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Study links 350,000 heart disease deaths to plastic chemicals in 2018
Phthalates are chemicals added to plastic to make it more stretchy, soft or flexible.
The 'Hells' and highlights of a tour around Japan
Walking around the southern island of Kyushu is full of surprises.
China hits back with 125% tariffs on US goods
Further American levies will be ignored by China as it plans lawsuit.
Bongbong to von der Leyen: The world leaders Luxon is talking to in free trade 'fight'
The Prime Minister scored calls with major names.
NZ market falls over 1%, US Tech stocks tumble and market retreats as US-China trade war worsens
'China does not want a fight, but it is not afraid of one either.'
Editorial: The world’s economy is in the hands of powerful 'morons'
OPINION: Our road to economic recovery just got harder.
'Tariff wars miss the point': Zuru co-founder Nick Mowbray criticises US tariff plan
Zuru has factories in China, which is in line for a US tariff of 104%.
‘Super exciting’: Accor eyes growth with NZ convention centre boost
He manages Accor’s core hotels in 48 countries, including 1300 hotels.
Property Insider: Fletcher’s $15m ‘mistake’, debate on granny flat law relaxation
What do people in the sector say about Fletcher Building closing its $15m plant?
Ryan Bridge: Trump’s tariffs a gamble on US manufacturing revival
OPINION: Donald Trump's tariffs challenge global stability.
Watch: Hero dad leaps across collapsing walkway 50 storeys high to save family in killer quake
'I just moved instinctively – ran, reacted, focused only on moving forward.'
Why Bangkok’s quake has residents uneasy about skyscrapers
NY Times: The quake emptied Bangkok's streets as buildings swayed and people fled.
Why pay a premium for wellness retreats when Hoi An is so cheap?
All the luxury, none of the expense.
Myanmar quake: Aftershocks rattle Mandalay as rescuers search for survivors
The quake killed more than 1600 in Myanmar and at least 11 in neighbouring Thailand.
'You are now okay': Kiwi hotel manager in Bangkok praised for calm response after earthquake
'I’m from New Zealand, I have been through this many times.'
‘Something was wrong’: Investigation launched into Bangkok high-rise collapse
A 33-floor skyscraper in Bangkok collapsed during Friday's 7.7-magnitude earthquake.
Live: Myanmar quake toll passes 1600 as rescuers dig for survivors
Myanmar's leader issued a rare plea for international aid in televised address.
Myanmar quake: 1000+ confirmed dead, NZ gives $2 million in aid
The earthquake's epicentre was in Mandalay, causing widespread devastation.
Southeast Asia quake - death toll could surpass 10,000
Myanmar's leader issued a rare plea for international aid in televised address.
Why your next cruise should be a China cruise
If a trip to China feels daunting, this is a perfect way to see the sights.
Cambodia’s ‘Tomb Raider’ temple more fascinating than Angkor Wat
A cruise on the Mekong, through Vietnam and Cambodia, reveals startling contrasts.
'Slow but complete breakdown': $9.8m real estate agency fight; Cooper company wins big award
Case revolved around protracted dispute between parties over branch established at Albany.
Canada denounces China for executing four Canadians on drug charges
Clemency is still being sought in another case from 2019.
Bombshell development with last-ditch search for MH370 flight
There’s been a major announcement in the desperate search for the wreckage of MH370.
Convenient and comfortable: An affordable hotel in the heart of Seoul
If you’re visiting South Korea’s capital, this hotel is an ideal base.
Property Insider: $7 billion Asia-Pacific fund hunts in NZ
Data centres, warehouses, offices, properties under mortgagee sale: asset classes named.
China says it is ‘ready for war’ with America
China boosts defence spending by 7.2%, warns US it is prepared to 'fight until the end'.