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An exclusive look behind the scenes of The Chase New Zealand

Entertainment reporter Mitchell Hageman checks out what it's really like as a contestant on this set of the hit TV quiz show.

Why politicians worldwide should pay attention to the ‘Mamdani effect’ - The Front Page

New York and the 'Mamdani Effect' - The Front Page Video / NZ Herald

How the UK’s asylum crackdown could reshape global refugee protections - The Front Page

The United Kingdom is vowing to ‘restore order and control’ - through controversial, sweeping reform on the country’s asylum system. Video / NZ Herald

Age-Gap relationships, Tom Cruise’s Oscar and Ardern on Graham Norton

Jenni Mortimer breaks down the entertainment stories everyone’s talking about. Video / Herald NOW

Is your partner's dress sense hurting your relationship?

The Biebers prompted a discussion on the power of dressing in tune with your partner.

'Heartbreaking': Major summer festival cancels 2026 date

The 'economic climate' is being blamed for the move.

‘The deal is as good as done’: Cher set for $30m Netflix tell-all series

The seven-part docuseries will trace Cher’s life and loves across six decades.

Doja Cat's Melbourne nightclub appearance slammed by Aussie fans

Her appearance at nightclub Ms Collins was cut short after just three songs.

‘The deal is as good as done’: Cher set for $30m Netflix tell-all series

The seven-part docuseries will trace Cher’s life and loves across six decades.

Kim K’s hit show gets season 2 — but viewers and critics don’t agree

Critics gave it 3% on Rotten Tomatoes, but audiences rated it 66%.

Eye in a storm: Former Real Housewife calls in lawyers after magazine editor's email

A once-close partnership has collapsed, with lawyers set to step in.

Stone Age teen’s chewing gum found after 10,500 years

DNA from the gum shows the chewer had brown hair and brown eyes.

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Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 24 - 30

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Jack Tame on being a retiree heartthrob (and why he's fine with it)

As he moves into a new 1News role, Tame explains why he's happy to be 'nice enough'.

Head coach of Auckland FC Steve Corica's favourite spots in Auckland

Every week we ask a well known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

Has this director made the year’s most terrifying movie?

New York Times: Inside the haunting film that pushes cinema to its limits.

‘Dumbhead’ drama: Miss Universe mired in scandal and walkouts

Two judges quit, alleging the contest’s final choices were secretly pre-set.

'This is karma doing its thing': Cruise’s reaction to Kidman-Urban split

An insider says Cruise thought the couple had 'very little in common from the get-go'.

An era of reclamation: How Wicked helped Ariana Grande find joy again

New York Times: Inside Ariana Grande’s transformation for Wicked: For Good.

'It means the world to me': Ex-One Direction minder on Louis Tomlinson's $9k donation

Preston Mahon once protected stars including Simon Cowell and Leona Lewis.

'Busy, busy, but good busy': Kiwi actor Simone Kessell on life in the spotlight

The Last Frontier actress shares on balancing fame, family and fierce new roles.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.

Voluntary administration: A lifeline, not a last resort for struggling businesses

VA offers breathing space and a path forward with expert guidance.

Sponsored: Reduce reno waste to save money

Planning and preparation are everything.

You’re probably paying far too much to invest and trade – Tiger Brokers

Some platforms charge more, leaving Kiwi investors short.