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Will strong GDP growth put the OCR on hold?
Economists expect the recovery continued during the first quarter of the year.

Analysis: Like school shootings, US political violence is becoming almost routine
New York Times: Threats against lawmakers hit a record high last year.

What's in store from $1.4m+ changes at popular Mount Maunganui reserve
Tauranga council plans $400,000 pathway, cave barrier works then $1m+ playground upgrade.

Opinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leave
OPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.

In some families, the impact of weight-loss jabs is contagious
New York Times: Benefits to patients of losing the flab can be shared around.

Phil Gifford: Key factors to decide the Crusaders-Chiefs showdown
OPINION: The Crusaders haven't lost a home playoff, so don't bet against them now.

Letters: What is with all the online surveys?
OPINION: Does anyone ever read the online surveys people fill in?

Treasury warns Health NZ cuts need to double; Minister disputes figures
The figures hint at cuts of $1.2b this year; Health NZ needs $600 million in savings

Editorial: Rotorua's homeless dilemma highlights deeper social issues
OPINION: A business owner nearby lost revenue as customers avoided the encampment.

'Abhorrent': Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facility
The waste includes depleted uranium from redundant radiation devices used to treat cancer.

Small Business: Weaving culture and quality with Nodi Rugs
Olivia Moon talks to Tom Raynel about her hand-woven rug business Nodi.

Oprah shamed him. He’s back anyway
NYT: A Million Little Pieces became a global scandal – 20 years later, James Frey is back.

Expanding restrictions: 36 nations face potential US travel bans, includes Tonga
The State Department memo gives listed nations 60 days to meet new benchmarks.

Sasha Borissenko: Legal insights from the Siouxsie Wiles case
OPINION: The cost of doubling down.

Why energy is set to be a hot topic in next year's election
Meridian’s new CEO shares his thoughts on sector scrutiny amid electricity challenges.

The Ex-Files: How to access KiwiSaver funds after separation
OPINION: I can't afford to pay out my ex-partner – what can I do?

Advice: My best friend ghosted me, and I’m devastated. Help!
New York Times: "I have reached out to her many times, but she hasn't responded."

Diana Clement: How a mindset shift can unlock financial success
OPINION: A can-do mindset helps people do better with the same resources.

Auckland ICU doctor's book exposes NZ health system crisis from the inside
Mismanaged priorities, hospital bullies, public vs private - Dr Ivor Popovich tells all.

The Latin American country that told Elon Musk 'no'
New York Times: Bolivia remains wary of Musk's Starlink dominance.

Scarlett Johansson unveils her newest role at Cannes: Filmmaker
NY Times: Few stars win over critics and convey Old Hollywood glamour as effortlessly.