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'Brutal': Spencer Matthews' mission to recover brother Michael's body
Michael Matthews died on Everest in 1999 as the youngest Brit to scale the mountain.
Nick Cannon’s eye-watering child support bill
TV star Nick Cannon has revealed how much he spends on his kids per year.
Mike Tindall reveals mortifying encounter with Princess Anne
The former rugby star shared the anecdote while on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here.
Snoop Dogg gets nod for Songwriters Hall of Fame
The rapper is just one of the big stars nominated this year.
Rebecca Gibney: 'I know I'm sexy' at 57
Packed to the Rafters star doesn't miss how she looked at 17 because she 'had no control'.
Margot Robbie reveals big news about new Pirates movie
The actor reveals a major development in the popular Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
Pete Davidson and Emily Ratajkowski reportedly dating
The Hollywood A-listers were spotted on a very intimate date together.
Aaron Carter ‘died without a will’
The singer reportedly died without a will meaning his estate is in the care of the state.
‘Serious burns to his face’: Jay Leno hospitalised after car blaze
The iconic TV host has released a statement assuring fans he is 'okay'.
Moving on? Gisele Bündchen spotted with new man
The supermodel appears to have a new love interest, weeks after finalising her divorce.
Roberta Flack no longer able to sing, rep says
The Grammy winner's rep says a progressive disease has affected her voice.
Jennifer Aniston's heartbreaking family news
Heartbroken former Friends star posts moving tribute to 'sweet papa'.
Sideswipe: Plush man-bear
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Rebel Wilson on parenthood and her surrogate journey
'My love for her is just overflowing. She is gorgeous and perfect.'
Dua Lipa reveals the country she refuses to visit
The pop star denies rumours of a big gig there - for an important reason.
Taika and Rita's hilarious onstage antics at MTV EMAs
The Kiwi director and the pop star are the first ever couple to host the awards show.
Real-life 'Gossip Girl' releasing her own novel
The anonymous woman behind Deuxmoi on new novel and the celebs she won't talk about..
‘Thought it was over’: Macklemore reveals Covid career scare
Review: The US rapper got candid with the Friday Jams crowd on Sunday night.
Twilight star ties the knot
One of Twilight's biggest stars has married their long-time love.
Harry Style's unusual move for pregnant fan during concert
Pop-star turned actor paused his own show for an adoring fan.
'I was screaming': Paris Hilton reveals horrifying teenage terror
The original socialite has spoken out about her horrifying teenage years.
Sideswipe: Sign of the times
A daily column looking at humorous, satirical and simply strange news.
APO rises to the moment with An Alpine Symphony
OPINION: William Dart reviews the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra concert.
Matt Heath: The pros and cons of wearing speedos
OPINION: Is it okay to for a middle-aged man to wear a tiny Speedo?
Watch: Paris Hilton's ordeal in the ‘troubled teen’ industry
Paris Hilton has spoken out about a “traumatic” ordeal she endured as a teenager, saying she didn’t think it could even “be real” at the time. Video / Nine Network
Cara Delevingne a 'prude' as she films new show about sex
The star's latest TV project features wild scenes from a sex seminar.
Christina Applegate shares crushing career update
The actor reveals her future plans amid an ongoing struggle with multiple sclerosis.
Happy Days star Henry Winkler turned down iconic role
The actor says he was a 'damn fool' passing on the massive film role.
TLC pulls out of Friday Jams Live event
A case of Covid-19 has caused last-minute upheaval for Friday Jams Live in Auckland.
Man who inspired ‘The Terminal’ movie dies at Paris airport
Iranian lived for 18 years in Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport, inspired Spielberg film.
Adele takes extreme measures to protect voice
No expense is being spared as the singer prepares for her Las Vegas residency.
Nick Cannon welcomes baby number 11
The TV presenter is also awaiting the birth of his 12th child.
Kate Winslet donates $33,000 to cover UK family's power bill
The Oscar winner donated to a family's GoFundMe after hearing about their struggle.