Explainer | Why China Gelao ethnic group required women to have 1 to 2 upper teeth removed before wedding
In China’s Gelao ethnic group, an old custom required brides to have one or two upper teeth removed…
Amalgamation talks underway as Wellington councils take first step towards potential super city
The forum is made up of the mayors of Wellington City, Hutt City, Upper Hutt City, Porirua City,…
Hawke’s Bay Hospital radiology upgrade to deliver 10,000 extra scans a year
So far, the first stage of the $35.8 million upgrade has delivered an additional 808sq m of floor…
Hawke’s Bay mega-strike to see 5500 teachers and health workers march in Napier
NZEI The NZ Education Institute’s communications adviser, Kirsten McDougall, said 2000 Hawke’s Bay primary and early-childhood teachers, principals,…
Vote 2025 local elections: Northland mayoral and election results interactive map
Each local election involves multiple races. Everyone in a city or district has the option to vote for…
Vote 2025 local elections: Hawkes Bay mayoral and election results interactive map
Each local election involves multiple races. Everyone in a city or district has the option to vote for…
Ukraine Hits One of Russia’s Largest Oil Refining Complexes
A Ukrainian drone crashed into one of Russia’s largest oil refining complexes on Saturday, sparking a fire and…
Northland police operation uncovers stolen vehicles, alleged meth dealers
A 29-year-old Kaikohe woman is facing methamphetamine dealing charges, as well as a 35-year-old. Firearms were recovered during…
Recidivist shoplifter Debra Jupp lambasted by judge over latest retail thefts
She mainly targeted Farmers stores in Hamilton, Tauranga, and Auckland, along with Woolworths, Pak’nSave and Chemist Warehouse stores,…
Accor considers US IPO for Ennismore
The company has over 180 hotels worldwide under 16 lifestyle brands and could be the highest-profile hospitality IPO…
‘God Help Me’: Kamchatka Residents Recount Massive 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake
Russia’s Kamchatka region has been rattled by one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded, with residents describing feelings of…
Woman’s body found in Gold Coast creek is region’s fourth death in days
By Alexandra Feiam news.com.au· 24 Jul, 2025 02:04 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require…