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Ram Brains Used to study human head injuries in Kiwi breakthrough

Dr Helen Murray explains how new models could improve concussion science.

Union reacts after ferry announcement

Victor Billot, Maritime Union reacts to government's ferry announcement. Video / Herald NOW

All Blacks pressure builds: Expert on what must change

Elliott Smith gives his verdict on form, strategy and selection headaches.

Jesse Mulligan's surprise news for the Viva Top 50 Restaurants Supreme Winner

Viva told Tala's Henry and Debby Onesemo that Jesse was there to interview them about the restaurant business. He wasn't...

'NZ Is the Guinea Pig': Expert warns of ChatGPT groupchat risks

AI NZ founder Justin Flitter raises concerns about privacy and data use. Video / Herald NOW

“85% of supermarket food is ultra-processed”: Nutrition expert sounds alarm

Professor Jim Mann says NZ’s food environment is driving obesity, diabetes and poor health.

Academic says Epstein files could trigger global ripples

Otago professor breaks down what’s new - and what questions remain unanswered. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW Weather: November 20, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: November 20, 2025

NZ 'world leading' on smoking decline

ASH board member says smoke-free progress has been 'exceptional'. Video / Herald NOW

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Black Caps beat West Indies and Roger Federer in Hall of Fame

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Black Caps beat West Indies and Roger Federer will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Health expert against puberty blocker ban

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Youth health expert criticises the Government's new ban on puberty blockers for young people, and cell phone bans improving classroom behaviour.

Winston Peters: New Cook Strait ferries will 'save taxpayers billions'

Rail Minister Winston Peters outlines how the ferry overhaul avoids the costly mistakes of the last plan. Video / Herald NOW

Kea Kids: Special schools go all out for the ultimate playdate!

Reporter Harper is live at Try Play, where kids of all abilities are jumping, bouncing, and making new friends.

The Elephant | What is a woman?

The question “What is a woman?” has shifted from a simple definition to one of the most polarising social debates of our time.

How the UK’s asylum crackdown could reshape global refugee protections - The Front Page

The United Kingdom is vowing to ‘restore order and control’ - through controversial, sweeping reform on the country’s asylum system. Video / NZ Herald

Metallica fans take Eden Park

The Herald speaks to Metallica fans at Eden Park ahead of the band's massive New Zealand show.

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | U.S politicians vote to release Epstein files

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | U.S politicians vote to release Epstein Files and Trump defends Saudi Arabia over the murder of a journalist.

New Interislander ferries revealed

The Government has unveiled designs and specifications of new Cook Strait ferries set to sail in 2029.

NZ Herald Live: Winston Peters' Interislander ferries announcement

Winston Peters' Interislander ferries announcement.

Whangārei warehouse fire: Videos show aftermath of blaze

The building on Kioreroa Rd went up in flames on Tuesday evening, resulting in a smoke advisory. Video / Brodie Stone

Kiwi solo traveller speaks out after victim of lewd sex act in Sri Lanka

The 24-year-old filmed the indecent act before fleeing in her tuk-tuk. Video / @molsgonewild

US House votes to open Epstein files

The House voted 427-1 to force the release of Jeffrey Epstein's Justice records. Video \ AFP

Long neck, big Confidence: Kevin settles into Hamilton Zoo

Kevin, a 2-year-old northern giraffe, has swapped Christchurch for Hamilton Zoo, moving into a boys-only bachelor pad with two other males. Video \ Tom Eley

Viva Reveals Top 50 Auckland restaurants

Editors Jesse Mulligan and Kelly Gibney on trends, surprises and new favourites. Video / Herald NOW

Defence scientists unveil new foldable, floating rescue device

A Kiwi-designed tool could dramatically change search-and-rescue missions. Video / Herald NOW

Age-Gap relationships, Tom Cruise’s Oscar and Ardern on Graham Norton

Jenni Mortimer breaks down the entertainment stories everyone’s talking about. Video / Herald NOW

Recycling revolution: Rubber roads set to arrive in Canterbury

Treadlite CEO Brad Pierce on turning tyres into safer, greener roads. Video / Herald Now

Property investment with Forsyth Barr

Forsyth Barr Investment Advisor, Brad Gordon on property investment.

Rod Duke on retail resilience and winning listed CEO of the year

The Briscoes boss on staying profitable in a tough market. Video / Herald Now

South Island stories you need to know today with Claire Sherwood

Newstalk ZB's Claire Sherwood with the key updates for the South Island.

PikPok Boss Named startup CEO of the Year

Mario Wynands reveals the strategy behind the studio’s international momentum. Video / Herald Now

BusinessDesk's Dileepa Fonseka on the CEO index

BusinessDesk Senior Journalist Dileepa Fonseka unpacks the CEO index.

Police Commissioner on fallout from McSkimming scandal

Police Commissioner on fallout from McSkimming scandal, FBI meetings and Europe security trip. Video / Herald NOW

Oranga Tamariki knew of Gloriavale child suffocation claims

Oranga Tamariki knew of Gloriavale child suffocation claims eight years ago. Video / Herald Now

Ultra-Rare Pink Grasshopper found in Mackenzie Basin

DOC ranger Jen Schori explains the once-in-a-lifetime sighting of the brightly coloured insect. Video / Herald NOW

Political panel: David Seymour and Chlöe Swarbrick

Greens’ Swarbrick and ACT’s Seymour debate mining, fast-track reforms and more. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW Weather: November 19, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: November 19, 2025. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Eli Katoa ruled out of NRL season and Fabian Holland recognised

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Eli Katoa ruled out of the next NRL season and rookie All Black Fabian Holland nominated for award.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Pike River anniversary and Gloriavale suffocation claims

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Pike River families meet with Workplace Relations and Safety Minister and no formal action taken over Gloriavale child suffocation claims

Can the All Blacks push past their Twickenham loss?

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith discuss the fallout from the English loss and how the All Blacks will try to respond in Cardiff. Video / NZ Herald