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Norway tests first city-to-city electric plane flight

The electric Alia CX300 cut a 160km journey down to just 55 minutes.

‘Sex and love addiction’ isn’t a diagnosis, but it can be debilitating

New York Times: What experts say about sex addiction and compulsive love behaviour.

Postcard sent from UN returned to sender after 72 years

New York Times: 'That 2 cents [postage] did a lot of work' said Idaho man Alan Ball.

A daily run, SPF and two Weetabix a day: How my mum stays fit and fab at 83

Telegraph: The secrets to ageing gracefully that one woman learnt from her mother.

Councils push for KiwiSaver contributions but Govt shuts door

Councillors are classed as contractors, so miss out on KiwiSaver top-ups.

Businessman Jim Grenon lifts investment in media firm NZME to just under 18%

Grenon's investment follows similar acquisitions from fellow board members.

Property Insider: Biggest deals of 2025, 'pre-sales' event for $300m Seascape tower

The biggest single 2H24 sale was $66.5m but the largest 1H25 sale, $242.7m, eclipsed that.

Auckland Airport gets giant bird-proof pond after flooding disaster

A new wetland the size of 14 Olympic pools aims to clean up stormwater.

Councils push for KiwiSaver contributions but Govt shuts door

Councillors are classed as contractors, so miss out on KiwiSaver top-ups.

Audrey Young: Cabinet turns its focus today to recognition of Palestine

OPINION: These are the four broad options that New Zealand could take.

Police slam Govt citizen’s arrest proposal; gives public more power than cops

Police rate Govt plans as 'worse than status quo' on several measures, including safety.

Simon Wilson Love this City: Election news and Brown's latest 'drongo'

OPINION: "Brain tests", who wants what Wayne wants, Kerrin Leoni on housing, and more.

Ant Strachan's notebook: What went wrong in Wellington

OPINION: Former All Black Ant Strachan looks at the capital calamity.

After unwanted halfback's heroics in Battle of the Bays, could Tonga be calling?

Lincoln McClutchie's wobbly kick from 30m won the game for the Magpies over the Steamers.

First XV rugby: The top high school fullbacks in NZ

Looking at the future stars continuing New Zealand's rich legacy of great fullbacks.

Phil Gifford: Why Razor's job should be safe for now

Massive switches to the coaching and playing line-up would be difficult.

‘Sex and love addiction’ isn’t a diagnosis, but it can be debilitating

New York Times: What experts say about sex addiction and compulsive love behaviour.

King Charles’ secret refuge: A royal retreat deep in Transylvania

Charles has visited Romania almost every year since his first trip in 1998.

A daily run, SPF and two Weetabix a day: How my mum stays fit and fab at 83

Telegraph: The secrets to ageing gracefully that one woman learnt from her mother.

My affair destroyed my marriage and left me penniless and alone

Telegraph: A reader shares a cautionary tale about love, lust and betrayal.

My affair destroyed my marriage and left me penniless and alone

Telegraph: A reader shares a cautionary tale about love, lust and betrayal.

Eight everyday habits making you old before your time

Telegraph: From bad shoes to jar lids – the lifestyle slips that don't make the headlines.

'We want to transform the culture': Charlie Kirk’s rise and sudden death

New York Times: Kirk played a central role in organising young voters for Trump.

When the mask slips: The seven signs of midlife autism

Telegraph: It's estimated that 9 out of 10 over-40s with autism haven't been diagnosed.

Councils push for KiwiSaver contributions but Govt shuts door

Councillors are classed as contractors, so miss out on KiwiSaver top-ups.

Govt vs Auckland Council: Housing project's rejection may ignite planning war

Panel cites infrastructure gaps in rejecting 1250-home Ōrewa fast-track project.

Editorial: We need to rethink the funding model for Fire and Emergency NZ

OPINION: Ageing fleet and breakdowns mean the funding model must be reviewed.

'Not about greed': Here’s why teachers are striking

"It is fiscally responsible to invest in our children’s futures," Peter Wills says.

Norway tests first city-to-city electric plane flight

The electric Alia CX300 cut a 160km journey down to just 55 minutes.

Postcard sent from UN returned to sender after 72 years

New York Times: 'That 2 cents [postage] did a lot of work' said Idaho man Alan Ball.

UK gears up for huge Trump visit security operation

New York Times: Drones, snipers, mounted police, and boat teams on the Thames deployed.

Europe navigates Russia's 'grey zone hybrid warfare'

NY Times: Such tactics try to antagonise, destabilise countries, without overt attacks.

Severance vs The Pitt: What the Emmy rivals reveal about TV’s future

New York Times: What’s at stake as TV pivots from 'Peak era' to profit.

How Shavaughn Ruakere overcame her private ‘shame’ for historic new role

It's her most daunting challenge so far.

'I didn't seek the help I needed': Charlie Sheen is ready to tell you everything

New York Times: The actor opens up about the debauched life that nearly killed him.

Gaylene Preston doco on artist Robin White explores the horror of nuclear war

'To me, it represents the extremes to which human beings can go on the dark side.'

From quakes to cool: How Christchurch became the city everyone wants to live in

No traffic jams, cheaper housing, good food - what's not to like?

Kim Knight: A fly on the wall at Auckland's Central Flea

OPINION: A secondhand love letter to style at Fashion Week and Central Flea market.

They’re rich, they travel and they love to complain

New York Times: Olivia Ferney, a travel agent to the ultra-wealthy, has heard it all.

‘We went on holiday together as firm family friends. Six years on, we still aren’t speaking’

Telegraph: Group holidays may sound fun, but sometimes the reality can come as a shock.

Teen connected to robbery spree nabbed after video posing with over $100k in jewellery

Unlike most teens, he sported multiple luxury watches. The panache came back to haunt him.

Organised crime doing time: Ranking the gangs filling up our jails.

The Mongrel Mob has 742 members and associates behind bars, the most of any gang.

Elite private school taught Tom Phillips bushcraft, shooting skills

The future fugitive trained in bushcraft, survival, and firearms at posh private school

'Millimetres from death': The 'miracle' believed to have saved officer shot by Tom Phillips

Sources say it's a miracle Officer A wasn't killed.

Education civil war? Why principals are split on plans to scrap NCEA

A coalition of 64 principals from largely wealthy schools is backing plans to scrap NCEA.

Cecilia Robinson: Why NCEA reform matters for every child

OPINION: More than 70% of parents said their children receive some form of tutoring.

Shannon Walsh: Are charter schools a stain on the Government’s claims to fiscal responsibility?

OPINION: Charter sponsors can now get 20-year contracts, up from 10 years.

Editorial: Shocking writing stats expose teaching gaps

OPINION: How can it be that we have failed this generation of children so poorly?

Ryman abandons plans for largest Christchurch project, site for sale

This was to be the company's biggest project in the city where it was originally founded.

Your oral microbiome could hold the key to brain health - here’s how to test it

Telegraph: Good dental hygiene is key to warding off a variety of conditions.

The health power of zucchini: Why this humble veggie is worth eating

New York Times: The culinary chameleon has some surprising benefits.

'Dreams don’t last forever': French chateau for sale as couple face double cancer blow

Built by Napoleon III, the 19th-century property has become their second home.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of September 8 - 14

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Guy Body’s cartoons: September 1 - 30

Our cartoonist Guy Body shares his view on current events.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of September 1 - 7

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Daron Parton's cartoons: September 1 - 30

Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.

Editorial: We need to rethink the funding model for Fire and Emergency NZ

OPINION: Ageing fleet and breakdowns mean the funding model must be reviewed.

'Not about greed': Here’s why teachers are striking

"It is fiscally responsible to invest in our children’s futures," Peter Wills says.

Letters: Black Ferns cause for celebration, All Blacks not so much

OPINION: The Black Ferns lift our spirits after that All Blacks display.

Ant Strachan's notebook: What went wrong in Wellington

OPINION: Former All Black Ant Strachan looks at the capital calamity.

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