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Fallen cop remembered video

9:54 PM  Colleagues of one of the US police officers shot dead in an attack are devastated.

Live: Police shootings

Dallas police and residents stand near the scene where four police officers were shot and killed.

10:01 PM  Snipers planned to kill as many officers as possible at a US protest where five died, Dallas police say.

Live: Chiefs v Reds

10:51 PM  It's one way traffic in Brisbane with the Chiefs way out in front in the second half.

Woman saved from trolley bay

A man pulled her out of harm's way as a trolley bay fell and crashed into her car.

Blues blow away Brumbies video

10:57 PM  Blues turn on stunning first 20 minutes to blow Brumbies away 40-15 at Eden Park.

Community mourns youth leader

Sam Lavea had a cheeky grin that made everyone around him feel comfortable.

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national

$30 million P haul doesn't gel

Four thousand handbags were delivered in the shipment.

The drugs were hidden inside silica gel sachets and stuffed into 4000 handbags.

Lawyer's actions 'appalling'

Auckland lawyer took $10K from a family trust, then disappeared overseas, Law Society says.

The man is said to be conscious following an accident involving a forklift.

Airbags used to free man

A man pinned by a forklift is being rescued by North Shore firefighters.

Video

Five police shot dead in Dallas

Snipers shot 12 police officers and two civilians at a protest over the killings of two black men in the US.

world

'This is not just a black issue' video

US President Barack Obama: "This is not just a black issue."

US President Barack Obama says shootings of black men "should concern us all".

Syrian cease-fire violated video

Truce in place but government forces and rebels clash, threatening a main supply route.

FBI Director James Comey explains the recommendation not to charge presumptive US Democratic Party presidential nominee ...

FBI Director scrutinised video

Questioned by US Republicans about conclusions of recent Hillary Clinton e-mail inquiry.

business

Live: 'Housing market has to cool'

Place to live.

An Auckland City house made $320 today - more than many workers. Is that fair?

Mazda recalls 35,000 vehicles

Ignition switches could cause fires in a range of models dating from 1988 to 2005

A hike in lending limits may be shrugged off by experienced property investors.

Can investors take a hit?

Property investors not expected to change their ways if lending limits get tighter.

technology

Catching Pokemon in New Zealand

New Zealanders are first in the world to play the Pokemon Go 'augmented reality' game.

Over there! Was that a Charizard hiding behind that lamp-post?

Snapchat attractive to parents

One of the reasons that parents took so long to figure out Snapchat was that it is ephemeral. Not any more.

Did you know you can use Facebook to search for unsaved mobile numbers?

Who's texting you?

What do you do when an unsaved number calls your mobile? Search Facebook?

life & style

Which parent gets the sleep in?

Is a sleep in more important for mum or dad?

10:00 PM  Science has come up with a solution to end any arguments over who gets to sleep in during the morning.

Instagram dance trend danger

#TiltTuesday and the crazy contortions placing dancers at risk.

Brazilian models Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio in the 2014 Victoria's Secret Fantasy Bras.

A taste of Brazil in beauty

The beauty industry embraces Brazil ahead of next month's Rio Olympics.

well & good

Souping the new juicing?

Keen on a cleanse? Perhaps you want to try souping this Winter.

Souping is a softer approach to a 'cleanse' and, with its warm broths and thick soups, perfect for winter.

Do we get fatter in winter?

Is there any reason for this, other than the typical hypothesis that we exercise less and eat more?

"Many people are so bewildered by my refusal to drink that they can't comprehend the possibility that there isn't a ...

Non-drinker in a boozy country

"My dream is that non-drinkers will be considered just as boring as their drinking friends."

home & property

NZ Home series right on track

Architect Ken Crosson (left) and Goran Paladin hit the road in a classic Jag in the new TVNZ series The New Zealand Home.

Take two blokes, pop them in a classic Jag and send them out to look at houses - it's great stuff.

Move over, Willy Wonka

Nestle's new open home in Switzerland offers kids a new take on the Willy Wonker story.

Sunrise on the shores of Lake Maraetai.

Let's move to... Mangakino

We look at Mangakino, the little central North Island town where you can still buy a do-up home for under $100,000.

food & wine

Bargain Box live up to hype? video

A healthy take on fish and chips from Nadia Lim's new meal-delivery service Bargain Box.

My first thought - that's a lot of N's in one week. My second was, that's a lot of carbs.

Pasta won't make you fat

Researchers have found that eating pasta is linked to being slimmer.

How to drink at a bar

Protein vs carbs?

nz farmer

Indonesia trade stalls

Indonesia has the potential to be a much bigger trade partner for New Zealand.

NZ's trade with Indonesia has slowed in recent years as the country tries to become more self-sufficient.

Big turnout at Del Boy's sale

Born and bred in Kaikoura, 'Del Boy' Dalzell moved to Okaramio in 1999 to house a growing rural machinery collection.

Spud pest has a new enemy

Freedom of choice for GM

entertainment

Some roles Zoe will not take

Zoe Saldana will star in the <i>Guardians of the Galaxy</i>.

If it doesn't further gender and racial equality in Hollywood, she's not signing on.

Sticky TV host's bucket list

"It's awesome, meeting the kids and seeing their faces is pretty cool," says 21-year-old Sticky TV host Jahmaine Paki.

Chariots of Fire - one of the few sports movies to win audience acclaim and an Oscar for best picture.

The 1stXV of sports movies video

From Caddyshack to Chariots - a selection of best sporting tales at the movies.

travel

Top travel pics of the week gallery

A woman takes a photograph of goldfish swimming in a tank at the "Art Aquarium 2016" exhibition at the Nihonbashi Mitsui ...

Here is our round up of the top travel photos from around the world.

Life-changing journey in NZ

Group of friends say they are dedicated to sharing the beauty of New Zealand with others.

A resident of the English village took this photo from her window.

Besieged by tourists, why?

Camera-wielding tourists have been flocking to a rural English village... but no one knows why.

stuff nation

'Random acts of hate' at school stuff nation

8873627 - angry bully, bullying a young sad boy near a rock wall.

I should be able to go to school and not burst into tears when I get home. And all I want is a friend to help me.

National teams just a 'brand'? stuff nation

Is representing your country just another contract to negotiate? Is there extra value over a contract elsewhere?

"He was handsome, sweet and seemed like he truly understood me. And then he isolated me from my friends and family and ...

'I'm a narcissistic abuse victim' stuff nation

He seemed like he truly understood me. And then he isolated me from everyone.

motoring

The car no-one can drive

This ultra low-mileage, mint condition 1958 Studebaker Champion was bought as a honeymoon gift - but the wedding never ...

A mint condition 1958 Studebaker has just 74 miles on the clock - and is likely to stay that way.

Supercars with sordid past sold

Luxury vehicles and supercars previously owned by a notorius drug kingpin sold for millions.

Toyota 86 is a proper sports car. Properly underappreciated as well.

Top cars that Kiwis don't like

Good cars don't always win... sales. We pick the models in NZ that people just refuse to buy.

sport

Mark Hunt's 'hardcore' path video

Kiwi UFC fighter Mark Hunt.

Beaten as a child and a youth spent stealing cars and brawling, this Kiwi has now risen to the top.

All Whites' cup road mapped

New Caledonia and Fiji first obstacles for All Whites.

Maria Tutaia shoots over Vangelee Williams in the Netball World Cup match between the Silver Ferns and Jamaica last year.

Savory: Netball scrap brewing

 Can New Zealand netball fend off a likely Australian raid for elite players?

good reads

An insight into Iraq stuff nation

Steve Allinson uses a satellite phone while working in Iraq as a UN weapons inspector.

He was there in 2003 looking for WMDs. Now he's opened up about his time on the ground.

Life's not meant to be in fast forward

Watching a good film or TV programme in fast-forward would be like eating your favourite food via a stomach tube that ...

OPINION: Watching a good film in fast-forward would be like eating your favourite food via a stomach tube.

Generations at war

Soldiers  march to Wellington to  embark on ships heading to the front in World War 1.

OPINION: Spanking, hidings, parents damaged by war - Boomers suffered for their golden age.

Labour's gift from heaven

"It's hard to see how Labour could have been given a better 100th birthday present."

OPINION: The Government's ham-fisted handling of housing crisis means the political gods are finally smiling on Labour.

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oddstuff

Taika Waititi: 'Thanks a lot, Thor'

Taika Waitit tweeted this image of Thor's hammer Mjolnir preventing him from using the toilet.

One of the hazards of working with the legendary god of thunder.

Bones found on roads

West Auckland residents want to know who is leaving large, bloodied animal bones in the street.

A hungry troll, or something more sinister? Auckland residents are mystified. And so are we.

Wanted: Sitter for a 'loving' goat video

Look at that little goaty face - who wouldn't want to take him home?

Comes with a house, chain and tether if that helps temp you.

Kiwi military socks it to 'em

To many people a sock is just a sock but get the Defence Force involved and the humble socks become so much more.

Nothing is left to chance in the military precision of the Defence Force - even sock specifications.

Parenting

Coping with miscarriage

Pregnancy loss can be a solitary and lonely grief, and sadly, the subject is still taboo.

Experiencing a miscarriage can be isolating, here are six ways to help soften the grief.

New mum's nappy reveals truth

Amanda Bacon stands proud wearing nothing but a giant nappy.

Wearing a giant nappy, Amanda Bacon wanted to show how real motherhood can be.

Breastfeed shaming... a toddler

The images of Charlotte that started it all.

Debate sparked after two-year-old Charlotte decided to breastfeed her 'baby'.

Does womb scratching work?

International trials are now under way to investigate whether the procedure might be worth considering for women ...

Proceed with caution, but according to research it may double the chances of a successful birth.

kiwi traveller

Wanderluster of the week video

Laurent is a self-taught drone photographer.

Laurent Youmndingouetmoun, also known as Youmi, has mastered the art of drone photography.

The 'rich diversity' of Kuala Lumpur

The iconic Petronas Towers in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

A fascination with Southeast Asia saw Aucklander Dan Bidois make the move to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Where to go in Argentina?

The Iguazu Falls form a border between Argentina and Brazil.

Heading off on an overseas adventure? Send us your questions, and we'll put them to the experts.

Win! Readers' pics of the week

For Smugshot. Pouakai Circuit, Mt Taranaki: This has been one of the best tramps I have ever done as it passes through ...

Do you have a holiday snap that you'd like to share with the world?