Pet-owning renter describes tough choice as rescue reports more dumping

Animal rescue reports big rise in pet surrender applications and dumping at shelters.

Red meat: Alliance farmers say capital request comes at ‘tough time’ for sector

It's the first time Alliance has asked farmers for capital in 32 years.

Hinewai Ormsby: Tough decisions are inevitable in regional council plan, the only question is which ones to make

OPINION: Taxes go up, and rates have remained stable. That's how it's been for 100 years.

Awa Puna tells Scotty Stevenson about coming out as trans: ‘Accepting myself saved me’

Awa Puna tells The Upside podcast about expressing her identity through filmmaking.

Recession: Farmers taking on off-farm work or relying on partner’s income to survive

Meat and wool farmers: 'There’s a feeling now that this is about as bad as it can get.'

Shop local key focus of new Northland food store, in the wake of EU restrictions

Origin Northland in Waipu sells food products with the lowest possible food miles.

New Zealand v Pakistan: Second-string Black Caps hoping to press case for places at T20 World Cup

The five-match T20 series with Pakistan is New Zealand's last before naming their squad.

Depth makes for tough selection calls for Napier City Rovers coach

Form, eligibility rules and depth of quality make for tough selection calls for coach.

Be restrained or go ‘crazy’? Israel faces tough choices after Iran attack

Financial Times: Diplomat still in the dark as to what form the response might take.

Masters 2024: Ryan Fox weathers back nine storm to stay in contention and make weekend’s play

'It’s been a pretty rough ride lately and I tried to enjoy it as much as I could out there

Coroner calls for national standard on track grades and signage after mountain biker’s death in Rotorua

'He died doing what he loved, with the people he loved.'

Blues’ new approach under Vern Cotter to be tested with tough Super Rugby run ahead: Gregor Paul

OPINION: Vern Cotter looked at seasons gone by and said 'never again'.

Invercargill youth crime on the rise, sparking public meeting and tough talk from mayor

Some youngsters feel "bulletproof", mayor says.

Families doing it tough after government cuts funding to food bank

There's been an avalanche of demand for kai, but not enough money coming in to help.

Hamilton and Waikato Tourism in line for funding cuts as councils seek to reduce contributions

Several local councils proposed major funding cuts for the regional body.

Restored to No. 1 ranking, Purdue takes aim at Jacksonville

(Photo credit: Alex Martin/Journal and Courier / USA TODAY NETWORK) Back atop the polls after a resounding victory over the previous No. 1 team in the country, Purdue aims to stay in the top spot for a while. Fresh off a 92-84 defeat of Arizona...

Sens hope coaching change pays off vs. Coyotes

(Photo credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports) The Ottawa Senators took the long-expected step of firing coach D.J. Smith on the eve of Tuesday's meeting with the Arizona Coyotes in Tempe, Ariz. With Ottawa's season at a tipping point,...

Capitals aim to locate offense in return home vs. Stars

(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) The Washington Capitals will look to rediscover their winning ways on Thursday night when they host the Dallas Stars. The Capitals concluded a five-game trip with a 4-1 setback to the Vegas Golden...

Ducks lug seven-game skid into matchup with Caps

(Photo credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports) The Anaheim Ducks will try to snap a seven-game losing streak when they open a two-game homestand Thursday night against the Washington Capitals. The Ducks flew out of the gate with an impressive 9-6-0...

Lightning out to jump start offense vs. Penguins

(Photo credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports) The Tampa Bay Lightning return from a mediocre three-game road trip with their prolific offense suddenly unrecognizable after its best goal output of the season. The Atlantic Division club will play...

No. 17 Alabama puts high-scoring ways up against Ohio State

(Photo credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports) Alabama and Ohio State are anxious for their next challenges when they meet at the Emerald Coast Classic in Destin, Fla., on Friday. For the No. 17 Crimson Tide (4-0), wins against Morehead State,...