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Royals

Can King Charles heal a royal family crisis before it’s too late?
New York Times: Could the rift undermine the monarchy's attempts to model unity?

BBC admits editorial lapse over Prince Harry interview coverage
The BBC admitted a lapse in standards after Harry's interview aired.

New Coronation portraits of King and Queen unveiled at gallery
Peter Kuhfeld painted the King, and Paul S Benney painted the Queen.

Watch: Prince Louis seemingly teases brother Prince George
He appeared to tease his older brother as they watched the VE Day commemorations.

Royal family commemorate VE Day, Prince George takes notable step
Prince George's appearance at a Buckingham Palace event was not expected.

Prince Harry accused of ‘losing touch with reality’ over BBC interview
King's aides allegedly view the duke's interview as proof 'he doesn't get the message'.
Relationships

The Ex-Files: Should we put our family home in a trust?
OPINION: Seek independent legal advice. Trusts can complicate asset division.

'You can have 2, not 3': Polyamorous throuple's battle to keep names on kids' birth certificates
The Attorney-General has challenged a decision allowing all three parents to be named.

On The Up: Is an HIV-free future in sight for NZ? Burnett Foundation's new boss thinks so
New diagnoses are on a downward trend, and zero transmission targets have been set.
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Jesse Mulligan: Where to find private dining rooms and a romantic birthday dinner
Plus, restaurants with reliably good ambience.

New owners take the helm at Kol Ponsonby, promising continuity and fresh energy
Sid and Chand Sahrawat will hand over the reins to a new hospitality duo.

Nonnas: How a star-studded cast brings Italian cuisine to life
Four legendary actresses on playing cooks in a new film and ageing in Hollywood.

Brian Burke is the creative force behind Wow, NZ's most dazzling stage show
How WOW’s visionary director is transforming NZ’s stage spectacle.

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From spinach and cheese pie to chelow kebab and cinnamon buns.
Food & Drink

Is kimchi ice cream the cool new food trend?
From celery to cheese and crackers, savoury ice creams are the new food fashion.

Soba to spaghetti: Why chilled noodles are the perfect summer meal
Cool down with flavour-packed chilled noodle dishes – easy, versatile and delicious.

Cold brew, hot summer: How to make the perfect iced coffee at home
Beat the heat with DIY iced coffee.
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