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'More fun in your 20s in the 70s': Fran Lebowitz still going strong
There's not a lot about modern America that famously caustic US writer Fran Lebowitz likes.

Donald Trump's tariff reversal delivers a major win for NZ farmers, but risks loom
A surprise reversal on high beef tariffs has been a welcome relief for farmers, but with Donald Trump in the White House, celebrations are muted

Caulerpa invasion: 'Government isn't taking it as seriously as they need to'
Caulerpa went from covering 60 hectares around Great Barrier Island to more than 2000 hectares.

Israel a greater threat to regional stability than Iran, Oxford Union votes

Netanyahu: Israel cannot set timeframe for creation of Gaza international force

What’s the shadowy organisation taking Gaza Palestinians to South Africa?

Iran begins cloud seeding to induce rain amid historic drought

Poll: Cost of living tops Kiwis’ concerns - but faith in government performance hits new low
Inflation and the cost of living remain the most pressing issue for New Zealanders, a new poll shows - and Kiwis are scathing about the government’s performance.

Tech Now
Shiona McCallum meets an AI startup working to fix erratic clothing sizes in fashion.

All Blacks XV v Uruguay - international rugby
Follow live coverage as the All Blacks XV looks to complete an unbeaten tour with a win against Uruguay in France.

Silver Ferns v England - second netball test
Follow live coverage of the second netball test between the Silver Ferns and England in London.

Fate brought the owners to this 70s-inspired ocean-view home
“I walked in the door and I said, ‘Oh, my goodness, what are you doing living in my house?’.”

Military career over for Navy recruit who indecently assaulted 8 comrades
The young sailor was dismissed from “His Majesty’s Service.”

The Costco effect: New Zealand’s next boom city
A town set to have 60,000 people: ‘it’s not often you get the chance to build a new city’.

Search for body of third child after deadly Sanson fire
More than $90,000 has been raised for the mother of the three children who is "navigating the deepest emotional pain".

Yes, you can be intolerant to fruit and veg
For people with hereditary fructose intolerance, even a couple of bites of juicy watermelon can cause serious health problems.

Germany's Wadephul urges Western Balkans to speed up EU reforms

All Blacks XV beat Uruguay to complete unbeaten tour
Follow live coverage as the All Blacks XV looks to complete an unbeaten tour with a win against Uruguay in France.

Government performance rating hits new low in survey
Labour has overtaken National on perceptions of its ability to manage the economy, putting the party on top for 15 of the top 20 issues for New Zealanders.

Feral: How millions of wild cats are creating a 'bloodbath' across our native heartland
They're 'killing machines', wiping out native species. So why is it so hard to fight back against feral cats?

Disability advocate has Facebook account shut down
The social media giant told Blake Forbes he breached its "community standards" but he suspects he was targeted for activism.

Where it all went wrong for the All Blacks at Twickenham
The All Blacks’ Grand Slam title hopes went up in smoke as England beat them in London for the first time in 13 years.

You’ve got your ticket, now stay at this NZ hotel steps from the spotlight
It’s new, it’s fun and it should be the place you stay when seeing a show in Auckland. Emma Stanford checks in to Tribe Auckland.

Red light, green light: Here’s how traffic lights actually work
Have you ever sat at traffic lights for what feels like an eternity, glaring at the round red blob telling you to stay put and wondering who on earth decides how long you have to sit there for?