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TrackStars: A Herald journalist gets put through their paces

After a lesson from Dame Valerie Adams and 400m record holder Lex Revell-Lewis, Mitchell Hageman finds out what it takes to be the best. Video / Alyse Wright

Jim Carrey faces bizarre cloning allegations, Kiwi comedian lands dream gig in London

Jenni Mortimer with the latest entertainment news, including Kiwi comedian Joseph Moore landing Saturday Night Live gig. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Backstage with the Madden brothers: Kiwi golf and the Good Charlotte legacy

Mitchell Hageman chats to rockers Joel and Benji Madden ahead of their massive Domain show.

Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model

The official trailer for Netflix series, Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model. Video / Netflix

Boston frontman Tommy DeCarlo dies aged 60

DeCarlo died on March 9, 2026 after a six-month battle with brain cancer.

‘We’re everywhere, too much’: Six60 frontman on the cost of ‘un-human’ music career

'I just want to have breakfast at a cafe with my family without having to hear my voice.'

Charli XCX wants to ‘quit music and act’

Charli is also working with Jack Antonoff on horror film Mother Mary.

Harry Styles makes surprise Saturday Night Live appearance

'What are you doing here, man?'

'There is only sadness': Conan O’Brien on hosting Reiners night before deaths

Rob and his wife Michele left a party after a heated argument with their son.

Mafs husband exposed in sex toy video

A Mafs groom is exposed when a video from his past surfaces.

'One of the best': Brooke Shields hints at JFK jnr kiss in playful video

The FX drama Love Story has revived interest in JFK jnr and Carolyn Bessette.

Widow and daughter share moving birthday tribute to James Van Der Beek

'Today would be your 49th birthday. I’m missing you tremendously.'

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Brooklyn Beckham ‘disheartened’ as parents post birthday tributes despite rift

Brooklyn and Nicola had earlier sent a legal letter via lawyers to his parents.

Big names, big splashes: Celebs set for Z Manu grand final showdown

Former All Black Piri Weepu will headline the celebrity manu line-up.

'Feeling the love': Kesha spotted celebrating birthday with shirtless Highlanders star

Highlanders back Taine Robinson is sidelined this week with a back injury.

'One of greatest privileges of career': Sir Peter Jackson to receive Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes

Festival director said the Kiwi filmmaker 'has permanently transformed Hollywood'.

Guns N' Roses announce Eden Park show

The powerhouse rock icons will return to Auckland this December.

Britney Spears arrested in California

The 44-year-old was detained by California Highway Patrol at about 9.30pm.

TrackStars: A Herald journalist gets put through their paces

After a lesson from Dame Valerie Adams and 400m record holder Lex Revell-Lewis, Mitchell Hageman finds out what it takes to be the best. Video / Alyse Wright

'Off the chains': How Hamilton Homegrown aims to showcase New Zealand's coolness

It's the first time Homegrown will be held in Hamilton, following its predecessor X-Air.

Easter at New World just got a little bit saucy

The Geraldine-made hot cross bun winning nationwide fans.

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