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The unlucky six: Stars who missed out on All Blacks jersey
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Tourism industry leaders push to get more Chinese visitors to NZ
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'Not a grandstander': How a quiet US missionary became Pope Leo XIV
New York Times: Robert Prevost has pushed back hard against MAGA-style Christian ideology.

A most sensitive subject in the White House: Where is Melania?
NY Times: Melania has spent fewer than 14 days in the White House since the inauguration.

Emirates Group announces record $10.5b gross profit
Group invested billions in new aircraft, infrastructure and technology.
Business

Bruce Cotterill: Why the so-called Super City hasn't delivered for Aucklanders
Opinion: Auckland's regional merger aimed for efficiency but led to rising costs.

From the heartbreak of losing her husband at just 48, a couple's enduring media legacy
'It allows me to focus on myself and the kids and figure out life without Allan.'

Fran O'Sullivan: Political games hinder vital superannuation reform
OPINION: It's time for NZ's leaders to tackle the superannuation debate together.
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Politics

Thomas Coughlan: An ugly week for National MPs
OPINION: Pay equity row leaves backbenchers caught between party loyalty and voter anger.

Editorial: Pope Leo has unique opportunity to help heal American divide
OPINION: The Chicago-born Pope has opposed radical Christianity and Trump policy.

Love this City: Simeon Brown opens a cycleway, Auckland Transport downgrades safety - Simon Wilson
OPINION: Auckland Transport's new approach to safety, a developer's plea and cycling news.
Sport

Alex Powell: What Lawson, Racing Bulls need to do to reignite F1 season
OPINION: The Kiwi can turn around a difficult string of results in the coming weeks.

Paul Lewis: How Mark Tele'a exit opens door for bold selections
OPINION: The speedy winger is leaving NZ rugby, opening a spot on the All Blacks wing.

Tight Five: Why the All Blacks' loose forward dilemma is a tough puzzle
OPINION: Analysing Scott Robertson's options for his loose forwards.
Lifestyle

Mother's Day: What we miss when our children leave home
Jane Phare compares notes with other mums on the trauma of children leaving the nest.

The flight of the butterflies: Photographer Deborah Kelland's emotional journey through loss
'It’s like being in a snowstorm.'

The man who made a nation cry: One Day’s David Nicholls heads to NZ
'To sit by myself in a pub a long way from home and read a book, that’s a kind of bliss.'
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Mother's Day: What we miss when our children leave home
Jane Phare compares notes with other mums on the trauma of children leaving the nest.

The flight of the butterflies: Photographer Deborah Kelland's emotional journey through loss
'It’s like being in a snowstorm.'

The man who made a nation cry: One Day’s David Nicholls heads to NZ
'To sit by myself in a pub a long way from home and read a book, that’s a kind of bliss.'

36 Hours in Singapore
New York Times: Singapore celebrates its diamond jubilee as a thriving city-state.

Amy Mansfield spent seven years at Auckland University – here's what she got out of it
Turning old lecture notes into comedy gold.

Why hunger for the Hunger Games is stronger than ever
The latest book in the series is the fastest-selling YA book of the year.
The big read

How property traders made millions flipping homes: Inside 71 Auckland real estate deals
The Herald reveals gains and losses on $60m of homes flipped by Hills Real Estate traders.

Red cards, red flags: The All Blacks' challenges in Razor's second year – Gregor Paul
OPINION: Scott Robertson faces pressure to improve the All Blacks' 71% win ratio.

Scandals, sniping and 'church speak': Tensions rise ahead of papal conclave
Three days before the largest papal conclave ever, campaigns and intrigues are swirling.
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Seven clompy pairs perfect for a week of winter wear.

The best independent bookstores in Auckland
They are spaces of research, respite and restoration that have stood the test of time.

How did you meet your best friend? 6 people on their bond with their bestie
Rob Tennent, Toni Street and more share the stories behind their closest friendships.

Hot-Plate heroes: How 5 restaurants work wonders with no kitchen
From panini presses to hot plates, here's how underequipped kitchens make it work.

Put a twist on your dessert serving with a mint and pea ice cream
This recipe takes hiding your vegetables to the next (delicious) level.
National

Letters: Brooke van Velden should remember she rode women’s wave to win Tamaki electorate
OPINION: Te Pati Māori once again show their total disregard for parliamentary procedure.

Defence Force quietly shelves SAS elite unit trained for terrorism response
NZSAS counter-terrorism team gone - as attrition bites into elite military regiment.

'Vulture': Accounts manager stole $88k, blames grieving boss
Kerryarna Pene stole nearly $90,000 over two years from the Rotorua Citizens Club.
World

A most sensitive subject in the White House: Where is Melania?
NY Times: Melania has spent fewer than 14 days in the White House since the inauguration.

'Not a grandstander': How a quiet US missionary became Pope Leo XIV
New York Times: Robert Prevost has pushed back hard against MAGA-style Christian ideology.

India and Pakistan may have an off-ramp after their clash - will they take it?
New York Times: The question now is whether the two sides will claim victory.
Entertainment

P Diddy’s path From Harlem to stardom, and now court
NYT: After years of accusations and few consequences, Sean Combs is to stand trial.

Amy Mansfield spent seven years at Auckland University – here's what she got out of it
Turning old lecture notes into comedy gold.

Ten TV character deaths that shocked fans through history
NY Times: Big twist in The Last of Us wasn’t the first to upend a TV show and its fandom.
Travel

Life after chemo: Kiwi breast cancer survivor's top tips for adventure post-treatment
Rebecca Ronald knows life is for living. She shares her tips for travelling after cancer.

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.'
Crime

Nine fires in five years: Environment Court rules on scrap metal dealer
Training, stockpile monitoring and management and lithium battery handling orders made.

Pushpay insider trader loses latest bid for suppression
Businessman sentenced in 2023 fails to overturn conviction and retain name suppression.

Cryptocurrency ATMs and 'high risk' cash wages should be banned, experts warn
Police could be given power to monitor bank accounts in real time, experts say.
Education

Editorial: Pope Leo has unique opportunity to help heal American divide
OPINION: The Chicago-born Pope has opposed radical Christianity and Trump policy.

Editorial: Getting CRL greenlit may be Key's lasting Auckland legacy
OPINION: We must build to grow, a belief our Governments should be reminded of.

Editorial: When tech billionaires restrict their kids' social media use, why shouldn’t we?
OPINION: Catherine Wedd's member's bill shouldn't be left to the biscuit tin.
Health

Matthew Hooton: Desperate times call for bold measures
OPINION: Brooke van Velden’s pay equity move is just the start of the savings needed.

Up in Smoke: Why NZ's medical cannabis industry is struggling to make ends meet
After tragic cases, a new industry touted as a potential saviour has run into roadblocks.

Brewing the perfect cup: Which coffee method boosts heart health?
Telegraph: The way you brew your coffee might be causing cholesterol spikes.
Cartoons

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

Bruce Cotterill: Why the so-called Super City hasn't delivered for Aucklanders
Opinion: Auckland's regional merger aimed for efficiency but led to rising costs.

Alex Powell: What Lawson, Racing Bulls need to do to reignite F1 season
OPINION: The Kiwi can turn around a difficult string of results in the coming weeks.

Paul Lewis: How Mark Tele'a exit opens door for bold selections
OPINION: The speedy winger is leaving NZ rugby, opening a spot on the All Blacks wing.
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