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'Critical juncture': TV sector wants public funding support to save reality shows; Three News' 'regret' over 6pm reports
Inside the executive shake-ups at multiple media firms; TV star's new rugby podcast.

'More of a global game': Former All Black backs Barrett, Ioane’s Leinster stints
'To be precious about it and try keep every player in, it’s not going to work.'

Mystery of March 28: Why dozens of parcels sent from one region went missing at NZ Post
'NZ Post wishes to thank the Hawke’s Bay Today for bringing this issue to our attention.'
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What we know (and don’t know) about autism, according to science
Autism cases are increasing globally, but its causes are difficult to specify.

Massage can help after a workout, but not for the reason you think
New York Times: It might feel good, but does a massage really help sore muscles?

Black Mirror showed us a future. Some of it is here now
New York Times: How the TV show predicted today's tech realities.
Business

Fashion: The next frontier for clean tech as textile waste mounts
Fashion emits 8% to 10% of greenhouse gases yearly, more than aviation.

Secret weapon: How robots are transforming China's trade strategy
New York Times: Inside China's automation revolution and its global implications.

'Outside their appetite': Kiwi sex toy company's battle to find an insurer
Girls Get Off rebuffed by 23 insurers over the nature of its business.
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Politics

Inside the climate debate that quietly rocked the National Party
OPINION: A Government climate policy sparked a National Party civil war.

Firearms Minister wants gun registry gone, review says she should keep it
Nicole McKee will campaign for her constituents but concedes she may not succeed.
Sport

Gregor Paul: Blues' struggle to transition from champions to dynasty
OPINION: The southerners found their rhythm just as the Aucklanders slumped.

Opinion: Big calls and notable omissions in World Cup squad race
Forty-nine players are competing for spots in the Black Ferns World Cup squad.

On The Up: How Olympic gold changed Hamish Kerr's life
Kerr's victory resonated in a special way with Kiwis; an undoubted Olympics highlight.
Lifestyle

Five science-backed hacks to curb your cravings naturally
Telegraph: Try these simple ways to satisfy your appetite (no weight loss drugs required).

Why taking a holiday is good for you
Data shows that getting away can boost your health, happiness and love life.

How to shop for clothes you won’t have to purge in a year
Figuring out your personal “basics” will save you money and effort down the road.
Canvas

Pope Francis, the unlikely movie star: Six films show his cinematic appeal
New York Times: On screen, he was seen as a character both admired and controversial.

'Raw and unfiltered:' Jenny-May Clarkson's emotional life story
TVNZ's Jenny-May Clarkson admits to suffering from self-doubt in her book Full Circle.

'It's utterly insane': Kiwi comic Sam Wills on life in Las Vegas as Tape Face turns 20
'Those oven gloves are my Stairway to Heaven. I’ll never get rid of the damned things.'

Half of Kiwi adults overwhelmed by phone notifications, study reveals
2degrees commissioned the study, highlighting the mental impact of notifications.

In The Bondsman, Kevin Bacon goes to hell and back
New York Times: The actor tracks down escaped demons in the new horror comedy.

RNZ Ballet's The Firebird makes a triumphant return
Principal dancer Ana Gallardo Lobaina says The Firebird is relevant in a 'scary' world.
The big read

The women who think the world needs more babies
NY Times: A convention of the pronatalist movement agreed: motherhood needs a rebrand.

'Good to be part of the conversation': It's time for Jon Hamm to suit up again
NY Times: It's been a decade since Mad Men and suddenly Jon Hamm is everywhere again.

Where in the world is Rosie O’Donnell?
New York Times: She's moved to Ireland. She's befriended a Menendez brother. What's next?
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Make breakfast time an event with these homemade seed crepes
They're best served with eggs and avocado.

Kiwi, kaka and a human-scale Sirocco - artist Leila Jeffreys' new avian obsession
Eccentric native birds 'a window to our own wild ways' says renowned Australian artist.

A Picasso show from Pablo’s daughter
Exhibition includes never-before-seen works from personal collection of Paloma Picasso.

Quick and easy tofu and mushroom shawarma recipe
It's a simple science: pair a flatbread with delicious fillings for an easy meal.

12 plates to pull together for a long lunch this weekend
From a side of potatoes to a slow-cooked lamb shank, relax over these plentiful plates.

Olivia Munn’s five favourite places in Tokyo
The actress guides a treasure hunt through the city where she spent much of her childhood.
National

Editorial: Australia must remain our best mate whatever its election result
OPINION: Many former Kiwis will vote in Australia's federal election next Saturday.

Shane Te Pou: Pay the doctors what they're worth
OPINION: One in eight senior doctor positions are currently vacant in New Zealand.

Kiwi Beatles fan to part with menu signed by the fab four
Aucklander Chris Watson is parting with a menu he asked The Beatles to sign in 1964.
World

The women who think the world needs more babies
NY Times: A convention of the pronatalist movement agreed: motherhood needs a rebrand.

'So much damage': Is the United States headed for a Trump recession?
ANALYSIS: Betting markets predict a 61% chance of recession this year. JPMorgan concurs.
Entertainment

'Good to be part of the conversation': It's time for Jon Hamm to suit up again
NY Times: It's been a decade since Mad Men and suddenly Jon Hamm is everywhere again.

Pope Francis, the unlikely movie star: Six films show his cinematic appeal
New York Times: On screen, he was seen as a character both admired and controversial.

'It's utterly insane': Kiwi comic Sam Wills on life in Las Vegas as Tape Face turns 20
'Those oven gloves are my Stairway to Heaven. I’ll never get rid of the damned things.'
Travel

How Air NZ navigated crises to finally unveil Dreamliner retrofit
Air NZ's 787 retrofits cost $35m each at S.T. Engineering in Singapore.

Kim Knight: Val Kilmer, Cookie Bear and The Body Shop - a Gen X lament
OPINION: 'Everything good gets discontinued.'

How to see New Zealand like a first-time visitor
Ever wondered what a tourist sees when they visit NZ for the first time? Wonder no more.
Crime

Tribesmen gang member released after shooting Killer Beez leader Josh Masters
Okusitino Tae was released from prison this week despite potential risk of gang conflict.

'Urgent international co-operation': Crime rings threaten integrity of NZ sport
The Sport Integrity Commission has sought advice from Interpol on organised crime.

'That's what happens when you f*** with family': How a family feud ended in gang murder
Rebel MC member gunned down at close range by Head Hunter after five previous incidents.
Education

‘We can’t do it all’: Teachers sound alarm on new curriculum chaos
Overwhelmed, with insufficient training and resources, teachers fear burnout and exodus.

Editorial: Wealth, not race, divides educational opportunities
OPINION: Education in this country is being increasingly divided by class.

‘Run out of stadiums’: Court shortage leaves North Shore kids’ basketball in crisis
About 10,000 fixtures are forced across eight North Shore venues.
Health

Five science-backed hacks to curb your cravings naturally
Telegraph: Try these simple ways to satisfy your appetite (no weight loss drugs required).

Shane Te Pou: Pay the doctors what they're worth
OPINION: One in eight senior doctor positions are currently vacant in New Zealand.

Why taking a holiday is good for you
Data shows that getting away can boost your health, happiness and love life.
Cartoons

Daron Parton’s cartoons: March 1 - 31
Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.
Opinion

Gregor Paul: Blues' struggle to transition from champions to dynasty
OPINION: The southerners found their rhythm just as the Aucklanders slumped.

Nadine Higgins: How your neighbour's spending habits can mislead you
Opinion: Appearances can be deceiving; many who seem wealthy face financial issues.

Opinion: Big calls and notable omissions in World Cup squad race
Forty-nine players are competing for spots in the Black Ferns World Cup squad.
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Sudoku - test yourself
The best fun with numbers! Sudoku is simple to learn but the challenges never end.

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