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!['A nasty woman': CTI celebs turn on Suzanne Paul after prize theft](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'A nasty woman': CTI celebs turn on Suzanne Paul after prize theft
On tonight's episode of Celebrity Treasure Island, the underdogs take on the top dogs.
![New Zealand music pioneer dies aged 70](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
New Zealand music pioneer dies aged 70
'It’s been a hard battle for him the last couple of years.'
![Mariah Carey opens up about double family loss](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mariah Carey opens up about double family loss
The star's mother and sister died on the same day last month.
Watch
![Introducing iPhone 16 | Apple](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Introducing iPhone 16 | Apple
Meet iPhone 16. Built for Apple Intelligence. Turbocharged with the new A18 chip. Featuring all-new Camera Control. New 48MP Fusion camera. Macro photography and more.
![The Chase's record-breaking £100,000 win](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
The Chase's record-breaking £100,000 win
Two contestants have won the show's biggest-ever jackpot with a six-figure sum during a nail-biting final round. Video / ITV
![A Minecraft Movie | Teaser](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
A Minecraft Movie | Teaser
From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures and starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, “A Minecraft Movie". Video / Warner Bros Pictures
![Kendrick Lamar to headline 2025 Super Bowl LIX halftime show](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Kendrick Lamar to headline 2025 Super Bowl LIX halftime show
Rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl half-time show, the National Football League and Apple Music announced on Sunday. Video / Kendrick Lamar
![Mike Hosking discusses his family's Oasis issue](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mike Hosking discusses his family's Oasis issue
Would you fly 18,000km to the United Kingdom just to take your teenager to an Oasis concert? Video / Newstalk ZB
![Hollywood actor John Travolta spotted flying out of Queenstown Airport](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Hollywood actor John Travolta spotted flying out of Queenstown Airport
US actor John Travolta has been spotted jetting out Queenstown on September 4, 2024 after spending most of the past week in the South Island resort town. Video | Supplied
Music
![New Zealand music pioneer dies aged 70](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
New Zealand music pioneer dies aged 70
'It’s been a hard battle for him the last couple of years.'
![Country music awards hit high note with renowned guest artists](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Country music awards hit high note with renowned guest artists
Country music singers from throughout New Zealand are vying to be the best.
![Global stars to headline Synthony in the Domain 2025](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Global stars to headline Synthony in the Domain 2025
Synthony No. 6 will make its debut at the Auckland Domain next year.
![Kendrick Lamar to headline 2025 Super Bowl LIX halftime show](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Kendrick Lamar to headline 2025 Super Bowl LIX halftime show
Rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl half-time show, the National Football League and Apple Music announced on Sunday. Video / Kendrick Lamar
![William Dart review: Auckland Chamber Orchestra at Raye Freedman Arts Centre](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
William Dart review: Auckland Chamber Orchestra at Raye Freedman Arts Centre
OPINION: ACO's 'Bagatelles' concert was a top-notch evening of chamber music.
Television
!['A nasty woman': CTI celebs turn on Suzanne Paul after prize theft](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'A nasty woman': CTI celebs turn on Suzanne Paul after prize theft
On tonight's episode of Celebrity Treasure Island, the underdogs take on the top dogs.
!['Not for p*ssies': Mike King pulls charity backing from boxing event due to beer tagline](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'Not for p*ssies': Mike King pulls charity backing from boxing event due to beer tagline
A beer created by ITM Fishing Show host Matt Watson has the tagline 'not for p*ssies'.
![Review: Is this the biggest cheat in Celebrity Treasure Island history?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Review: Is this the biggest cheat in Celebrity Treasure Island history?
In the words of host Lance Savali, is Celebrity Treasure Island 'back and better, baby'?
Culture
![Resurgence of moko kauae subject of masters degree](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Resurgence of moko kauae subject of masters degree
"This topic has always been one I’ve wanted to explore."
![Ngā Manu Kōrero Nationals: 'Take deep breaths and be confident'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Ngā Manu Kōrero Nationals: 'Take deep breaths and be confident'
Tips for competitors at the 59th year of speech nationals.
![Opinion: The Crown's thirst for Māori land was nothing more than brutal home invasions – Rob Campbell](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Opinion: The Crown's thirst for Māori land was nothing more than brutal home invasions – Rob Campbell
OPINION: The book by Vincent O'Malley is not to be missed.
![Donald Trump interview on 9/11 anniversary found in Whakaata Māori vault](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Donald Trump interview on 9/11 anniversary found in Whakaata Māori vault
The interview on the anniversary of the September 11 attacks is replayed.
Movies
![Review: The Lesson - a gripping British thriller](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Review: The Lesson - a gripping British thriller
Suspenseful thriller explores class divides and personal ambition in a chilling setting.
![James Earl Jones, the voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
James Earl Jones, the voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
The prolific actor's career spanned 60 years in film, theatre and television.
Spy
![Spy: How naughty will the revived Game of 2 Halves be?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Spy: How naughty will the revived Game of 2 Halves be?
Can its new captains outdo Ridge and Ellis?
![Spy: Sporting VIPs set to open new Kingsland sports bar](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Spy: Sporting VIPs set to open new Kingsland sports bar
The A-list sports stars expected at kick off.
![Luxury NZ fashion brand ‘parked’ a year after glossy launch - without ever selling an item](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Luxury NZ fashion brand ‘parked’ a year after glossy launch - without ever selling an item
Actor Jono Kenyon has severed ties with the brand, which is also linked to a fraudster.
!['A new lease of life': Hospitality star sisters take over SPQR site](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
'A new lease of life': Hospitality star sisters take over SPQR site
'Rest assured, the copper bar danced upon by so many over the years will remain.'
![Spy: Stars forecast for huge Haka challenge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Spy: Stars forecast for huge Haka challenge
Can Che Fu and the Topp Twins help with the challenge to take on France?
![Spy: What's Jason Momoa been up to and when is he coming back?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Spy: What's Jason Momoa been up to and when is he coming back?
The Hollywood star revealed his ‘favourite place in Aotearoa’.
More Entertainment
![Kevin Costner reveals why 'Horizon 2' theatrical release was scrapped](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Kevin Costner reveals why 'Horizon 2' theatrical release was scrapped
'It didn’t have overwhelming success,' Costner said.
![William Dart review: Auckland Chamber Orchestra at Raye Freedman Arts Centre](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
William Dart review: Auckland Chamber Orchestra at Raye Freedman Arts Centre
OPINION: ACO's 'Bagatelles' concert was a top-notch evening of chamber music.
![Monty Python's Eric Idle on Robin Williams, Taylor Swift and why he's still touring at 81](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Monty Python's Eric Idle on Robin Williams, Taylor Swift and why he's still touring at 81
The comedian is heading back to New Zealand with his new stage show.
![Opinion: Please do not take cancer advice from a top model](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Opinion: Please do not take cancer advice from a top model
Experts say the supermodel's comments are dangerous and warn against taking heed.
![‘You’re pressing too hard!’: The best and worst Hollywood kisses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
‘You’re pressing too hard!’: The best and worst Hollywood kisses
OPINION: Cinema’s five greatest smooches – and five we’d rather forget.
![Ashton Kutcher admits ‘toxic masculinity’ affected his parenting](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Ashton Kutcher admits ‘toxic masculinity’ affected his parenting
The star has admitted he behaves differently with his two kids.
Puzzles and Games
![Sudoku - test yourself](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Sudoku - test yourself
The best fun with numbers! Sudoku is simple to learn but the challenges never end.
![Crosswords](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Crosswords
Keep your brain active and test your general knowledge with our classic crosswords
![Cryptic crossword](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Cryptic crossword
Keep your brain active and test your general knowledge with our cryptic crosswords
![Wordsearch](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Wordsearch
Wordsearch puzzles are solved by finding words hidden in a grid of letters.
Quizzes
![Morning quiz: What is the first production car released by Tesla?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Morning quiz: What is the first production car released by Tesla?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's morning quiz.
![Afternoon quiz: Which artist collaborated with Taylor Swift on the song Fortnight?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Afternoon quiz: Which artist collaborated with Taylor Swift on the song Fortnight?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
![Morning quiz: What was Princess Diana's middle name?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Morning quiz: What was Princess Diana's middle name?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's morning quiz.
![Afternoon quiz: What is the title of Oasis' debut single?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Afternoon quiz: What is the title of Oasis' debut single?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
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Tackling NZ’s food waste problem
Woolworths’ ambitious goal to keep unsold food from landfill.
![How Blue Frog made a giant leap](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
How Blue Frog made a giant leap
Sustainable breakfast company breaks into new markets with help from Kiwibank.
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Ambulance stations need urgent work
Light The Way appeal needs $4m to fund urgent station builds.