A multimillion-dollar stage adaptation of Spider-Man has been plagued by broken limbs, stage collapses and walkouts. Critics have branded it a joke. But even before it's opened it's already breaking box-office records.

Rebecca Barry talks to Kiwi opera singer Kristen Darragh about her drive to perform around the world.

For women of a certain (or uncertain) age, remembering nothing is not difficult. Remembering something is more problematic. Thus, women of a certain age will be enchanted by Nora Ephron's take on memory, or lack of it.

Auckland's dining scene is about to become a whole lot more exciting with the addition of three new eateries, created and led by hospitality expert Brendan Turner.

Actress Josephine Stewart-Tewhiu draws wardrobe inspiration from the past.

The good ol' cuppa is riding a new wave of popularity. Nicky Pellegrino reports on the explosion of boutique teas that are a far cry from the humble English breakfast.

Believe the hype: Wacky warbler Lady Gaga has poured blood, sweat and tears into her upcoming signature perfume.

Kiwi hairdresser Richard Kavanagh sits in a vintage hydraulic chair at Tommy Guns on the Lower East Side, getting his hair cut by a barber.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from the style metropolis on the latest in autumn fashions.

The hedonistic 70s makes its mark on fashion for winter.

Influential US photographer and interior design blogger Todd Selby is touching down in New Zealand next week.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from the style metropolis on the latest in autumn fashions.

Karen Walker heads north with her latest collection, shown in New York last night.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from the style metropolis on the latest in autumn menswear fashions.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from the style metropolis on the latest in autumn fashions.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from the style metropolis on the latest in autumn menswear fashions.

Fashionable New Zealanders give Viva insight into their perfect Valentine, plus tips for the big date.

Chelsea Jade Metcalf is a talented Aucklander with a unique outlook.

Artist Prince pulled Kim Kardashian on stage with him at Madison Square Garden in New York City Monday night.

Regan Cameron is one of New Zealand’s most successful exports, yet most of us don’t even know his name.

New York mayor Michael Bloomberg sent undercover operatives to investigate illegal gun sales on the other side of the country.

American expat and Apartment 86 owner Linda Chandler shares her style secrets with Viva.

Max Gimblett is one of our most beloved painters. Rebecca Barry met him in his New York studio and learned about his creative process.

Once stuck in a 9-5 rut in a Wellington office job, Gala Darling donned a new identity and created a new life as a New York style and self-help guru.