BusinessMusk’s X pays millions in Brazil fines - to wrong accountX racked up $8.4 million in fines for failing to comply with court orders.05 Oct 04:29 AM
WorldAustralian woman allegedly dismembered husband, impersonated him on social mediaMamdouh Noufl’s remains have not been located and police doubt they ever will be.05 Oct 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Time for action on kids and social media; Chateau Tongariro solutionOPINION: 'We cannot afford to give up and allow future generations to be harmed.'04 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldSocial media survey: parents, teens call for age limit of 16'Parents are concerned about how social media is impacting young lives.'04 Oct 01:24 AM
LifestyleSigma is in, slay is out: the new slang words (and why your kids don’t want you to use them)Nothing screams 'How do you do, fellow kids?' like trying to use their slang.02 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can we really stop young teens from using social media?OPINION: Bans have had little success but unrestricted access has been disastrous.01 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleTikTok ‘sunburning’ hack won’t heal your acne - but it may put you at risk of skin cancerDon't fall for these skincare hacks.30 Sep 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour MP removes post appearing to support attack on Israel, but no apologyDamien O'Connor's post has since been removed.29 Sep 11:57 PM
BusinessIs there any truth to 'go woke, go broke'?Despite catchcry, some say being 'woke' may well benefit New Zealand businesses.29 Sep 09:58 PM
Travel newsTech blackout: Methven has a 'meth' problemVisitors keen to explore the town's 'natural highs' are coming up short.26 Sep 04:18 AM
Lifestyle'She deserved the purse': Mum's anonymous act of kindness goes viralA discovery in a baby aisle reminded one woman how much mothers sacrifice.24 Sep 01:08 AM
LifestyleHow to stop mindless scrolling and create a dopamine menuNeuroscientist says creating a dopamine menu can make your days all the more joyful.22 Sep 10:13 PM
LifestyleCan mouth-taping lead to a better night’s sleep?Is it a legitimate health practice, or just another online fad?20 Sep 01:46 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTrump Media stock tumbles as big shareholders now free to sellNew York Times: Former president now free to see US$1.8 billion worth of stock.19 Sep 08:30 PM
TravelDo you have 'gatexiety' when travelling?The latest social media trend isn't necessarily a bandwagon you want to join.18 Sep 09:18 PM
EntertainmentMrBeast: YouTuber sued for alleged abusesThe lawsuit claims sexual harassment, injury and 'culture of misogyny and sexism'.18 Sep 08:20 PM
New ZealandGift parcel scam operating overseas targets TaurangaOverseas scammers using QR code to access mobile phone data.18 Sep 04:07 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleInstagram, facing pressure over child safety online, unveils sweeping changesNew York Times: New safety features aim to protect teens from online risks.17 Sep 10:36 PM
OpinionOpinion: Teens and social media - striking the balance between freedom and responsibilityOPINION: An age ban may seem like a quick fix but it ignores a few crucial realities.17 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeTikTok warns of ‘staggering’ consequences from US divest-or-ban lawFinancial Times: Chinese app's lawyer asks federal appeals court to throw out ban.16 Sep 10:35 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: Big tech’s political influence on debate and public watchdogsOPINION: The charity Netsafe is increasingly regarded as NZ’s 'internet police'.16 Sep 08:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia Robinson: Netsafe's social media stance out of touchOPINION: One in four Kiwi teens face mental illness as social media risks escalate.15 Sep 04:33 AM
World27yo man enrols in high school to prey on teensZachary Scheich was sentenced to 85 to 120 years in US prison.14 Sep 10:43 PM
TravelStop harassing celebrity baby pygmy hippo, zoo visitors warnedTwo-month-old Moo Deng has won hearts across Asia.13 Sep 11:21 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessShould NZ follow Australia’s social media ban for teens? Netsafe's suprising takePlus: Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden weighs in.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandBanning kids from social media won’t solve anything – Netsafe'A lot of young people rely on their social media spaces to get support.'12 Sep 08:28 AM
LifestyleWhat's the deal with guys getting perms?From TikTok trends to suburban salons, what’s behind the Zoomer perm's growing popularity?11 Sep 05:00 AM
Entertainment'Betrayed': Late Linkin Park star’s son slams band'You’re just senile and tone deaf. Insane.'11 Sep 12:14 AM
PremiumPremiumAged careFake ‘Christopher Luxon cancels your pension’ story sparks alarm among elderlyFuneral scams and increasingly fancy catfish fraudsters cause concern and frustration.10 Sep 04:47 AM
PoliticsCould NZ follow suit? Luxon questioned on Aussie plans for minimum age for social mediaThe PM is following developments globally.10 Sep 12:06 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUS accuses Google of dominating ad tech market as antitrust trial beginsFinancial Times: Latest clash as Google has landmark loss in separate case over search.09 Sep 06:55 PM
LifestyleWill taking a magnesium supplement help your anxiety? TikTok seems to think soA naturopath helps simplify the online discourse around magnesium and its benefits.09 Sep 05:00 PM
TaxIRD gives thousands of taxpayers' details to social media platforms for adsHashing slammed as a mass 'betrayal' of taxpayers.08 Sep 07:46 PM
Travel‘Female rage’: Is there merit to manspreading on flights?'My rage could never,' one person wrote.08 Sep 06:07 PM