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We quiz Dark Destroyer Shaun Wallace on The Chase

Quiz legend Shaun Wallace returns to New Zealand for a series of charity events. The Herald put him to the test at his own game. Video / Cameron Pitney

Simon Dallow to resign from TVNZ after more than 20 years

Simon Dallow to resign from TVNZ after more than 20 years. Video / Herald Now

Royal turmoil: What’s next for the Windsors?

Royal biographer Andrew Lownie on the scandals shaking the House of Windsor. Video / Herald Now

Quick-fire questions with Temuera Morrison

Multimedia Journalist Mitchell Hageman sits down with Kiwi actor Temuera Morrison for some quick-fire questions. Video / Annaleise Shortland

'Vulnerable as hell': Justin Bieber opens up about online negativity

The 31-year-old singer says harsh online comments still affect him deeply.

Jarvis Cocker’s Pulp to play Auckland concert next February

The Britpop legends will perform at Spark Arena in February.

William Dart review: Baroque & Beyond bows out with a rousing night of Airs & Dances

REVIEW: This marks the final Baroque & Beyond concert before the series pauses next year.

Kiwis vs Tonga: Hawaiian-Tongan superstar Josh Tatofi to sing live at game

His recent South Pacific tour sold out in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.

Stephen Colbert says it’s ‘reasonable’ to think Late Show axing was political

The Late Show will continue airing until its planned May 2026 finale.

Oscar-nominated actress dies aged 89

Born in Mississippi in 1935, Ladd appeared in more than 200 roles.

This Kiwi was kidnapped in Tanzania. Now he’s ‘imprisoned’ on Netflix for a chance to win millions

Sleep deprivation and a lack of food wasn't going to stop Chris Williams.

Watch: How well does the Dark Destroyer know The Chase?

While pretty clued up on most things, Shaun Wallace does have an 'Achilles heel'.

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Daron Parton’s cartoons: November 1 - 30

Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.

From spooky to silly: Celebrities show off 2025’s wildest Halloween costumes

Heidi Klum teased her yet-to-be-revealed look as 'very ugly' on Instagram.

Diddy moved to New Jersey prison after reported knife incident in cell

He will serve the rest of his 50‑month sentence at FCI Fort Dix.

From SNL to self-sufficient: Why Kate McKinnon left city life behind

Saturday Night Live star says her woodworking hobby runs in the family’s creative line.

10 scary-movie endings that swing big or pull their punches

NY Times: Some films have no qualms about sending audiences out on the bleakest note.

Time Cinema collection sold at auction marks end of an era

More pieces from the Bell collection are expected to be sold later this year.

The 50 best horror films of all time – ranked

Telegraph: The films guaranteed to scare you senseless.

Breaking: Prince Andrew to be stripped of title

Breaking: Prince Andrew to be stripped of all titles. Video / Herald Now

Can NZ singer Cassie Henderson make history on The Voice Australia?

She's won an NZ Music Award, now the Kiwi singer could steal the Aussie crown.

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