Researchers found people who were more introspective tended to have larger volumes of nerve tissue in an area of the prefrontal cortex.

Beleaguered singer George Michael has been placed in solitary confinement for his own safety after inmate taunts.

Helena McAlpine's garden gate is broken and her dog has been roaming the neighbourhood.

Falling in love comes at a cost that does not include flowers or bar bills, a new study has found.

New Zealanders of all ages are dancing their way to health and happiness with Latin American dance classes. Jennifer Little finds out more.

Dita De Boni wonders what can possibly be done to protect children who are encountering squalor and neglect at home.

Irish author Cathy Kelly talks to Stephen Jewell about her new novel and the importance of multi-tasking.

Jack Johnson's most adventurous album yet is a heartfelt tribute to his late father, the man who introduced him to the sea.

Marmite is celebrating its 100th year in New Zealand by reuniting 100 kiwis with their loved ones from overseas for Christmas.

Christmases in Switzerland, red-carpet premieres in Cannes, fishing expeditions off the front deck ... Life for the super-wealthy can be pretty fabulous. But, you don't need to be rich to lead such a covetable lifestyle.

At New Zealand Fashion Week, some of our top wedding dress designs will be taking to the catwalk. We talk to organiser and editor of NZ Weddings magazine, Melissa Gardi, about the show.

Dita De Boni on how the welfare reforms might impact solo parents.

When the scales show you've put on ten kilos over three years, you have to do something about it, writes Dita De Boni.

In western nations, fewer people than ever are getting married, yet studies show that tying the knot will make you happier.

Prime Minister John Key has appeared alongside actor Hugh Jackman in a video made by an Australian man for his Kiwi wife.

The Govt will introduce mandatory automatic payments as it seeks to crack down on what is now $2b in overdue child support.

People should not be able to whip out their iphones, log on to Facebook, send a friend request, then stand over you until you accept it.