ANALYSIS: It might base its view on US Vice-President JD Vance’s assurance that President Trump isn’t as dumb as previous presidents.
ANALYSIS: Speculation is not going to die while the National Party’s polling is dismal.
ANALYSIS: The US has a chequered history in Iran, let alone the wider region, and offers little reassurance that its current military action is well-considered.
ANALYSIS: This year’s election campaign might get ugly.
ANALYSIS: It remains to be seen whether they can they put politics aside and at least agree on the approach the plan recommends.
ANALYSIS: If changes are not made, public disenchantment is likely to get worse.
ANALYSIS: Extreme weather events have already cost the Crown $50 billion over the past decade, says Simon Watts.
ANALYSIS: Governments face problems trying to save money for a rainy day, when rainy days come so often.
ANALYSIS: New Zealand has largely remained silent, but for how long?
ANALYSIS: The speeches begin next week, with Parliament resuming sitting the week after.