Man who fell overboard from the Interislander ‘extremely unlikely’ to have survived, police say
“Initial inquiries were undertaken, including further searches of the vessel and attempts to contact the man,” Gifford said.…
Torty the tortoise, who survived World War I, visits Te Papa exhibit that tells her story
On Monday, Christine Little took Torty on an impromptu visit to see Te Papa’s Gallipoli: The Scale of…
Barbie Dream Fest backlash: Fans slam ‘Willy Wonka’-style flop in Florida
Attendee and Barbie superfan Brenna Miller was scathing. “Barbie Dream Fest ought to be ashamed at what they…
When fear becomes the new normal
During long-term crisis situations, a dangerous phenomenon starts to occur. Something that used to be terrifying slowly turns…
13 surprising ways GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may benefit the body, according to science
A condition-by-condition guide to GLP-1 drugs breaks down what’s proven, what’s promising and what’s still untested. Humans have…
Media Insider: Broadcasting Standards Authority v Sean Plunket and The Platform – BSA claims formal jurisdiction over Māori tikanga ‘mumbo jumbo’ comment
Peters told Plunket today that the BSA move was one of “breathtaking audacity”. “They say there’s a huge…
The loneliness crisis retirement planning ignores – Terry Middlemost
According to the World Health Organisation, around 11.8% of older people experience loneliness, and an Age Concern study…
Ardie Savea: Inside the All Blacks loosie’s relationship with the team and New Zealand Rugby
The fading renditions of Swing Low, Sweet Chariot could be heard as the last of England’s jubilant fans…
Audrey Parkinson at 107: Life, laughter and the rise of New Zealand centenarians
Her niece Judith Grant, 73, remains one of her closest companions. Grant visits weekly to help with shopping…
Taylor Swift sued over ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ trademark row
The former America’s Got Talent contestant started writing a column called Confessions of a Showgirl in the Las…
Listen to The Country online: Fuel, fertiliser and freight in New Zealand
What are we seeing across livestock transport? Plus, we look at the exchange and interest rates, inflation and…
Celine Dion announces comeback after health struggle with stiff person syndrome
She is expected to perform the new song at the Paris shows – an event that comes more…