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Trump allies near 'total victory' in ending US climate regulation

Their plan targets a 2009 EPA finding that greenhouse gases endanger health.

2 to 3 cups of coffee a day may reduce dementia risk. But not if it’s decaf

New York Times: There's good news for tea-drinkers too.

‘My crazy friend’: The royals who stayed close to Jeffrey Epstein

NYT: Epstein's 2008 convictions appear to have barely registered in some royal circles.

Want to lose weight? Here’s why exercise probably won’t help

We've all been conditioned to focus on the wrong number, writes Dr Jordan Metzl.

Market close: NZX tumbles, down 2.9% this year

The NZX 50 Index slumped 333.3 points or 2.46% to 13,198.18.

300GB of data stolen: Napier law firm fights back after files offered online - Tech Insider

PLUS: Eroad boss quits, David Kirk scores, Judith Collins' parting gift to Rocket Lab.

Tourism and migration figures show the economy ‘starting to hum’ - ASB

Migration and tourism figures released today bode well for the economic recovery.

Four years, $220,000: Taxpayer-funded Chlöe Swarbrick doco delayed again; Top TVNZ reporter departs

LA firm distances itself from Alex Breingan; Tina from Turners geographic mystery solved.

Documents revealed: Inside Te Pāti Māori’s vote to expel two MPs

Concerns were raised about the "perception of a conflict of interest".

Matthew Hooton: The $1b LNG gamble that could cost Luxon his low-tax brand and his job

OPINION: If he truly believes it's the answer, he could have handled the politics better.

Peters didn't get advice on Breman signing letter before complaining she didn't get advice

Peters told the Herald he didn’t need advice “because I know what the situation is”.

Audrey Young: 8 horrific child deaths since 2006 – why won't MPs act?

OPINION: Alerts have been issued for years over window-cord risks, but nothing's changed.

Scott Robertson's pathway to coaching a rival side at the Rugby World Cup

Robertson asked about the Reds job days after his All Blacks exit.

Winners & Losers: Lindsey Vonn's foolish move should not be celebrated

Rating the highs and lows of the first week of action from Milan.

Ranked: New Zealand's top 100 Super Rugby Pacific players

The Herald’s annual ranking of the top 100 NZ players in Super Rugby Pacific returns.

The team looming as Super Rugby's big movers

The Chiefs boast unrivalled depth as they chase a title defence.

2 to 3 cups of coffee a day may reduce dementia risk. But not if it’s decaf

New York Times: There's good news for tea-drinkers too.

What to say after you've cheated – and what will end your relationship for good

What can we learn from the Winter Olympian who aired his dirty laundry live on TV?

Want to lose weight? Here’s why exercise probably won’t help

We've all been conditioned to focus on the wrong number, writes Dr Jordan Metzl.

Baking for your valentine? This psychologist would like a word

New York Times: Romantic treats can be tricky.

I’ll never know why my husband cheated on me then left

Telegraph: US heiress Belle Burden thought she had it all. Then a stranger called.

Malachi's murder: Inside the custody battle that left him with killer caregiver

A relative made "persistent and valiant efforts" to try and make sure Malachi was safe.

UPF alert: Seven food swaps that could lower your cancer risk

Telegraph: The preservatives in everyday food are now under serious scientific suspicion.

‘My crazy friend’: The royals who stayed close to Jeffrey Epstein

NYT: Epstein's 2008 convictions appear to have barely registered in some royal circles.

Safety fears and $100-a-week bills: Why Health NZ parked its hospital fees plan

Leaked documents show staff warned 'market rate' fees would punish workers.

Documents revealed: Inside Te Pāti Māori’s vote to expel two MPs

Concerns were raised about the "perception of a conflict of interest".

Matthew Hooton: The $1b LNG gamble that could cost Luxon his low-tax brand and his job

OPINION: If he truly believes it's the answer, he could have handled the politics better.

Editorial: Action is needed now as alarm bells ring over nangs

OPINION: A stronger response is needed before more lives are lost or severely impacted.

Trump allies near 'total victory' in ending US climate regulation

Their plan targets a 2009 EPA finding that greenhouse gases endanger health.

Uzra Zeya: Why is a retired NZ judge still on Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal?

OPINION: US-based Human Rights First is calling for Sir William Young to stand down.

‘My crazy friend’: The royals who stayed close to Jeffrey Epstein

NYT: Epstein's 2008 convictions appear to have barely registered in some royal circles.

7 days, no suspects: The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie

New York Times: The mother of US TV host Savannah Guthrie vanished after a family dinner.

Love or hate Valentine’s Day? Choose your streaming list

New York Times: Films to stream for every kind of Valentine’s Day.

How Lord of the Flies assembled one of TV’s most impressive young casts

Telegraph: The superb cast is made up of unknown child actors.

Ultraviolet candyfloss and quail hearts: The NZ show taking food TV to extremes

The Queenstown-filmed series pits 10 top local chefs in a no-rules food art arena.

The secret life of trees – and what happens if you're sucked into a black hole in space

Art collides with science in Breathe|Mauri Ora, Te Papa’s big summer show.

The Thai island escape that’s an antidote to ‘White Lotus’ frenzy

Koh Lan sits just a 20-minute boat ride from Pattaya’s neon-soaked strips.

2026 travel destinations: 52 places to go this year

From Algeria to Australia, the NYT has unveiled its list of 52 places to visit this year.

Living in London on an OE: Learning to love friendships with an expiry date

OPINION: Friendship doesn't need permanence to be real, writes Lillie Rohan.

Secrets from Air NZ crew: Behind the scenes on an Auckland-to-NYC flight

A flight attendant and pilots share what happens while passengers sit back and relax.

Malachi's murder: Inside the custody battle that left him with killer caregiver

A relative made "persistent and valiant efforts" to try and make sure Malachi was safe.

Five duped Kiwi crims caught in global 'sting of the century'

They were promised an encrypted app to freely discuss the drug trade. It was an FBI trap.

Comanchero gang member to spend rest of life in Tongan prison for drug importing

The 44-year-old tried to expand the gang's presence in Tonga after being deported from Oz.

Truckie who shot couple under Tauranga bridge over $5000 debt freed after 20 years

The execution-style murders gave a shocking glimpse into the hidden world of drug dealing.

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.

Cecilia Robinson: Why NZ should pay attention to its quiet turnaround

OPINION: Eight in 10 secondary teachers say phone bans have improved focus.

2 to 3 cups of coffee a day may reduce dementia risk. But not if it’s decaf

New York Times: There's good news for tea-drinkers too.

What to say after you've cheated – and what will end your relationship for good

What can we learn from the Winter Olympian who aired his dirty laundry live on TV?

Want to lose weight? Here’s why exercise probably won’t help

We've all been conditioned to focus on the wrong number, writes Dr Jordan Metzl.

The rise of midlife STIs and how to avoid them

Telegraph: 'I had no symptoms and thought syphilis was a Victorian disease.'

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 9 - 15

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 2 - 8

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Daron Parton’s cartoons: February 1 - 28

Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 26 - February 1

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Scott Robertson's pathway to coaching a rival side at the Rugby World Cup

Robertson asked about the Reds job days after his All Blacks exit.

Winners & Losers: Lindsey Vonn's foolish move should not be celebrated

Rating the highs and lows of the first week of action from Milan.

Matthew Hooton: The $1b LNG gamble that could cost Luxon his low-tax brand and his job

OPINION: If he truly believes it's the answer, he could have handled the politics better.

Editorial: Action is needed now as alarm bells ring over nangs

OPINION: A stronger response is needed before more lives are lost or severely impacted.

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