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Hannah McQueen: 'I feel like I failed him' - the difficult reality of putting a partner into a rest home

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What doctors want you to know about cannabis and health

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Always sleep with two pillows? Study finds it could be bad for your eyes

Some 100,000 New Zealanders have glaucoma, but only about half know they have it.

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The best places to eat in the Bay of Plenty

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Advice: I’m unhappily single. Do I have to attend my friend’s wedding?

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Viva Beauty Awards 2026: Meet the finalists and vote for your favourites now

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'I was afraid to sleep': Parents who see themselves in the Reiner family tragedy

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'It's a pet peeve of my fiancee': All Black Will Jordan's morning routine gets off to a divisive start

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NZTrio opens Dreamscape series with dazzling journey through sound and memory

NZTrio opens Dreamscape series with dazzling journey through sound and memory

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She didn’t want to live with advanced dementia. So why was she being kept alive?

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11 May 06:00 AM

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Rod Stewart praises King for putting 'little ratbag' Trump in his place

Rod Stewart praises King for putting 'little ratbag' Trump in his place

Stewart has previously attacked Trump over comments about UK troops in Afghanistan.

12 May 07:54 AM

Royal author defends claim Fergie enjoyed ‘friends with benefits’ relationship with Sean Combs

Royal author defends claim Fergie enjoyed ‘friends with benefits’ relationship with Sean Combs

Andrew Lownie says his claims are backed by former staff of both parties.

10 May 10:17 PM

The Duchess and Diddy: Sarah Ferguson had affair with rapper, biographer claims

The Duchess and Diddy: Sarah Ferguson had affair with rapper, biographer claims

A new book says Combs bragged about being 'friends with benefits' with the then duchess.

08 May 11:36 PM

Prince William's wild celebration as club books European final spot

Prince William's wild celebration as club books European final spot

The royal was seen cheering and hugging fellow fans when his beloved team won.

08 May 06:00 AM

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 'chased' by balaclava-clad man near new home

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 'chased' by balaclava-clad man near new home

The former prince fled in his car as the suspect tried to chase him.

07 May 06:38 PM

Donald Trump hails Charles as 'the greatest king, in my book' in royal charm offensive

Donald Trump hails Charles as 'the greatest king, in my book' in royal charm offensive

Charles’ state visit has gone a long way to rekindle the nations' 'special relationship'.

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Advice: I’m unhappily single. Do I have to attend my friend’s wedding?

Advice: I’m unhappily single. Do I have to attend my friend’s wedding?

NYT: Therapist Lori Gottlieb advises a reader who loves her friend but loathes weddings.

12 May 06:00 AM

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My husband left me for a man. It was a uniquely painful betrayal

My husband left me for a man. It was a uniquely painful betrayal

07 May 06:00 PM

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I was unhappy in my marriage – until we agreed I could sleep with other people

I was unhappy in my marriage – until we agreed I could sleep with other people

06 May 07:00 PM

Tom Holland and Zendaya share surprising hobby

Tom Holland and Zendaya share surprising hobby

06 May 12:54 AM

'He wasn't my type, I wasn't his. Hours later, we fell for each other hard'

'He wasn't my type, I wasn't his. Hours later, we fell for each other hard'

04 May 02:00 AM

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These are the signs of cheating only a relationship therapist can spot

These are the signs of cheating only a relationship therapist can spot

03 May 03:28 AM

Fake names to secret stashes: Art and Matilda Green share reality TV secrets

Fake names to secret stashes: Art and Matilda Green share reality TV secrets

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Viva Beauty Awards 2026: Meet the finalists and vote for your favourites now

Viva Beauty Awards 2026: Meet the finalists and vote for your favourites now

Our judges have decided the finalists across 35 categories, now it’s over to you to vote.

12 May 06:00 PM

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'I remember we did that crazy thing': New Zealand's biggest moments at Australian Fashion Week

'I remember we did that crazy thing': New Zealand's biggest moments at Australian Fashion Week

From Cate Blanchett sitting front row to shows that spotlighted formative histories.

12 May 05:00 AM

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Angela Casley recipe collection: Simple family feasts everyone will want to eat

Angela Casley recipe collection: Simple family feasts everyone will want to eat

Ease into the week with these simple recipes for delicious dinners.

11 May 05:00 AM

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Jesse Mulligan: I asked hospo staff what annoys them most about customers. Here are their top five complaints

Jesse Mulligan: I asked hospo staff what annoys them most about customers. Here are their top five complaints

Are you guilty of these mistakes when you visit restaurants, bars and cafes?

11 May 12:00 AM

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Viva shopping guide: Your street style outfit needs a great band T-shirt

Viva shopping guide: Your street style outfit needs a great band T-shirt

Celebrate NZ Music Month in style. Plus, tracks to listen to while you do.

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'I'm proud of my wrinkles... I've earned them': Supermodel Twiggy on ageing, injectables, and why she's not ready to retire

'I'm proud of my wrinkles... I've earned them': Supermodel Twiggy on ageing, injectables, and why she's not ready to retire

The UK model's illustrious career is immortalised on-screen in Sadie Frost's documentary.

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US move to cut beef tariffs may not be a win for local farmers

US move to cut beef tariffs may not be a win for local farmers

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How to feel like a celebrity without being one: My time at a postcard Fiji island resort

How to feel like a celebrity without being one: My time at a postcard Fiji island resort

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Dessert shop owner calls for wholesalers to step up as butter prices spike again

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