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Second Kiwi contracts coronavirus on stranded cruise liner
A second New Zealander has picked up coronavirus on the Diamond Princess cruise ship.

Local Focus: The heart-breaking experiences of mothers with ME
"My little boy he just... It was really hard." Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Ammonia threat to be shifted
When wet, Ouvea Premix can create ammonia gas, that can be extremely harmful.

Honeymooner diagnosed with coronavirus without any symptoms
Alan Steele's honeymoon has taken a turn, after learning he has contracted coronavirus.

Lizzie Marvelly: Māori know what is best for Māori
COMMENT: I refuse to listen to uninformed Pākehā pontificate about what Māori should do.

Controversial pesticide off the market in US
The announcement marks a victory for public health and environmental advocates.

Wuhan's signature noodles become a symbol of solidarity
A Wuhan staple have become a symbol of solidarity with the people of the quarantined city.

Kiwi mum's genius avocado hack goes viral
Looking to stop your precious avo turning brown in the fridge? Then you need to try this.

What Australia's bush fires taught me about tūrangawaewae
Finally, after 34 years, this Kiwi understands what tūrangawaewae really means to him.

Bikini body star reveals downside of having a six pack
Fitness influencer Kayla Itsines reveals she's faced sexism for having a six-pack.

Mum infected with coronavirus gives birth to baby girl
Newborn weighed 3.05kg and is in quarantine.

Could yoghurt reduce the risk of breast cancer?
Live yoghurt contains bacteria like that found in women who have breastfed, study finds.

How to get some sleep in this heat
Check out these top tips so you don't lose your cool this summer.

Self-imposed isolation: Kiwi family in coronavirus quarantine
Christine Wang is ordering groceries online and relying on friends after China visit.

Hairdresser's horror find on mum's head
Persistent question Katie Maxwell's hairdresser asked for years ends up saving her life.

Kim K shares rare glimpse inside minimalist mansion
Kim Kardashian has shared photos of her and husband Kanye's minimalist home.

How to tell if your child is developing 'normally'
Noticing delays in a child's development is not always an obvious 'aha' moment.

Would you pay $59 for cauliflower?
A Sydney restaurant is raising eyebrows for one pricey item on its swanky menu.

Is 2020 the year people will give up on sex?
"Those who aren't giving up sex are questioning its intrinsic value," writes Zoe Strimpel

Why this is a tough time to be a Kiwi kid
Think kids these days have it easy? Niki Bezzant explains why they don't.

Don't rinse dishes before they go in the dishwasher
Not sure which washing hacks really work? Here's your answer.

Woman loses 18kg with flexible eating
Zara Spooner was lead down a path of unhealthy eating when she entered the workforce.

I tried hypnobirthing with my first child
First-time mum Jenni Mortimer tries hypnobirthing to ease the pain of delivering her son.

Sugar tax would be health sweetener
Sugary drinks tax is working – now it's time to target cakes, biscuits and snacks.

Niki Bezzant: Empty promises of detox teas
Our bodies are pretty well equipped to eliminate toxins without assistance.

States in America are offering mental health days off to students
American schools are responding to the increasing rates of anxiety and depression.

A man suffered headaches and fainting spells. A tapeworm was living in his brain
The man believes the parasite came from eating uncooked pork when living in Mexico.

East Asian students suspended over coronavirus
Students affected, heard about their fate through email and WhatsApp