines | Monday March 02, 2026

Sport Headlines | Daniel Hillier wins 105th NZ Open, NZ plays South Africa in T20 semi-final, Stephen Crichton slots field goal in dying seconds of game | Monday March 02, 2026

Fifa monitoring Iran situation as All Whites World Cup opener at risk

Iran are scheduled to face the All Whites in Los Angeles on June 16.

'Stayed patient': Emotional Hillier wins New Zealand Open at Millbrook

Daniel Hillier is the first Kiwi to win the New Zealand Open since 2017.

Iran succession: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei planned for a transition of power

New York Times: Three possible successors as leader were named by Khamenei last year.

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, March 02, 2026

Morning Headlines | NZ exporters watch unfolding violence in Middle East, KiwiSaver rule change, battery-related fires cost rate payers | Monday, March 02, 2026

Two dead in separate North Island highway crashes

One car plunged into a river, and the other fatality was in a three-vehicle crash.

Black Caps find out semi-final opponent, India book last spot

South Africa will face New Zealand in a T20 World Cup semi-final in Kolkata.

Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking in studio. Video / Newstalk ZB

Phil Gifford: Super Rugby’s balance of power suddenly looks very different

OPINION: It's time to take the Australians seriously.

Off-grid couple quit their eco-lodge for 'Hollywood' adventure on the high seas

Their haven comes with a vineyard, truffle farm and one-of-a-kind swimming pool.

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: March 2

Can you get a hat-trick?

MetService morning weather update: March 2

MetService morning weather update: March 2. Video / MetService

Rugby league club feud leaves abandoned HQ in limbo

Stalemate involves two different clubs, the regional governing body and the council.

Door opens to foreign buyers on Friday - but Kiwi women still feel shut out

The six things you need to know about the housing market this week.

Push from Saudis, Israel helped move Trump to attack Iran

Crown prince warned that Iran would come away stronger if the US did not strike now.

Mick On Monday: Field finalised for New Zealand's richest-ever race

The 14 runners for the NZB Kiwi at Ellerslie on Saturday have been decided.

The Conversation: New space race could turn our atmosphere into 'crematorium for satellites'

OPINION: Researchers warn burned satellite dust may speed ozone loss and global warming.

Can the Hurricanes outdo the Warriors for crowd numbers in Napier?

The Warriors attracted 13,575 on February 14. Numbers are so far 'tracking similarly'.

The moment I realised my husband was having an affair

Telegraph: Marny's "whole world came crashing down at 48". Here's how she rebuilt.