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Reaction to Trump's Tariffs, Russel Brand accused and China watches closely | NZ Herald News Update

The world reacts to Donald Trump applying new global tariffs on trade. Russel Brand is accused of rape and sexual assault. China keeps an eye on NZ investigations.

Trump trade ‘emergency’ follows decades of anger that America has been ripped off

New York Times: Experts question how the US can be facing an emergency over trade deficit.

Editorial: A meaningless sporting summer, it’s just not cricket

OPINION: What happened to our summer game this season?

'Crouch, touch, hold’ before engaging with US: Hawke’s Bay industry wary of tariff scrum

Hawke’s Bay exports in 2023 were valued at $3.23 billion, 31% of its GDP.

The false things Trump said about tariffs during his announcement

The President relied on claims that have been debunked many times before.

Why the US 20% tariff figure is ‘garbage economics’

So where did the mysterious number come from?

Editorial: We escaped Trump’s Liberation Day hurt locker ... for now

OPINION: Of greater concern now is suppressed consumer demand for all exports.

‘Manageable’ impact: NZ faces $900m hit from US tariffs

Weaker global demand is likely to depress commodity prices, says Westpac's Kelly Eckhold.

Luxon says 'tariffs not the way to go' as Trump slaps 10% tariff on NZ

Luxon expects costs will rise for US consumers buying NZ products.

Trump car tariffs may increase cost of some car parts, lead to more Chinese vehicles in NZ

Car industry groups are keeping a close eye on potential tariff impacts on NZ.

The secret of survival – Winston Peters is set to turn 80

Winston Peters was given a surprise gift by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Editorial: Luxon puts bat to ball in India but will he put pen to paper?

OPINION: Dairy remains the trickiest delivery to negotiate between the two countries.

Heathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News Update

Heathrow Airport is closed due to a fire breaking out. PM Luxon has touched back down on home soil after a productive trip to India. Western Springs Speedway closes its doors.

X sues Indian government over censorship, upping US pressure on Modi

Musk's companies recently made significant market inroads in India.

Matthew Hooton: Luxon’s India trade push could secure second term

OPINION: The PM might gain from trying the same approach he used in New Delhi back home.

PM Luxon defends NZDF job cuts plan as India visit ends

The Government is about to release its 15-year plan for NZ's defence spending.

Audrey Young: Veteran vs newbie – Luxon and Peters take very different styles to world stage

OPINION: The PM gets an A for enthusiasm, but he may have his high trade hopes dashed.

New Zealand spent $26.4 billion more than it earned in 2024 – that’s an improvement

The current account deficit has narrowed on improved tourism and dairy exports.