New ZealandMob leader ‘felt trapped’ before death, coroner findsBenson sought help for addiction and mental health issues before his death.14 Oct 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan Devery: Why harm reduction, not ideology, should guide vaping policyOPINION: Research shows vaping can be twice as effective as nicotine patches or gum.14 Oct 06:00 AM
FootballPaul Gascoigne: Childhood trauma linked to alcoholismNow 58, Gascoigne has rejoined Alcoholics Anonymous to stay sober.13 Oct 10:08 PM
World'Put your balloons down': Woman who warned of nitrous oxide dangers dies days laterLoved ones marked her farewell with pink balloons and her favourite songs.12 Oct 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe worst ages to drink alcohol, according to scienceOver 65s face higher stroke risk as alcohol drives up blood pressure levels.11 Oct 12:20 AM
New ZealandAuckland mum's warning after nitrous oxide abuse leaves kids 'walking zombies'Large canisters are being sold at dairies with minimal checks.09 Oct 08:19 PM
New Zealand'The worst nightmare': Man who used meth to boost gym results became delusional, killed his father Basil Anderson jnr thought he'd been hypnotised and was under his father's 'mind control'.06 Oct 04:30 AM
New ZealandFarewell, 'Mr Magic': The engineer-turned-artist who painted through the painMike Maynard spent over 20 years helping people heal through art, even after his stroke. 01 Oct 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban a day after split announcedThe actress has asked to be the primary carer of their two daughters.30 Sep 08:00 PM
EntertainmentNicole Kidman and Keith Urban separate after 19 years of marriageThe couple, married in 2006, share two daughters aged 17 and 14.29 Sep 10:27 PM
EntertainmentSinger Lola Young collapses on stage mid-performanceThe 24-year-old collapsed mid-song and was carried off by medical staff.28 Sep 08:44 PM
EntertainmentWhy Pete Davidson says he owes his life to his motherThe comedian entered a wellness facility in July 2024 to seek treatment.27 Sep 12:13 AM
Lifestyle'How many burgers can I get?': One woman's journey to kicking a binge-eating disorderNicole Gaviria shares her story on the battle of the binge. 27 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandWoman's fingerprints led to her capture in a $17k heist that funded her addictionThe victim left her home, then 5 minutes later, Mariah Gunter climbed through her window.23 Sep 04:00 AM
EntertainmentCharlie Sheen says cartel once refused to sell him drugsThe actor admits smoking huge crack rocks at the height of his addiction.22 Sep 11:09 PM
WorldFrom pop stardom to addiction: Kate DeAraugo’s long road to recoveryNow 37, DeAraugo is sober, a mother of two and working in the construction trade.22 Sep 02:02 AM
EntertainmentCharlie Sheen’s wild ride laid bare in unfiltered new memoirSheen recalls his first crack hit in 1992 as 'personal nirvana'.10 Sep 01:37 AM
Entertainment'Family illness': Lulu opens up about secret drinking struggleSinger said she became dependent on wine during menopause and after losing her parents.05 Sep 08:42 PM
Entertainment'Ketamine Queen' pleads guilty over Matthew Perry's deathJasveen Sangha could face over six decades in prison after admitting to a bevy of charges.03 Sep 06:30 PM
New ZealandRepeat drink driver who killed 4yo son in crash to be released after two years prison Parole Board: 'You are way past the point of simply having a drinking problem'.26 Aug 02:41 AM
Entertainment'Ketamine Queen' pleads guilty in Matthew Perry overdose caseShe faces up to 65 years in prison for her involvement in his death.18 Aug 11:19 PM
WorldAustralians consume 22 tonnes of illicit drugs in a year, report revealsCocaine use rose 69%, MDMA 49%, and meth 21% compared to last year.14 Aug 09:47 PM
New ZealandMental health wards in Waikato at 140% capacity, lacking community bedsA mental health nurse says some patients are sleeping on mattresses on the floor.14 Aug 05:24 AM
EntertainmentJason Momoa recalls near-drowning in Maui surfJason Momoa almost drowned while surfing at Pe’ahi in Maui.13 Aug 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand90 police from around NZ deployed to Northland after 'call for help'Police nationwide are being seconded to Northland amid a surge in violent crime.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFlat battery thwarts supermarket shoplifter's escapePolice arrested him in the carpark – and found he had more than stolen groceries.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Really?': Hospital smokers frustrate cancer treatment visitorsDespite smokefree signs, smoking and vaping are common at Rotorua Hospital's entrance.31 Jul 08:29 PM
WorldUS FDA seeks to ban synthetic opioid 7-OH over addiction concernsSynthetic opioid 7-OH is found in gummies and drinkable shots sold widely in US.30 Jul 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSam Egger: Youth vaping is a problem, let's look at the evidenceOPINION: Vaping rates rose from 9.7% in 2023 to 11.1% in 2024.27 Jul 06:00 PM
KahuMillie Elder-Holmes pays $5000 fine for online gambling promotionPātea, a Māori-led platform, launched to tackle gambling harm in communities.20 Jul 05:00 PM
Entertainment'They were a nightmare': Kiwi manager opens up about Guns N' Roses yearsAlan Niven was fired by 'narcissist' Axl Rose in 1991, never to hear from him again. 14 Jul 10:49 PM
New ZealandMan high on mushrooms crashes car into garage, with a preschooler on his lapThe garage collapsed on top of Freeman Ruhe's vehicle but the pair escaped injury.14 Jul 08:00 AM
EntertainmentEx-MasterChef star reveals alcohol addictionHe underpaid 500 employees $7.8 million over six years.14 Jul 03:56 AM
New Zealand'Powerful example': Mum overcomes addiction to build a life helping others'I discovered a renewed sense of purpose.'11 Jul 06:00 PM
