LifestyleInstead of divorce, short-term marriageLeftist politicians in Mexico have proposed that the country issue a new kind of marriage licence - one valid for two years.01 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleScent: Meet New Zealand's only perfumerMeet a talented Aucklander who is building a career as an international perfumer.27 Sep 09:00 PM
LifestyleLocal fashion moments that changed how we dressHere are some fashion moments close to home that changed the local industry.27 Sep 01:00 PM
WorldEnd of an era as matadors put last bull to the swordCatalonia has become the first Spanish mainland region to outlaw bullfighting.26 Sep 04:30 PM
LifestyleSome babies already obese in the wombBritish scientists have found the first direct link between the weight of a mother-to-be and that of her child.26 Sep 02:24 AM
LifestyleDomestic chores survey gets feather dusters flyingIt seems rural women are ahead of their city sisters in the domestic goddess stakes by a country mile - on paper at least.22 Sep 06:30 AM
WorldPigeon-guided missiles: Inventions that didn't quite flySmell-O-Vision was meant to stink – and it did. Here are 20 extraordinary ideas that didn't quite make it from prototype to production line...19 Sep 05:39 PM
LifestyleA lot to lose from boozeAlcohol contains calories so it pays to limit intake if you want to lose weight, writes Susan Edmunds.17 Sep 06:00 PM
Business'Personal brewery' promises perfect pintMaster brewer Ian Williams has spent the better part of a decade perfecting the art of home beer-making.12 Sep 05:30 PM
