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'Blade or bayonet': FBI tip helps NZ Police foil mass stabbing by 21-year-old

The young extremist was raided just before executing his plan for a mass stabbing attack.

'Assaulting kids as a sport': What is the solution to Auckland's youth violence?

Child psychologist Sara Chatwin says complex social factors drive such youth crime.

Too much screen time? Experts suggest stepping back this summer

Dr Lena Waizenegger says summer breaks are the ideal time to try a digital detox.

As Russia’s war grinds on, its society is fraying

Veterans gain cash payouts, new status and free land as PTSD and crime fears grow.

‘I use my voice unapologetically’: Julie Hart honoured for family violence work

Hastings-based family violence advocate made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

The wondrous, short-lived dream of the MVP1 toilet

A shared vision to end poverty has fractured. The fate of one project shows the fallout.

2025 in review: This is your teen’s brain on phones and social media

New studies have shed light on the risks of early smartphone access and heavy screen use.

Revealed: The urgent message from Minister Nicole McKee’s office before her alcohol policy u-turn

McKee initially supported tighter off-licence liquor sale hours, but then changed her mind

Baby booms: These governments want to spark them

Can a mix of perks, incentives and ideology reverse declining population trends?

'We can't even afford to have sex': Anger as China adds tax to contraceptives

The drastic measure is the latest plan designed to increase the country's birthrate.

Shaquille O'Neal to get lip reduction surgery

The 53-year-old NBA legend says he wants his 'juicy' lips made smaller.

How monogamous are humans? A study ranks us between meerkats and beavers

One scientist says studying sibling genetics gives a clear answer.

Jonathan Ayling: Andrew Coster had to go, but he should be remembered for more than the McSkimming debacle

OPINION: The McSkimming affair was grossly mishandled and Coster had to go.

Herald NOW panel debate

Herald NOW panel debates: Social media ban; Māori health authority disestablishment; ASB forecast.

Ministry reveals only 12 non-financial sanctions applied to beneficiaries in six months

The total compares with more than 12,000 financial sanctions in half that time.

David Seymour supports grieving mum’s petition for tougher prison sentences

Sonya Oakes is grieving her twin son Eru (29) who was shot in his home last month