'I live at home like a prisoner': New Taliban law bans women's voices in public
New York Times: The sound of a woman’s voice outside the home has been outlawed.
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How national security has transformed economic policy
Financial Times: Spy fears and dual-use technologies have eclipsed free market orthodoxy.
Kiwis importing hearing aids to avoid prohibitive local costs
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In deciding when to sentence Trump, judge faces ‘impossible’ task
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Audrey Young: New Māori Queen begins her reign with a deep well of goodwill
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SkyCity in court over '$1 billion or so' of transactions without adequate oversight
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The man braving the wild to rescue the rarest of flowers
New York Times: Carlos Magdalena has been called the “plant messiah”.
Desperate bid to save JFK shown in resurfaced film
New York Times: The footage from 1963 has only been seen by a few people.
A Du Val business valued at $431m? Receiver notes no independent valuation
No external valuation to show one entity was worth $431m, according to new PwC report.
Developer Shundi Customs vs builder China Construction in High Court over $300m Seascape
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An au pair, a husband’s affair, and a double homicide
Au pair claims self-defence; prosecutors allege a plot involving her affair with husband.
Mummy's little helpers: The Kiwi women illegally trading meds to ‘get it all done’
The Drug Foundation has warned of the risks.
Boating companies in liquidation owing IRD $1.5m in unpaid taxes
The businesses owe unpaid taxes and loans, according to the IRD's statements of claim.
Volvo ditches pledge to sell only electric cars by 2030
Financial Times: Demand for battery-powered vehicles has decreased globally.
Steve Braunias at Polkinghorne trial: Dr Death appears as witness
OPINION: Death – its mechanisms, its workings – was the only subject on Wednesday.
Sports Insider: 'Crisis' summit called by World Rugby could open door for Saudis
OPINION: It may be the most significant gathering of rugby's overlords in over a decade.
Fishy claims: Supermarket seafood brands accused of greenwashing
Researchers find green claims on many products can't be backed up.
Tony Burton: We are better off when the state is less fun
OPINION: Government work is usually humdrum.
The seven things only a sex therapist will tell you
Telegraph: Is your sex life awkward, unenjoyable or non-existent? These tips can help.
Watercare's secret $20m deal with iwi raises ratepayer concerns
Auckland ratepayers stumped up an additional $20m to care for the Waikato River.
Government considers powerful tools to release more land under housing policy
Housing Minister Bishop warns implementation will be complex but is committed to progress.
Editorial: Dream of a long tunnel well and truly alive for Wellington
The Transport Minister blasted 'phantom projects' while holding firm to one of his own.
Letters: Delays seeing a doctor; an Auckland Māori attraction for tourists
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From 'nepo baby' to breakout star: Eve Hewson's journey to Hollywood success
New York Times: Eve Hewson talks fame, acting, and her famous father Bono.
Consumer advocate urges faster action on grocery sector competition to ease price pain
While the Grocery Commissioner is moving ahead of schedule, action remains slow.
Market close: NZ shares sail through choppy waters as Nvidia spooks global investors
The NZ sharemarket fared better than many of its Asian peers.
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