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The colour-drenched cult of Le Creuset
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Fran O'Sullivan: Why the UK's Supreme Court decision matters for women's rights
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'It was a very sweet thing to say': Kiwi comics on working with Hollywood stars
Billy T' Billy this week talks women in comedy and how the industry is changing.

'Who am I to judge': Pope Francis' impactful legacy of inclusivity
He was the first Latin American pope and served for 12 years.

The biggest mistake Kiwis make when booking a South Pacific holiday
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'Arrogant wokester loser': Winston Peters blows up at RNZ host
The Deputy Prime Minister appeared to question the value of RNZ's public funding.
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Lodestone investors have put up another $50 million for new solar projects,
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'Definitely pushing me': Lawson's teammate wary of Kiwi's F1 improvements
The Kiwi says he's starting to feel more comfortable in Racing Bulls' car.

Silver Fern-turned-coach aims to be a Premier Donna
Three former Silver Ferns, including Donna Wilkins, are new head coaches this season.

Paulsen's pathway: Why Auckland FC's goalkeeper is ready to move
Auckland FC can secure the A-League Premiers Plate with one more point.
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The lost art of dressing like a movie mogul
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Jesse Mulligan: A mansplainer, a tarte tatin, and some French ambience walk into a bar
Jesse reviews a hyped new modern bistro with a blockbuster team.

25 pretty and practical gifts for the discerning mum or mother figure in your life
The Viva team curates the best and brightest gifts to surprise the lady in your life with.
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Danish princess releases official portrait ... holding her smartphone
Denmark’s 18-year-old Princess Isabella has caused a stir online.

'Heinous act': At least 26 dead in Kashmir attack on male tourists
'The perpetrators of this attack are animals, inhuman and worthy of contempt.'

Tesla earnings plunge as Elon Musk hits firestorm of controversy
The electric vehicle manufacturer’s net income was down 71%.
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Anzac Day 2025: Grief cast in stone
NZ remembers its war dead with monuments that seem to bury the sadness in dates and names.

Surprise return of the Naked Samoans: ‘We’re all still alive and we can get back on stage one more time’
Naked Samoans’ return is full of comedy and controversy - even before they step on stage.

Steve Braunias goes ape on a binge-watching movie marathon
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People magazine reveals 'Most Beautiful' person in the world
The actress values authenticity and positivity as key aspects of beauty.

Good Lorde! Kiwi hitmaker's surprise NYC appearance shut down by police
Fans gathered after Lorde's Instagram post, causing a large crowd at 6pm.

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Mercedes-Benz taps global creators for all-new CLA art cars
‘Class of Creators’ kicks off with a bespoke CLA art car by American rapper Ice Spice.

Chery is coming back to New Zealand (although it’s kind of here already)
How will the Chery Tiggo 4 fit in with the sister Omoda and Jaecoo brands?

Hyundai Tucson II Hybrid N Line Limited review: playing a long game
Why is the facelifted Tucson hybrid suddenly longer than the old one? It's complicated.
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'Our promise that we won’t forget': Waiata honours Sir Bom Gillies, 28th Māori Battalion
It is the first Anzac Day without any living members of the 28th Māori Battalion.

On The Up: Inside award-winning Te Taumata o Kupe Nuku, Pt Chevalier
The building aims to revitalise mātauranga Māori, particularly legendary navigator Kupe.

Victoria University unveils NZ’s first Living Building Challenge project
The building generates 105% of its energy with 550 photovoltaic panels.
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