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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

Brazilian teen killed after climbing into lion enclosure at zoo

A counsellor says she supported the 19yo for eight years amid mental health issues.

Helen Clark Foundation urges consent law overhaul and deepfake ban amid assault crisis

Nearly one in four NZ adults report having experienced a sexual assault in their lifetime.

'Hottest trophy site in Ponsonby': Top emergency housing provider sells $6m in motels as Govt grants dip

The 17-bedroom property valued at $4m is the second an Auckland couple have sold in 2025.

UB40's Ali Campbell on Māori culture: 'It's a shame your boss is trying to rewrite history'

The singer says his love for Aotearoa began with an anti-apartheid protest.