LifestyleDo you have a booze problem?Study claims that just two simple questions could be all takes for a GP to identify potential or real alcohol abuse.07 Jul 09:25 PM
New ZealandRough seas force ship to leave kayakerStrong winds off the coast of Taranaki have pushed trans-Tasman kayaker Scott Donaldson even further from shore.07 Jul 07:07 PM
WorldBoy dragged to death by polar bearAn Eton schoolboy was dragged from his tent by a rampaging polar bear and killed after his Arctic expedition was under-equipped with anti-bear safety measures.07 Jul 06:51 PM
WorldTechnology set to transform warWarfare is set to get more advanced with 3D-printed drones, self-healing aircraft and a "Transformer" aircraft that can split apart.07 Jul 05:00 PM
World'What are you scared of?'Horrified onlookers watched as a man stabbed another man to death in a crowded Sydney shopping centre and left the knife lodged in the victim's chest.07 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldSpies 'constantly drunk' and sloppyThey were two of Britain's most notorious double agents, responsible for passing on some of the country's most sensitive secrets to the Russians.07 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldKiwis avoid uncharged banKiwis flying from New Zealand to the United States will not be required to undergo strict new security measures being introduced for uncharged mobile phones and laptops.07 Jul 02:06 AM
LifestyleBeckhams celebrate 15 yearsThey are arguably the UK's most high-profile showbiz couple - and they've managed to withstand the pressures of the paparazzi and family life to celebrate 15 years of marriage.07 Jul 01:50 AM
CyclingCycling: 'Selfie' craze angerIt is the latest must-do 'thing', the social media craze that has swept the globe, with everyone from Barack Obama to David Cameron jumping on the bandwagon.07 Jul 01:28 AM
CricketSix of the best: Stunning cricket catchesFollowing Trent Boult's stunning catch of Kieron Pollard in today's second Twenty20, the Herald lists six other amazing cricket catches.06 Jul 11:00 PM
Entertainment'Worst' Glastonbury set yet?It's been a full week since the dust settled on this year's Glastonbury festival, but there's one performance that's still ringing in the ears of punters who were there.06 Jul 08:45 PM
BusinessGarden hub set to grow homesThe birthplace of the country's biggest garden centre is for sale for the first time in 102 years.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Trio's departure a blow to Blues' hopesIf the Blues have taken a step forward in 2014, they are about to take at least two back, writes Gregor Paul.06 Jul 05:00 PM
SportPush for indoor bowls stadiumA covered stadium for bowls is being planned for Auckland in a move designed to reinvigorate the sport.06 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleDiet alert for mums-to-bePregnant women are being reminded to heed dietary guidelines because not doing so can result in the death of unborn children.06 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleLiving with 1000 distractionsKiwi families reveal their stories of living life with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.05 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionHeed the words of King DickIn 1898 New Zealand was favoured with a visit from Sydney and Beatrice Webb. This English couple were early members of the Fabian Society, a progressive political movement that was an important driver in the formation of the British Labour Party.05 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleKiwi star's decision to abstainActor Jono Kenyon reveals the painful family secret behind his decision to join thousands around the country going without alcohol this month.05 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionDamien Grant: Let's just trade, it's fairerDamien Grant asks: Why can we buy Fair Trade coffee but not Fair Trade electronics?05 Jul 05:00 PM
CricketCast aside and untouchableLou Vincent has been largely deserted by former New Zealand team-mates since his confession to cheating which resulted in a life ban by the England and Wales Cricket Board.05 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWife's hug awaits exhausted kayakerAfter a gruelling three-month journey, transtasman kayaker Scott Donaldson faces a battle against the wind to reach New Zealand.04 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSt John managers in strife over 'taxi'Two St John managers have been suspended from work after an investigation was made into claims they used an ambulance vehicle to taxi them home after a night out drinking.04 Jul 05:00 PM
TelecommunicationsTV networks scramble after Slingshot's Netflix moveFree to air TV networks are holding urgent talks with Hollywood studios after revelations Slingshot is offering easy internet access to shows they have paid for.04 Jul 03:46 AM
New ZealandMP on grope: 'I saw his nasty side'National MP Maggie Barry has revealed that Rolf Harris groped her during a radio interview she was hosting in the 1980s.03 Jul 09:47 PM
AirlinesAir NZ's new dream planeAir New Zealand’s first 787 Dreamliner touches down next week. Grant Bradley reports on the airline’s high hopes for its revolutionary new plane.03 Jul 07:00 PM
EntertainmentThe Diary: Rach's sun tweetAmerican actor and film director Peter Berg (Battleship, Chicago Hope) will be the guest of honour in Manukau tomorrow night supporting his friend and compatriot Brian Minto.03 Jul 05:00 PM
ConstructionPlan is 'ghettos for the rich'Up to 600 new apartments, townhouses and duplexes in 17 blocks, six to nine levels high, are planned in the now open areas around Wynyard Quarter.03 Jul 05:00 PM
EmploymentWhy racing boss quit a $1m a year jobSport betting's top executive left his $1 million job for "personal and family" reasons, saying the commute between Auckland and Wellington affected his health and family life.03 Jul 05:00 PM
