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I was a bad father – how do I live with the regret?
New York Times: When obsessing over the past is taking over your life.
Dinner decisions: Why chickpeas are a must-have in your diet
NY Times: These legumes are a good way to incorporate more plants into your diet.
Society Insider: How Sally Ridge’s 21yo son struck supermarket mega-deal; billionaire Jillian Friedlander on beating cancer
Plus, Queenstown's new luxury car show, and the $8 million Ferrari set to be on show.
Why some parents are reviving landlines for children
Want to avoid the pitfalls of smartphones and social media? Home phones might help.
Is fake meat better for you than real meat?
New York Times: Fake meat is plant-based but ultra-processed – so is it any healthier?
The health benefits of honey – and how to spot the fake stuff
Is honey healthier than sugar? Is expensive better? Here's what the experts say.
Royals
‘We are not affiliated’: Meghan Markle’s relaunched lifestyle venture disputed by NY clothing brand
Mark Kolski, its founder, vowed to 'continue As Ever'.
Meghan’s surprise announcement after failed lifestyle brand
Meghan Markle has revealed her next move ahead of the release of her Netflix show.
Little artists: Princess Kate and children draw each other, but who’s who?
Artworks by the Princess and her three children reveal a creative eye in the royal family.
‘Missing my Valentine’: Meghan shares gushing tribute for Harry in rare post
Meghan used the public display of affection to renew her pledge to Harry that 'love wins'.
When Harry met Richie: Prince and All Black great bond at Invictus Games
Richie McCaw has been a supporter of the Invictus Games for years.
Awkward moment Harry refuses to sign copy of Spare
The awkward encounter has gone viral after being caught on camera.
Relationships
Cringeworthy game of footsie threatens to derail Mafs
OPINION: A make-or-break moment could be coming for some couples.
How to bridge the gap between mismatched libidos in a relationship
Authentic communication about desires and fears is essential for partners.
What falling in love does to your body
Telegraph: A biological anthropologist reveals how love affects us.
Meghan’s surprise announcement after failed lifestyle brand
Meghan Markle has revealed her next move ahead of the release of her Netflix show.
30 kids and counting: Serial sperm donor says he doesn’t have a god complex
Telegraph: Aussie Adam Hooper says he's in it for 'completely altruistic' reasons.
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Quiet luxury is dead. What will follow?
If the styles at New York Fashion Week were any indication, extravagance and exaggeration.
Make the most of a summer vegetable haul with this homemade eggplant dip
Forget store-bought dip. Wow your guests with this flavourful homemade version.
Every ‘Saturday Night,’ the stars smile For her
Photographer Mary Ellen Matthews could teach a masterclass in celebrity image-making.
Where to go for great vegetarian restaurants in Auckland
There are plenty of plant-based eateries to suit a range of preferences.
This deconstructed wonton soup is brilliant for busy weeknights
Savour the flavours of wonton soup in a fraction of the time.
What makeup artists wish you knew about wedding day makeup etiquette
Upset with your bridal look? Here’s how to tell your makeup artist without offending them.
Food & Drink
Is kimchi ice cream the cool new food trend?
From celery to cheese and crackers, savoury ice creams are the new food fashion.
Soba to spaghetti: Why chilled noodles are the perfect summer meal
Cool down with flavour-packed chilled noodle dishes – easy, versatile and delicious.
Cold brew, hot summer: How to make the perfect iced coffee at home
Beat the heat with DIY iced coffee.
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Opinion: How social media gave rise to fraudulent wellness influencers like Belle Gibson
OPINION: Her story is only the tip of the iceberg of influencers exploiting health trends.
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