All BlacksMcCaw's crisis of confidenceSteve Hansen says he had to talk to Richie McCaw about the unprecedented criticism that the All Blacks captain received after the first two England tests.24 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionWorld Cup Day 12: Five things we learntMichael Burgess looks at the five things learned from today's action in Brazil including the increasing pressure on the hosts.24 Jun 12:45 AM
EntertainmentPop star's death wish slammedKurt Cobain's daughter has hit back at comments from Lana Del Rey, after the singer said that she wished she was dead already.23 Jun 10:54 PM
LifestyleBiggest school ball stressesWe picked the brains of students in the middle of school ball prep mode to suss out what it really takes to be the belle (or beau) of the ball.23 Jun 09:15 PM
EntertainmentGary Oldman on Mel Gibson's anti-Semitic rant: 'Get over it'Gary Oldman has seemingly defended Mel Gibson over his 2006 anti-Semitic remarks, and says we should "take a f****** joke" and "get over it".23 Jun 07:30 PM
WorldSudanese woman released from prisonA Sudanese woman who was sentenced to death for converting from Islam to Christianity has been released from prison, according to her lawyer.23 Jun 06:50 PM
LifestyleFit teens do better in examsTeenagers who are physically fit do better in exams, new research suggests, and those who are lazy see their performance in the classroom suffer.23 Jun 06:00 PM
Football World CupGhana official in fixing stingGhana was yesterday exposed as agreeing to take part in international football matches organised by match fixers.23 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessWe're not a park, says Unitec boss"It's not our core business to be a park. We're an education provider," says Unitec chief executive.23 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleFamily dinner for under $5?The Tattersfields spent less on one meal for their whole family than the price of one McDonald's Happy Meal by following a plan that promises to feed four people for five days for less than $50.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew trains made tardy by controlsSpeed controls on Auckland's new electric trains have affected punctuality between Onehunga and Britomart, where the first three have run since late April.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWildboy set for last leg of epic trekBrando Yelavich has fallen from cliffs, suffered from hypothermia and nearly drowned during a 16-month solo circumnavigation of New Zealand's coastline.23 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentLohan's nude shopping runLindsay Lohan reportedly ran around Selfridges in the nude during a recent shopping spree.23 Jun 04:00 AM
Football World CupWhy Brazil (probably) won't win the CupBrazil are on home soil, with a history of success, many talented players and two World Cup winning coaches on board. But that doesn't mean they will win the tournament.23 Jun 01:30 AM
EntertainmentLorde responds to Nirvana criticism: 'I enjoyed it'Lorde has responded to Iggy Azalea's critical comments about her Kurt Cobain tribute performance at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction concert in April.23 Jun 01:03 AM
OpinionPaul Casserly: Ladies, a plateShould John Campbell get a co-host? Paul Casserly examines both sides of the argument.23 Jun 12:00 AM
AirlinesGrenada, Granada? Dentist sues airlineEdward Gamson was looking forward to viewing the Moorish architecture of Granada. Instead, he was seated on a plane to Grenada. Now he's suing British Airways.22 Jun 10:20 PM
EntertainmentMona Dotcom: Why I left KimThe estranged wife of internet tycoon Kim Dotcom has broken her silence about their separation in an "explosive tell-all" interview with a New Zealand women's magazine.22 Jun 09:51 PM
Football World CupEngland fans want Cup ads goneHundreds of English TV viewers are calling for adverts featuring England football players to be pulled after being knocked out at the group stage of the World Cup.22 Jun 09:30 PM
New ZealandQ&A with John KeyPrime Minister John Key sat down with political editor Audrey Young after his visit to the White House on Saturday to reflect on his trip.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandIs this the end of the Big Smoke?The Cancer Society is appealing to Auckland suburbs with the city's highest rates of smoking for help to press for a smokefree bylaw and possibly fines.22 Jun 05:00 PM
EconomyNew Zealand economy rocking onPaul Bloxham, who dubbed NZ 'the rock star economy', is sticking to his guns. He said the NZ economy was still powering ahead and was likely to outstrip other members in the OECD.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWestie finds hidden cashHidden cash prizes and treasure hunts could soon become a regular fixture in Auckland.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeam brave winter watersChilly Auckland weather added to the team atmosphere for a group of young rugby players at Takapuna Beach at the weekend.22 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Win sets ABs up for battles aheadEverything is set up for a fantastic start to the Rugby Championship, writes Justin Marshall. The All Blacks will have a high level of internal motivation, with the world record test-win streak on the line.22 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThe rehabilitation of AngelinaAs Angelina Jolie is honoured by the Queen, Julia Llewellyn Smith traces how the actress has channelled her former wildness into doing good.21 Jun 10:00 PM
EntertainmentWiggles on top againThe reinvented Wiggles had a bit of a wobbly start but they’re now as popular as ever, finds Bronwyn Sell.21 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandKeeping NZ schools up-to-dateWith NZ's education system dropping in world rankings, is our curriculum keeping pace with a rapidly-changing world and do enough children have full access to new technology?21 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Deadly serious part of buying a homeIn possession of all the facts, people can then make up their own minds whether they choose to buy or not, writes Kerre McIvor. There is a moral imperative.21 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleA face only a mother could loveUgly is in the eye of the beholder - especially for the judges of 29 dogs vying to win the annual Sonoma-Marin Fair's Ugly Dog Contest.21 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleDonors give the gift of lifeHealth reporter Martin Johnston hears the personal stories of a sperm donor, and a woman whose daughter was born through this method.21 Jun 02:57 AM
New ZealandRocky start for charter schoolSerious health and safety issues including drug use and bullying plagued one of New Zealand's first charter schools as its management became dysfunctional.20 Jun 08:34 PM
All BlacksWhere every All Black was bornWhere was every All Black born? This Herald interactive graphic details the birth place of every Kiwi to have worn the silver fern.20 Jun 07:46 PM
OpinionSimon Calder: Why it's sometimes smart to miss your flightJust think about all those hours you've wasted waiting at airports, says Simon Calder.20 Jun 03:00 AM