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Ballroom community seeks recognition as finger claps go mainstream.

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei's assets have risen from $631m in 2014 to $1.53b last year.

Samoa's elections are set for August 29 with six parties participating.

Cranes lifted statues from the depths as divers cheered on the shore.

Moa were dominant in NZ for 50 million years before humans arrived.

Buckingham Palace is now seen as 'Monarchy HQ', not a royal home.

OPINION: Also letters on religion and politics; cycle helmets; Palestinian state.

OPINION: Marsden Fund cuts saved $14 million, endangering history projects.

NY Times: They emerge when grass on buried ruins dries at a different rate to other areas.

The Herald previously reported the collection of specimens was at risk of disposal.

A regular visitor shares what tourists should really do.

Dennis Bell's remains were found in January by a Polish Antarctic expedition.

The two presidents will hold a high-stakes meeting in Alaska to discuss the Ukraine war.

Nathan Limm heads to the demilitarised zone between North and South Korea to find out.

New York Times: Some Japanese think that peace for peace’s sake is no longer enough.

New York Times: Triceratops was the last restoration project a couple worked on together.

There were survivors and they tried to rebuild their lives.

Phil Lamason talked a German firing squad into disobeying an order to shoot.

Only have two days to spare? Make the most of every hour with this guide.

Phil Gifford shares four Ranfurly Shield stories that resonate with him.

Some mice were more adept at seeking water after the gene change.

A close look at 12 sites around the CBD gives an insight into the state of the market.

Simpler times: Remember Sunday nights in the 80s watching this show?

Workers found the tomb underneath a street while installing gas pipes.

The Smithsonian says 'a future and updated exhibit will include all impeachments'.

It also offers a crucial outlet for young artists amid Bosnia's high unemployment.

Celebrating the milestone is bittersweet for Kim Pittar, who recognises retail challenges.

Save your pennies in these stunning destinations.

A century ago, the foundation stone was laid for the city's most ambitious civic project.