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Shooter Michael Johnson misses para world championship gold by 0.1 of a point
Victory by Johnson would have earned New Zealand a quota spot at the Los Angeles Paralympic Games in 2028.
Hyrox toilet controversy: Malaysian athlete Zarif Zakaria claims toilet break cost him a race
World champion Joanna Wietrzyk finished despite suffering bowel incontinence.
AI start-up Partly is taking on the world from Christchurch
Ex-Rocket Lab engineer spotted an automotive parts opportunity.
More Sunday games feature in 2027 Super Rugby draw
Next year's Super Rugby Pacific competition will run for 17 rounds, containing 80 regular season games.
Auckland restaurant Mekong Baby closes after more than a decade
The owners said they poured 'every penny' into the venture.
How ADHD changes as you age
New York Times: Symptoms can emerge, disappear and evolve over time.
Here’s why emotions drive you to spend – and how to stop the habit
Washington Post: Clicking 'buy now' can feel like a quick fix – until the bill comes due.
Ex-Google worker adds to AI alarm, warns of ‘potential to kill us all’
His warning follows similar concerns from former Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon.
Apple’s iPhone Duo: The first hands-on reaction from tech reviewers
Reviewers highlight its subtle crease and seamless screen transitions.
Why older workers are being unfairly discounted – Hannah McQueen
OPINION: Age should not be treated as a shortcut for judging workplace capability.
The truth about how much protein your body can absorb in one meal
Washington Post: Is there a limit to how much protein your body can use from one meal?
Warriors name team for semifinal: DWZ, Halasima return in extended squad
Dallin Watene-Zelezniak has been included in the extended squad for the elimination semifinal against the Newcastle Knights at Eden Park, less than four weeks after breaking his right clavicle.
Sir Michael Jones sought funding for Moana Pasifika in letter to Winston Peters
Winston Peters caught up with Sir Michael Jones in Samoa in June.
Warriors v Knights: Andrew Webster’s side to embrace challenge of playing at Eden Park
A record crowd for a league match in NZ is expected for the clash versus Newcastle.
Why scientists are starting to worry popular supplements could harm the ageing brain
Washington Post: New studies have returned surprising results about 3 popular supplements.
Auckland FC: Black Knights confirm signing of Marley Leuluai on scholarship deal
Marley Leuluai comes from a long line of successful rugby league players.
William Shatner reveals Star Trek executives wanted Spock’s pointed ears removed
The actor has recalled the battle to keep Spock’s distinctive look as Star Trek turns 60.
Possum Bourne’s son Spencer Bourne to compete at Ashley Forest Rallysprint
Spencer Bourne will drive a Subaru bearing his father Possum's iconic livery.
All Blacks v Springboks: Breaking down the key numbers from Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour
Key statistics reveal how much the All Blacks have changed under Dave Rennie.
How technology has become Christchurch’s competitive advantage
OPINION: Canterbury's strength lies in linking research, business and talent.
Rising tennis star Jakub Menšík to defend ASB Classic men's title
Both Menšík and women's star Elina Svitolina will return to Auckland to defend their titles.
AI could possibly end humanity. How are humans supposed to process that?
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Home and Away’s Sheila Kennelly dead at 88
She played Floss McPhee from Home and Away's first year until 1989.
My Christian husband messaged his mistress from our bed. This is how I recovered
Telegraph: Jen Hatmaker's painful split made her rethink her whole philosophy on life.
Breakers: US import Josiah-Jordan James ruled out of start of NBL season
Josiah-Jordan James will miss several weeks of the NBL season with a torn hamstring.
Why tech oligarchs are willing to risk AI apocalypse
NYT Opinion: A strange new theology has taken root in the upper echelons of tech.
Artificial intelligence: Top AI leaders call for slowing down development
New York Times: Anthropic CEO says there needs to be greater safety controls.
Christchurch NRL bid: Council confident city can win 20th licence for 2029
Race for lucrative NRL licence heats up, with Ipswich in Queensland another frontrunner.
Sydney Sweeney’s Novig ad sparks social media backlash over sexualising women’s sport
The model and actor has defended the campaign as a playful celebration of sport.
Artificial intelligence: Inside the snowballing conversations at AI companies about a doomsday
New York Times: AI workers at OpenAI, Anthropic and Google are urging stronger rules.
'I hated union': Warriors trio always destined for 13-man code
The Warriors will play NRL semi-final at New Zealand's most famous rugby ground, but for three players rugby league was always the code that mattered.
Meghan shares sweet birthday tribute to Prince Harry
Meghan’s Instagram tribute features Harry with Archie and Lilibet.
Scam prevention start-up Static Technologies expands overseas after NZ trial saves $23.8m
The company worked with major banks, telcos and Trade Me.
Herald Hat-trick am sports quiz -Wednesday September 16
Can you get a hat-trick?
Ed Sheeran US Loop Tour: All support acts withdraw after Macklemore dropped
Finneas, Lukas Graham, Beoga and Aaron Rowe have left Ed Sheeran’s US tour.
Auckland FC sign Marley Leuluai of rugby league family on scholarship deal
Defensive midfielder Marley Leuluai has signed with the A-League club on a scholarship deal after a successful trial.
Wellington's Hnry Stadium to become one-time racetrack for motorsport stars
Formula 1 stars, rally champions and Supercar winners to square off on a temporary track at the Cake Tin in January.
Football: Phoenix swoop to sign American midfielder Bryce Duke
They also signed Walter Scott, completing both deals before the A-League transfer window closed
Large-scale Lightship artworks set to dazzle Auckland visitors
Works by three wāhine Māori artists to launch the season.
Christchurch EV charger maker Evnex expands as EV sales boom
Founder Ed Harvey says EVs are shifting from green choice to economic necessity.
Ed Sheeran says dropping Macklemore from US tour over ‘free Palestine’ speech wasn’t his decision
Macklemore claims billionaire Robert Kraft pressured Sheeran to remove him from the tour.
Brian Hickerson detained after alleged bar brawl in South Carolina
The incident happened as inquiries into the actress' death continue.
Bigger venue, same scramble: Tickets for Warriors' must-win semifinal at Eden Park snapped up
Sunday’s clash with Newcastle has officially sold out.
Sandra Bullock’s subtle dig at Keith Urban during interview with co-star Nicole Kidman
The actresses burst into laughter following the exchange.
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US tour after ‘free Palestine’ speech
The American rapper was set to open for Sheeran at a number of shows across the US.
Time’s up: A-League introduces rule changes to stamp out time-wasting
Three new rules are designed to keep the ball moving - and force players to think twice about exploiting football's grey areas.
Horse racing: Valuable colt Seize The Day’s spring dreams end
Seize The Day has suffered a setback that will sideline him until summer.
The best drinks to send you to sleep, according to the experts
Telegraph: Herb tea? Warm milk? 'Functional' drink? Here's what the experts recommend.
Gen Z is turning hobbies into work – and missing the point
Washington Post: 'Hobbymaxxing' blurs the line between leisure and labour.
Breakers import Josiah-Jordan James ruled out of NBL opening rounds
American import Josiah-Jordan James is ruled out for several weeks.
The Oasis reunion was a tightrope act. This documentary shows why
After years of feuding, the Gallagher brothers find common ground on tour.
All Whites blend new and old post World Cup
All Whites bring in new faces for the first matches post the World Cup.