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First ladies have used soft power for years. Melania Trump and Olena Zelenska's peace letters are exactly that

20 August 2025

Throughout history, first ladies have been designated with traditional female roles. But they also have a long tradition of speaking out on key political issues.

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The Reserve Bank Governor reckons we're turning a corner
	20 Aug: The Reserve Bank Governor reckons we're turning a corner... more

David Lynch has been remembered for being "hysterically funny"
	20 Aug: The legendary filmmaker behind Twin Peaks died aged 78 in January after years of battling breathing issues linked to his chain smoking, and had been slated to join a touring panel show featuring the cast of his famous television show before his death... more

A 22-year-old Nelson man's pleaded to guilty to 50 charges relating to possessing and sharing extremely graphic material
	20 Aug: A 22-year-old Nelson man's pleaded to guilty to 50 charges relating to possessing and sharing extremely graphic material... more

Rory McIlroy is welcoming the chance to play for golf's FedEx Cup but reckons world number one Scottie Scheffler might be hard done-by by format changes
	20 Aug: Rory McIlroy is welcoming the chance to play for golf's FedEx Cup but reckons world number one Scottie Scheffler might be hard done-by by format changes... more

Michelle Yeoh has promised fans new musical treats are on the way in Wicked: For Good
	20 Aug: The 63-year-old actress plays Madame Morrible in the sequel to the hit witch movie, and has now hinted it will feature new songs... more

Former All Black Leicester Fainga'anuku has been sidelined from Tasman's NPC game against Harbour on Auckland's North Shore on Saturday
	20 Aug: Former All Black Leicester Fainga'anuku has been sidelined from Tasman's NPC game against Harbour on Auckland's North Shore on Saturday... more

Josh Duhamel says getting together with his wife Audra Mari was "very lucky"
	20 Aug: The 52-year-old actor married the 31-year-old model in 2022 in Fargo, North Dakota, after dating for approximately three years, and he has now paid an emotional tribute to his partner... more

Calling me home: how a Matariki anthem wrote a new chapter in the story of Maori country music
	20 Aug: Ever since country music spread from the US, Maori have related to its themes of longing, land, love and community. A Matariki mashup played all the right notes.... more

The Reserve Bank is signalling further OCR cuts - but making no promises
	20 Aug: The Reserve Bank is signalling further OCR cuts - but making no promises... more

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Former All Black Leicester Fainga'anuku has been sidelined from Tasman's NPC game against Harbour on Auckland's North Shore on Saturday More...

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International:
First ladies have used soft power for years. Melania Trump and Olena Zelenska's peace letters are exactly that 18:47

Entertainment:
David Lynch has been remembered for being "hysterically funny" 18:42

Business:
The Reserve Bank Governor reckons we're turning a corner 18:37

Entertainment:
Michelle Yeoh has promised fans new musical treats are on the way in Wicked: For Good 18:12

Law and Order:
A 22-year-old Nelson man's pleaded to guilty to 50 charges relating to possessing and sharing extremely graphic material 18:07

Entertainment:
Josh Duhamel says getting together with his wife Audra Mari was "very lucky" 17:42

Golf:
Rory McIlroy is welcoming the chance to play for golf's FedEx Cup but reckons world number one Scottie Scheffler might be hard done-by by format changes 17:27

Rugby:
Former All Black Leicester Fainga'anuku has been sidelined from Tasman's NPC game against Harbour on Auckland's North Shore on Saturday 17:27

Entertainment:
Russell Crowe has opened up about his assault arrest in 2005 17:12

Business:
The Reserve Bank is signalling further OCR cuts - but making no promises 16:57

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