EntertainmentHow Michael Bolton is fighting brain cancer with his daughters by his sideThe vocalist was diagnosed in 2023 after a concerning fall, headaches and memory loss21 Dec 05:54 AM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift’s mother set her up with Travis Kelce, documentary revealsThe series details how Andrea Swift helped play Cupid for famous couple.20 Dec 03:16 AM
EntertainmentKylie Minogue scores first UK Christmas No 1 with XMAS hitSinger is the first solo female in 12 years to top the British Christmas chart.20 Dec 03:09 AM
EntertainmentRita Ora makes surprise podcast visit, says Kiwis are 'really lucky' to live in NZThe singer surprised Ben Boyce’s daughter after she saw his tattooed invitation online. 19 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandFree summer gigs to bring live music to Gisborne city centreA heritage facade fund offers grants to spruce up ageing CBD buildings.17 Dec 09:00 PM
EntertainmentIndie rock legend's cause of death confirmed ahead of Christmas week funeralHis wife Imelda died two years earlier. Their twin sons, now 12, are orphans.16 Dec 08:36 PM
EntertainmentBeatles legend inspired Kate Hudson to record albumShe realised she was 'not happy' with her career output and wanted change.15 Dec 06:22 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Handel’s Messiah closes Auckland Choral’s 2025 season in styleREVIEW: Conductor Uwe Grodd hailed the work as art that ‘binds us together’.15 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentSwift gifts generous bonuses to tour crewOne dancer appeared to mouth '750,000' as fans replayed the footage.15 Dec 05:00 AM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift in tears in Disney+ doc over Southport stabbing attackShe breaks down when recalling the deaths of three girls at a Swift-themed UK dance party.13 Dec 01:13 AM
Entertainment‘I could feel myself dying’: Jelly Roll opens up about weight lossJelly Roll reveals he faced multiple heart issues before changing course.12 Dec 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘I couldn’t hold a piece of paper’: Young CEO’s burnout wake-up callWork-related stress caused Stephanie Brown's health to break down before she was even 30. 12 Dec 08:00 PM
EntertainmentMavericks singer Raul Malo dies aged 60 after cancer battleThe American musician co-founded The Mavericks in 1989 and released 13 studio albums.10 Dec 07:44 AM
EntertainmentJustin Timberlake 'doing okay' as he focuses on health after Lyme disease battleJessica Biel is standing by him as he now prioritises his health.10 Dec 02:08 AM
WorldThis musician taught an octopus to play the pianoThe 28-year-old built a 15-key underwater piano and a 'crab elevator'.09 Dec 09:39 PM
EntertainmentUK trial opens in dispute over Jimi Hendrix recordingsMusicians' estates argue they were shut out of royalties.09 Dec 09:09 PM
New Zealand'Shut up, you d***head': What spurred Don McGlashan to tell off Chris Bishop at the music awards?The 'very square peg in a very round hole' reflects on his music career.09 Dec 07:42 PM
EntertainmentJessica Simpson says pop stardom 'never felt good enough'She recalls being blocked from writing R&B songs she felt reflected her voice.09 Dec 07:13 AM
EntertainmentJung Kook on self-care and success: 'Seven' gave me confidence to evolveHe credits global hit Seven, with 2.5 billion Spotify streams, for reviving his drive.09 Dec 03:34 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Rita Paczian farewelled in jubilant Bach Musica NZ finaleThe programme paired Bach favourites with Handel's regal coronation anthems.09 Dec 01:53 AM
New ZealandWatch: Christchurch school blows away audience with Kiwi song medleyStudents sang a te reo Māori version of Crowded House’s Don’t Dream It’s Over.08 Dec 04:02 AM
World25 dead after fire engulfs Goa superclub in IndiaThe gas explosion erupted just after midnight at Birch by Romeo Lane.07 Dec 06:41 PM
EntertainmentKaty Perry and Justin Trudeau confirm romance with intimate Japan postAn insider said: "It's exactly what she needs right now."07 Dec 04:35 AM
EntertainmentSynthony performs on the forecourt of Sydney Opera HouseThe musical event brought electronic dance anthems to life with the backing of Metropolitan Orchestra conducted by Sarah-Grace Williams. Video / SuppliedWatch05 Dec 07:45 PM
EntertainmentSabrina Carpenter on 'emotionally yanked around' meaning behind album coverShe argues critics still see her as a child star and will not let her evolve.05 Dec 02:04 AM
New ZealandI'm new to this: Whanganui Ukulele Orchestra with Erin SmithWhanganui Chronicle reporter Erin Smith joins the Whanganui Ukulele Orchestra for the I’m New to This series, playing Happy Birthday with members Diane Blair and Delia Jarrett.Watch05 Dec 01:13 AM
New ZealandKaitāia Christmas event savedKaitāia Christmas parade back on after last-minute lifeline from local grocer.Watch05 Dec 12:58 AM
EntertainmentThe surprising ways NZ’s Spotify Wrapped results buck global trendsKiwis apparently sway to the beat of their own drum. 03 Dec 11:00 PM
EntertainmentBad Bunny tops 2025 Spotify Wrapped global artist rankingsBad Bunny named Spotify’s top global artist for record fourth time. 03 Dec 07:45 PM
EntertainmentKiwi fans bump into Lewis Capaldi while going for swim on Auckland waterfrontKatie and Kristi met the Scottish singer while heading for a swim at Karanga Plaza.02 Dec 03:25 AM
EntertainmentHow much Mariah Carey's Christmas hit makes her each yearThe song has helped make Carey the only artist to top the US Hot 100 in four decades.01 Dec 07:44 PM
EntertainmentWorking Class Man turns 40: Jimmy Barnes announces two NZ arena datesThe tour follows his recovery from major heart and hip surgeries.30 Nov 10:07 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Joyce DiDonato dazzles in luminous night with NZ Symphony OrchestraREVIEW: Joyce DiDonato dazzled in Berlioz' Les Nuits d'ete with NZSO and Gemma New.30 Nov 06:00 PM
Entertainment'I can't breathe': JoJo Siwa rushed to hospital before Black Friday showDoctors found a burst ovarian cyst was bleeding into JoJo Siwa's stomach.30 Nov 04:49 AM
