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Fighting chance

Is it wise for women to fight back if they’re being assaulted? The old advice suggested resistance was futile, and even harmful, but research out this

The trolls and tribulations of social media

By Nicky Pellegrino in Social Issues

For all its power in connecting people, social media can be destructive – and New Zealand has its own problems.

Moments of truth from World War I

By Jane Tolerton in Historical

Attempts to uncover the real stories behind three World War I tales have produced surprising results.

Christchurch's game of zones

By Sally Blundell in Current Affairs

The future of a 630ha corridor of land in Christchurch’s red zone hangs in the balance.

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Win a double pass to the Doc Edge Festival

By The Listener

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Clapping for Clark

By The Listener

Current Affairs

Facebook, you and your data

By Peter Griffin

Facebook uses Kiwis’ data and invades our newsfeeds with adverts, yet is still considered the most user-friendly social network.

Commentary

Clapping for Clark

By The Listener

A strange thing happens in domestic politics when a Kiwi runs for international office.

Culture

The North Water - review

By Chris Else

A nasty, brutish tale about an Arctic whaler is redeemed by wit and insight.

Books

Book Reviews

The Portable Veblen - review

By Charlotte Grimshaw

Elizabeth McKenzie’s new novel is mad, chaotic, whimsical and occasionally very funny.

Lifestyle

Never mind the ethics

By Bill Ralston

A casual racism underlies the 60 Minutes plan to kidnap two children in Lebanon.

Entertainment

Crossword 974 answers and explanations

By David Tossman

A trap avoided

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Win a double pass to the Doc Edge Festival

By The Listener

The Listener is offering readers the chance to win a double pass to attend 10 films at the Doc Edge Festival in the city of their choice, Auckland or Wellington.