New ZealandLaila Harre: In the runningBy her own admission, Laila Harre has terrible toenails.12 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRobin Williams dies, aged 63Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams has died from suspected suicide after a battle with depression.12 Aug 03:36 AM
New ZealandDrowned man's last texts dismissedA desperate man managed to send two text messages to his partner after his boat sank, but they were dismissed as a joke.12 Aug 03:25 AM
New ZealandWorker unearths giant Wairarapa spiderIf Matt Charlton had taken home a large spider he found crawling through Pongaroa forestry he'd have "been out on his ear so fast" he wouldn't have had time to think twice, his partner Renee Floyd says.10 Aug 07:08 PM
New Zealand'Super Moon' casts its spellSky-gazers in awe of last night's Super Moon witnessed the closest and largest full moon of the year.10 Aug 05:00 PM
AirlinesA350 v Dreamliner: How they stack upAviation reporter Grant Bradley compares the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and its new arch-rival, the Airbus A350XWB.06 Aug 03:36 AM
WorldMother with locked-in syndrome gains a degree by blinkingA woman who developed locked-in syndrome after suffering a stroke at the age of 30 has overcome her disability to complete a university degree by blinking.05 Aug 05:14 AM
World48 floors, hanging by threadThese terrifying images show the moments after a window-cleaning cradle on Austria's tallest building suddenly slipped, leaving two workers clinging on for their lives.04 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentAnna sets Larry straightLarry King revealed a gap in his knowledge when he asked the married star Anna Paquin whether she was now a "non-practicing bisexual".03 Aug 09:35 PM
New ZealandTwister 'went straight over us'Marcia Pera isn't able to talk to media for long -- her phone charger is missing, as are her windows, chimney and roof.03 Aug 07:53 AM
New ZealandFitness trainer dies after jog with kidsA popular gym instructor and trainer has died after collapsing while out running with his children.30 Jul 08:50 PM
WorldWorld's biggest health risk?As Ebola, Mers and HIV/Aids make headlines, what are the biggest risks to the world's health? And what is being done about them?28 Jul 06:14 AM
RetailTop Kiwi executive 'driven' to succeedThe famous son of the New Zealander taking the helm at retail giant Walmart says his dad was always driven to succeed, and instilled those values in his kids.28 Jul 03:22 AM
New ZealandPhoto error: Apology to Boyland familyThe New Zealand Herald apologises unreservedly to the family and friends of Guy Boyland following the incorrect use of two images in today’s paper and on nzherald.co.nz.28 Jul 12:30 AM
LifestyleRed Nose Day photo a big hitA stunning photo capturing the heart-warming bond between a heavily tattooed rocker and a sick little fairy-girl has gone viral - exactly as the unlikely looking pair wished.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi's viral surf-rage videoA video of Kiwi surfer Tim Thompson tackling a Brazilian man who dropped in on his wave has gone viral.23 Jul 10:54 PM
LifestyleBeing a mum 'all worth it'Georgia Hageman was in bed at 4.30am when her waters broke and less than four hours later the 15-year-old Aucklander was holding her baby son.21 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldPutin facing a personal dilemmaWhat does the tragedy of MH17 mean for the conflict in eastern Ukraine and for Russia's relations with Europe and the US?20 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandDoc's ice challenge warningThe Ice Water Challenge, where participants are doused with a bucket of ice cold water, is potentially fatal - even without alcohol, a doctor warns.15 Jul 05:00 PM
Sport'Tongan Thor' eyes AussieThe schoolboy rugby sensation dubbed "the Tongan Thor" says he will move to Australia and chase the gold jersey if he does not get the chance to play for New Zealand.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe project that gave a voice100 low-income families were asked what they needed to get out of poverty. Here are their answers.10 Jul 08:05 PM
AirlinesInside Air NZ's DreamlinerSeated in the middle of economy with four seats to either side, my view outside the window couldn't be clearer.10 Jul 06:51 AM
BusinessThe 'stab-proof' iPhone 6?What happens when you scratch at the surface of an iPhone 6 with keys, stab it with a sharp knife, or bend it more than 90 degrees?09 Jul 03:57 AM
WorldDigital literacy's gender gapIn the pervasively connected world of the 21st century, creating and sharing knowledge has never been easier. But the fact remains that many people still lack the skills required to access this information and an inequity gap is growing.08 Jul 05:20 AM
OpinionTamsyn ParkerIs it a good time to buy property?The housing market numbers seem stacked against buyers, so should people buy a house in the current market? We talk to four experts about the issue.07 Jul 11:33 PM
New ZealandThe man who would be PMToday we investigate David Cunliffe's family background, outline his life up until he entered politics and discuss ambition, love, scandal, duty, faith and trace his lineage to "King Dick" Seddon.04 Jul 05:00 PM
AirlinesAir NZ's new dream planeAir New Zealand’s first 787 Dreamliner touches down next week. Grant Bradley reports on the airline’s high hopes for its revolutionary new plane.03 Jul 07:00 PM
LifestyleAnxiety in NZ 'needs stopping'Rachel Grunwell chats with a professor, psychologist, meditation coach and a sufferer about this inner turmoil.03 Jul 03:00 AM
WorldScientist creates deadly fluA controversial scientist has deliberately created a pandemic strain of flu that can evade the human immune system.02 Jul 12:37 AM
EntertainmentRobin Thicke publicity stunt goes badIt was meant to be a benign Twitter Q and A - but singer Robin Thicke's live event grew into an altogether angrier publicity beast where there were no blurred lines.01 Jul 08:30 PM
TravelWaitomo: Why go? Because it rocks!A visit to Waitomo has long been on our family’s holiday "to do" list...28 Jun 09:00 PM
OpinionGeorgia Hageman: My life as a pregnant teenagerFifteen-year-old Georgia Hageman, who lives at home with her parents and her two younger siblings, found out in November that she was pregnant.27 Jun 05:00 PM
