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Breaking: Prince Andrew to be stripped of title

Breaking: Prince Andrew to be stripped of all titles. Video / Herald Now

Cirque Du Soleil's Corteo: A look at the life of a circus performer

Herald entertainment journalist Mitchell Hageman attempts the Cyr wheel with expert Justin Buss. Video / Cameron Pitney

Shortland Street: Contagion – Trailer

A deadly new virus is taking over Ferndale. Video / South Pacific Pictures

An on-set interview with The Chase NZ host Paul Henry

Paul Henry chats about how viewers will see a different side of him on The Chase New Zealand. Video / Mitchell Hageman

Kiwis vs Tonga: Hawaiian-Tongan superstar Josh Tatofi to sing live at game

His recent South Pacific tour sold out in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.

Can NZ singer Cassie Henderson make history on The Voice Australia?

She's won an NZ Music Award, now the Kiwi singer could steal the Aussie crown.

Immigration NZ apologises after top DJ denied boarding in Chile

The Argentine DJ was denied boarding in Santiago for his Auckland show.

Te reo waiata and Christchurch artists win big at the 2025 Apra Silver Scroll Awards

The 60th edition of the music prizes were awarded in Christchurch on Wednesday night.

From SNL to self-sufficient: Why Kate McKinnon left city life behind

Saturday Night Live star says her woodworking hobby runs in the family’s creative line.

Can NZ singer Cassie Henderson make history on The Voice Australia?

She's won an NZ Music Award, now the Kiwi singer could steal the Aussie crown.

Shock as popular Shortland Street star is killed off

Fans flooded social media after Cleo Atwell’s unexpected death in Wednesday's episode.

Letters: Cabinet arrogance and ‘high trust’ politics draw fire

OPINION: A reader responds to Brooke van Velden’s attitude toward public consultation.

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Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Beloved Fawlty Towers star dies

She continued living with dementia after her retirement in 2014.

Game on: Cyril to spin DJ set at Fox’s celebrity golf event

Ryan Fox’s charity event returns to Royal Auckland and Grange on December 12.

'I'm just so grateful': Jessie J opens up after cancer surgery setback

She had cancelled US tour dates to recover before the operation was postponed.

If I Had Legs I’d Kick You is the feel-bad movie of the year

Rose Byrne delivers her most raw, unsettling performance yet.

Kiwis spend $400 a year on TV subscriptions. It turns out we don't need to

There are hundreds of hidden gems that you can stream for free.

Diddy’s sentence cut: Music mogul set to be released from prison early

The release date takes good behaviour into account and reflects time already served.

Who’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across Aotearoa

Grammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.

Coldplay's Chris Martin reportedly dating Game of Thrones star

The pair were reportedly seen on a date just a week after Sophie Turner’s last breakup.

How a busy mum of two slashed her weekly grocery bill

In the lead-up to Christmas, an extra $44 per week can mean a lot.

Sponsored: Big ideas for tiny bathrooms

Temperature, air flow and humidity are key factors in any bathroom reno.

Sponsored: Pastels evolution - from sweet to grown up

Mix and match colours to create drama and personality.

You’re probably paying far too much to invest and trade – Tiger Brokers

Some platforms charge more, leaving Kiwi investors short.