PremiumPremiumWorldRemembering Annabel Goldsmith, the woman who defined a generationAnnabel Goldsmith co-founded London's famed Annabel's nightclub in 1963.19 Oct 12:40 AM
WorldGill Hornby says Jane Austen’s lost letters saved her from modern ‘cancellation’Gill Hornby says Cassandra Austen saved her sister from modern 'cancellation'.18 Oct 12:19 AM
EntertainmentTolkien course claims Middle-earth shows racial bias, says UK academicThe Nottingham course also examines racial themes in CS Lewis’ Narnia.17 Oct 12:35 AM
New ZealandFun fact – the world record holder for foot archery contortionism is a mumShannen Michaela holds the Guinness World Record. She's also a mum to a toddler.16 Oct 05:05 AM
World'The only surviving piece': Race on to save Henry VIII’s love locketDiscovered by hobby detectorists in 2019, the locket lay buried in Warwickshire.15 Oct 05:00 PM
WorldD’Angelo, soul innovator behind ‘Brown Sugar’ and ‘Voodoo’, dies aged 51The Grammy-winning singer died aged 51 after a long battle with cancer.15 Oct 12:25 AM
EntertainmentCounting Crows announce Auckland concert for 2026The show will mark three years since the Grammy-nominated rockers last played here. 14 Oct 10:51 PM
EntertainmentGrammy-winning star dead at 51He helped shape neo-soul with albums Brown Sugar, Voodoo and Black Messiah.14 Oct 07:17 PM
TravelDrunk Shakespeare, catacombs and cat distilleries; inside NYC's weirdest attractionsSkip the overcrowded attractions and discover New York's weird and wonderful side. 13 Oct 05:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Auckland Uni's new $200m+ tower, Three Kings land sales, flood-prone land for sale'A giant? Probably a medium-sized building for us.' - Simon Neale on new B320 project13 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBen Stiller says social media has killed comedy moviesThe 59-year-old says instant online backlash makes studios wary of comedy.12 Oct 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘F*** the song’: Stewart Copeland on The Police, clashing with Sting and his love of NZThe Police drummer brings his storytelling tour to New Zealand in January.11 Oct 11:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Be Kind, Rewind – An ode to the humble VHSOPINION: Your VHS shelf was basically a personality test long before Buzzfeed.11 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldLaszlo Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Prize for LiteratureHis 1985 novel 'Satantango' became a cult classic of post-communist Europe.09 Oct 07:32 PM
WorldRescue dog Duke’s quirky habit of hoarding teapots delights followersEleven-year-old Duke has stolen everything from teapots to toilet rolls.08 Oct 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Ridiculous': Taylor Swift's Eras tour admissionShe wrote much of her new album The Life of a Showgirl during tour breaks.06 Oct 07:04 PM
EntertainmentQueen Camilla leads tributes to romance author Jilly Cooper, dead at 88Cooper was known for her unapologetically raunchy romance novels.06 Oct 05:51 PM
EntertainmentMeet the Kiwi performers bringing 'the greatest show on earth' to Eden Park'It’s very important, and it’ll touch a lot of people, I think.'06 Oct 05:00 AM
EntertainmentDaniel Day-Lewis returns for son’s film ‘Anemone’ — but it’s a punishing watchDaniel Day-Lewis returns to the screen eight years after “Phantom Thread”.06 Oct 12:54 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: NZSO and Voices New Zealand soar in Rossini–Kelly Stabat MaterREVIEW: Valentina Peleggi led the NZSO and the Voices NZ Choir in a fiery Rossini work.05 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentFrom stage to sitcom stardom: Dame Patricia Routledge dies aged 96Fans worldwide still host Hyacinth-style candlelight suppers in her honour.03 Oct 08:07 PM
EntertainmentStephen King, Jodi Picoult among most-banned authors in US schoolsOverall, PEN America tracked 6870 book bans between July 2023 and June 2024.01 Oct 06:36 PM
EntertainmentSpringsteen surprises film crowd with call to defend the American DreamBruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance at the New York Film Festival.29 Sep 08:14 PM
Entertainment'I want to be at my best': Dolly Parton gives personal update after postponing showsThe 79-year-old star has pushed back plans for six Las Vegas shows until September 2026.29 Sep 01:29 AM
WorldPicasso sculpture park to open in Paris in 2030 with free entryThe garden will display 12 bronze sculptures by Pablo Picasso.29 Sep 12:33 AM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Teen violinist Chloe Chua stuns Auckland Town Hall with Philharmonia debutConductor Shiyeon Sung led with precision through symphonic surges and wit.28 Sep 06:08 PM
EntertainmentFlorence and the Machine singer's near-fatal pregnancy scareFlorence Welch had miscarried in 2023 but was unaware her own life was at risk.28 Sep 03:52 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentMurder in suburbia: Boy Swallows Universe author's most personal story yetNovelist Trent Dalton: 'Here’s what it might be like to be married to a guy like me.' 27 Sep 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFrom Gore to global: Why Pub Choir's Kiwi creator really bailed on America's Got TalentAstrid Jorgensen has a new book, a new tour - and a really good excuse for her TV no-show.27 Sep 12:00 AM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: School holiday shows, concerts and family funLego fans, theatre buffs and little explorers will all find something to enjoy this break.26 Sep 05:00 PM
Entertainment'I didn't care about anything else': Life lessons from an 87-year-old NZ theatre legend'I believe you should keep on doing what you love until you can’t do it anymore.'26 Sep 12:59 AM
EntertainmentWhat to watch: 6 new shows to stream this weekendSome haphazard spies, a new drama from Peaky Blinders' creator and sci-fi love story.26 Sep 12:02 AM
EntertainmentFirth’s famous lake scene was never meant to be sexy, writer saysTelegraph: Andrew Davies says Mr Darcy was originally meant to swim naked in the lake.24 Sep 10:57 PM
EntertainmentBooker Prize 2025 shortlist revealed: Six novels in the running for top awardKiran Desai returns with her first novel since winning the Booker in 2006.24 Sep 01:47 AM
