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Company owner defends controversial apprentice prank

An Australian apprentice had concrete dust sprayed in his face in the prank.

'We've come through it': Honey sector eyes recovery after Covid collapse

A new 15% US tariff poses a fresh challenge for mānuka honey sales.

Zespri eyes next decade after hitting $4.5b milestone

The exporter now sells to 52 countries, with US sales up 30% despite tariffs.

Xi presses Trump to toughen US stance on Taiwan independence

The Trump administration has yet to decide on China’s demand ahead of a summit.

NZ on 'wrong side of history' over Palestine, says Helen Clark

Helen Clark says NZ has aligned with the US in not recognising Palestine.

'He's done what he said': Business leaders split on Trump’s impact

Just two of 150 CEOs in the Herald survey rated Trump 'very impressive'.

How Felicity Roxburgh plans to reshape NZ’s trade voice

Exporters lose up to $12b a year from behind‑the‑border trade barriers.

Dairy giants upbeat despite tariffs and global volatility

NZ secured the first dairy free trade deal with the Gulf Cooperation Council.

UK approves plans for new runway at Gatwick Airport

The second runway will allow an extra 100,000 flights per year.

'Very productive': Trump claims progress after Xi phone call

Trump says Xi will host him in China next year after their latest call.

Trump turns on Putin after UK talks with Starmer

Starmer clashed with Trump over UK plans to recognise a Palestinian state.

Matthew Hooton: The economy has crashed completely off the track

The Government can’t blame Covid or Donald Trump for yesterday’s shocking GDP numbers.

Stuart Nash dumped from US govt trip after crude remarks about women

Nash had already quit two other roles before apologising publicly on LinkedIn.

Watch: Nicola Willis speaks as GDP slumps 0.9% in June quarter

The contraction was much worse than expected and may trigger a more aggressive OCR cut.

The Country: The PM on ag returning to the classroom

Christopher Luxon, Shane McManaway, Andrew Murray, Nicola Grigg, and Jeremy Rookes speak.

Senate confirms Trump adviser to top Fed role

It is the first time in 90 years a White House official joins the Fed board.