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The trauma of childhood in Gaza

New York Times: After 22 months of war, childhood in Gaza hardly exists.

Want to find the love of your life? Look up

New York Times: Real-life dating makes a comeback as singles ditch the apps.

He asked Tiffany Trump to marry him. Then the deals started coming

NYT: Michael Boulos and his family benefited financially from proximity to his in-laws.

Our high school clothes are cool again. Now we’re having a midlife crisis

Denim miniskirts. Babydoll tops. Can two elder millennials still pull them off?

Shane Te Pou: God save the King, but who'll save the UK?

OPINION: Britain faces an uncertain future, and the Labour Government looks fragile.

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Beehive must be nervous as economy continues to flounder

OPINION: Homeowners avoid locking in rates, choosing expensive floating options.

Auckland's housing slump will take years to recover – Liam Dann

OPINION: More affordable homes are welcome but Auckland is missing its property price fix.

Cecilia Robinson: Why my 13yo got Sharesies instead of social media for his birthday

OPINION: A rethink on rights, safety and social media.

Editorial: Te reo policies divert attention from the real issues

OPINION: Changing names like Waka Kotahi back seems unnecessary to many.

Thomas Coughlan: The economy isn't riding to the Government's rescue

OPINION: What the reshuffling of an RNZ panel says about today's political dynamic.

Matthew Hooton: Reserve Bank and polls give Luxon a reprieve

OPINION: Westpac speculates tax cuts could be back on the Government’s agenda.

The conversation employees can soon have with each other, without getting punished by their boss

A new law will let employees take action against their bosses.

Intention over perfection: The strategies at play in Black Ferns' World Cup opener

'If we want to do well at this World Cup, we've got to be strong across the board.'

'Ruthless': Basketball star Kirk Penney on Zuru's impact in nappy dispute

The former Tall Black tells court about cut-throat competition and secret recordings.

Editorial: Why NZ Rugby's new Sky deal could frustrate All Blacks fans

OPINION: Five tests might air on other platforms, sparking bidding wars.

Why climate change will see top NZ golf course close for two months

The move was 'something of a no-brainer' with summer months getting warmer and warmer.

Is there such a thing as a good life? Science says yes

Decades of research have pointed to two answers. Now, scientists are proposing a third.

Are marathons and extreme running linked to colon cancer?

New York Times: Study links extreme running to higher colon cancer risk in young adults.

Weight loss meds mean 'thin is in', claim plus-size models

Samoan New Zealand model Isabella Moore never saw plus-size models when she was young.

The one quality most ‘super-agers’ share

New York Times: After 25 years of research on this notable group, here’s what stands out.

Sharon Stone still refuses to behave for Hollywood

Decades after Basic Instinct, the actress is as daring as ever - and not just on film.

The trauma of childhood in Gaza

New York Times: After 22 months of war, childhood in Gaza hardly exists.

He asked Tiffany Trump to marry him. Then the deals started coming

NYT: Michael Boulos and his family benefited financially from proximity to his in-laws.

Seven rules for a healthy, happy retirement from the professors who study it

Telegraph: Healthier approaches to ageing mean 'the 70s are the new 50s'.

Napier restaurant once named NZ's best closes; owners reveal plan for new restaurant

Pacifica's head chef Jeremy Rameka says 'it is time to move on and start afresh'.

Editorial: Te reo policies divert attention from the real issues

OPINION: Changing names like Waka Kotahi back seems unnecessary to many.

Why Millie Elder-Holmes is back in controversy over gambling promotions

Millie Elder-Holmes faces new complaints over promoting online gambling.

Letters: Fonterra sale could be double-edged sword; Kiwis entitled to Covid answers

OPINION: Car parks haven't gotten smaller, but cars have gotten bigger, writes one reader.

The trauma of childhood in Gaza

New York Times: After 22 months of war, childhood in Gaza hardly exists.

He asked Tiffany Trump to marry him. Then the deals started coming

NYT: Michael Boulos and his family benefited financially from proximity to his in-laws.

Texas Republicans advance redistricting maps, just as Trump wanted

New York Times: Maps intend to help Trump's party win five new US House seats in midterms.

‘We can’t take it anymore’: Palestinians in Gaza fear looming Israeli operation

New York Times: Israel's plan to invade Gaza City has forced more displacement.

75 years after its screen debut, what Sunset Blvd. says about stardom

Sunset Blvd. was the first movie to admit that stars get old.

Sharon Stone still refuses to behave for Hollywood

Decades after Basic Instinct, the actress is as daring as ever - and not just on film.

'There’s no money in this country to make television': Reality TV queen Dame Julie Christie

But that hasn't stopped her turning Auckland FC into an 'unscripted Ted Lasso'.

Streaming video: Survey reveals who’s up, who’s down

Some subscription streaming services are flat, some are surging.

The things you should never eat when you're on holiday

Travel food fails: When culinary adventures turn into nightmares.

This is the worst seat on the plane – and it's not what you think

Experts say seat choice can make or break your flight experience.

Is flying Business Class worth it? An expert’s guide on how to make the most of it

Once you go left, you'll never want to go back.

Kiwi self-made millionaire Simran Kaur on dreams and 'failing upwards'

What does it take to achieve a dream? The Air NZ Dream Seats ambassador explains.

Why Millie Elder-Holmes is back in controversy over gambling promotions

Millie Elder-Holmes faces new complaints over promoting online gambling.

Head Hunters and rival gangs used same alleged network of airport staff to smuggle drugs

A total of 15 baggage handlers, past and present, have been arrested in Operation Matata.

'Risk-averse approach': NZ lagging in fight against organised crime

Poor information sharing means NZ is not keeping pace with criminals, experts say.

How a community leader from a tiny NZ town began working with Mexico's most powerful cartel

Exclusive extract from Jared Savage's new book on the new era of gangs in New Zealand.

Editorial: Shocking writing stats expose teaching gaps

OPINION: How can it be that we have failed this generation of children so poorly?

'Privilege is not a dirty word': What will private schools be spending extra government money on?

St Cuthbert's College will receive an estimated $1.6m subsidy.

James Bentley: Why NCEA overhaul falls short

OPINION: A top headmaster says theoverhaul is not the bold reset many believed was coming.

Richard Prebble: Why NCEA's demise is a lesson in failed educational policy

OPINION: New Zealand should not have persisted with a flawed scheme for so long.

Why are so many men in this NZ region dying prematurely?

Men in the region are nearly twice as likely to die prematurely as those in Auckland.

Editorial: NZ can dramatically increase funding for vital drugs

OPINION: It just needs to prioritise people's health and make budget cuts in other areas.

‘Verge of collapse’: Report finds Tairāwhiti among worst regions for heart disease

Health NZ is expanding cardiology access with digital services and visiting specialists.

New retirement village hospital, rest home to open at Clevedon village

Premium care suites are for sale at the new building from $295,000 to $580,000.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of August 18 - 24

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of August 11 - 17

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of August 4 - 10

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Daron Parton’s cartoons: August 1 - 31

Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.

Shane Te Pou: God save the King, but who'll save the UK?

OPINION: Britain faces an uncertain future, and the Labour Government looks fragile.

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Beehive must be nervous as economy continues to flounder

OPINION: Homeowners avoid locking in rates, choosing expensive floating options.

Auckland's housing slump will take years to recover – Liam Dann

OPINION: More affordable homes are welcome but Auckland is missing its property price fix.

Letters: Fonterra sale could be double-edged sword; Kiwis entitled to Covid answers

OPINION: Car parks haven't gotten smaller, but cars have gotten bigger, writes one reader.

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