Judge finds dad’s abusive livestreams about ex were psychological harm
But influencers and would-be commentators who frame their “story times” as exposés without any editorial oversight are finding…
Veolia worker Rob Dignum wins ERA case after ‘downgraded’ ute ruled unfair
But the ute was “downgraded” following the crash and the replacement was no longer suitable for family life.…
Frank Film – South Island Stories Episode 12: Christchurch: Are we building a liveable central city?
Over this scene of unease looms the new One New Zealand stadium, projected to generate more than $50…
The reasons why NZ’s shoplifting rates have hit their highest level in 15 years
But experts say the thievery can’t all be put down to the higher cost of living, and instead…
How ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ was born out of ‘Big Bang Theory’
Television characters sitting around having conversations on sofas has served prolific producer Chuck Lorre very well. Starting early…
How porn on social media has shaped young Kiwis’ sex lives – Under the Influence, episode 4
“[In] 2023 particularly that transitioned from being more marginalised to mainstream, where over 50% of girls and women…
How AI companion chatbots can turn kids against parents – Under the Influence, episode 3
Founder Shannon Novak, whose work focuses on the impact of emerging technologies, tells episode three of Under the…
Why Tauranga mum turned off daughter’s social media – Under the Influence, episode 1
Initially, Iyla was fuming. Like many Kiwi teens, she regarded social media as a core part of her…
Inland Revenue’s medical dismissal was unjustifiable, but ERA refuses employee full compensation
“It was [the employee’s] decision to return to work in October 2024, which only resulted in a further…
Emmys 2026: 6 music supervisors select their TV shows’ best needle drops
There is magic in a well-placed needle drop, and this season’s TV soundtracks include several standouts. Whether in…
Grand Designs NZ’s latest: Health sector overlord takes Ōmaha Beach by storm with $10 million build
The penultimate episode of this season of Grand Designs NZ is about the building of a $10 million…
ChatGPT Is Besmirching Don Rickles. This Makes Me Nervous About AI.
Did you hear about the time Don Rickles tried to chat up Lena Dunham in the middle of…