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The ultimate cosy Christmas: Visit Washington DC in December
Plan now for a Christmas with woolly hats, festive lights and eggnog.
Songs and Santa in the city for Midwinter Xmas
Napier's CBD was a hive of activity despite inclement weather.
Bad Santa? Returning unwanted pressies and other consumer rights
OPINION: Whether it's a robot or a dessert, those written warranties need to be honoured.
Letters: Questions about our marine environment - and New Zealand art
OPINION: "Issues need to be resolved - not just for snapper anglers but the whole planet."
21 days, 8 homicides: Police investigate nearly double usual rate of deaths
The rate of homicides in the country has almost doubled over the past three weeks.
Eat or clean with it: Five surprising uses for your Christmas tree
Before you chuck it outside, here are some more innovative ideas for your ailing tree.
Three people killed in overnight crashes; holiday road toll at 15
Three people have died in two separate crashes overnight, police said.
Young Kiwi cancer survivor’s heartwarming Christmas wish
The young cancer survivor invited his whole school to join a day of fun.
A call for responsible driving and water safety
Opinion: A plea for mindful driving and water safety this summer.
'Xmas ruined': Man barred from flight over special assistance mix-up
He suffered a stroke 21 years ago and requires minor assistance while on a plane.
‘My dad died an alcoholic - this is how I manage to drink normally'
"After Dad died, it gave me the impetus to nail down a more moderate drinking life."
'Greatly missed': Tributes flow for Irishman killed in NZ on Xmas Day
Tim O'Dwyer, 20, died in a car crash in Allenton, Ashburton, on Christmas Day.
Dolly Parton grants dying man's Christmas wish
The "Jolene" star made a kind gesture after learning about a cancer patient's bucket list.
Artisan offers apprenticeship to workers laid off before Christmas
An Auckland fibrous plaster manufacturer offers an apprenticeship opportunity.
How Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spent first Christmas together
The couple's Christmas celebrations were reportedly a family affair.
Christmas gift argument turns deadly as 14yo kills sister as she holds her baby
The sister was trying to diffuse an argument between brothers who were both armed.
‘Missed the mark’: Thousands of weird and wonderful unwanted Xmas gifts flood Trade Me
The gifts range from a cast-iron chicken to men's perfume gifted to a woman.
Ukraine celebrates Christmas on December 25 for the first time, distancing itself from Russia
Christmas carries more than spiritual weight for many Ukrainians this year.
Why children seem ungrateful at Christmas
The scientific reason why kids under 7 may seem like they don’t want their Xmas gifts.
How long are Christmas leftovers safe to eat?
Planning on tucking into that Christmas ham again today? You may want to read this first.
Herald Summer Photo Competition: Day one entries
The Herald Summer Photo Competition is back, with three great Canon cameras up for grabs.
Xmas Day rescue: Paragliders landed in a tree after encountering 'difficulties'
Emergency services were called out to the rescue.
'Made me cry': Mystery gift-giver pays for meals, groceries and petrol then disappears
A Canterbury town is abuzz with the spirit of giving.
Watch: Police dress as Santa to raid drug dealers
Officers decided it was time to check who's been naughty and nice.
King Charles breaks royal tradition in Christmas message
Monarch’s second festive address will aim to unify, but will also tackle current issues.
'What Christmas should be about': Community key theme at Whangārei Christmas events
Community members put their time aside in the spirit of Christmas.
Christmas Day flood threat, severe thunderstorm alert for top half of North Island
Electrical storms are set to lash northern regions between 1pm and 10pm.