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Strait of Hormuz blockade: The realities the US ignores at its peril
ANALYSIS: Donald Trump has ordered a blockade of the pivotal Strait of Hormuz.
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Populist pushback: Why an election loss in Hungary is a big deal for the world
NYT analysis: The geopolitical consequences of Viktor Orban's defeat could be profound.
Iran blockade sets up a test of which side can endure more pain
New York Times: Iranians are betting that Trump's tolerance for political pain is limited.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks chase $500m kit deal as war and oil crisis hit sponsors
ANALYSIS: NZ Rugby wants its $70m-a-year kit deal lifted to as much as $100m a year.
Why rumours are flying over Melania Trump's surprise Epstein announcement
NYT analysis: The First Lady's briefing came hours after an ex-associate let loose online.
Changing of the guard: How Silver Ferns shake-up could reshape ANZ Premiership
The 2026 ANZ Premiership will screen on free-to-air TV for the first time.
Even as they praise Iran ceasefire, world leaders are whipsawed by Trump
New York Times: The war has underscored a lack of options in dealing with Trump's whims.
Jenée Tibshraeny: Stagflation a bleak possibility
ANALYSIS: Why the Reserve Bank could find itself between a rock and a hard place.
Inside Economics: D-day for Reserve Bank, but do we have more options than the Aussies?
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
On Iran, Trump keeps world off balance with ever-changing threats
New York Times: Global leaders struggling to find a way to end the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Michael Burgess: Why Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and the Warriors had to part ways
Analysis: The Auckland club couldn’t match the money offered by outside suitors.
Azaria Howell: Inside Peters’ deal with the Cook Islands
Analysis: Aid tap turns back on as Winston Peters signs defence pact with Cook Islands.
Thomas Coughlan: Christopher Luxon to reshuffle Cabinet – can he turn it around?
ANALYSIS: Can Christopher Luxon pull off a reset?
Azaria Howell: Is Winston Peters on the verge of a Cook Islands breakthrough?
ANALYSIS: The Foreign Minister has gone to Rarotonga to meet PM Mark Brown.
Inside Economics: RBNZ flying blind as Iran war and oil shock upend outlook
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Analysis: Government nudges councils to amalgamate, is bigger really better?
As major reforms loom, experts warn bigger councils aren’t automatically more efficient.
The oil shocks of the ’70s changed the world. Will the Iran war do the same?
New York Times: We are experiencing what could end up as the third great oil shock.
Case for the defence: How sticking with McCullum can reinvigorate England
Telegraph: Sacking their head coach now would cost England more than £1m in payouts.
Nathan Limm: Netball NZ's leadership must address unanswered questions
ANALYSIS: Nathan Limm breaks down the key issues facing netball in 2026.
Liam Napier: Why this ruthless ABs coaching cleanout could pay off faster than thought
ANALYSIS: Dave Rennie has rebuilt his All Blacks staff with coaches he knows and trusts.
Inside Economics: How Fitch warning, war jitters and weak GDP collide for NZ
New RBNZ Governor Anna Breman has pushed back on market bets of rapid rate hikes.
Iran war: For US, unmet expectations fit a familiar pattern
New York Times: A conventional military faces a foe that relies on asymmetrical warfare.
Trump is finally eyeing an exit from Iran. But will he take it?
New York Times: Many of the US President's original war goals remain unaccomplished.
Jenée Tibshraeny: Middle East conflict puts upward pressure on mortgage rates – for now
ANALYSIS: Will banks follow ANZ's lead and adjust their rates higher?
Punishing pack, Boyd bravado: What we learned from Warriors' win at Newcastle
The Warriors have started with a 3-0 record, for just the second time in their history.
Israel and the US are starting to show their different priorities in Iran
New York Times: After three weeks of war, the military allies' paths are diverging.
Inside Christopher Luxon’s Pacific trip: Michael Jones, visas, dancing, and what really happened with his matai title
Christopher Luxon travelled to the Pacific as a prime minister and returned a Samoan chief
Three years lost: What parents’ phone use is doing to their children in NZ
New research shows the huge impact parental cell phone use is having on our kids' brains.
Jenée Tibshraeny: What can the Govt really do to shield us from this oil shock?
ANALYSIS: Securing supply is the first line of defence.
Analysis: Willis hints at who'll get targeted fuel support – and who'll miss out
ANALYSIS: Nicola Willis has made her focus for support clear.