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Suitcase murder trial: Auckland mum Hakyung Lee guilty of killing children

After 3.5 hours deliberations, child-killing mum Hakyung “Jasmine” Lee has been convicted a double-murderer, Emily Ansell reports. Video / NZ Herald

Herald NOW: Personal Finance with Forsyth Barr

Herald NOW: Personal Finance with Brad Gordon. Video Herald NOW

Mating rituals of endangered Leopard sharks filmed in scientific first

Marine Biologist Dr Hugo Lassauce filmed the three sharks off the coast of Nouméa. Video / NZ Herald

Christchurch Hospital critically overloaded, claims patients are dying

Newstalk ZB South Island reporter saw first hand the dire state of Christchurch Hospital, where it was standing room only. Video / NZ Herald

Haulage sector feeling positive about economy

BusinessDesk's Garth Bray joins Michael Morrah on Herald NOW to discuss positive economic sentiment in the haulage sector, BioLumic and a privacy warning to shoplifters.

Fran O’Sullivan speaks at Mood of the Boardroom 2025

Fran O’Sullivan's speech from Mood of the Boardroom 2025. Video / NZ Herald

Experts reject Trumps 'baseless' paracetamol claims

Why GP and Chair of General Practice NZ, Bryan Betty says Trumps paracetamol claims are false. Video / NZ Herald

Political panel: Karen Chhour and Ricardo Menéndez Mrch

ACT Minister karen Chhour and Green MP Ricardo Menéndez March discuss a special immigration case, proposed Holiday Act changes and new residency visas. Video / NZ Herald

Herald NOW Weather: September 24th, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 24th, 2025

Kea Kids News: Meet the 9-year-old rolling old blokes at bowls

Reporter Sasha is in Hamilton with Pixie Blake, Waikato’s youngest indoor bowls champ, fresh off her team’s victory at the Champion of Champions.

Inside the showdown between senior doctors and Health NZ over pay

ASMS executive director Sarah Dalton speaks to The Front Page to break down the latest in talks, and what we can do in future.

Construction set to begin on Ōtaki to north of Levin State Highway 1

Luxon and Bishop attend the sod-turning ahead of construction beginning on the new 24-kilometre stretch of State Highway 1 from Ōtaki to north of Levin. Video / Mark Mitchell

Dua Lipa uses strength training to help her walk in heels

Pop star Dua Lipa has revealed she uses strength training to help her walk in heels. Video / Video Elephant

Jon Bon Jovi on becoming a grandfather

Jon Bon Jovi on becoming a grandfather after Jake Bongiovi and Millie Bobby Brown’s adoption. Video / Video Elephant

NZ Herald Live: Mood of the Boardroom

Mood of the Boardroom

Hakyung Lee found guilty of killing her children

Hakyung Lee suitcase double-murder trial: Mother found guilty of killing her children.

AI and intuitive controls: Could smart glasses be the new smart phone?

Gorilla Technology CEO Paul Spain speaks on Herald NOW about the latest developments in smart glasses. Video / NZ Herald

Government unveils two new pathways to New Zealand residency

BusinessDesk's Garth Bray joins Michael Morrah on Herald NOW to discuss the government's announcement of two new paths to New Zealand residency.

NZ Herald Live: Hon Brooke van Velden speaks to media

Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Hon Brooke van Velden speaks to media.

The mood in New York as the UN General Assembly comes to town

Political Commentator Danielle McLaughlin joined Herald NOW to discuss the United Nations General Assembly and US opposition to various nations recognising Palestine as a state.

MetService Severe Weather Warning: 23-24th September 2025

MetService Severe Weather Warning: 23-24th September 2025. Video / MetService

Suspected bird poisoning at Pāpāmoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park

A video taken by Pāpāmoa resident Jill McFarlane of a sparrow that she suspects was poisoned, along with dozens of others she found on Thursday and Friday.

Trailer: House of Guinness

New Netflix series, House of Guinness. Video / Netflix

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media

Christopher Luxon speaks to media

Trump ties autism risk to Tylenol; urges pregnant women to 'fight like hell not to take it'

Trump ties autism risk to Tylenol; urges pregnant women to 'fight like hell not to take it'. Video / AFP

Winston Peters speaks after attending UN conference

Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks t omedia after attending UN conference regarding recognising Palestine as a state.

Will NZ recognise Palestine as an individual state? The UN meets today

Former Prime Minister Helen Clark joined Herald NOW to discuss the United Nations and New Zealand's planned statement on recognising a state of Palestine.

Jorja Miller on awards, injuries and Black Ferns World Cup

Black Ferns loose forward Jorja Miller speaks to the Herald following her nomination for two World Rugby awards. Video / NZ Herald

Herald NOW: Mood of the Boardroom preview

Herald NOW: Mood of the Boardroom preview. Video / Herald NOW

Cameron Rowston set for UFC debut in Perth

UFC light heavyweight Navajo Stirling will take on Brazilian Rodolfo Bellato in Perth this weekend. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Erica Stanford and Nicola Willis speak following immigration announcement

Erica Stanford and Nicola Willis deliver an immigration announcement Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Hospitals pause as Health NZ strikes, Government to boost schools

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Hospitals pause as Health NZ strikes, Government to boost schools. Video / NZ Herald

Invasive wasps attacking a live weta in Northland

A live weta in Northland being devoured by invasive wasps. Video / Brad Windust

TikTok violence: Auckland students shaken after viewing Charlie Kirk's death

Graphic shooting footage spread rapidly on social media after his assassination. Video / Jason Dorday, Mark Mitchell, Alyse Wright

NZ weighs recognition of Palestine as allies push ahead

University of Waikato international law professor Alexander Gillespie is with us to explain what recognition means and how it’s not as black and white as we might think.

New Ōpononi Area School building opens

Ōpononi Area School's new primary school building was welcomed with joy by staff, students, whānau and the wider community. Video / Yolisa Tswanya

Kea Kids News: Which rugby club produces the most All Blacks?

Reporter Chester investigates the secret sauce that makes this club an All Blacks factory, and interviews legend Sir Bryan ‘BeeGee’ Williams about playing for the Ponies.

What's keeping CEOs awake at night?

Ahead of the Mood of the Boardroom survey results, three leading NZ CEOs reveal how the sector is performing and the challenges they can’t ignore.

Celebrity chef Al Brown on keeping it simple

The food mogul sits down with Paula Bennett for her Ask Me Anything podcast.

Tauranga landmarks to light up blue for International Day of Sign Languages

On Tuesday, September 23, from Wharf Street to Masonic Park, to Tunks Reserve, and the Waterfront Playground and surrounds, blue lights will illuminate the way.