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Noel Edmonds to marry again: British TV star proposes in hot tub in NZ
The Deal or No Deal host has plans to do up a chapel on his Tasman estate.

Why fatherhood is Joseph Parker's secret weapon in the ring
The father of six has big plans for the future.

French fare leaves sour taste after bakers vanish leaving unpaid bills
'There was always a story about where money was coming from.'

Mariska Hargitay comes to terms with a lifetime of family secrets
NYT: The Law & Order star examines her own clouded origins and the mother she barely knew.

Elon Musk says he has created a new US political party
The bitter feud between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has taken a new turn.

Trump’s finances were shaky. Then he began to capitalise on his comeback
NY Times: Records suggest his riches were not the product of a steady and strong empire.

Businessman loses $11.5k in bank transfer error, wages 5yr legal battle to ID recipient
The wrongful recipient claimed she thought the money was 'inheritance'.

Girls aged 8 and 9 among at least 27 people killed in Texas flash flooding
Dozens remain unaccounted for after the Guadalupe River rose nearly 8 metres in minutes.

How the risks of drinking increase in older age
New York Times: Alcohol can present health problems for even light or occasional drinkers.

Gruesome saw death comes up during sale of ‘munted’ cottage
Previous owner died in horrible circumstances, but buyer didn't seem to mind.

Bid for inquiry into Ōhinemutu sewage spills fails
A cracked pipe last month led to sewage spilling into a geothermal pond in Ruapeka Bay.

Region's first learning hub for migrant parents a 'transformative step'
The hub is aimed at empowering families to better understand NZ's education system.

Tony Alexander: Supply and demand 101 - buyers to reign supreme until 2026
Survey of agents suggests prices face downward pressure.

Couple behind lauded cocktail bar call it a day: 'I don’t think people are prioritising social lives'
'They would rather have eight streaming services than go and get a drink and a bite.'

‘All Blacks stumble over the line’: World media reacts to Dunedin win
Scott Robertson’s side were made to work for their victory under the roof.

Letters: Where have our statesman gone?
OPINION: Tougher penalties for assaulting first responders will hopefully make role safer.

Shane Te Pou: Springsteen is a pulse of musical power for the working class
Springsteen’s music resonates deeply, narrating my own story and struggles.

Editorial: Kiwis support the business battler, not the shoplifter
OPINION: Politicians should not be making excuses for those in society who break the law.

Vege tips: Why you should keep a gardening diary
OPINION: Computers are all good but there's something more tactile about a physical diary.

Worm woes: Tackling sheep parasites in the 1890s
"I was surprised to see such a number of unhealthy sheep on such excellent grass".

Bambina’s Matt McMillan’s favourite spots in Auckland
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

Opinion: Are we there yet? The evolution of the great Kiwi Road Trip
Opinion: In holiday road trips of old, getting lost wasn’t a mistake-it was an adventure.

Brosnan stable stars with jumping double at waterlogged Te Rapa
Change of tactics for mare brings success in the Waikato Hunt Cup.

Noisy nights, potholes and damaged tyres: Rural community shares concerns over trucks on road
A petition from residents highlights noise from 1.30am, speeding trucks and road damage.

Ryan Bridge: Election battle lines are slowly being drawn
OPINION: National focuses on crime as a key election issue, outpolling Labour.

Morning quiz: Which blood type is known as the universal donor?
Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.

'Walked down the aisle in pain': Jess Quinn calls for amputee service reform
The influencer and health advocate struggled for five years with unworkable prosthetics.

Meet the St John call handler who has delivered 19 babies over the phone
Gemma Cale says seeing photos of baby Leonard brought tears to her eyes.

One day, two disasters: Car crash, house fire leaves family with nothing
The community is rallying to support the family with clothes, food and grocery vouchers.

'Living in sheds, cars': Northland families struggle for basic needs
Beds are the biggest seller due to a shortage of quality beds in the region.

‘I have no idea’: Slip costs Lawson in British Grand Prix qualifying
The Kiwi missed out on progressing by just 0.112 seconds at Silverstone.

Player ratings: The All Black debutant that impressed the most
How the players rated in the first test between the All Blacks and French.

TV shake-up: Sky TV set to lose channels - viewers 'don't like repeats'
A major global deal is coming to an end for Sky. What does that mean for customers?

All Blacks hold on, end France losing streak to open 2025
A weakened French side put up a serious challenge under the Dunedin roof.

Lotto Powerball jackpots to $10m, two winners split $1m
The winning tickets were sold in Auckland and on MyLotto to a Waikato player.

Lotto Powerball jackpots to $10m, two winners split $1m
The winning tickets were sold in Auckland and on MyLotto to a Waikato player.

Watch: Jet boat joy rides through swollen stream as severe weather batters parts of NZ
Civil Defence’s flood safety advice warns people against playing in water.

Person seriously injured falling from vehicle in Pokeno crash
Police want to speak with anyone who saw the serious crash.

Recap: All Black beat France to begin 2025 campaign
Scott Robertson's side had three tries disallowed in Dunedin.

Mega-mortgagee sale: Who has $60m to buy an entire apartment block?
Overseas buyers eye 46 newly completed units in Auckland's Takapuna.

Real estate agent sells Kawau Island homes while sailing the South Pacific
Debbie Aldred is keeping her buyers informed from the deck of her yacht.

Historic mansion for sale after overseas owner abandons renovation
"It has just been too difficult to manage.”

Star’s final posts to daughter before death
His daughter Madison, 25, shared a close bond with the Australian actor on Instagram.

Trump ‘very unhappy’ with Putin on Ukraine, hints at sanctions
US President frustrated after a chat with the Russian leader about the Ukraine war.

'Very sad and tragic': Baby found critically hurt at house dies, homicide probe launched
The 6-month-old infant was discovered critically injured last Sunday.

Caitlyns Wish claims seventh win in Te Rapa sprint race
The 5-year-old held off her rivals in the Group 1 Turf Bar Sprint on Saturday.

'Absolutely insane': Lorde's new album hits number 1 on both sides of globe
Lorde said she was in disbelief at the love fans had shown for Virgin.

Marlee Matlin on Hollywood, healing and stories still untold
NYT: The star on the joy, and pain, of being Hollywood’s first Oscar-winning deaf actress.

Māori All Blacks beaten by Scotland
Visitors bounce back after a flying start from the hosts in Whangārei.

Brazen hammer heist: Police hunt jewel thief, staff distressed after store raid
Alleged thief struck before 1pm and after the robbery fled the scene in a vehicle.

'I'm really looking forward': Sharp on racing at familiar Silverstone
Louis Sharp sits 20th in the F3 table with 11 points in his rookie year.

Cause of death revealed as Julian McMahon, 56, dies after private battle
The Australian actor starred in Australian soaps before finding success in the US.

Teen claims Air NZ ghosts her after storm-diverted plane lands at ‘dead’ US airport at 2am
A bunch of Kiwis banded together to make their own way to New York after disruption.

Afternoon quiz: What is the main cause of coral bleaching?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

Emma Raducanu criticises Wimbledon electronic line calls after loss
Comments came after she queried a crucial line call in her match against Aryna Sabalenka.

Texas flash flood death toll rises to 24
Rescue teams scramblin to locate stranded residents in region northwest of San Antonio.