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by September 14, 2023

Who won Dancing on Ice 2025? Sam Aston is crowned champion after beating bookies favourite Michaela Strachan in show's 'last ever final' amid fears series could be 'AXED due to plummeting ratings'

The winner was left stunned by the result after beating the bookies favourite to skate away with the trophy.

Worried you’re taking too long to reach the big O?

OPINION: There’s few bigger mood killers than the worry that creeps into your mind mid-sex that you’re taking too long to orgasm.

Another small, cheap car set to disappear later this year

Once iconic Ford hatchback the latest victim to the popularity of crossovers and SUVs.

Kei te taka tonu ngā pāpātanga mōkete

Ināianei ka tukuna e ngā pēke matua e whā ngā pāpātanga i raro iho i te 5%.

Cancer patient who lost lung in botched surgery says health system 'owes him a new one'

Cancer patient Ian Tollemache had the wrong part of his lung cut out by a surgeon.

Distraught mother speaks of devastation after 15-year-old son is stabbed to death in Spanish shopping centre

Andrew Milroy died from a single stab wound to the chest in Lloret de Mar during the early hours of yesterday morning.

With most male actors at war, a small Ukrainian theatre reinvents itself with an all-female cast

The 43-year-old Ukrainian actor took to the stage wearing a black leather jacket and with a moustache painted on her face.

Maya, the only female porter in Ludhiana, carries bags for a few rupees to pay for her son, 12

Maya Devi, 40, is the only woman railway porter in the Punjab city of Ludhiana. As the mother of a 12-year-old, she has no choice but to keep working.

Trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney's International Women's Day post sparks heated backlash

Transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney has once again sparked backlash, this time with a social media post celebrating International Women's Day .

Revealed: Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe hosted dinner party for potential donors hours before he was reported to police by party colleagues amid allegations of bullying and violent threats

The revelation that Mr Lowe was still hosting fundraising events alongside party treasurer Nick Candy undermines claims that he was 'out of control' and no longer a team player.

Watch: Black Cap takes third flying one-handed catch at Champions Trophy

After pulling off two stunning catches at point during the group stage, Glenn Phillips was at it again in a different position in the final.

Jump in legionnaires' disease cases linked to spa pools

There were 10 cases of legionnaires' disease in the year to March, triple what it was the year before.

Fishing industry hit back at claims

Seafood New Zealand has hit back at claims the fishing industry is killing more Hector’s dolphins than any other cause.

PGA Tour Champions: Kiwi Steven Alker ends winless run, claims Cologuard Classic in playoff

The 52-year-old took out the Cologuard Classic in a playoff.

Pizza lovers divided over 'abominable' new topping: 'Straight to jail'

One unique topping has united lovers and haters of the controversial ham-and-pineapple pizza as they rush to slam the innovation.

Major Wellington road blocked as bus and vehicle collide

The Petone overbridge was blocked for about an hour.

Another full frontal White Lotus scene leaves viewers gobsmacked as dysfunctional dad Jason Isaacs goes naked

HBO 's The White Lotus delivered yet another male full-frontal nude scene on Sunday's brand new episode.

Teenager, 16, is tortured and dismembered after Valentine's Day meetup with sicko, 35

Miranda Corsette, 16, a was tortured and dismembered after she met up with 35-year-old Steven Gress for Valentine's Day, Florida police say.

Mountaineer who invented 'FiveFingers' climbing shoes plunges 1,000ft to his death after losing his footing on Italian peak

Mountain sports fan Robert Fliri, 48, had been descending the 10,000-foot-high Punta d'Oberettes ice wall with two friends in Val di Mazia, near the Swiss border.

The US city where every day feels like a party

Alexia Santamaria discovers that the spirit of New Orleans’ most famous festival can be experienced throughout the year.

Trump’s tariffs face long odds in bid to bring factories home

Currently, just 8% of US workers now toil in factories, after decades of outsourcing manufacturing to places such as Mexico and China.

Familiar faces of the internet's most-shared memes: What the 'success kid', 'disaster girl' and 'side-eyeing Chloe' look like now after going viral in the early 2000s

They say a picture says a thousand words, but in the early 2000s teenagers found that memes could become a new universal language.

Boy, 16, arrested for 'raping two women in brutal attack that rattled small Arizona community'

A teenager from Scottsdale, Arizona has been arrested for allegedly raping two women, including a neighbor who lives in his apartment building. DNA evidence linked the 16-year-old boy to the assaults, which happened one week apart on Oct. 18 and Oct. 24, police said.

Man who shot his wife to death in front of their children in a crowded park found dead after Florida manhunt

Julian Paris, 54, was wanted by police after he callously shot his wife dead at a crowded park in Orlando in broad daylight in front of their three children.

Company behind Juicy Fest placed into voluntary liquidation

Juicy Fest had cancelled the New Zealand leg of the tour in December.

Are YOU eligible for Barclays £12.5m outage payout - as bank pledges to give millions of customers compensation?

Barclays has been ordered to pay out £12.5million in compensation after outages on its app and website affected millions of customers.

Horror as another baby sitter goes on bloody rampage, stabbing to death girl, 5, boy, 8, and their two dogs

The victims, an eight-year-old boy and a five-year-old girl, were discovered by Naperville police at the home of Elzbieta M. Plackowska, 40 in Illinois.

New Canadian PM warns Trump ‘wants to destroy our way of life’

“The Americans want our resources, our water, our land, our country,” Mark Carney says as he vows to stand up to the Trump administration.

Keir Starmer hopes to finalise a peacekeeping plan for Ukraine this week - as Labour minister warns countries cannot be 'dragooned' into the coalition of the willing by the UK

The Prime Minister (left) will continue his diplomatic push in a bid to reach a more 'concrete' blueprint for peace which can be presented to Washington.

Being AI eliminates chief marketing officer, vice president of HR roles

PLUS: How long can its shares remain suspended?

Portrait of Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman, 22, is donated to Harvard University

A portrait of 22-year-old Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman has been donated to Harvard University's permanent collection.

Man United 1-1 Arsenal - PLAYER RATINGS: Who was too pedestrian for the hosts? Which Gunners man rated just 5/10? And who was the Red Devils' star man?

CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: Arsenal and Manchester United shared the spoils on Sunday in their Premier League clash, as the Gunners lost further ground to Liverpool.

Britney Spears raises eyebrows with Justin Timberlake video after his tour 'disaster'

Her ex is still try to recoup his reputation following his 2024 DUI arrest and tour 'disaster'.

Parents of woman who died when Irish doctors refused to perform abortion meet with Indian government to demand justice

The Indian and Irish governments have promised to do all they can for the parents of Savita Halappanavar, who died of blood poisoning after Irish doctors refused her an abortion.

Kim Kardashian shares rare photos to celebrate gal pal's birthday while ignoring ex Kanye West's horrific post

The 44-year-old SKIMS CEO celebrated Simone Harouche, whom she met at age 11, but she stayed publicly silent about her ex-husband's shocking KKK post.

Man arrested, $100,000, meth and e-bike seized in Hawke's Bay

The man, aged 56, faces several charges.

A $2.6 billion hack: How the biggest crypto heist in history went down

New York Times: “All of the ethereum is gone.”

Gisele Bundchen displays incredible post-baby bod in bathing suit in FIRST sighting since giving birth weeks earlier

The catwalk queen was pictured displaying her incredible post-baby body in a leopard print bathing suit during a day by the water with boyfriend Joaquim Valente and daughter Vivian Lake.

The story behind the Hawke's Bay meatball

Unlike its celebrated southern cousin, it has remained a local treat.

Charlotte Dawson looks on cloud nine as she and fiancé Matthew Sarsfield are seen heading home from the hospital with their newborn daughter - hours after welcoming their third child

The reality star, 32, announced she had given birth to their third child on Saturday, after sharing a slew of updates of the labour on Instagram.

Home Office faces growing pressure to reveal whereabouts of Palestinian asylum seeker gunman who was allowed into the UK despite calling on God to 'kill all Jews' and boasting about terrorising Israel

Senior Tories said newly arrived Palestinian Abu Wadee should be located, detained and deported urgently, after the Mail on Sunday revealed he called for the slaughter of all Jews.

Grocery worker who handed out samples of semen-tainted yoghurt gets two years in prison

Anthony Garcia admitted adding a sample of the bodily fluid to a sample of yoghurt while working at a grocery story in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

'Major water outage' in Wellington suburb

The cause of the outage is not yet known.

Winston Peters to meet US Secretary of State in Washington visit

The Foreign Minister is going to New York and Washington DC for talks with his counterpart, Marco Rubio.

Justin Trudeau weeps as he gives emotional farewell speech in front of his family and makes one FINAL dig at Donald Trump - before his successor as Canadian PM continues war of words with fresh jibe at the US president

A weeping Justin Trudeau has taken one last swipe at Donald Trump during his final speech as Prime Minister of Canada. 

Could Sandy postpone next week's presidential election? Yes, in theory

But the probability is unlikely despite the devastating effect superstorm Sandy had on 60 million people across the north-east, or one-sixth of the population.

The story behind the Hawke's Bay meatball

Unlike its celebrated southern cousin, it has remained a local treat.

One in five private school teachers had colleagues made redundant over Labour's VAT on fees, shocking survey reveals

The National Education Union (NEU) polled 4,000 teachers in independent schools in England and Wales about the policy, which came into effect from January.

GridAKL's contribution to Auckland economy revealed

Auckland innovation hub GridAKL estimates it contributes $424 million a year to Auckland's economy, including nearly $170m of indirect spending.

Met Office reveals where in the UK you can see the Northern lights TONIGHT - and in the coming days

The Met Office has revealed what areas may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the aurora borealis this weekend.

Andrew Tate 'lashes out at idea' that crossbow killer and rapist Kyle Clifford was influenced by him - after murderer watched his podcast before rampage

The former soldier tried to ban Louise Hunt from wearing make-up, sought to alter the way she dressed, refused to let her go out without him, and did not want her to socialise with her male friends.

Police speaking to neighbours after man's death in suburban Christchurch

Neighbours say they were shocked to wake this morning to the news of the death.

What got more expensive under Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr's watch?

Over Orr's tenure, two-thirds of the items tracked by the consumer price index increased by an annual rate of more than the top of the bank's inflation target band.

Trump threatens devastating new tariffs on Russia unless Putin and Zelensky make peace 'right now'

President Donald on Friday warned Moscow he was 'strongly considering' imposing sanctions and tariffs on Russia until a ceasefire and peace agreement is reached with Ukraine.

Our one-year-old daughter collapsed while playing with her brothers on holiday and is now in hospital fighting for her life - but the British government says it can't afford to help us

Sienna-Rose, from Liverpool, who is just 19 months old, suffered a brain haemorrhage and swelling while on holiday in Cancun.

Richard Prebble: Why I joined the Waitangi Tribunal – and why I quit

“I am 73 and didn’t want to be making no difference for three years”, the former ACT leader says of his abrupt resignation.

New Zealand golfer Steven Alker wins first Champions Tour event in over a year

New Zealand golfer Steven Alker has won the latest PGA Champions Tour event in Arizona, after a remarkable final round.

Watch: Accused human trafficker Andrew Tate receives warm welcome at UFC event

The self-described misogynist and his brother are under criminal investigation in Florida and charged with human trafficking in Romania, yet were hugged by UFC president and close Trump ally Dana White.

Russian teens 'stabbed man to death at party then murdered four guests'

Sergey Burkaev, 16 (pictured), and Konstantin Surkov, 17, have been arrested on suspicion of knifing to death a man and four young women at a flat in the small Russian town of Kumertau.

I'm Gen-Z, how hard can driving a lorry be? The average driver starts earning more than a graduate - and there's a shortage

I am holding my breath perched behind the wheel of a mammoth HGV, a 44-tonne articulated lorry that could comfortably raze a small house if I take a wrong turn.

12 pupils in Ballarat Catholic school photo their own lives after abuse

A tragic class photo has been revealed where 12 out of the 33 of pupils pictured went on to commit suicide because of the sexual and physical abuse that took place at the school in Ballarat.

I inherited some money and I'm not sure what to do with it - Ask Susan

RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions

International vistor levy: $3 million to be used to attract business conferences

Tourism Minister Louise Upston announced the move at Wellington's Tākina conference centre.

UK map reveals where thick fog will cause havoc as the Met Office issues a yellow weather warning just hours after Brits basked in the sun on the hottest day of the year

A new map indicates swathes of the northeast will be covered as visibility is predicted to drop to lows of 50 metres.

Annie Kilner gives surprise nod to loverat husband Kyle Walker despite being 'far from happy' after he was seen partying with two models

Annie Kilner has given a surprise nod to loverat husband Kyle Walker despite being 'far from happy' after he was seen partying with two models in Milan.

Five tips on how to sell your house

It’s a tricky market right now, with record numbers of homes listed and affordability still difficult for many. The experts have advice.

A haunting ending: The seven days Gene Hackman’s wife could no longer care for him

New York Times: Hackman was alone after his wife and sole caregiver died.

Gene Hackman and wife's death is still 'full of loopholes' as investigators keep case OPEN

Santa Fe Sheriff Adam Mendoza has insisted that Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa's cases will remain open so authorities can tie up 'loose ends' and 'loopholes.'

Nordic worlds rocked by ski jump cheating scandal

Two members of Norway’s ski jumping team were disqualified from competition after their jumpsuits were deliberately altered.

Victoria University law students take oil exploration case to Supreme Court

The group has argued that the 2021 decision to grant permits for onshore exploration to two companies did not properly consider the climate change impacts or views of Māori.

What did the UK's top scientist know of China lab leak theory?

Lord Vallance took part in a multinational teleconference in February 2020 after which the lab-leak hypothesis was allegedly discarded as implausible.

First $150k Government redress payments made to Lake Alice survivors

Fifteen survivors of the Lake Alice child and adolescent unit - the Rangitīkei psychiatric institution where children were tortured in the 1970s - have so far received $150,000 Government rapid redress payments.

‘Unprecedented advantage’: Why India’s Champions Trophy title comes with an asterisk

Across major tournaments in all sports, never has a non-host country enjoyed the treatment that India were afforded during the Champions Trophy.

Champions Trophy Final: Black Caps v India - everything you need to know

The two rivals have met before at this one-day tournament.

Fans convinced Barry Keoghan and Sabrina Carpenter are back together after spotting detail on his outfit

Barry Keoghan attended the Valentino Women's Wear show at Paris Fashion Week on Sunday. He accessorized with a white heart pin surrounded in silver gems that looked awfully familiar.

I was violently raped by a Hollyoaks actor who groomed me after finding me on Facebook when I was  14  - he made me take sexual photos in my school uniform. This is why I believe there are other victims out there too

Rhiannan Egan, now 27, was subjected to vile assaults by predator, Philip Hamer, 34, after being targeted on Facebook at the age of 14.

Molly-Mae Hague 'feeling "conflicted" over having another baby with Tommy Fury' after admitting she's 'terrified' of being pregnant again amid rumours former couple have rekindled romance

The former Love Island stars, both 25, who already share a two-year-old daughter, Bambi, announced their shock split in August.

Exclusive photos: Brad Pitt spotted filming in Queenstown

The Hollywood A-lister has kept a low profile since coming into NZ for his latest movie.

Mother fighting for life after being trapped inside car for 36 hours following crash in Tasman

Hope Hoyland is in a coma and fighting for her life after a being pulled from her car.

We had our first ever threesome on TV and it completely reinvigorated our relationship - Love Island has missed a trick by cutting out the romps, it's no wonder viewers are switching off

Jess, 35, and Mike, 37 - who started creating adult content in 2018 - appeared on the first series of Channel 4 's racy show Open House: The Great Sex Experiment back in 2022.

Investor in Alastair Campbell's son's football betting syndicate 'dies before receiving his £160,000 back' after saying: 'Are you just hoping I'll die before you need to pay up?'

The backer, a well-known figure in the betting world, had messaged Campbell in 2023 in relation to the lost £160,000, saying: 'Are you going to send some money soon or are you just hoping I die.'

Mystery wolf slayer who leaves the dead animals displayed in Tuscan villages has shot seven of them and STRANGLED one in bizarre vendetta

Eight endangered native wolves have been found dead in the hills of Tuscany since the beginning of November, with three fresh corpses emerging in the last week.

Multiple people injured as plane crashes in suburban Pennsylvania

Medics, ambulances, and emergency vehicles rushed to the scene in Lancaster County - as flames engulfed the plane.

Greens say NZ visa barriers for Pacific Island nations is 'unfair', hangover 'racism'

Green MP Teanau Tuiono says Pacific people have been asking for visa-free travel for some time.

'Some of the worst' properties 'ever seen': Landlords fined after evicting tenants who complained about abysmal housing

The tenants were evicted after complaining about sewage in the kitchen, electrical problems, a lack of working smoke alarms.

Black Caps v India: Rachin Ravindra named player of the Champions Trophy after defeat in final

Rachin Ravindra becomes the sixth Kiwi to win a player of the tournament award.

Are women really more conservative investors?

Is it really the case that women inherently want less risky investments, or are there other factors at play?

Man, 29, charged after barefoot protestor climbed Big Ben and clung to it in 16-hour stand-off

Daniel Day, 29, of Palmerston Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex has now been charged with causing a public nuisance and trespassing on a protected site.

Hay Fever kicks in weeks early for millions of people as hot weather encourages an explosion of tree pollen

Fine weather with warm breezes has created ideal conditions for the release of sufficient tree pollen to have people reaching for handkerchiefs and antihistamine tablets already.

Winston Peters to meet US Secretary of State in Washington visit

The Foreign Minister is going to New York and Washington DC for talks with his counterpart, Marco Rubio.

Jennifer Garner's boyfriend sends clear message as he breaks cover after Ben Affleck's shock act left him rattled

Jennifer Garner's long-term boyfriend, John Miller, was pictured for the first time since a bombshell video of her and ex-husband Ben Affleck reportedly left him rattled.

Small Business: Recycling wool waste one pellet at a time

Wool holds moisture, improves soil structure and deters slugs and snails.

Chauffeurs, chalets and chihuahuas: What Kiwis would do if they won Lotto

In one region, winners might “have a big rage” with their mates. In another, “a cup of tea and a lie down” is more likely.

Here's how much interest rates have fallen

The extent of interest rate falls can be seen in new data from the Reserve Bank.

Motorbike rider in his 30s dies after 'hit-and-run' crash with McLaren supercar

A motorbike rider has died after a driver in a McLaren supercar crashed into him in an alleged hit and run. 

Paris Fashion Week turns heads with very provocative tank: Would you wear it?

Designers from across the globe gathered for Paris Fashion Week to push style boundaries - with one creator's statement pieces standing out among the rest.

Changes that come with ageing can be hard to accept. These 3 tips can help

Mourning what has passed and finding worth in what has remained can be an ongoing endeavour.

What will happen to house prices this year? Major bank changes its mind

House prices are forecast to rise this year, but banks differ on how much this will be.

Swearing linked with increased pain tolerance and strength

From pain relief to physical strength, the benefits of swearing go beyond just venting.

Low North Carolina bridge destroys a truck a month¿and there¿s nothing to stop it, says Department of Transportation

North Carolina man Jurgen Henn, who works in a nearby retail complex, said he heard so many crunches and metal grinding crashed over the years.

Shocking video shows Maryland hairstylist drag 15-year-old girl across salon floor after dispute over $150 bill

Jayla Cunningham, 18, is facing criminal charges after she posted a shocking video showing her dragging a 15-year-old client across the salon floor over a dispute about payment.

Match of the Day 'should include less football, more analysis', BBC's chairman sensationally says

Samir Shah said that the Corporation had not done enough to show it was in touch with the concerns of working people, including on migration, pressures on housing and public services.

Intern makes incredible discovery of unknown papers written by Abraham Lincoln in 1844

The 21-year-old, who just finished his junior year at St. Mary’s University in Minnesota, was preparing a stack of old papers to be logged in a database and put into storage.

How a disabled 6yo boy resuscitated nine times at birth overcame stigma

Teddy Rosewarne used to feel embarrassed about using his mobility aids, until Squid Game and Super Mario stickers came to the rescue.

Danny Jones' wife Georgia 'issues final warning in crisis talks amid fears of another video leak' after his kiss with Maura Higgins at the BRIT Awards

Danny Jones' wife Georgia has reportedly issued a final warning in crisis talks - after the McFly star's kiss with his I'm A Celeb co-star Maura Higgins at last week's BRIT Awards.

Vanderpump Rules star James Kennedy issues groveling statement after coming under fire viral Andrew Tate post

The 31-year-old Vanderpump Rules alum - who was spotted ordering drinks from the free VIP bar - was all smiles as he chatted up Andrew and Tristan at Fontainebleau Las Vegas last Friday

When they were offered a place at the table - Acme Cups owners said yes

Two long term employees took the chance to buy Acme Cups a couple of years ago and are continuing the legacy but having a voice of their own

Super Rugby Aupiki: Matatū continue winning ways

The South Island side scored their second victory in two weeks today in Christchurch.

The regulars helping keep New Zealand’s fine dining restaurants afloat

That includes a Christchurch fine dining restaurant where the eight-course menu and wine pairing is over $400 per head.

ICC Champions Trophy final: Black Caps lose to India by four wickets

The Black Caps have lost the Champions Trophy to India by by four wickets in the final in Dubai.

Man, 38, charged after teenager was 'forced into a car and kidnapped' before being 'dumped seriously injured at a train station'

Police were called to reports of dangerous driving and an assault on a teenage boy on Vineyard Way in Purfleet, Essex, at around 7.35pm on March 7.

Greyhound dies after winning race at Christchurch raceway

The dog, Homebush Milo, was the fourth greyhound to die at a race since the Racing Minister announced a ban would be brought in.

Boy, 16, arrested for 'raping two women in brutal attacks that have shaken small Arizona community'

A teenager from Scottsdale, Arizona has been arrested for allegedly raping two women, including a neighbor who lives in his apartment building. DNA evidence linked the 16-year-old boy to the assaults, which happened one week apart on Oct. 18 and Oct. 24, police said.

Clarence Williams: Teacher 'duct tapes 11-year-old student's mouth shut for more than a half hour'

Clarence Williams, of Palo Alto Middle School in Killeen, Texas, has been placed on paid leave for a week while the local school district reviews a report of the incident. School officials did not provide details on what prompted the teacher to allegedly tape the boy's mouth shut on October 23.

Indian man miraculously survives being pierced in chest with 6-foot IRON ROD after car tyre bursts

Hardeep Singh, 42, was impaled by the six-foot long, four-inch thick rod, but was taken to hospital and incredibly survived a near five-hour operation to remove the rod which left a huge hole in his chest.

Chappell Roan commands attention in a HUGE floral gown and dramatic make-up at Valentino's star-studded Paris Fashion Week show

The songstress, 27, whose real name is Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, stunned in an enormous floral gown which featured a dramatic sheer princess skirt and matching puff sleeves.

AI could enhance democracy – ECan councillor

“You can imagine what it would be like having a regional council app on your phone where you could vote on how your rates are spent,” ECan’s Joe Davies says.

Fonterra increases forecast earnings by up to 25%

The dairy giant is expected to report its full year earnings in a range of 55-to-75 cents versus its previous guidance of between 40-to-60 cents per share for the year ending in July.

Yellowstone fans spot bizarre link between Meghan Markle's 'Sussex' name change and 1923 prequel plotline

Viewers following the news surrounding Meghan Markle's name change to 'Sussex' likely found a small scene in this week's '1923' episode particularly timely.

Daisy Ridley cuts an edgy figure in a plunging mesh dress as she graces the red carpet at We Bury The Dead premiere at SXSW in Texas

The British actress, 32, looked incredible in a plunging black dress which teased a hint of cleavage and hugged every inch of her jaw-dropping figure.

Kei te hanga ngā wāpi i ngā kōhanga e taea ai te tae ki 'te rahi o ngā motokā'

Nā te rangi mahana i puta ai ngā kōhanga wāpi nui. Ko ētahi "e tae ana ki te rahi tino nui e hia ngā mano o ngā kaimahi i roto," te kī a te kaiwhakamōtī.

Jessica Simpson’s new song Leave accuses ex Eric Johnson of infidelity following split

Simpson and Johnson, married nearly 11 years, announced their split in January 2025.

Briton Suzanne Cassidy sucked into propellers after jumping off boat in Ibiza

Suzanne Cassidy, 26, (pictured) from Glasgow, only survived by grabbing the side of the boat as the razor-sharp blades hacked into her leg.

Australia Day 2012: Fireworks and lightning combine to light up Perth's skies

An estimated 250,000 people turned out to watch the 28th annual Australia Day fireworks display in the western Australian city, despite fears weather conditions could disrupt the event.

Facebook shares plummet nearly 4 per cent as company's OWN employees dump stock

The social networking giant ended the day down 3.79 percent after 99million shares changed hands. Company stock fell 83 cents to close at $21.11 Wednesday. The stock is down 44 percent from its IPO price of $38.

Fat jab warning for midlife women: As experts sound alarm over sudden weight loss, dieticians reveal the foods you SHOULD be eating, and the ones you must always avoid

Weight-loss jabs have become so popular that recent figures suggest that over half a million people are taking either Mounjaro or Wegovy.

ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS: Who said 'Everybody likes flattery; and when you come to royalty you should lay it on with a trowel'?

This was two-time prime minister Benjamin Disraeli (1804-81). It courted him favour with Queen Victoria, who he drew out of her long mourning period following her husband Albert's death.

Our well-meaning radical leftist neighbours invited hundreds of migrants into their theatre... now we face bankruptcy because they refuse to leave

The Gaite-Lyrique theatre has been overtaken by some 450 Africans who were previously sleeping rough on the streets of the capital.

MAFS Australia 2025: Experts confront Paul over his shocking admission

Meanwhile, another couple leave the experiment during the Commitment Ceremony.

What's good value (and not) on the sharemarket at the moment?

Sharemarkets have been volatile this week as the impact of Donald Trump's on-again-off-again tariff war was felt.

All Blacks v France: Scott Robertson should be seriously worried about three-test series – Gregor Paul

OPINION: Les Bleus may be sending a weakened side, but shouldn't be taken lightly.

Ex-National MP bashes Green's visa-free Pacific travel petition, despite endorsing cause

A former National Party MP has come out swinging at a Green Party petition seeking visa-free travel for Pacific Island visitors, despite campaigning for the same goal.

ANDREW PIERCE: Keir Starmer plays his Trump card ... Piers Morgan!

The PM was overheard inviting the rumbustious broadcaster to No 10 to share a few tips on 'dealing with the Donald', after the pair were both on Laura Kuenssberg's BBC1 Sunday show.

Trump's desperate move to forge truce between warring allies… and how it could decide the future of MAGA

The power struggle behind the scenes may also carry added weight because at the heart of this escalating feud lies a deeper question as to w ho will control the soul of the MAGA movement.

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders score big win over the Reds

Rob Penney's side bounces back from a heavy defeat in their last outing.

Ko te uiuinga whānui hōu e miramira ana i ō ngā kaipōti 'āwangawanga' mō te Kāwanatanga haumi

Neke atu i te tuatoru o ngā kaipōti o Aotearoa Tuatahi e 'whakahē' ana hoki ki te Kāwanatanga, e whakaatū ana i tētahi mōrea pōti nui mō te rōpū.

The fight for the fabric of our nation: Who won the Treaty Principles Bill hearings?

History unfolded at the Treaty Principles Bill hearings - but at the end of the day, who actually won?

Sam Elliott shows he's the ultimate old-fashioned gentleman while grocery shopping with wife Katharine Ross

Hollywood veteran Sam Elliott was spotted grocery shopping with wife Katharine Ross in Los Angeles in a recent rare outing offering a glimpse into their enduring 41-year marriage. 

Biden autopen signature appears on almost every document he signed, bombshell report finds amid demands for full inquiry into who was running the country

The Oversight Project reports that it appears an autopen was used on nearly every document it could find with President Biden's signature during his administration.

Man who worked at Amazon when it was just starting reveals what Jeff Bezos was REALLY like

Steve Yegge, 56, from Washington, started working at Amazon in 1998 as a technical program manager, four years after Jeff launched the company out of his garage.

Peter Thiel now the richest New Zealander after double-whammy wealth surge

The Kiwi passport holder has had several big scores in the past few months.

Woman, 65, arrested after 'confessing to removing a man's penis and heart before cooking and eating them'

A Brazilian pensioner has been arrested after she confessed to removing and eating a man's heart and genitals.

Why power prices are rising – and what power companies could do to help

Power bills will rise by $10 monthly per household from April 1.

Massey University records $3.7m surplus instead of expected deficit

The result comes after a tough few years, when jobs and courses were slashed.

Bloodied stretchers, ghastly shrapnel wounds and the silver bell that rings for new casualties. A gripping dispatch from Ukraine's frontline with the brave medics fighting to save lives: RICHARD PENDLEBURY and JAMIE WISEMAN

Unaided, the young soldier walks to the casualty station. What I can't see in this dusk, and what won't be discovered by a medic until later, is that a piece of the soldier's brain is hanging from his beard.

The ultimate free thing to do in Hong Kong

Outside the concrete jungle of central Hong Kong, you’ll find an actual jungle full of incredible walks

Struggling with errors, Doge deletes billions more from list of savings

NYT: Musk's agency deletes five of the seven largest items from its 'wall of receipts'.

Superstorm Sandy: Over 120 people trapped on remote New York island

Twelve oceanfront houses were swept away and officials said there was damage to 80 per cent of the remaining homes on Fire Island, off the south shore of Long Island.

Phoenix playoff hopes over with fourth straight A-League loss

Wellington still have seven games in their regular season, but sit 11th on the competition table.

Grieving Coleen Nolan 'putting on a brave face' as she prepares to celebrate milestone birthday just eight weeks after beloved sister Linda's tragic death

The Loose Women star will mark the milestone on March 12 with a family party, but the big day will be 'bittersweet' due to her beloved sibling's absence.

Manhunt launched for masked thug after woman in her 70s was 'stabbed in the neck in her garden' before hero neighbour rushed over

The pensioner, aged in her 70s, was saved by her hero neighbour who rushed across the road to intervene causing the masked attacked to flee.

Mediawatch: Anxiety over editorial policy and a billionaire on board at NZME

Mediawatch - NZME's top brass now have a billionaire on board who wants control and maybe more far-reaching editorial change.

Furious Russia condemns European 'threat' and compares Macron to Hitler and Napoleon after EU agrees massive war chest to rearm and France offers to protect continent with nuclear shield

The Kremlin's fury came hours after Macron, EU leaders and Volodymyr Zelensky met in Brussels for a landmark summit and agreed to free up hundreds of billions of euros for defence

The 10-hour flight to nowhere as all but one toilet clogs up

The crappy situation occurred on Air India flight 126 from Chicago O’Hare to Delhi.

The White Lotus: Which character won’t survive the third season of TV’s most intoxicating show?

SPOILERS: A body in the water could be any one of the main cast – or not.

Couple who made almost £2bn on pandemic PPE - most of which was never used - will not give evidence to Covid inquiry

Former nurse Sarah (pictured), 51, and husband Richard Stoute, 54, won a contract to supply NHS hospitals with protective gowns and masks to frontline staff battling the pandemic.

Eurostar chaos: Police to defuse 660lb bomb after all trains halted between London and Paris

MAILONLINE BLOG: Follow live updates as Eurostar passengers hit by major disruption after an unexploded WW2 bomb results in all trains suspended between London and Paris.

Motorcyclist dies after being dragged for quarter of a mile under truck of illegal immigrant 'drink driver'

Police said the 23 year old victim Matthew Denice was still alive when he became trapped in the wheel arch of Guaman's truck.

Cyber threat highest it’s ever been, ex-Five Eyes leader warns

The UK's former national cybersecurity CEO is worried.

Inside Bali's execution island: How inmates are shipped to 'Indonesia's Alcatraz' before being led chained and blindfolded to a jungle clearing to be shot - as Brit faces death by firing squad

But for those targeted by Indonesia's strict drug laws, inmates are kept in pained isolation as they await the 72-hour notice that they will be shot.

Labour set to slash number of official bodies that get a say in planning decisions in bid to unlock more development

The Government will consult on removing Sport England, the Theatres Trust and the Garden History Society from the list of 'statutory consultees'.

Awkward moment mob of goofy trans activists perform horrible version of the Macarena to hijack community meeting

A group of about 100 trans rights activists descended on the Community Education Council for District 2 meeting in Manhattan on February 26 and performed the Macarena.

John Goodman suffers hip injury, delays UK film production

The untitled film also stars Tom Cruise and Sandra Huller.

TV ad links gay Democratic Rep David Cicilline to a child molester, murderer and predator

The ad refers to the freshman's time as a lawyer two decades ago when he defended hardened criminals and is designed to boost GOP hopeful Brendan Doherty. Formerly the head of the state police, Doherty is making his first run for office.

I felt healthier than ever but a regular GP check-up saved my life. I had no obvious symptoms... but there are two warning signs to know now

The video producer had made a sudden sea change, leaving her stressful office job in Sydney for a more relaxed lifestyle in QLD. Then things took a turn...

Witness recalls moment friend and neighbour of 30 years taken by floodwaters in northern NSW

A tiny community in New South Wales has been hit hard by the loss of one of their own in floodwaters from ex-tropical cyclone Alfred.

Wild horses face slaughter after breeding too fast: Mustangs roaming plains of America ¿endanger animals¿

America's iconic mustang has reached a critical state of overpopulation prompting some ranchers to consider slaughter as a way of managing the crisis.

Mother, 56, spent EIGHT days on an NHS hospital corridor in 'inhumane and disgusting' conditions with crippling stomach pain

Sarah Dodd (pictured), 56, spent just under 213 hours on a trolley between 1 February to 9 February at the Beech C ward at Worcestershire Royal Hospital.

Mid Canterbury’s three waters future in the pipeline

Councils have acknowledged that regardless of the model they go with, it’s highly likely rates for water services will need to increase to meet the requirements set down by the Government.

Now Murder on the Orient Express gets trigger warning over themes of death and guilt

Audiences at a stage production of Murder on the Orient Express (pictured) have been presented with a trigger warning that the show features depictions of... murder.

France rugby star reveals extent of injury after Six Nations controversy

Antoine Dupont gave the update on his condition in a post on Instagram.

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg dies at 22 from POLG mitochondrial disease

'Are you proud of me?' was Prince Frederik's final question to his father.

Te Matatini to release album with viral waiata from people's choice winners

A stunning performance at Te Matatini by Te Kuru Marutea is to be included in an upcoming album featuring waiata from the 2025 festival.

British 'drug dealer' faces execution by firing squad in Bali: Thirty-two-year-old 'who was caught with a kilogram of ecstasy at Airbnb' is paraded in an orange jumpsuit ahead of trial

Video shared by the authorities showed the 32-year-old dressed in an orange prison outfit, fidgeting with his head bowed as he was hauled in front of media.

Raulie Casteel, arrested in Michigan highway shootings, had far right-wing political views

Raulie Wayne Casteel, 43, was arrested at his home in suburban Detroit, Michigan. He said said President Obama should be arrested by the military and 'marched out of the White House in handcuffs.'

North Korea 'disappears' 20 of its elite soldiers with death notices sent to their loved ones after they 'endangered Kim Jong-un's life' by breaking one simple rule

The soldiers were arrested for breaching safety protocols when the dictator observed exercises at their special forces base in September.

Cricket: White Ferns take ODI series against Sri Lanka

The White Ferns wrapped up the ODI series against Sri Lanka with a 98 run victory.

Cardinal George Pell denies bribing pedophile Gerald Ridsdale's nephew

Cardinal Pell released a statement denying he tried to bribe the nephew of pedophile priest Gerald Ridsdale when he told him on the phone in 1993 that he was abused as a child by his uncle.

NZTA Waka Kotahi's permission to kill protected species at Mt Messenger ruled unlawful

Waka Kotahi was told it could kill protected species - including kiwi - at its Mt Messenger project.

Hamas issues chilling new hostages threat after Donald Trump warned terror chiefs 'you are DEAD' in bid to free captives

Hamas warned Israel that threats of renewed war 'will not lead to the release of the captives' and issuing a chilling new threat about the fate of the hostages.

Quiz: The Hard Word Mar 10

One word, one clue, one minute. Can you solve today’s Hard Word?

New political poll shows Labour ahead of National, Hipkins ahead of Luxon

The poll, conducted in early March, has the left bloc in position to govern if the election were held today.

Marlborough throws out nearly double the national average to landfill

One person recently showed up with a whole boat. But new waste rules are hoped to reduce the region’s waste, and even save the council money.

Photographer captures the moment 5,000 birds create an exclamation mark formation in the sky

Photographer Nuray Gonulalan was amazed when she looked up and saw the familiar punctuation symbol - often associated with shock or panic - hovering above her in Mogan Lake, Ankara, Turkey.

Centenarians share their longevity formula: ‘Staying busy gives you purpose’

Staying busy, enjoying hobbies, and having a sense of community are all recommended.

Male influencer reveals insane amount he earned last year

Brandon Edelman, better known as Bran Flakezz, revealed the immense amount of money he made last year on Vivian Tu' Your Rich BFF podcast.

Syria's leader Ahmed Sharaa calls for peace after more than 1,000 people killed in massacre - marking one of war-torn country's deadliest days

The interim President, who led the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham that spearheaded the lightning offensive that toppled Bashar al-Assad, called for 'national unity (and) civil peace' to be preserved.

As high-class escort Samantha X, men always treated me well. As plain old Amanda, they behave like creeps - as proved by an old friend's shocking suggestion...

I gave up sex work just a few months ago, and returned to being myself: Amanda Goff. The trouble is, after so long as an escort, I'm no longer sure who I am.

Russian spy purchased engagement ring to propose to his girlfriend - but discovered she was sleeping with their handler

Agent Tihomir Ivanchev, 39, planned to ask his then girlfriend Vanya Gaberova to marry him, before she was found by police naked in bed with their boss Biser Dzhambazov.

Police task force begins hunt for sniper suspect tied to 22 car shootings in two weeks

A task force of investigators has started questioning drivers in four Michigan counties in hopes of catching a man suspected of shooting at other highway motorists head-on. Police investigators are searching for anything out of the norm during their traffic stops in Oakland, Livingston, Ingham and Shiawassee counties.

Scientists reveal what The Meg REALLY looked like - and the terrifying predator was even longer than we thought

The Megalodon - which swam the seas roughly 15 to 3.6 million years ago - was a longer beast than previously thought, a study reveals.

Watch: NRL hunt for supporter who threw meat pie at rival fans

A video of the incident showed a fan buying a meat pie before skipping to a man in a Dragons jersey throwing it into a group of Bulldogs fans.

Workers who lose their jobs set be prioritised for benefits under Labour ministers' sweeping reforms to the welfare system

Ministers are creating a new, time-limited benefit for those who find themselves out of work after paying into the system, dubbed 'unemployment insurance'.

Wellington Phoenix women stay alive in A-League

Phoenix head coach Paul Temple says it was a massively important win for the team.

Derelict art deco house that’s stood empty for decades saved from the wrecking ball

It’s the house that time forgot – unlived in for more than 30 years – but it’s now been sold in a post-auction sale to a buyer who plans to save it.

Meryl Streep and Martin Short continue to fuel romance rumors in snap with Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez took to Instagram on Sunday to share behind-the-scenes photos with rumored couple Meryl Streep and Martin Short.

Ex-Cyclone Alfred deluge sends 'phenomenal' rainfall to Brisbane and Gold Coast

Dozens of people have been rescued from floods in chaos stretching across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and parts of NSW.

Lily James steps out for dinner with a hunky mystery date during Paris Fashion Week

Lily James was seen leaving a dinner date with an unknown man in Paris over the weekend.

Rare white weka spotted at West Coast campground

The owner of Gentle Annie Seaside Accommodation and Camping Ground in Mokihinui said his dad was mowing the lawn when he saw the weka.

Looking for someone to hang out with: Parents peg details of their children on a washing line in bid to find them a partner

The bizarre dating ritual takes place at People's Park in Shanghai, and the ads reveal everything from the child's age and height to their job and income.

Super Rugby Pacific: Eight talking points from round four - Phil Gifford

OPINION: Eight talking points from week four of Super Rugby Pacific.

The shocking reason your husband no longer wants to have sex with you: The warning signs your partner is secretly addicted to porn - by an expert counsellor

In the UK, thousands of men over 40 are addicted to pornography, and it's clear to me as a sex and relationship therapist that this addiction is destroying sex lives and marriages.

Fury after Putin gifts grieving war mothers MEAT GRINDERS - as 1,000 of his soldiers die in one day on Ukrainian frontline

The gesture from Putin's ruling party, United Russia - was met with an online firestorm as the term 'meat grinder' is widely used to describe the brutal fate of Russian troops sent to die in his high-casualty war.

KiwiSaver’s $120 billion reality check, explained – Markets with Madison

Now worth $121b, KiwiSaver funds are eyeing alternative assets.

Man, 43, arrested in hunt for Michigan sniper who fired at random cars in four counties in two-week campaign of terror

The 43-year-old suspect was taken into custody on Monday night in Wixom, the Detroit suburb where the shootings began.

Photo finish! Teenager and Olympian come up in dead heat at championships

A rare dead heat in the 1500 metres at the national athletics championships in Dunedin has seen a tie in the track's blue ribbon event.

Spanish tourist hotspot is hit by 'water explosion' with most rain in 70 years as raging floods wash away cars - days after roads turned to rivers in Canary Islands

The rapidly flowing water erupted along the Barranco del Saltador river in Cehegín, Murcia after the region was hit with more than 400litres per square metre of rain in the first six days of March.

Charlotte Crosby defiantly hits back at mum-shamers after being trolled for her parenting just weeks after giving birth to second child

The 34-year-old - whose new Paramount+ show Charlotte's Having Another Baby was released earlier this week - welcomed their second daughter Pixi into the world last month.

As it happened: Newcastle Jets v Auckland FC

See how all the action from McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle, unfolded.

DR MAX PEMBERTON: Her TV show is full of shallow, toxic positivity - here's why I believe Meghan is sending a damaging message to mums

Yes, you've guessed it, like most of the country we are obsessed with Netflix's new Meghan Markle show -whoops, my mistake - Meghan Sussex.

Holly Willoughby hands ITV bosses a huge blow as she turns down lucrative deal for reboot of You Bet after finding a global audience on Celebrity Bear Hunt

ITV sources say that she is 'busy with other commitments', which meant she was unable to return to the programme she hosted a two part special last year alongside Stephen Mulhern.

The activewear guru who has no intention of giving up

The founder of the iconic sports brand Lorna Jane has embarked on a new venture to uplift women’s voices.

Marutūāhu-Ockham invites public to see inside first Ōwairaka, Mt Albert apartment block Toi

A third of the 65 units have sold in this tough market. Invitations may mean more sales.

Trump is no Russian agent - the abysmal truth is he's cosying up to Putin to make colossal amounts of money: DOMINIC LAWSON

Trump divides the world into winners and losers. Putin, in his view, is an epic winner. And the fact that the Russian President uses the most brutal of methods to win is a reason for infatuation.

Super Rugby draw and results 2025: Blues, Moana Pasifika, Chiefs, Hurricanes, Crusaders, Highlanders matches

All you need to know for the Super Rugby campaign

Meet the Donald Dashers: How the rich and famous are fleeing the US in horror at President Trump - and  Notting Hill is their number one desired destination

The increasingly 'volatile' political landscape in the US is increasingly leading to rich Americans fleeing, experts told MailOnline today.

BBC viewers left stunned by 'filthy' X-rated scene in latest Agatha Christie adaption Towards Zero: 'Miss Marple would clutch her pearls in shock!'

The second episode of the series saw hunky Neville Strange (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) romp with his ex- wife Audrey (Ella Lily Hyland).

Broadway star Celeste Holm's longtime Manhattan home put on the market for $14million by estranged son following her death

Boasting spectacular views over the city, the duplex at 88 Central Park is where the star lived for more than half a century and died this July, aged 95. Dan Dunning, whose father was Holm's third husband, told the New York Times: 'She loved it because of the view of the park and the way she felt involvement with the seasons, just by looking through her windows.

Naomi Watts' youngest child Kai, 16, makes huge fashion runway debut on the catwalk for Valentino

Naomi Watts was every inch the proud mother on Monday as her youngest child Kai made their fashion runway debut at Paris Fashion Week.

That was much more like it from England, writes SIR CLIVE WOODWARD, but why didn't they go for the jugular?

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Job done for England. A bonus-point victory over Italy was absolutely required and that was delivered. More importantly Twickenham wanted entertainment.

Man, 57, 'had sex with girl, 14, and gave her a cellphone so he could send her explicit texts'

Francisco Alcala, from Indianapolis, was arrested after the teen's father quizzed his daughter about the cell phone, which she said the man had given to her.

Sarah Michelle Gellar emerges in Paris amid secrecy around Buffy sister Michelle Trachtenberg's funeral

Sarah Michelle Gellar emerged in France over the weekend for Balenciaga's fall/winter 2025-2026 Paris Fashion Week show.

Kim Jong-un shuts out the world again: North Korean dictator mysteriously abandons Western tourism drive after Brits spoke of strict rules imposed on them during trips to the hermit kingdom

Travel groups offering adventures inside the Hermit Kingdom report that trips to Rason have been put on hold after the country tentatively reopened last month

ROLAND WHITE reviews Ten Pound Poms on BBC1: It's a disaster Down Under for our expat Poms . . . but at least it's sunny!

The British immigrants who arrived in Australia in the 1940s famously enjoyed a good moan, but were they also so unworldly as the expats in Ten Pound Poms (BBC1)?

New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney lambasts Donald Trump

'Dark days brought on by a country we can longer trust,' new Canadian PM says.

Homebuyers brand £700,000 home as the 'worst value property' they've ever seen

Sellers on Rightmove are stitching up a bargain for would-be occupants with their two-bedroom terraced house on Barlby Road in Kensington and Chelsea.

Cattle ranch that feeds its cows BEER: Texas farmers swear by a secret ingredient that makes beef juicer

A cattle ranch in Texas has revealed the key ingredient behind its premium beef: beer. The Texas T Kobe ranch in Wallis, Texas, adds beer to the hay that its cows feed on.

Ben Cohen appears in high spirits on a trip to the pub as he's seen for the FIRST time since split from fiancée Kristina Rihanoff  - just 24-hours after she was spotted looking downcast

The ex-England rugby star, 46, and Strictly Come Dancing pro's relationship was the product of the show's infamous curse when he left his then wife Abby for the Russian star, 47, in 2013.

The suburb where the housing market downturn hit hardest

Buyers in this one part of Wellington are getting the biggest discounts compared to the peak.

Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick's Another Simple Favor director responds to rumors of tension between co-stars

Director Paul Feig tried to shut down any claims of tension between stars Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick at SXSW Film Festival.

Baby sloths saved from infection by with 'onesie' bandage treatment YouTube video

The twin sloths may look cute in the alternative outfits but actually it is a way of ridding their tiny bodies of the parasitic mites.

Royal NZ Air Force test-fire cruise missile from a Seasprite helicopter in world first

The air-to-surface missile test from a Seasprite helicopter was a first.

New Zealand Aquaculture Development Plan aims to grow industry to $3b a year

The plan, announced by the Oceans and Fisheries Minister in Marlborough, aims to grow the industry to $3b a year.

Maura Higgins flaunts her svelte figure in skintight unitard as she touches down in LA after escaping Danny Jones BRITs kiss drama with work trip abroad

The Love Island star, 34, hit the headlines this week after being spotted sharing a drunken kiss with the married McFly star, 38, at Universal's BRIT Awards afterparty last weekend.

No support person with him when dad told he was dying at Auckland Hospital

A hospital patient’s treatment was delayed and he died of sepsis despite his daughter raising concerns he was getting worse.

Frustrations over Tauwharenīkau pipe timeline

Work to replace a section of high-risk pipeline that supplies the only source of drinking water to Featherston has not yet started.

Mikel Arteta STORMS OUT of post-match Sky Sports interview after questions about Arsenal's failure to sign a striker and the title race as 1-1 draw at Man United leaves Gunners 15 points adrift

CHRIS WHEELER: Reporter Patrick Davison stopped Arteta leaving his post-match interview once to ask about a final question about the title race, but the Spaniard refused to answer.

Patients accuse Pharmac of 'cruelty' and lacking respect

The agency has come under mounting scrutiny in the the last year.

Pope Francis is 'stable and eating solid foods' but his health situation remains 'complex', the Vatican says

The 88-year-old Pope is still in Gemelli Hospital receiving treatment for double pneumonia, but he followed along via video call to the Vatican's service marking the first Sunday of Lent.

‘Crucial’ lead: Police home in on vehicle in cold case probe

Police reinvestigating the murder of David Robinson say a new sighting of him in a green 4x4 may be key to the case.

Dancing On Ice 'could be AXED just DAYS after 2025 final' as Holly Willoughby turns down lucrative ITV deal and staff are warned 'tired' show 'is over' amid plummeting ratings

The ITV series has lost over a million viewers in the last two years and staff are said to have been told the 'tired' show 'is over'.

Broadcaster Kirsty Wark says she is glad that she publicly accused MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace of inappropriate behaviour

It was a showbusiness scandal that shook viewers of one of the BBC's most popular shows.

SHANE WATSON: I'm a style expert. Here's how to dress like a fashion editor - along with the ten things they'd never be seen dead in

The cheat's guide to looking like a fashion editor (or just more in the know).

Champions Trophy: Black Caps coach says India had advantage playing in Dubai

India survived a late fightback from the Black Caps to take the Champions Trophy by four wickets.

DAILY MAIL COMMENT: The RAF must aim for enemies and not quotas

DAILY MAIL COMMENT: The Mail reveals today that the Royal Air Force is so short of trained pilots that it is scrambling to recruit many more.

Tyra Banks, 51, shows off her taut complexion with dramatic bleached eyebrows as she attends Balenciaga show at Paris Fashion Week

The model, 51, displayed her taut complexion as she arrived for the show in a padded black jacket layered over a matching skintight dress.

Calls for private UN Security Council meeting over spiralling violence in war-torn Syria after 1,000 people were massacred - including children and women

The US and Russia have jointly called for the United Nations Security Council to meet over the spiralling violence in Syria, after over 1,000 people were massacred this week.  

The surprising time you should apply deodorant

A body odour hack circulating on social media claims that tending to your underarms at night instead of the morning will keep them fresher during the day. Is this true?

Tories pledge to ban migrants from bringing their spouses to Britain unless they earn £38,700 and their partner is over 23

The party will this week table amendments to the Government's Border Security Bill which form its most significant policy announcement on the issue to date.

Pro-Palestinian Columbia graduate apprehended by ICE after leading on-campus protests

A vocal pro-Palestine graduate student at Columbia University was arrested and is being detained by ICE ahead of a scheduled appearance with a federal immigration judge.

Furious father bites off six-year-old son's penis in China before spitting it out

GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Witnesses in Shenzhen, in the Guangdong province of China, said the 32-year-old father was walking with his naked son and four-year-old daughter on the street when he launched the sickening attack.

Public Works Act changes:'It will definitely make it a lot faster'

Infrastructure New Zealand is welcoming the government's land acquisition incentive payments and a faster process for objections - but Labour says it wants to see more detail.

Eight-year-old girl who died 'after being tortured by her father was forced to eat her own faeces when his mistress locked her in toilet'

An eight-year-old girl who died from torture was forced to eat her own faeces after her father and his mistress left her to starve in a locked toilet, a Dubai court heard.

When is it time to stop financially supporting your children

It begins with cash for clothes and phone bills. Then it’s uni books. But at what age should the kids start chipping in?

Black Caps star named Champions Trophy’s best player

The New Zealand allrounder finished as the tournament’s leading run-scorer.

Donald Trump warns of an atomic Armageddon and says 'monster' nuclear weapons could 'end the world'... adding it 'could happen tomorrow'

US president Donald Trump has admitted he believes that nuclear weapons are the greatest threat to humanity, starkly warning that the use of 'monster' warheads may 'end the world'.

What do Kiwi travellers want from Air NZ?

As the airline searches for a new CEO, travellers are sharing their wishlists for the future of the national carrier.

Charlotte Dawson reveals her newborn daughter's adorable name and gushes she's 'dreamt of this moment for so long' after welcoming her third child with fiancé Matthew Sarsfield

The reality star, 32, took to her Instagram on Sunday evening to announce she had given birth to their third child, after sharing a slew of updates of the labour over the weekend.

Government looking for partner to build and run Northland Expressway

Registrations of interest will open this week for the four-lane Road of National Significance between Warkworth and Whangārei.

Champions Trophy 2025: Mitchell Santner takes pride in defeat as Black Caps fall in another final

New Zealand have now lost their last three major tournament deciders.

NATO scrambles warplanes above Poland as Putin unleashes huge new drone attack on Ukraine

The NATO warplanes were on alert to shoot down any Russian missiles entering Polish airspace.

The worst late-night snacks for your health (and what to swap them with)

Late-night snacks often lead to blood sugar spikes, crashes and adrenaline responses.

Idiot father holding baby stands perilously close to edge of Beachy Head cliffs - just days after coastguard put out stark warning to selfie-loving tourists

Photos taken today at the Beachy Head cliff by Birling Gap, a famous landmark in the South Downs National Park, show the man peering over the brink holding a little girl.

Cadillac confirms its next models bound for New Zealand

American luxury marque triples its Kiwi line-up with Optiq and Vistiq EVs, both due next year.

Water out to much of Wellington suburb after reservoir drains

Wellington Water said an automatic shut-off was activated when a large amount of water was drained out of the Bell Rd Reservoir.

Busty Kylie Jenner shrugs off 'curse' claims to join Timothee Chalamet at tennis match

Kylie Jenner didn't let online theories about the 'Kardashians curse' keep her from cozying up to her boyfriend Timothée Chalamet on Sunday.

Hurricane Sandy: Michael Bloomberg and Andrew Cuomo blame hurricane on climate change

Since New York City's foundation in the early 17th century, the lower tip of Manhattan has been at the heart of metropolitan life - despite its vulnerability to flooding from the harbour. Two possible links between global warming and the damage wrought by Sandy are the raised sea levels which make it easier for the coast to flood, and warm air in the Atlantic Ocean increasing the fierceness of the storm.

Almost half of young people 'trust' social media about politics despite the rise of fake news, poll reveals

A survey of 2,500 11 to 25-year-olds (pictured, file photo) by the Electoral Commission found 44 per cent think social media is trustworthy when it comes to learning about politics.

Kim Jong-un's wife Ri Sol-ju makes first appearance after two months of home detention

The young wife of North Korea's leader has made her first public appearance in two months, bringing to an end what might have been a period of 'home detention' for being too carefree.

Girl, 11, who died 'moments after stepping off the school bus' is pictured for the first time - as mourners pay tribute to the travel-loving youngster

Grieving friends and family walked behind Caitlin-Rose McMullan's white coffin as it was carried into the Church of St Mary, in the village of Bellaghy, Co Londonderry, in Northern Ireland.

Humpback whale 'thanks' rescuers who saved it from dying tangled in fishing nets

The whale performed a breathtaking display of breaches after being freed from certain death off the coast of California. It was all caught on camera.

Rocket Lab reveals role in Firefly’s moon landing, investment banker rates it against Elon Musk’s SpaceX

The mission software and solar panels were supplied by the Kiwi-American company.

Fury at Pam Bondi over no Epstein files 'client list' update as another deadline looms

The Justice Department is taking heat over the botched release of Epstein files as another deadline regarding the release of files on the assassinations of RFK and MLK loomed on Sunday.

Zelensky took billions in US cash like 'candy from a baby', Donald Trump blasts - as he labels the Ukrainian President 'ungrateful'

US president Donald Trump has accused 'ungrateful' Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky of taking billions in American cash 'like candy from a baby.'

Nissan tests driverless vehicles in Japanese city streets filled with cars and people

Japan, home to the world’s top automakers, has not kept pace with the global shift to autonomous driving, so far led by China and the US. But momentum is building.

Filipowicz funeral: Heartbreaking farewell to father and son who died in Superstorm Sandy

John Filipowicz, 51, and his son John, 20, who died side-by-side as the fierce floodwaters of Superstorm Sandy rushed into their home, were buried together on Monday in an emotional funeral.

Alexa Chung cuts a chic figure in a frilly pink dress and fur coat as she joins glamorous Chappell Roan at Valentino's Paris Fashion Week show

She never puts a foot wrong when it comes to fashion. And Alexa Chung cut a chic figure as she led the arrivals to Valentino's Paris Fashion Week show on Sunday.

What is hantavirus, the infection that killed Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa?

An infection can rapidly progress and become life-threatening.

Maths teacher, 46, who would fall asleep in class and 'joked' about having sex with a pupil's mum is sacked - as tidal wave of children's complaints are laid bare

Michael Clark started teaching at Lyng Hall School in Coventry in 2009 but left his job after a pupil complained about his behaviour in 2022.

ALAN MENDOZA: Importing naked hatred isn't the mark of a tolerant society. It's suicidal...

Successive governments have jeopardised all of our culture's proudest achievements, through a border policy that amounts to an open door for illegal, undocumented migrants.

Idyllic Spanish town 'imposes tourist driving ban by setting up residents-only zone' in latest crackdown on holidaymakers

Sóller, a traditional municipality of some 14,000 people in the island's northwest, will limit access to the town's 12 main streets to registered cars only from this year.

Harbin Ice and Snow Festival: Spectacular sculptures spring up in China

The 28th Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival, which opened on Christmas Day, features work by some of the country's best ice sculptors and attracts thousands of visitors from around the world.

Watch: Christopher Luxon plays down latest poll which puts him behind Chris Hipkins

The Prime Minister said he was focused on Kiwis - not the polls.

Anger at Elon Musk turns violent with Molotov cocktails thrown at Tesla dealership

Anti-Tesla acts have caused significant damage and raised safety concerns.

Superstorm Sandy 2012: Manhattan's Bellevue Hospital is evacuated amid mass floods

The public hospital lost power when Hurricane Sandy hit on Monday and electricity was spotty as the facility relied on generators, with members of the Army National Guard hiking up to the hospital's roof with fuel throughout the week to power the generators.

Drug dealer arrested while sitting on the loo

The accused, identified as Jose Spencer Bilbao Rivers, was apprehended by police while he was sitting reliving himself in a small white bucket by Peruvian police (above).

Lockdown at Hamilton primary school as police search nearby address

Police say the arrested a person in Frankton.

Sounds accommodation providers breach wastewater rules

The council will increase its visits to Marlborough Sounds lodgings after finding all of those discharging wastewater to land are breaching consents.

Restore Passenger Rail protester found not guilty of endangering transport

One Restore Passenger Rail protester has been found not guilty of endangering transport during protests against climate change, but there is still no verdict on the other three accused.

Holly Willoughby, 44, dazzles in an elegant white sequinned gown as she kicks off the Dancing On Ice Final amid doubts over the show's future

Holly Willoughby looked ethereal in a white gown as she kicked off the live final of Dancing On Ice 2025 on Sunday. 

TOWIE's Chloe Brockett details the terrifying moment she 'nearly died' after suffering an allergic reaction while trying to have her facial fillers dissolved

Chloe Brockett has confessed that dermal fillers nearly killed her as she tried to get her cosmetic tweakments dissolved.

Woman arrested on her own property for filming traffic police making a bust outside her house

Emily Good found herself in handcuffs after filming police arresting a man just outside her New York home.

Chris Hipkins overtakes Christopher Luxon as preferred prime minister in Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll

The centre-left bloc would be able to form a government based on results in the latest Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll.

Hope she knows what she's letting herself in for! Sex-shame DSK takes new partner on vacation

Disgraced former International Monetary Fund chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn has been spotted canoodling with his new girlfriend at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem. Myriam Aouffir, 43, is a high-profile press officer for French television. She has already seen with her new boyfriend on the Mediterranean island of Corsica but now the couple have been pictured lapping up the sun in the holy city.

Prison time for experienced farmer over preventable deaths of lambs

Peter James Valentine, 63, was sentenced to 28 months imprisonment after lambs and sheep at a Rangitikei farm were affected by parasites and flystrike.

China's military says it will tighten the 'noose' around Taiwan if separatism on the island escalates

Beijing considers the self-governed island as part of its own territory and has not ruled out utilising military force to claim it.

James Bond: Amazon reportedly confirms 007 will remain a British male

Pierce Brosnan insists the next James Bond must remain British amid Amazon's takeover.

Black Caps vs India: Champions Trophy title comes with unnecessary asterisk

India played all their matches in Dubai, benefiting from familiar conditions.

Girlfriend Tiniko Thompson arrested after chilling note is found next to police officer's body

Tiniko Thompson, 46, is alleged to have killed her boyfriend Carl Patrick, 53, a Miami police officer in his Pembroke Pines, Miami Florida home on May 9.

I tried Meghan Markle's recipes from As Ever to embrace 'playfulness rather than perfection' and was left VERY surprised by the results

Meghan Markle is back on our screens - this time with a new cookery and lifestyle show, 'With Love, Meghan' and FEMAIL tried out some of the Duchess of Sussex's latest recipes.

Researcher outlines plan for higher tax on well-off pensioners

A researcher is suggesting providing NZ Super as a tax-free grant, and taxing other income at higher rates.

Putin's 'iron doll' who once threatened to NUKE Downing Street delights in Trump 'not setting any conditions for Russia' and forcing Kyiv to compromise in Ukraine peace deal

A top Russian state television presenter known as Vladimir Putin's 'Iron Doll' is revelling in Donald Trump's decision not to set any conditions on Russia for peace in Ukraine. 

A breakthrough in age-reversal research could soon make the jump to human trials

It’s hailed by its supporters as the most promising scientific approach to improving human healthspans and lifespans. But there have been serious side effects during experiments on animals.

Muslim insurgents kill eight and wound dozens more with bomb blast in Thailand

The devices were hidden inside inside motorbikes and cars and detonated by mobile phones.

Reaction to Moana’s first victory of the season: 'It's what the competition needs'

Watch: even the beaten Hurricanes acknowledged the importance of Moana Pasifika's first win of the season.

Adult children at home: When should they start contributing financially?

Lynda Moore emphasises discussing finances as living costs rise and NZ's population ages.

Trump crypto rally fizzles amid skepticism on his reserve plan

Plan to include lesser-known tokens viewed with skepticism in the industry.

Netball: Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic get Kaiya Kepa and Amorangi Malesala as training partners

The two young players join the Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic for the 2025 ANZ Premiership.

NHS staff accused of 'inexcusable voyeurism' after up to 91 workers accessed medical records of Valdo Calocane's victims after Nottingham attacks

The families of the victims of Valdo Calocane have described the actions of staff at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust as 'gross and inexcusable voyeurism'.

The horrifying rise of 'Bacha Bazi': How young Afghan boys from poor families are sold onto warlords, dressed up in skirts and make-up then forced to dance for groups of powerful men - before being sexually abused

In the dimly lit rooms of Afghanistan 's private gatherings, young boys adorned in makeup and brightly coloured women's clothing are forced to dance for the amusement of powerful men

135 bungee jumpers take leap at the same time in world record attempt

A video posted on You Tube shows the group of unnamed thrillseekers, who are all harnessed together with bungee cords, jumping from the bridge at the same time.

Extreme ‘clean’ eating can tip healthy eaters into a danger zone

Disordered eating of nutritious but limited diets can be fuelled by social media.

Why New Zealanders need to get to the movies (and how to do it without busting the bank)

'Where did we fall in love with movies? At the movie theatre,' says Anora's Sean Baker.

High Court judge and Pike River lawyer Nicholas Davidson dies, aged 76

Davidson worked on the Winebox Inquiry, Pike River, and Gloriavale during a distinguished 50-year career.

Super Rugby Pacific round up: ‘Fan-centric’ finally has a meaning

Analysis: The competition's cracking start continued with a fourth round full of upsets, but can it hold its momentum now the NRL has started, asks Jamie Wall.

Kiwi design and tech company offers $15,000 in support to woman-led start-up

A Kiwi company is offering a $15k support package to a female-led tech start-up.

London council chiefs spend £140million to send homeless people out of the capital by snapping up hundreds of properties in deprived areas elsewhere in England

Local authorities in the capital have acquired more than 850 properties across England since 2017 - with plans to ship individuals as far afield as Liverpool and the northeast.

'All roads lead to the deciding minister': Greens wary of government's Environment Court bypass proposal

If it goes ahead, most landowners would not be able to submit objections to large infrastructure projects to the Environment Court.

Midlife crisis, George Clooney? Hollywood's silver fox debuts startling new look on lunch date with wife Amal

George Clooney looked as if he was in the throes of a mid-life crisis while out in New York City on Sunday.

Omega-3 is vital for your health. These are the signs you’re deficient

Telegraph:It’s billed as a wonder supplement, but how much do we need?

‘No silver bullet’: Why Super Rugby Pacific crowds are so small

Tournament boss Jack Mesley is adamant Super Rugby Pacific can turn the tide as modest crowd figures continue to dog the tournament.

Hurricane Sandy miracle: Couple survive superstorm to welcome a baby boy

Though only 35 weeks pregnant, Christine Schleppy, 34, began having contractions at her home in Skillman, New Jersey just residents were warned to seek shelter and stay indoors.

Britons urged to leave Mali as rebel gunmen attack northern city of Gao ten days after claiming capital

British citizens currently in Mali, in west Africa are being urged to leave after the Foreign Office has changed its travel advice.

‘Carnage’ expected as more countries adopt electronic travel checks

A new acronym, and possible new hassle, for some Kiwi travellers to be aware of.

Watch: Why this dangerous Super Rugby tactic was illegal

Moana Pasifika wing Kyren Taumoefolau helped set-up a try with a spectacular leap over Ruben Love, but the officials should never have allowed it.

'Carnage' expected as more countries adopt electronic travel checks

While it's not a visa, it's another admin step to remember - or forget - in the busy time before a big trip.

The rich will keep getting richer: 300 wealthiest people in the world are more than £300 billion better off than this time last year, and Bill Gates is back on top

The world's richest people grew even richer in 2013, adding $524 billion to their collective net worth, with Bill Gates adding $15.8billion to his net worth.

Watch: 'Insane' landing of Qantas plane during Cyclone Alfred

The pilots of a Qantas flight have been winning praise after battling winds from Cyclone Alfred.

Winton Land wins fast-tracking for 4000-home Sunfield plans at Ardmore

'Construction prices are still to adjust to the current property cycle and remain high.'

Russian puppet-master behind UK spy ring 'may have worked with MI6 and US intelligence' before fleeing to Moscow

Jan Marsalek could have been the 'greatest asset' for western intelligence agencies until he was implicated in Germany 's biggest ever fraud, security sources have suggested.

The story behind the Hawke's Bay meatball

Unlike its celebrated southern cousin, it has remained a local treat.

King Charles calls for unity amid Ukraine crisis in Commonwealth message

Charles hosted Zelenskyy and invited Trump for a second state visit.

F-16 fighter jets fire flares to intercept unauthorized aircraft that entered no-fly zone over Trump's Mar-a-Lago

Air Force fighter jets intercepted an unauthorized aircraft that entered the no-fly zone over Donald Trump's Florida home while he played golf at Mar-a-Lago on Sunday.

'Some of the worst' properties 'ever seen': Landlords fined after evicting tenants who complained about abysmal housing

The tenants were evicted after complaining about sewage in the kitchen, electrical problems, a lack of working smoke alarms.

'I hope you rot in hell... you snowflake!' Listen to female pub landlord's extraordinary foul-mouthed rant to staff member after handing in her notice

The female manager, believed to be aged 44, launched into the expletive tongue lashing, branding the Gen-Z employee a 'snowflake' for quitting ahead of her Friday shift.

Tech Insider: InternetNZ sees an explosion in membership as Free Speech Union angles for control - but will it be snookered by voting rules, new constitution?

Fight over InternetNZ's draft constitution is finely poised.

Hilarious moment Clare Balding is with barraged with cuddles from friendly English Cocker Spaniel - as canine co-host joins presenter for Crufts coverage

The TV presenter, 54, dissolved into giggles as she welcomed English Cocker Spaniel Rueben on the Channel 4 sofa.

Whippet from Venice named as top dog at the Crufts: Four-year-old Miuccia beats 18,500 other pooches

Four-year-old Miuccia, from Venice in Italy , came out on top on Sunday after four days of tough competition.

Some of Australia's most famous beaches have been lost to Ex-Cyclone Alfred

The beaches would take months to recover, though authorities will bring in extra sand in tourist hotspots. Environmental experts are more worried about the damage to the dunes.

Five Saudi men sentenced to 32 years in prison and 4,500 lashes for holding a Valentine's Day party with 'unrelated women, drinking and dancing'

The law breaking men were caught at a rented rest house in Al-Farouq area of Buraidah and accused of holding a party with women who were unrelated.

Robert Pattinson fights his way to the top of the box office in Mickey 17 while Anora enjoys a post-Oscars bump

Mickey 17 reported for duty at the box office and walked away with the crown over the weekend.

State-integrated school's optional $10,000 fee shocks parent

The fees, covering day students' use of facilities, has nearly doubled since 2020

‘What the competition needs’: Kiwi rugby teams struggle in weekend of upsets

Upsets galore, just one Kiwi win, and an unbeaten Australian team. Who would have thought?

GQ declares Liam Lawson ‘F1’s new superstar’

Decked out in Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Hermes, the 23-year-old from Pukekohe has hit the cover of GQ ahead of this weekend’s F1 season opener in Melbourne.

Video shows ‘freak accident’ at Speedway that left racer in hospital

An investigation has been launched after the competitor suffered burns from fuel igniting in the crash.

How long-haul Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle took his wife on luxury 'working trips' to LA, Italy and Gibraltar

Amid mounting concerns over the potential 'abuse' of public money, it can be revealed the Commons Speaker (right) took wife Catherine (left) on jaunts to Italy, Los Angeles and Gibraltar.

Fonterra boosts earnings forecast, dairy farmers set for record profits

Fonterra raised its 2025 earnings guidance to 55-75 cents per share.

Christchurch speedway accident victim transferred to Auckland

Ruapuna Speedway says a full investigation has been launched into a "freak accident" which left a driver with serious burns.

Woke RAF is running out of gun pilots! Unlawful diversity drive jeopardises Keir Starmer's pledge to put jets 'in sky over Ukraine'

Candidates previously overlooked are now being urged to re-apply for training as the Air Force frantically tries to fill cockpits with combat-ready flyers, the Mail can reveal.

Dancing on Ice viewers all have the same complaint as Sam Aston beats Michaela Strachan in final

The Coronation Street star was awarded the trophy after beating the broadcaster, with Anton Ferdinand finishing in third place earlier in the show.

Chloe Grace Moretz shows off her HUGE engagement ring while heading out in Paris after appearing to confirm she's set to marry girlfriend Kate Harrison

The actress, 27, appeared elated as she left her swanky hotel in the French capital wearing her huge gold ring which was set with a huge diamond.

Mātaki: Ko te Pōtae Pango e rere tuatoru ana i te hopu ringa-kotahi i te Tohu Whakaihuwaka

I muri iho i te tutuki i ngā hopu whakamīharo e rua i te wā o te wāhanga rōpū, i reira anō a Glenn Phillips i tētahi tūnga rerekē i te whakamutunga.

Road rage rising as March madness takes over

March Madness is in full swing now, and many drivers are worried about increased road rage as congestion rises.

‘Formula One’s new superstar’ Liam Lawson talks racing journey, fame in GQ feature

Lawson sat down with the best-selling magazine GQ in Madrid during F1 preseason testing.

Kiwi Yarns podcast: Dick Frizzell – 60 years of art with attitude

The celebrated, yet often critiqued, Kiwi artist on finding his place in the art world

Coleen Rooney reveals she gets more public attention than husband Wayne after her I'm A Celeb stint as she jokes footballer is 'passed his sell-by-date'

The WAG, 38, took part on last year's series of the ITV show where she finished as runner up to McFlyn's Danny Jones after winning over a huge number of fans.

Bella Hadid flashes a hint of her toned abs in a graphic black T-shirt as she's gifted with a bouquet of flowers while leaving her hotel in Paris

The model, 28, showcased her toned physique in a cropped top that she paired with low-rise leather trousers.

A US prisoner whose execution is coming up says his death is ‘long overdue’

Aaron Brian Gunches is is scheduled to be executed by lethal injection this month for the 2002 murder of his girlfriend’s ex-husband.

MATT BARLOW: How former Leeds star Raphinha has seen off the rise of Lamine Yamal to take LaLiga and the Champions League by storm and become a Ballon d'Or candidate

MATT BARLOW: Few had it down as a good development for Raphinha when Lamine Yamal burst from Barcelona's youth ranks to make the position on the right wing his own.

Europe can defeat Russia in 'any military confrontation' and will win new 'arms race' just as it beat the Soviets 40 years ago, EU leaders tell Zelensky as they meet for 'watershed' Brussels summit

The Polish Prime Minister warned that Vladimir Putin had started 'a new arms race' that has left Europe with no choice but to prepare itself.

Woman, 40, shot dead in South Wales: Police arrest man on suspicion of murder

Police were called yesterday evening at 6.10pm where they found the 40-year old seriously injured in the Green Park Area of Talbot Green.

Yeah, Nah: Is it fair to label the Black Caps ‘chokers’ after another final loss?

The dreaded C-word has been bandied about, but is it really fair to use it regarding the Black Caps and white-ball cricket?

Fox News' Leslie Marshall goes viral for all the wrong reasons: 'Embarrassment'

Fox News pundit Leslie Marshall has faced backlash online after blasting President Trump's policies in a heated MediaBuzz segment - as viewers call for her to be taken off air.  

Greens want visa-free travel for 'Pacific whānau'

The Green Party is launching a petition asking the government to extend visa-free travel to visitors from Pacific Island nations

Improving NZ’s woeful housing standards, one panel at a time

Your home should not send you to hospital, and this joint venture has devised simple tech to build passive-style airtight homes anywhere in the country.

Kanye West sparks outrage with horrifying KKK post after announcing return of Sunday Service

The canceled 47-year-old - who's worn swastika and 'White Lives Matter' T-shirts - began speaking publicly about his disdain for Jewish people and his adoration of Nazi Germany dictator Adolf Hitler in 2022

Prince Frederik dies aged 22: Luxembourg royal passes away after health battle with rare genetic condition

Prince Robert of Luxembourg revealed his son died on March 1, following a long battle with rare genetic condition, POLG Mitochondrial disease.

Mother trapped in car for 36 hours after crash, misses son’s 9th birthday

Hope Hoyland was found in her car near Murchison and flown to Wellington Hospital where she remains in an induced coma.

Pan Pac and other Hawke’s Bay businesses on impact of rising power prices and the ways they’re trying to save

Pan Pac claims its main competitors in Canada have seen far lower price hikes.

Moment Russian special forces attempt to ambush Ukrainians by creeping through gas pipeline - in bid to cut off thousands of troops ahead of 'peace deal' talks with the US

Russian special forces crept miles through a gas pipeline near the town of Sudzha in an attempt to surprise Ukrainian forces as part of a major offensive to eject Ukrainian soldiers from Kursk.

A huge plot of Auckland land worth $62m has sat empty for 20 years

The chunk of land once home to a popular bowling club has sat empty for two decades, despite a Chinese developer’s grand plans for a $453m apartment project.

Tech Insider: InternetNZ sees an explosion in membership as Free Speech Union angles for control - but will it be snookered by voting rules, new constitution?

Fight over InternetNZ's draft constitution is finely poised.

Ruby Franke doco: ‘Disturbing’ never-before-seen footage inside home of child abuser horrifies viewers

Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke is now streaming on Disney+.

Bugs: Amazing photos show microscopic insects coping with a downpour

Tiny droplets of water make the bugs take on an altogether different look - looking inflated by the covering of liquid.

Seven children found alone amid 'deplorable' conditions in Wisconsin house of horrors

Wisconsin police found seven children living alone at an apartment in 'deplorable conditions' while their mother was out of state.

Meghan shares sweet unseen photo of Prince Harry and Princess Lilibet on International Women’s Day

It comes amid the news that With Love, Meghan has been renewed for season 2 on Netflix.

Michael Mosley's son to follow in his father's footsteps of helping people lead healthier lives by publishing his first book

Dr Jack Mosley (pictured) will publish his first book, Food Noise, next month as he explores why we feel hungry, and the advance of recent weight loss drugs in combating that.

Elon Musk floats drastic measure against Ukraine that would 'immediately' end war with Russia

Elon Musk has ignited a firestorm with a bold new proposal to end the war in Ukraine - one he says would bring peace 'immediately.'

'Catwoman' Jocelyn Wildenstein's fiancé Lloyd Klein shares insight into his devastating battle with grief as he recalls heartbreaking moment he found the heiress dead beside him

Lloyd, who had been engaged to Jocelyn since 2017, said hat despite already experiencing grief, following the loss of his parents, he has 'known nothing like this'.

Wendy Williams to make first national TV appearance since dementia diagnosis amid guardianship battle

Wendy Williams is signaling that she's ready to return to daytime television nearly four years after she took a leave of absence from The Wendy Williams Show.

Revealed: Staggering amount of money 'Catwoman' Jocelyne Wildenstein left to loved ones following her death - and WHO she gave her fortune to after bankruptcy and toxic family rows

Three months on from the Swiss socialite's death aged 84, a shocking turn of events suggests she set aside a hefty sum following a string of toxic family rows.

The last words Neil Filipowicz heard from his nephew were 'I'm not leaving Daddy' . . . then hours later he was pulling their bodies out of the basement locked arm in arm after Sandy snatched them away

John Filipowicz, 51, and his son John, 20, were found still holding onto each other in their basement as they shielded themselves from the torrent which covered them in 12ft of water in seconds. Relatives said that the two had an 'incredible bond' and would never have been separated – in life or in death. John the elder stayed behind to watch over his house in Staten Island, New York, but his son refused to leave because he wanted to be by his side.

Four more years? MPs debate bill to extend parliamentary term

The current government is 16 months old. In just another 18 months or so, NZ will once again be at the polling booth.

The hunter becomes the hunted: 'Dead' bear shot with a rifle springs up and attacks its would-be killer

Alex Machavo, of Medford, Oregon, was attacked by the injured animal near Shady Cove on Thursday. According to Andrea Carlson, a local sheriff's spokeswoman, the hunter and his wounded target rolled down a 50-ft embankment with the bear biting 22-year-old Machavo all the way down.

Married At First Sight Australia episode 21 recap: Morena and Tony’s tense final showdown, Paul faces the music

OPINION: There were outbursts and revelations galore as the experiment reaches halfway.

Government moves to speed up land acquisition for public works

The proposed changes are expected before Parliament in May and would pre-empt the Public Works Act overhaul by six months.

Where do Kiwis cut back when we feel the pinch?

A recent survey reveals how the struggle to balance costs is forcing many Kiwis to make the hard choice between essentials such as food and healthcare.

Council wants to forge ahead with road resilience

South Wairarapa District Council is looking to plug a $5.3 million hole in its three-year roading budget with a loan.

Tourist, 61, faces ten years in Greek jail after stealing ancient marble column in latest case of holidaymakers desecrating treasured historical sites

The German man was arrested at the port of Patras after allegedly attempting to smuggle the artifact out of the country, local media reported'.

Korea tensions over claims that warship was sunk by torpedo

The 1,500-tonne vessel went down near Baengnyeong island, several of the 104 crew were killed and others were missing last night.

Princess of Wales to attend her first Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in two years after undergoing cancer treatment

Kate, 43, will join the King and Queen, her husband Prince William , and other senior royals for the annual celebration of the global 'family of nations'.

Liam Gallagher hits back at mother of his love child after she 'tried to cash in on his Oasis reunion tour by launching a fresh child support claim'

Liam, 52, also appeared to call Liza Ghorbani, 51, a 'dosser' in a series of short posts on X today seemingly aimed at the American journalist.

Labour AI plans are unbalanced and rushed, says world's biggest music publishers Sony

Sony, the world's biggest music publisher, has attacked UK Government plans to allow a copyright exemption for AI as 'rushed, unbalanced and irreversible', the Daily Mail can reveal.

PM quiz: Which Vietnamese city is largest – Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh?

Stuff afternoon quiz: Mar 10

NZ Post staff again offered voluntary redundancy, or reduced hours with a pay cut

About 100 employees at New Zealand Post are affected in a cost-cutting proposal that was first initiated last year.

Real Housewives Of Cheshire's Ester Dee is married! Star ties the knot with fiancé Glynn Keeling in the Maldives with no family or friends in attendance

The Real Housewives Of Cheshire star, 40, and her now husband jetted off to the south pacific for their nuptials, with no family or friends in attendance.

Dozens of firefighters battle blaze at Hamilton business

Twelve fire trucks and 35 firefighters are trying to extinguish the fire at a large commercial building.

Magical and quirky Rodney property seeks very special buyer

The property will be sold only to someone who understands its significance “as a living, breathing entity that requires care, love, and stewardship”.

Revealed: What witnesses saw inside Fort Knox as Trump and Musk suggest America's gold could be gone

Journalist Dave Ganz was part of a contingent of 120 journalists and photographers who joined members of Congress who toured the gold repository at Fort Knox back in 1974.

My snakes are so charming - I could cuddle them all day! Man wraps himself in Burmese Pythons

A Filipino man gets himself a little tied up as he plays with Albino Burmese Pythons, some of the largest pythons in the world.

Lydia Callis: New York Mayor Bloomberg's sign language interpreter becomes breakout star of Superstorm Sandy

Lydia Callis's larger-than-life facial expressions and dramatic gestures have provided a rare moment of pleasure during the unfolding natural disaster.

NZ Rugby to bring in men's under-18 team in 2025

The New Zealand U18 team will be included in the men's national high performance pathway programme

Inside bloodthirsty terror tactics of Mexico's cartels: How ruthless drug gangs punish their enemies and spread fear from mass beheadings to CANNIBALISM - after nine students were found with hands hacked off

The gruesome discovery of nine bodies and a bag filled with their severed hands on a Mexican highway last week had cartel violence written all over it.

Sebastian Coe warns Olympics could be moved to winter over climate change

A potential Saudi Arabian bid to host the 2040 Olympic Games would be in winter or autumn.

Pilot on Boeing 757 dies of heart attack mid-flight with 239 passengers on board

A pilot onboard a plane flying from Bangkok to Novosibirsk in western Siberia died from a heart attack, transportation prosecutors said Friday.

Chris Hipkins promises political bipartisanship, Chris Bishop isn't so convinced

Analysis - Chris Hipkins' state of the nation speech highlighted political bipartisanship, but less than an hour later National was taking swings.

To neighbors, they were suburban dads. In secret, they were running an international gun smuggling ring

A secret group of Irish in America - such as Danny Cahalane, pictured left with his wife, and Vince Conlon, pictured right on his wedding day, sourced guns in the US to send to the IRA in Northern Ireland

Here's how much interest rates have fallen

Borrowers are getting special six-month home loan rates of 5.85% on average, down from a peak of 7.34%.

Why women want to see more of their friends at a certain time of the month

Lead researcher Dr Anastasia Makhanova from the University of Arkansas in the US said 'the desire to spend time with [friends and family]' is 'highest' at a certain point of the month.

Reality TV hierarchy the stars are DESPERATE to keep secret: From the presenter who swapped her Love Island bikini for a Strictly ballgown to the celeb whose lip-locking antics with a married man have seen her tumble from the top...

Don't be fooled by reality TV stars' endearing personas - the battle for supremacy in the newest of celebrity genres is cut-throat.

Health Minister's priorities a 'slippery slope' towards private healthcare - PSA

Simeon Brown is proposing greater reliance on private hospitals to reduce the backlog for elective surgery.

Hurricane Sandy: Hotels and landlords make a quick buck charging $700 a night for a single room in New York

Greedy landlords and hotel owners looking to make a quick buck from the thousands without power or displaced by Hurricane Sandy were exploiting people's desperation by demanding outrageous prices for a shelter. As of yesterday morning Craigslist was full of posts for costly rooms, with one ad promising people the luxury of a single bedroom apartment with electricity for a 'mere' $700 per night.

Hurricane Sandy: Storm WAS more powerful than Hurricane Katrina

Researchers have found that Sandy's Integrated Kinetic Energy index, or IKE, which quantifies the power of a hurricane based on how far out tropical-storm force winds extend from the center, ranked second only to Hurricane Isabel in 2003.

No, they're not in training for I'm A Celebrity... they're just going to school

The school run can be a real balancing act for these children. These determined school pupils balance on a high wire 30-feet above a river from Batu Busuk village in Sumatra, Indonesia.

Dramatic moment hero retired boxer, 52, disarms airport knifeman after selflessly replacing terrified female security officer as the attacker's hostage

Footage captured the standoff at Almaty Airport, Kazakhstan, where a knife-wielding maniac seized a female security officer, 21, yanking her by the hair and threatening to blow up the airport with a bomb.

Scientists behind Armageddon flu virus suspend their research because it 'could put world at risk of catastrophic pandemic'

Researchers studying a potentially more lethal, airborne version of bird flu have suspended their studies because of concerns the mutant virus they have created could be used as a devastating form of bioterrorism or accidentally escape the lab.

Christopher Luxon announces India trip

The stakes are high for Luxon after he promised during a 2023 election debate that he would strike a free trade deal with India in his first term.

The signs of a truly great city (London has thousands of them)

Hurtling between conventional attractions without pausing to look and read means you miss out on so much.

Radio host attacked: Bolivian journalist Fernando Vidal set on fire live on air in Yacuiba

A Bolivian radio presenter was set on fire by four masked men while hosting his show in the southern city of Yacuiba. Radio Popular journalist Fernando Vidal, 78, is being treated for burns.

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz - Monday March 10

Can you get a hat-trick?

A musical workshop that’s good for the soul

Before hitting the Womad stage, Palestinian band 47SOUL will be sharing their rhythms of resistance with Taranaki students.

Hailey Bieber breaks silence on Selena Gomez 'dig' after claims Justin Bieber's wife 'liked' shady video

Hailey Bieber dismissed claims that she 'liked' a social media post mocking Selena Gomez and her fiancé Benny Blanco.

Ultra-Orthodox grandmother gives birth to her 20TH child

The unnamed 42-year-old grandmother was rushed to Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem in Jerusalem after going into labour on Wednesday.

Georgina Rodriguez stuns in a dramatic black gown with a faux fur trim as she joins sultry Bella Thorne and Ice Spice at the Coperni show during Paris Fashion Week

And it wasn't just the guestlist where featured some A-listers as the show itself saw Lila Moss, Kate's daughter, walk on the catwalk.

When is it time to stop financially supporting your children

It begins with cash for clothes and phone bills. Then it's uni books. But at what age should the kids start chipping in?

Black Caps pipped by India in Champions Trophy final dominated by spin

New Zealand’s search for silverware in men’s one-day international cricket goes on, after a topsy-turvy decider in Dubai.

Watch: Steve Alker wins playoff for ninth PGA Tour Champions title and $500k payday

The Kiwi veteran beat Long Island club pro Jason Caron with a 12-foot birdie putt on the first hole of a playoff.

Gene Hackman’s harrowing last days without his wife and caregiver

The A-list movie star, in the advanced stages of Alzheimer’s, was apparently was unaware that his wife Betsy Arakawa, 65, had been dead in their home for some time.

Father and daughter plucked from China river after he tried to commit suicide

The harrowing scene unfolded in Qingjiang township of Yueqing, Zhejiang province yesterday. The man was identified as Mr Wang.

Drug shortages put patients at risk with chemists unable to dispense prescriptions daily, health leaders warn

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) said the Government must urgently grant much greater flexibility for pharmacists (pictured, file photos) to substitute medication when it is safe to do so.

Embattled former minister Andrew Bayly to visit Mt Everest

Andrew Bayly stepped down from his roles after grabbing a staffer's arm. Now he's heading to base camp.