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US TV superstar’s NZ visit, haka date; PM's inner-circle shake-up - chief press secretary quits

TV industry takes on PM over 6pm news comment; Stuff drops daily news podcast.

David Dallas on the importance of small music venues

David Dallas speaks about why we need to highlight small venues to save live music. Video / Carson Bluck, Lana Andelane

Hit-and-run death: Advertising employer removes social media post; TV boss and mystery alias; PM's crack at 6pm news

PM: No one watches 6pm news any more; One NZ's agency move; Paul Henry on Lachlan Murdoch.

Diddy or didn't he? Mounting allegations against rap mogul allege 16 years of abuse and crimes

The music mogul was arrested on charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking.

Luke Combs announces two record-breaking Eden Park shows

The country star will return to Aotearoa after a sell-out Auckland show in August 2023.

Taylor Swift’s Kamala Harris endorsement highlights music's role in the US election

In a tight US Presidential race, music has the potential to make a big difference.

The secret science of Taskmaster: ‘It’s embarrassing nonsense, but it’s also good TV’

Taskmaster’s success lies in its blend of childishness and creativity.

From trauma to triumph: Is Baby Reindeer creator and star ready for the spotlight?

Telegraph: Gadd’s journey from stand-up comedy to Emmy stardom was never smooth.

'Undeniable': Miley Cyrus sued for allegedly copying Bruno Mars hit

Flowers won Record of the Year at the 2023 Grammys.

Lady Gaga slams university FB group that said she'd 'never be famous'

'Stefani Germanotta, you will never be famous' was a page set up by her former classmates.

Repair Shop presenter charged with controlling behaviour

According to court documents, the charge relates to his estranged wife.

Karate Kid star Chad McQueen has died aged 63

Actor and son of movie icon Steve McQueen passes away at his ranch in California.

Karl Puschmann: Doco-series Chimp Crazy is so wild it makes Tiger King look tame

Review: The maker of Tiger King puts the spotlight on an even more bananas community.

Watch: Jon Bon Jovi praised for heroic act

The singer was with a camera crew on the bridge when he was alerted to a nearby incident.

Justin Timberlake cuts plea deal for lesser charge in DUI case

The singer’s legal team has been asking for the case to be dismissed.

What an expanded James Bond universe might look like

Here are the Fleming spin-offs and prequels that could be.

Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for president: 'I've done my research'

The singer said the threat of AI prompted her to be 'transparent' with voters.

Two rough years: Wētā FX books losses of $190m

Sir Peter Jackson's special effects group's financials are now public for the first time.