WorldTikTok, Instagram ban for Australian kids heralds global curbsPolicymakers elsewhere watching Australia’s age ban and planning their own moves.01 Dec 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFormer Home and Away actress diagnosed with brain cancer at 25Alea O’Shea learnt of the tumour after a birthday biopsy.01 Dec 07:37 AM
Entertainment'Deeply sorry': Guy Pearce quits social media after Israel 'misinformation' rowHe also reposted content from far-right activist Nick Fuentes.01 Dec 12:24 AM
PoliticsPM confirms action plan on Auckland CBD homeless 'move on orders' after mayor, minister meetThe PM said he expected an announcement to be made by Christmas.30 Nov 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderPopular social media identity working in Labour leader's office – private post falls foul of SpeakerGerry Brownlee says he will crack down on any social posts that breach standing orders.30 Nov 04:17 PM
WorldFour dead, 10 wounded in suspected targeted US shootingSan Joaquin County detectives say the attack appears to be targeted.30 Nov 06:11 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldTraffic jam: Man charged with blocking motorway to film music video NY Times: Vehicles blocked the lanes, with the closed highway creating a makeshift stage.30 Nov 03:14 AM
EntertainmentAriana Grande pushes back on health speculationThe singer shared an old interview clip urging fans to stop body comments.30 Nov 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Pretty disappointed’: Mowbray’s personal text to PM amid social media lobbyingThe Herald has obtained texts and emails between the PM and the high-profile lobbyists. 29 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldElderly rebel nuns allowed back in Austrian convent after rowThe trio fled a Catholic care centre in September to secretly return to the convent.29 Nov 04:53 AM
Entertainment'Can't recognise anyone': Film icon shares devastating health newsShe has stepped back from new films as her macular degeneration worsens.28 Nov 06:38 PM
Kahu‘Ignited an invigoration’: Māori Queen turns social media kids onto KīngitangaRahui Papa says her reign has reignited rangatahi pride in the Kīngitanga.27 Nov 10:56 PM
WorldTourist’s Thai ferry trip turns costly as luggage swept out to seaFootage posted to social media shows bags drifting away as the ferry battled rough seas.26 Nov 06:41 AM
EntertainmentIs your partner's dress sense hurting your relationship?The Biebers prompted a discussion on the power of dressing in tune with your partner.25 Nov 10:54 PM
WorldSecond teen charged over fatal Sydney stabbingLocal electorate member says knife crime is 'rampant' and asks for tougher NSW laws.25 Nov 08:20 PM
WorldOxford grad’s celebration post hijacked by angry men onlineCritics mocked her for studying instead of marrying or having children.25 Nov 05:41 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldSocial-lite: Study finds mental health benefit to one-week social media breakNew York Times: Improvement was most pronounced in those with more severe depression.25 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldFake AI videos have a new generation loving 1980s lifeAI is making it easier for people to indulge in an idealised 1980s nostalgia.25 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldHow Democrats are building their own digital media armyConservatives have a decade-long head start with podcasts, social media, digital outlets. 25 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Avoiding udder chaos’: Runaway cow causes stir in suburban streetsLocals used a car to help steer the animal safely into a nearby property.25 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandPolice defend releasing details about body found in Te Anihana Pomana searchFormal identification of the body has not yet been confirmed.25 Nov 03:32 AM
EntertainmentAriana Grande fan who rushed red carpet deported from SingaporeJohnson Wen was jailed for nine days after admitting being a public nuisance.25 Nov 03:13 AM
AucklandPolice carry out post-mortem on body found in search for Te Anihana PomanaThe 25-year-old was last seen leaving Auckland’s SkyCity hotel on August 21.25 Nov 02:28 AM
WorldBased in US or Nigeria? Musk’s X erupts over location featureNikita Bier says the location tool aims to make the platform more transparent.24 Nov 10:48 PM
New ZealandWaves glow blue: What's causing an 'ethereal' spectacle at PāpāmoaWitness Barbara Cowell, 78, said she’d never seen anything like it in all her years.24 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandOnline abuse driving women from local politicsAuckland City councillor Julie Fairey says women face harsher online attacks.23 Nov 08:37 PM
EntertainmentLenny Kravitz loses dreadlocks after fan grabs him mid‑song in BrisbaneThe 61-year-old rocker said a fan ripped four dreadlocks from his head.23 Nov 06:45 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe internet loves peptide therapy. Is it really a miracle cure?New York Times: Here's what the science says about the potential benefits and the risks.23 Nov 03:00 AM
WorldA hulking home addition is dividing neighbours and stumping officials'Pop-up' building has led to constant attention and cases of harassment in Virginia.23 Nov 01:40 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSwipe right for drugs: The secret signals and emojis hidden on dating appsResearchers say emojis on dating profiles signal the drugs available: meth or cocaine.22 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldGuinness fans split over pubs pouring new 60/40 hybrid pintThe concoction blends Guinness 0.0 and the classic stout for less alcohol.22 Nov 06:36 AM
Entertainment‘Dumbhead’ drama: Miss Universe mired in scandal and walkoutsTwo judges quit, alleging the contest’s final choices were secretly pre-set.22 Nov 04:36 AM
Entertainment'This is karma doing its thing': Cruise’s reaction to Kidman-Urban splitAn insider says Cruise thought the couple had 'very little in common from the get-go'.22 Nov 04:23 AM
Auckland'Take note': Fishing protest organiser says Govt needs to start listeningThe One Ocean protest has travelled nearly 30km from Albany to Mission Bay.21 Nov 11:17 PM
