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Israelis are tense but relieved that Iran’s leader is dead

New York Times: A series of barrages sent them running repeatedly to bomb shelters.

An all-or-nothing mindset could be hurting your exercise and health goals

Washington Post: Given up on your NY resolution already? Here are some tips to help.

'Perfect scenario': Trump favours Venezuela power-transfer model for Iran

New York Times: 'Everybody’s kept their job except for two people,' Trump said Venezuela.

Why sleep gets worse after 60 and how to fix it

Telegraph: It's normal for sleep patterns to change in later life. Here's how to cope.

Subcontractors chase unpaid retentions and bills in Teak Construction liquidation

A subcontractor claims Teak stretched '30 days' to 30 working days for payments.

GrabOne to relaunch under new Kiwi owners after liquidation shutdown

Paradigm Group aims to reconnect with GrabOne's 350,000 customers.

Property Insider: $5m-plus foreign house-buyers allowed in from Friday - how it will work

Foreigners on golden visas may struggle at Waiheke or Aotea Great Barrier: all explained.

From first flagon to beer boss: Second-generation brewery marks 30 year milestone

The Mount Maunganui brewery has earned national and international beer awards.

Edmonds on Labour's big mistake, landlords, Reserve Bank shake-up, pay equity, and if she's getting 'nasty'

Labour's finance spokeswoman sits down with the Herald to discuss Labour's economic plans.

Thomas Coughlan: As Middle East erupts, Luxon struggles to articulate where NZ stands

OPINION: He's struggling to explain whether New Zealand supports strikes against Iran.

Jamie Ensor: The warning signs for National, Labour in latest survey results

ANALYSIS: National is in an unfortunate position at the start of election year.

Why one city dominates secondary school scholarship awards

Auckland schools are hugely over-represented – and one expert thinks he knows why.

Decline in South African drug-testing casts cloud over World Cup wins

Nation has highest number of convicted dopers in rugby but testing has dropped off.

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.

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

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

Chiefs v Crusaders player ratings: The ABs loosie who outshone his rivals

OPINION: Rating the performances of the Chiefs and Crusaders players on Saturday night.

Do energy drinks offer benefits beyond caffeine?

Telegraph: Here's what the science says about the vitamins and extracts in energy drinks.

Easy swaps to avoid ultra-processed foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Small daily changes can have a big impact on our overall health and wellbeing.

An all-or-nothing mindset could be hurting your exercise and health goals

Washington Post: Given up on your NY resolution already? Here are some tips to help.

'Guilt is a prison': Charlotte Grimshaw on the family dynamic behind her new novel

How The Black Monk grew from family guilt and grief.

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.

7 midlife personality changes that are warning signs of dementia

Telegraph: Some of these shifts can emerge years before a dementia diagnosis.

Eating 30 plants a week can transform your gut health (and it’s easier than it sounds)

Telegraph: You're probably already eating many more plant foods than you realise.

Should I refrigerate apples? An A-to-Z guide to storing fruits and vegetables

New York Times: Good produce is a gift. Keep it fresh as long as possible with these tips.

Lisa Seerup: Hearing loss is not just a problem for our aging population

One in four New Zealanders, up from one in 10, are now affected by hearing loss.

From police dog pioneer to new suburb: Bonnington legacy land up for grabs

The 49ha Bonnington Farm could be turned into about 400 new homes.

Golfer breaks his age with spectacular 62

It's a rare golfing feat, but to do it before you can claim a pension is extraordinary.

Big business collapse: Director's companies allegedly owe $57m tax

Inland Revenue's probe came after Zespri blacklisted the director's firms in 2022.

Despite its weakness, Hezbollah plunges Lebanon back into war

New York Times: Israel unleashed airstrikes across more than 50 villages in response.

Inside: How Trump decided to go to war

New York Times: 'Operation Epic Fury is approved,' Trump said. 'No aborts. Good luck.'

It's Trump's world, and US allies are just living in it

New York Times: US has acted without any pretence of enlisting support or legal legitimacy

Big change seems certain in Iran. What kind is the question

NY Times: Experts say war risks setting off deeper radicalisation or violence in Iran.

Jenny-May Clarkson returns to TVNZ: 'I’m taking control of what my future looks like'

The former Breakfast host says she feels like she is heading back to her roots.

'No end in sight': The Simpsons hits another milestone

New York Times: Why Matt Groening thinks The Simpsons can keep going forever.

Billy Idol had it all, and then he 'lit it with butane'

New York Times: At 70, the British rocker is revealing how he survived the tough times.

How Margot Robbie became the most powerful actress in Hollywood

Telegraph: How the Australian star has built a hit-making empire on screen and off.

'Oozing good taste': These are the best hotels in Auckland, according to travel experts

Which hotels are the very best for your needs and worth the money?

Kiwis love oysters and wine, so how does one of Europe’s famous destinations compare?

Ston, a medieval town, is famous for cultivating premium European flat oysters.

Warsaw city break guide: Best things to do, where to stay, how to get around

World-class museums like POLIN and the Uprising Museum anchor any weekend stay.

Job in Auckland but home in Mexico: Meet family taking remote work to extreme

'It does feel like I'm on holiday when compared to everyday life in New Zealand.'

Big business collapse: Director's companies allegedly owe $57m tax

Inland Revenue's probe came after Zespri blacklisted the director's firms in 2022.

‘Blood vendetta’: Inside the Sydney underworld feud that felled ex-Kiwis star Matt Utai

Competition is hot for the city's $6b annual illicit drug trade

Professional money launderer to forfeit $3.3 million after covert police inquiry

Police seized four luxury cars, along with more than $1.1m in cash and frozen bank funds.

Police make arrest in alleged kidnapping of $3m 'money mule' in kiwifruit tax scam

A 36-year-old appeared in Tauranga District Court charged with wounding and kidnapping.

Harvard rule shake-up: What Trump’s changes mean for Kiwi hopefuls

About 20 New Zealanders are enrolled at Harvard across all its schools at any one time.

Specialist school faces closure after 32 student assaults, parents fight to keep it open

The Govt-appointed commissioner at the school says officials need to give it a chance.

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.

Auckland principal resigns one day before school ends after staff complaint letter

Emma Tolmie had been on leave for the past two terms.

Easy swaps to avoid ultra-processed foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Small daily changes can have a big impact on our overall health and wellbeing.

Lisa Seerup: Hearing loss is not just a problem for our aging population

One in four New Zealanders, up from one in 10, are now affected by hearing loss.

An all-or-nothing mindset could be hurting your exercise and health goals

Washington Post: Given up on your NY resolution already? Here are some tips to help.

What high blood pressure does to your body

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

Daron Parton’s cartoons: March 1 - 31

Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.

Letters: No ‘oops’ about it – kids hurt, killed going to school

OPINION: When schoolkids are hit by traffic, there's no oops about it.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 23 - March 1

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 16 - 22

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

It's Trump's world, and US allies are just living in it

New York Times: US has acted without any pretence of enlisting support or legal legitimacy

Lisa Seerup: Hearing loss is not just a problem for our aging population

One in four New Zealanders, up from one in 10, are now affected by hearing loss.

Letters: Human suffering can often get lost in the language of war

OPINION: Yet another display of power backed by Western allies.

Property Insider: $5m-plus foreign house-buyers allowed in from Friday - how it will work

Foreigners on golden visas may struggle at Waiheke or Aotea Great Barrier: all explained.

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