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‘I’m addicted’: The All Whites staffer who knows their World Cup rivals inside out
As soon as the draw was complete at the start of December, Logan Hughes began learning everything there is to learn about Iran, Egypt and Belgium.

Te Pati Maori: Whanau are navigating a fuel and cost of living crisis in addition to a public health system that requires urgent transformation
We asked each party in Parliament to respond to the Heath Stuff Health of the Nation survey. Here’s what Te Pati Maori say.

Six cheap winter school holiday NZ getaways
Stuff has found six places where a family of four can stay for less than $350 a night during the school holidays from July 4 to 19.

"If 'The Racist Hour' goes to air, do we just tell people to turn it off?
Important questions remain over the future shape of media safeguards in New Zealand, writes Broadcasting Standards Authority chief executive Stacey Wood.

Woolly mammoth among trove of ancient DNA found in squirrel poo

Get Blue aims to expand clean water access as climate change worsens global crisis

UK pro-Palestinian protester wanted to shut factory to save lives

AI push stalls inside Israeli government despite national tech strength, report finds

Kia signs assembly MoU with Stellantis in Malaysia

Risk of death to oldest man at World Cup - walking miracle Gordon
How Craig Gordon's career has been a series of comebacks and the 43-year-old's World Cup inclusion for Scotland seemed an impossible dream only a few months ago.

Construction on fire site by Glasgow Central Station might not start for several years
Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken says the planning and consultation process regarding the land is likely to last until about 2030.

I have right papers and visa - barred referee Artan
Somali referee Omar Artan says he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite holding the "right papers" and "right visa".

Perform or perish: The All Blacks contenders under the microscope in Super Rugby semis
There's no better time to impress the All Blacks coach than during the Super Rugby Pacific finals. Which players will raise their hands with thrive or perish?

‘Taking worms saved my life,’ says Kiwi nurse
Putting parasitic hookworms into her flesh proved transformational for Jane Puckey.

Property poll: Should we be building more apartments, even if locals object?
New Zealand has never been big on apartments. But it feels like that might be changing.

Wall built to protect billionaire’s house from eroding into sea deemed illegal
114m wall built by billionaire’s company to protect his eroding property was constructed without a building consent.

‘Speed camera capital’: Backlash over cameras despite signs they are working
The AA says speed cameras work, but authorities need to explain why they are using them.

She bought concert tickets for a friend’s birthday. The experience left her irate, earning an apology
Ticketek initially told Lisa Whyte her photo from the concert didn't reflect the actual view, sparking a formal complaint.

Raducanu makes winning start to grass-court season
Emma Raducanu begins her Wimbledon preparations with a promising straight-set victory at Queen's.while Katie Boulter fights back for a deserved win.

EU orders Meta to open WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots
Meta has accused the EU of "regulatory overreach" and says its decision will allow tech giants like OpenAI free access to WhatsApp.

Man reportedly shot at Kenya protest against US Ebola quarantine centre
Protesters are concerned about cross-border infection risks and the lack of transparency from the government about the treatment centre.

Scrapping of Franco-German fighter jet leaves allies at odds on defence future
The flagship partnership project became a glaring example of discord between the two nations.

Iranian group could be labelled national threat under proposed new law
The government is introducing the National Security (State Threats) Bill which could become law within weeks.