![TRIPLE TRAGEDY](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/a/6/1/s/image.related.StuffSplash.300x400.19a4ap.11ys6n.png/1453196207335.jpg)
Third tragedy for fire victim
4 min ago Nikki Straton lost her dad to liver cancer, her home to fire and now, her mum has days to live.
'Serious misconduct'
![A Kiwi teacher, who has been teaching since 1974, has been censured for inappropriately touching a drunk student.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/6/y/f/o/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.19a57g.11ys6n.png/1453196207335.jpg)
9:18 PM Teacher says he was checking for "malformations" when he touched the genitals of home-stay student.
Shorty's tearful goodbye
After almost six years on NZ's longest-running drama, Wendy Cooper says farewell.
Nadal crashes out of Aussie Open
10:13 PM Spaniard Fernando Verdasco has upset former world No.1 in another five-set thriller.
World's oldest man dies
Yasutaro Koide died two months short of his 113th birthday.
Amy Schumer slams slut-shamer
But the wannabe film writer reeled disaster back in with the perfect apology.
Children with chlamydia
![**** colourful condoms, birth control 18/05/2006 62381 kevin stent SUNDAY STAR TIMES Auckland This is the property of the Sunday Star-Times](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/8/h/r/n/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.198f1f.11h8q4.png/1453196158788.jpg)
10:35 PM 465 children between ages of 10 and 14 were diagnosed with chlamydia in New Zealand in 2014.
Keeps career after shaking baby
9:05 PM Prospects intact for teacher convicted of shaking his six-month-old baby until his brain bled.
![A warrant for Kidman's arrest was issued after he absconded on Friday. The 35-year-old has a long criminal history, peppered with attempts to escape law enforcement.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/8/g/k/2/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.19a5w2.11h8q4.png/1453195845172.jpg)
Collins hits out at Kidman bail
9:59 PM On-the-run criminal Mathew Kidman removed electronic bracelet after being granted bail.
Mountain bike 'booby trap' claims
Conflict over plans to develop Karori Park sparks claims about logs placed on bike trails.
Woman falls off cliff with dog
![High-angle rescue in Mount Eliza.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/s/i/m/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199rp5.1082x1.png/1453193643921.jpg)
It could have gone so horribly wrong and Australian rescue teams still faced a tricky recovery.
Outrage after student's suicide
9:53 PM Student from "untouchable" caste who died after unfair treatment sparks protests in India.
![The shocking incident has fuelled calls in Australia for a crackdown on revenge porn.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/a/5/a/r/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.19a5bi.1082x1.png/1453193643921.jpg)
'I felt like a performing donkey'
Woman forced into sex with prostitute by abusive partner fuels calls for crackdown on revenge porn.
China's slowdown confirmed
![Growth of 6.9 per cent for 2015 as a whole was still the slowest in a quarter of a century.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/3/2/d/3/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.19a0c6.11jm2n.png/1453180068072.jpg)
The Asian giant expanded at the slowest pace in nearly seven years last quarter.
Sealord looks to more job cuts
Sealord Group says 60 Nelson jobs might go but it is in "solid financial shape''.
![FILE: BP has agreed with the US government and Gulf coast states to pay $18.7 billion over 18 years in compensation for the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - FEBRUARY 1: The sign for a BP filling station in Westminster on February 1, 2011 in London, England. BP has reported a loss for 2010 of 3.1bn GBP, this is the first time the oil giant has made an annual loss since 1992. This compares with a profit of 8.6bn GBP for BP in 2009. The dramatic difference can be largely attributed to the 25.3bn GBP set aside by the company for charges relation to the Gulf of Mexico oil spill last year. (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/i/3/y/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.199hiw.11jm2n.png/1453180068072.jpg)
Near-year lows for petrol
Slumping oil prices and increasing supply prompt BP to lower the price again.
Should you be more like Bill?
![The "Be like Bill" memes now have their own Facebook page which has more than 1.2 million likes.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/o/0/r/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199nss.zvl7t.png/1453165383473.jpg)
A meme that urges people to behave well online and in other situations is gaining popularity on social media.
Phone batteries aren't improving
The lithium-ion tech in a smartphone hasn't changed significantly since 1991.
![The idea is that your email and social media profiles can replace phone numbers as a point of contact.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/8/q/i/9/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.195qsc.zvl7t.png/1453159509894.jpg)
The death of phone numbers
The main reason for their impending death is social media and messaging apps.
Serena's yellow outfit panned
![We think Serena Williams looks great.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/4/5/p/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199scm.118kt5.png/1453172055694.jpg)
She's the best in the world at tennis, but Serena Williams can't escape online hate.
'Please don't send it back'
The coat didn't suit, but the company wanted her to pass it on to someone in need.
![Michelle Bridges is under fire yet again for controversial fitness advice for new mums.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/2/f/m/9/o/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.199e9r.118kt5.png/1453172055694.jpg)
Michelle Bridges under fire
The fitness star and new mum has caused outrage once again after sharing "irresponsible" post-natal workout advice.
Fitness tips from tennis pros
![Caroline Wozniacki likes working out with friends.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/7/u/0/3/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.197md1.118mbv.png/1453172029355.jpg)
If you're Caroline Wozniacki, there's nothing better than a post-workout chocolate milk.
Energy drinks to blame?
A teen is claiming her five-a-day energy drink habit caused her heart problems and miscarriages.
![The findings could help make poo transplant treatments cheaper and more widely available.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/6/d/v/h/n/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.199yd8.118mbv.png/1453172284290.jpg)
Frozen poo helpful too
Study finds frozen faecal transplants work as well as fresh ones, which could help make treatments cheaper.
A garden that thrives on drought
![Jo Wakelin decided not to fight the Big Dry in her Lake Dunstan garden - instead she's planted for it.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/f/3/s/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199e2o.118l16.png/1453172339921.jpg)
Should we change the conditions in our gardens to suit the plants – or choose the plants to suit the conditions?
Swap chores for a fortnight
Feel like you're stuck doing all the housework? Give the Chore Challenge a try.
![Peter Aitchison and the bare wooden fence that completely blocks the view of the Maida Vale Rd property's lower level.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/7/7/p/a/p/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.199ajv.118l16.png/1453178860436.jpg)
Fence 'a territorial violation'
Psychologist tells court view-blocking fence is an attempt "to communicate dominance and control".
Five fast and flash frozen treats
![Frozen Fruit & Coconut juice Ice Blocks. Food styling by Bernadette Hogg](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/k/x/8/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199kt3.118ols.png/1453172933988.jpg)
Keep your cool this summer with these quick and easy icy delights.
Cocktail wizard off to Caribbean
New Zealand champion Cameron Attfield is ready to take on the world in his speciality of mixing drinks.
Drought help extended
![North Canterbury farmers in the clutches of drought will learn soon of the latest support package.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/v/j/n/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199twy.11jq0k.png/1453176152521.jpg)
Government moves to extend drought assistance as farmers in parched South Island spots forced to cull stock.
Farmers welcome the rain
Drought-hit farmers enjoy more rain in the last three weeks than in the first five months of 2015.
Secret Rickman took to grave
![Alan Rickman will always have a place in Harry Potter fans' hearts.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/7/e/0/c/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.19a0o2.117jqz.png/1453175705669.jpg)
10:00 PM JK Rowling told Alan Rickman a Harry Potter secret to help him play Snape. She finally reveals what it was.
Colonoscopy tale another red chair hit
Wellington nurse who survived Graham Norton's red chair last year reckons the host just loves Kiwis.
![Multi-platform programme Checkpoint made its debut with new host John Campbell on January 18.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/7/e/b/9/w/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.19a1hw.117jqz.png/1453193923086.jpg)
Checkpoint ratings up in the air
How John Campbell's Checkpoint did on radio will be unknown for some time.
Aussie things that aren't Aussie
![Australia thinks it's the king of the world. Apparently, its not.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/4/b/2/4/b/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199u4f.108gna.png/1453169978794.jpg)
They've claimed sport and even the BBQ, but it's high time Australia got some customs of its own.
'A flight I will never forget'
As the plane dropped thousands of feet in very few seconds, we all thought we were going to die.
![Looking for ways to be a better traveller? These tips should help.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/8/0/3/w/i/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.199o47.108gna.png/1453169978794.jpg)
How to be a better traveller
Travelling often means spending time with strangers, so it pays to be nice.
Go back to the drawing board on flag
![10082015 News. Photo: supplied.
Silver Fern (Black,White & Blue) by Kyle Lockwood
Official long list - 40 New Zealand flag designs. These flags have been selected for further investigation by the Flag consideration panel as part of the design review process.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/8/y/d/4/1/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.19a3rq.11z3d7.png/1453179752430.jpg)
I want a new flag but cannot bring myself to vote for the option on offer.
I’m not trans because it’s popular
I’m transgender because this is how I was born. I didn’t get a choice in that.
![Darryn Mckenzie and the shrinking sausages](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/n/q/c/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.19a1rz.11z3d7.png/1453179752430.png)
Top 5 little sausages comments
"This could be the thing that shakes the working class from their torpor and inspires them to rise up as one."
Driving Ferrari's race circuit
![Ferrari's Fiorano test track at Maranello, Italy.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/u/k/3/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199uh9.11h2i3.png/1453168931293.jpg)
We take you inside the place where Ferrari trains all of its prancing horses.
Car world is changing - rapidly
OPINION: The four fundamentally profound changes in the car industry are not all on display in Detroit.
![Tata Motors launched its British made Jaguar XE in London.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/r/w/u/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.199rpz.11h2i3.png/1453168931293.jpg)
New boss for India's Tata
Ex-Airbus Group executive flies in to lead Indian car maker Tata Motors.
McCullum's ODI return delayed
Injured New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum is unlikely to feature next week.
![Jason Bergman says he is a better chance than his record suggests for his bout with Joseph Parker.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/a/4/i/3/image.related.StuffLandscapeThreeByTwo.300x200.19a3j9.11gn2s.png/1453185608724.jpg)
Parker's foe no journeyman
Jason Bergman's record only tells half the story as he looks to stun the world in Samoa.
The extreme ends of drug use
![Illegality doesn't stop New Zealanders trying drugs - but others are turning to a life of sobriety.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/0/0/k/8/5/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1899vu.11z40i.png/1453161581262.jpg)
A regular drug-user and a man who has gone sober explain their choices.
Tennis fixing 'three times' as bad
![Wimbledon may have been the scene of tennis match-fixing with Grand Slam champions implicated in the alleged scandal.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/o/z/0/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199mbw.11z40i.png/1453164018338.jpg)
Suspicious betting activity on tennis reported three times more than other sports combined, stats reveal.
Why fog halts NZ planes
![03082015 News Photo: Supplied/Bill Mannix
As an "original" plane spotter for 50 + years and an ex pilot I walk the airport perimeter walkway at least once every week and always carry my camera. Get some interesting aircraft and wildlife photos from time to time.
"Fog and low visibility caused delays for travellers at Nelson Airport on Sunday morning.
This Mt Cook Airline ATR no doubt with happy passengers made it in on runway 20, (landing towards the south) in rapidly fluctuating conditions".](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/8/g/2/q/w/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.198r6y.11z40i.png/1453164067268.jpg)
The technology exists to land in a pea-souper - but it's cheaper to airlines to change course.
Life with the world's strictest mum
![Amy Chua, far left, is a Yale law professor whose book on child-rearing became a best-seller.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/8/f/h/5/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.198f02.11z40i.png/1453073819864.jpg)
Two women raised by 'Tiger Mum' Amy Chua speak out about their childhood.
Chastity belt emergency
![An Italian woman lost the key to her chastity belt.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/m/m/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199lce.png/1453160187879.jpg)
Firefighters thought the woman needed a key for her house. But it was for her pants.
Man 'forgets' wife at petrol station
![A man got into hot soup when he only realised he forgot his wife at the petrol station some one hour later.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/9/3/r/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.19994c.png/1453190081735.jpg)
A man who made a gas stop in Brazil only realised he left his wife behind 96km later. She wasn't happy.
Meet the new kitten on the beat
![Constable Wesley Dabb of Counties Manukau Police with Molly the kitten, who was found in a bag of old clothing.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/8/h/m/z/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.198hcl.png/1453068938772.jpg)
Molly the kitten is hitting it off with the officers at Manurewa Police Station.
DIY kids' games for the backyard
![Cooling, fun and practically free - a classic summer backyard game.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/9/n/k/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199n40.139f1a.png/1453173143454.jpg)
Summer fun can be cheap and easy - try these two classic lawn games.
Blog: Spitting image of Daddy
![My wonder girls just after birth.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/7/o/p/a/j/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199uoj.139f1a.png/1453172871926.jpg)
When I look at my twins I sometimes ask myself: “Was I just the vessel?”
Michelle Bridges under fire
![Michelle Bridges is under fire yet again for controversial fitness advice for new mums.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/2/f/m/9/o/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.199e9r.139f1a.png/1453172871926.jpg)
The fitness star and new mum has caused outrage once again after sharing "irresponsible" post-natal workout advice.
Living the dream in Melbourne
![Emerald Mcgill says artists looking for opportunities will find them all in Melbourne.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/4/f/e/d/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.192iru.png/1452806922182.jpg)
Kiwi rapper Emerald Mcgill lives in the colourful suburb of Brunswick, Melbourne.
Travelling in the European Union
![The picturesque village of Manarola in Cinque Terre, Italy.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/4/g/z/a/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.194gdj.png/1452807160933.jpg)
Heading off on an overseas adventure? Email all your travel questions to us.
Your summer escape
![Gabby Rogers had a great time on a honeymoon in Stewart Island.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/9/1/h/6/s/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.195610.png/1453077709662.jpg)
We asked you to tell us about your favourite summer. These are our picks for the best.
Haters gon' hate, Jetstar thrives
![Jetstar asked this passenger how many weeks pregnant she was. She wasn't.](/web/20160119100200im_/http://www.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/7/p/s/b/t/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.18xbv4.png/1452845070495.jpg)
All you keyboard warriors out there, don't think your complaints are going to bring down the airline.