A captivation by governments with progressive causes stymies growth, claims a new book.

Anthony Ellison's perspective on current events.

Adrian Orr’s hasty departure is symptomatic of the backlash against bureaucracy.

Changes to laws on policing protests could undermine democracy and the right to speak out.

Chinese navy’s activities bolster the case for rapid replacement of NZ's ageing frigates.

The arrest of a Northland ‘green fairy’ highlights NZ's onerous medical cannabis rules.

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Forget the 'Kiwi greats'. Our best and brightest are famous in fields that don't make news

It's a phrase thrown around in conversation, but is it true?

Auckland scientists aim to develop a replacement heart valve that will grow with the child

Rising rates of mental distress means changes must be made to our health system.

Infectious diseases will continue to make headlines this year.

An old dog has just taught another old dog new tricks.

Jamie Oliver bows to public affection for air fryers with three simple recipes.

In a blind tasting, how well do our Bordeaux-style reds compare with the originals?

Dick Frizzell once dreamt of a hairdressing salon with a fountain, then he discovered art.

NZ software engineer turns composer to write a symphony for Ukraine.

Classic takeaway shop poster inspires new wave of Kiwi creativity - and cleaner beaches.

Comedian stars as movie mogul in star-studded satire.

A fascinating, speculative drama about Katherine Parr, the wife who survived.

Ahead of his one-man show arriving in NZ, Michele Hewitson speaks with the UK comedian.

Modern-day antipodean vampire tale breaks new ground in exploration of racial identity.

Brilliant, original novel from South Korean Nobel Prize winner is not for faint-hearted.

A captivation by governments with progressive causes stymies growth, claims a new book.

The arrest of a Northland ‘green fairy’ highlights NZ's onerous medical cannabis rules.

"Investigating crimes against children has been the hardest part of my career."

A fake résumé secured him a top job — until a tenacious reporter got suspicious.

Politics meets pop in the venerable annual song contest.

Europe’s growing practice of reintroducing fauna strikes wild issues.

All eyes were on the far-right AfD party, but a smaller political force gathered steam.

Peacekeeping, population and why cannabis could cure insomnia.

The former PM who helped solve a violent crime to 11 words to say before you die.