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For Mamdani, winning is one thing. Governing will be quite another

NY Times: Aside from the basics, mayors must confront unexpected monumental challenges.

How to spot a social vampire (and it might be you)

Telegraph: Are you guilty of sucking the energy out of a room without realising it?

Elections show Trump’s edge on the economy slipping

New York Times: Democratic wins were built on vows to address the sky-high cost of living.

Heavy drinking is tied to worse strokes, study finds

New York Times: New research examined the link between alcohol and brain bleeds.

Small Business: From loss to legacy - the story behind footwear label Bronwyn

The brand is named after the founder's late mother, who inspired its creation.

‘Hot, hot, hot mess’: Wellington ad agency loses six key staff, wins $15.5m election contract

Electoral Commission 'confident' in its plans and was made aware of loss of agency staff.

'Change the game': Why these childhood mates bought a motel

At 27, their industry experience is 'next to none', but they say they have lots to offer.

‘Short-changed’: Experts question gold royalties for new major projects

More than a decade on, the Crown's established gold royalties still haven't kicked in.

Mystery man: The curious case of the city councillor who came in from the cold

Benedict Ong says two strangers he met on the street nominated him.

'Teachers are leaving': Why maths curriculum changes have triggered an outcry

Critics fear second reset won't improve learning but may demoralise students and teachers.

Thomas Coughlan: Prepare for a choose your poison election

OPINION: Both major parties seem destined to run on an unpopular policy.

'We aren't going to grow our way out': Treasury urges asset sales as it sounds alarm over Govt finances

Agency says the Government could better manage its $571 billion portfolio of assets.

Kiwis player ratings: Who produced the perfect score in Pacific Championships final?

Who impressed and who struggled as the Kiwis claimed the Pacific Cup in Sydney.

'Not worth all that UK hype': Rating the Scots in defeat to All Blacks

How Scotland rated in their 25-17 defeat to the All Blacks.

Gregor Paul: Spooked All Blacks go from self-sabotage to magic finish

OPINION: The victory can't be used to gloss over what was a worrying void after halftime.

All Blacks player ratings: Did McKenzie produce the perfect test from the bench?

How the All Blacks rated in their 25-17 win over Scotland.

At 89, she’s a top nutrition expert. Here’s what she eats in a day

Washington Post: How this 89-year-old eats well without obsessing over every bite.

Dementia, stress or low blood pressure? What your dizziness means and how to fix it

Telegraph: Certain symptoms may point to more serious conditions.

NZ's best cheese scone? Christchurch has a contender

Kim Knight goes to the library and emerges enlightened.

Report says longer lives and careers present important economic opportunities for NZ

Longer lives could mean greater prosperity, but only if society adapts.

How a beloved TV nerd became ‘one of the greatest actors of his generation’

Washington Post: How Jesse Plemons transformed from TV sidekick to leading man.

48 Hours Without AI: How wired have we really become?

NY Times: From facial recognition to weather apps, AI shapes much of our daily lives.

Inside Louvre jewel heist that shocked the world

New York Times: The Louvre heist exploited security lapses and outpaced the police.

The 50 best horror films of all time – ranked

Telegraph: The films guaranteed to scare you senseless.

'Change the game': Why these childhood mates bought a motel

At 27, their industry experience is 'next to none', but they say they have lots to offer.

Decision nears on 23-metre deep quarry plan west of Hastings

A controversial quarry project was greenlit in 2024, but consentors are reconsidering it.

Editorial: Maybe we need a rethink on Kiwisaver safety net

OPINION: More than 5500 Kiwis dipped into retirement funds last month to cover costs.

Letters: Social media abuse has increased since the global pandemic

OPINION: The All Blacks kept their Grand Slam hopes alive, just.

Solar power showed its worth in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

New York Times: People with panels got power back almost immediately after the storm.

As Saudi Arabia cracks down on drugs, executions near a record high

New York Times: The Saudi Government has disclosed at least 320 executions this year.

Egypt’s grand museum is finally open. Now, ‘we need our stuff back’

NY Times: 'The old arguments against return are crumbling,' said Egyptologist Monica Hanna

Seven years for anti-war stickers? Russian activist would do it again

NYT: Five bogus price tags bearing anti-war slogans were affixed to grocery store shelves.

How a beloved TV nerd became ‘one of the greatest actors of his generation’

Washington Post: How Jesse Plemons transformed from TV sidekick to leading man.

‘I don’t feel like my career has hit a dead end’: Mikey Havoc on what comes next

From Push Push to choir halls, Havoc’s next act is full of surprises.

A House of Dynamite gets a lot right. Experts hope that terrifies you

If you think this film is horrifying, wait until you hear from a nuclear policy expert.

Julia Roberts and Luca Guadagnino on After the Hunt and daring to be ambiguous

NYT: Why the duo wanted to create a movie that ets the audience think for themselves.

Flight check: Qantas from Adelaide to Auckland

Review: Qantas flies Auckland to Adelaide and back again for the first time in 18 years.

Carnival Cruise Line to use Auckland as home port

Tourism Minister Louise Upston says the move signals confidence in New Zealand tourism.

I’ve spent decades exploring Australia and NZ - here’s which is better

Telegraph: From nightlife to beaches - who comes out on top?

Stephanie Holmes: I've stayed at 10 of NZ's 19 best luxury hotels and lodges. Here's my verdict

19 NZ hotels were added to Michelin's keys list this week. Here's why they're special.

Richard Prebble: Cutting addiction, not increasing taxes, should be Labour's top priority

OPINION: Graduates of drug treatment courts are 86% less likely to reoffend.

Jared Savage: It's not sexy, but expert blueprint on organised crime is a 'no-brainer'

ANALYSIS: This will be more effective than the gang-patch ban.

Mongrel Mob killer stabbed stranger at 16; now he's stabbed again in prison

Kayleb Renata claimed carrying a shank in prison was necessary for protection.

Police officer leaked intel to gang member boyfriend, faces potential jail time

The rookie constable had a secret relationship with a member of the Killer Beez

Inside the new $25k-a-year private school planned for West Auckland

The school will specialise in science, technology, engineering and maths.

Mega-school split: Mount Albert Grammar proposes dividing into two

It may be a blueprint for other big schools battling to cope with rising student numbers.

Class warfare: South Auckland principals hit back over NCEA claims

The schools say they're 'chocka' with students and urgently need more classrooms.

Mechatronics and AI: What kids can expect from the new school curriculum

BusinessNZ says the updated curriculum will better equip future workers.

At 89, she’s a top nutrition expert. Here’s what she eats in a day

Washington Post: How this 89-year-old eats well without obsessing over every bite.

Dementia, stress or low blood pressure? What your dizziness means and how to fix it

Telegraph: Certain symptoms may point to more serious conditions.

Editorial: Head clashes of the codes highlight dilemma for union and league

OPINION: The NFL has paid out $2.1b to players with concussion-linked illness.

Hospital ward built in Auckland to be trucked to Hawke’s Bay

The new 28-bed ward will be built offsite and then craned into place in Hastings.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 3 - 9

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Daron Parton’s cartoons: November 1 - 30

Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.

Guy Body’s cartoons: November 1 - 30

Our cartoonist Guy Body shares his view on current events.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of October 27 - November 2

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Mark Gedye: Saying Auckland's CBD is dead is unhelpful and inaccurate

OPINION: More than 100 new businesses are set to move into Midtown by early 2026.

Kiwis player ratings: Who produced the perfect score in Pacific Championships final?

Who impressed and who struggled as the Kiwis claimed the Pacific Cup in Sydney.

Editorial: Maybe we need a rethink on Kiwisaver safety net

OPINION: More than 5500 Kiwis dipped into retirement funds last month to cover costs.

Letters: Social media abuse has increased since the global pandemic

OPINION: The All Blacks kept their Grand Slam hopes alive, just.

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