Can having a dog boost your longevity? Here’s what science says
The physical benefit of dog ownership The theory is that the longevity benefits conferred by canines might be…
What dealing with Covid-19 taught us about Hantavirus outbreak
None were displaying symptoms, but all will be forced to quarantine and be closely monitored by health authorities…
What we learned after a super El Niño wiped out millions of people in 1877
This disaster took years to unfold. Drought began spreading across the tropics and subtropics in 1875. In the…
Simon Cowell’s new boy band December 10 reveal mentoring secrets
But anyone picturing Cowell in an apron flipping sausages can think again. In an interview with ContactMusic.com, Danny…
Auckland’s Tour De Hoods bike ride leader rejects gang label
After the recent ride in West Auckland, police arrested four people and issued 53 infringement notices. Police said…
Net migration: Small rise as Kiwi departures drop in March, arrivals steady
This compared with 134,300 migrant arrivals and a provisional record 120,300 migrant departures in the March 2025 year,…
What Has Sparked The Reformer Pilates Backlash?
In the 2010s it was all about high-octane spinning, then barre had a moment, and in lockdown we…
Sense of Salt | Athens | May 13-30
Australian-born, Athens-based photographer Konstantinos Korsovitis presents “Sense of Salt” at o.art.ath Gallery (36 Sporadon), a multimedia exhibition inspired…
Northland police appeal for information after Whangārei man assaulted outside Stumpy’s
“She had her face up against the window, just looking at me,” he said. The man claimed she…
Inside John Tamihere’s six-figure Waipareira Trust bonus and his long war with Charities Services
There is long-established case law that prohibits charities from involvement – especially the funding of – partisan politics.…
The money advice worth hearing
What Kiwis wish they’d known about their finances. This opinion article by Karla Byrnes, Strategic Partnerships Lead for…
Possible fuel purchase limits under most extreme alert level phase not yet known
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke at his post-Cabinet press conference on Monday. Photo / Mark Mitchell New Zealand…