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Kiwis in Kabul: the nightmare of running a business in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan
Power cuts, exorbitant freight bills and endless problems jeopardise Kiwi Kabul business.
Latest from Christmas
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Powerball jackpot rolls over as three players win $333k in First Division
A total of 118 players shared $1.5m in Strike Three prizes as a must-be-won draw.
Mary Holm: How to create good spending habits and avoid keeping up with the Joneses
OPINION: It's important to understand the psychology of spending.
Police involved after women complain about public servant's post-Christmas party conduct
The staff member at the centre of the complaints has since resigned.
From Lavos to the world: How one kai maestro is putting hangi on the map
Rewi Spraggon is writing Aotearoa's Soul Food Hangi, due for release at Matariki.
Tears of gratitude: How Rotorua's generosity changed one family's Christmas
She made peace with having no presents or proper meal. The Christmas Appeal changed that.
Spearfishing champion warns: Ban bottom trawling or risk more fishery collapses
Darren Shields says the method risks Northland scallop collapses being repeated elsewhere.
'You are the difference': Community donates $265k for Tauranga foodbank
More than 3000 people have already received food thanks to donations from annual appeal.
Gordon Ramsay admits he was a ‘hot mess’ before speech at daughter Holly’s wedding
Tilly Ramsay helped ensure the speech was perfect, saying it 'made everybody cry'.
‘Ocean’s Eleven’ gang steals cash, gold from German bank over Christmas
The bank estimates losses at €30m, with some clients underinsured.
Paramedic struck off after lying about family illness to dodge work on Christmas
Facebook posts helped the woman's employer uncover the truth.
Huge response as hosts hand over the reins of Napier community Christmas dinner
'I’m here for Jim and Joanne. I needed a kick up the bum and they gave it to me.'
'Our goal was to save the Queen': Owner puts Lakeland Queen business on market
Owner Damon Hagaman spent $2.5m restoring the Lakeland Queen and its jetty.
Editorial: Dangerous drivers have no place on our roads
OPINION: Many aggressive motorists prowl the country's roads.
Reality star and dad clear the air after viral toy giveaway clash
“We’ve been sweet for a couple of days, but people are still hurt.”
'Greatest Christmas gift': White House press secretary expecting baby girl
She and husband Nicholas Riccio, 60, already have a son born in 2024.
Ladi6 shares powerful Christmas message after family car accident
Her whanau were hit on Christmas morning as they parked to go swimming.
'Cowardly attack': Public rush to help taxi driver assaulted on Christmas Day
Police are calling for more information.
US launches Christmas Day strikes on Isis targets in Nigeria
The attacks mark the first by US forces in Nigeria under President Donald Trump.
Head lifeguard in Christmas Day double rescue
An Ōpunakē surf lifeguard is credited with being part of two Christmas Day rescues.
Teen arrested after suspected Christmas Day shooting, police remain at two locations of interest
The 19-year-old is charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech
King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech. Video / AFP
NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025
NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025. King Charles delivers his annual Christmas message, stressing unity and peace. A 29 year-old man has handed himself in to Police.
Pope urges Russia, Ukraine dialogue in Christmas blessing
King Charles calls for 'compassion and reconciliation'.