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Holly Ramsay arrives to her wedding with famous father by her side

Model Holly Ramsay and Olympic gold-medal-winning swimmer Adam Peaty have got married at Bath Abbey. Video / Video Elephant

Longtime Cure Guitarist Perry Bamonte Dead at 65

Perry Bamonte, who played guitar and other instruments in The Cure, has died after a short illness. He was 65. Video / NZ Herald

Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie

NZ Herald reporter Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie about family, fly fishing, and the benefits of adopting a greyhound. Video / NZ Herald

Dai Henwood on legacy, cancer hope and living life in 'small chunks’

The comedian talks about his life in comedy ahead of hosting the Best Foods Comedy Gala in 2026. Video / NZ Herald

Take On Me has been stuck in our heads for 40 years. Here’s how it got there

Full story of how A-ha emerged from the Norwegian tundra with the ultimate ’80s pop song.

'Empty wallets': Long-running New Year's festival warns next summer may be its last

Ticket sales are down about 1000 compared to last year, deepening long-term debts.

Chef Logan Birch shares his favourite spots in Auckland

Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

Summer festival horror stories: Mud, lost keys and a tent inferno

From Portaloo pitfalls to fiery infernos, these festivals really packed a punch.

Screen-time survival kit: Family-friendly movies and TV to stream with the kids this summer

We've rounded up the best wholesome entertainment to enjoy with the family this summer.

Summer podcast guide: 9 top celebrity, comedy and sports shows to stream

From Taylor Swift to Paula Bennett, the list spans global heavyweights and local heroes.

'Thought my new TV was a dud': Christmas Eve glitches hit free-to-air channels for second day

A separate Canterbury transmission fault left some channels glitching for days.

Young Shortland Street actor sentenced for brutal road rage assault

It was revealed in court that the actor had filmed the victim as he bled on the ground.

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'Powerful story': US star Jelly Roll pardoned for past convictions

Officials were impressed with how the singer had changed his life for the better.

Former Home Alone house owner shares secrets in new memoir

John Abendshien's family lived on set as filming unfolded in their home.

Taylor Swift makes $1.7 million donation to Feeding America

The non-profit runs a nationwide network of 200 food banks in the US.

Venus Williams and Andrea Preti are married

The pair held one ceremony in Italy in September and a second in Florida.

Russell Brand charged with third rape

The British comedian and actor has previously insisted he was ‘never a rapist’.

The world according to John Irving

New York Times: The literary titan is still publishing books, and pushing envelopes at 83.

What to watch from Christmas Eve to Boxing day (yes, including Love Actually)

The Herald has rounded up the best of free-to-air TV, plus some streaming gold.

Pop star's 'heart-warming' Christmas surprise for 94-year-old fangirl

Norma said she had been a fan of Robbie Williams since his boyband days with Take That.

A deep dive into the world of sharks

Auckland Museum's new exhibition Sharks reveals…

A guide to managing moisture at home

Resene’s experts provide tips and strategies to tackle the issue.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.