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‘Grumpy’: Selena Gomez almost missed her own surprise proposal
The singer was so unaware of Benny Blanco's plans, she 'almost didn't even come'.
‘The story chose me’: Lucy Lawless' directorial debut uncovers the dark, untold story of a fearless Kiwi legend
The Xena star and first-time director takes on real-life warrior princess Margaret Moth.
30 Years of defiance: How one man changed New Zealand dance forever
He wants Black Grace to last for 200 years and he doesn't care what anyone thinks.
Things to do in Auckland this weekend: Ecofest, Everybody Eats and Auckland Arts Festival
Plus get globally inspired at the World of Cultures Festival and the Auckland Travel Show.
The 25 best albums of the 21st century (so far) - ranked
Times: From Radiohead to Lorde, the records that have defined the past 25 years.
Karl Puschmann took his kids to Womad. ‘You should too’
Opinion: 'Womad is the perfect event to expand young (and old) minds.'
New Zealand magic act fools Penn & Teller
Only about 10 to 15 per cent of all acts manage to fool the veteran magicians.
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Dancing Through Decades: Neil Ieremia & Black Grace's 30-Year Journey
Neil Ieremia, founder of Black Grace dance company on their 30th anniversary. Video / Dean Purcell
Married At First Sight Australia bride Jamie Marinos spills show secrets on ZM
The outspoken MAFS bride reveals if the show is scripted, and her thoughts on controversial Kiwi bride Jacqui Burfoot.
Fontaines D.C guitarist Carlos O’Connell talks music, Ireland and inspirations
Fontaines D.C guitarist Carlos O’Connell sat down with Emma Gleason before their incendiary show at Spark Arena. Video / Ben Dickens
The Mullet Matters
RNZAF personnel have been told they can't grow mullets for charity. Video / Mental Health Foundation
Belle – A Performance of Air
Dance, acrobatics, lighting and sound collide in a breathtaking performance for the senses. Video / Alex Burton
A Mixtape for Maladies
Seventeen songs on an old mixtape tell the story in Ahilan Karunaharan's moving play . Video / Auckland Theatre company
Music
‘Grumpy’: Selena Gomez almost missed her own surprise proposal
The singer was so unaware of Benny Blanco's plans, she 'almost didn't even come'.
‘A high-wire trapeze’: Blues trio ready to launch
Brian Baker's move to Whanganui is paying dividends.
The 25 best albums of the 21st century (so far) - ranked
Times: From Radiohead to Lorde, the records that have defined the past 25 years.
Karl Puschmann took his kids to Womad. ‘You should too’
Opinion: 'Womad is the perfect event to expand young (and old) minds.'
Michael Jackson abused me when I was 10. I still want justice
Times: In November 2026, James Safechuck will finally get his day in court.
‘Landmark gigs’: Artists ready to show their funky sides at Lakeside concert
The much-anticipated Rotorua Lakeside Concert is this Saturday.
Television
TV star's drugs charges - TVNZ's PR move; Has the advertising industry let down over-50s?
Collapse of TV firm: 'Director has not been located'; Is a new NZME power play in wind?
New Zealand magic act fools Penn & Teller
Only about 10 to 15 per cent of all acts manage to fool the veteran magicians.
Jason Gunn’s ‘arse on camera’: TV icon’s heartfelt message to supporters after colonoscopy
'Soon I will go into the hospital. I will be heavily sedated. Wish me luck,' Gunn said.
Culture
Historic Auckland marae transforms from tin shed to cultural hub
Te Mahurehure Marae was once a rugby club with sawdust floors.
Simon Wilson: Can Wayne Brown save us from dumb decisions?
OPINION: The mayor wants council to make better calls – and sometimes they really need to.
Things to do in Auckland this weekend: Ecofest, Everybody Eats and Auckland Arts Festival
Plus get globally inspired at the World of Cultures Festival and the Auckland Travel Show.
‘Release me without conditions’: Prison hunger striker tells supporters he’s prepared to die
Dean Wickliffe's parole hearing is set for April 3 but supporters fear he won't last.
Movies
‘Grumpy’: Selena Gomez almost missed her own surprise proposal
The singer was so unaware of Benny Blanco's plans, she 'almost didn't even come'.
‘If you already have like $200m … I judge it': Why star worth $75m ‘hates money’
'I don't get excited about money,' the multi-millionaire star said.
New Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?
It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.
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‘If you already have like $200m … I judge it': Why star worth $75m ‘hates money’
'I don't get excited about money,' the multi-millionaire star said.
Grey’s Anatomy star cried during ‘uncomfortable’ sex scene
'I’ve never watched that scene. I’ve never seen it ... those are real tears.'
‘You’ve broken me’: Mafs bride reduced to tears as brutal truth revealed
OPINION: Fairy tale marriages are faltering as couples are forced to face the music.
Skirting the truth leads to ‘slap in the face’ for one Mafs bride
OPINION: Should Paul have just 'said it out loud'?
Mafs star Jamie Marinos debunks show myths, talks controversial Kiwi bride
'I'd never thought I'd say this, but silence is golden.'
Award-winning actress dies at 43 after cancer battle
She revealed her illness, adrenocortical carcinoma, in October 2023.
Why Helen Mirren thinks she and Harrison Ford might be related
Mirren, 79, and Ford, 82, star in the Yellowstone prequel series 1923.
‘We’re traumatised’: 1990s pop group open up on fame’s mental toll
The quintet reunited for the first time since their 2001 split.
Sharon Stone claims she was cut from A Simple Favor sequel
'I LOVED being cast and removed from my role unexpectedly for no reason at all. LOVED it.'
‘Hardest year of my life’: Dawson’s Creek star opens up about cancer battle
The father-of-six revealed his colorectal cancer diagnosis in November.
Biebers eye move from US to escape Hollywood spotlight
The couple are reportedly looking at homes abroad amid increased media attention.
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