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Royals

'May die with cancer': Palace insider on King Charles' health
King Charles, 76, revealed his cancer diagnosis 18 months ago.

Meghan shares video of her twerking while pregnant with Princess Lilibet
The Duchess of Sussex has released a video of herself twerking while pregnant with Princess Lilibet to celebrate her daughter’s fourth birthday.

Watch: Meghan shares video of twerking while pregnant with Princess Lilibet
The post marked Lilibet’s fourth birthday with new family photos.

Prince William jokes about family as rift with Harry continues
William joked families can be a 'mixed bag' amid his rift with his brother.

Man arrested at Windsor Castle for trespass, drug possession
Police say the suspect, in his 30s, was found at the royal estate with Class A drugs.

New details emerge on Harry and Meghan's naming of daughter Lilibet
They claimed the late Queen approved, but a source says she was told after.
Relationships

What Kiwis get wrong about wills, according to a family lawyer
Around 50% of Kiwis don't have a will. Here's why you should.

Are dating apps bad for your mental health?
'People are constantly looking for validation and a dopamine rush that doesn't happen.'

Divorce lawyer describes common trends that lead to Kiwi couples splitting
Barrister Sharon Chandra discusses what she observes NZ couples doing repeatedly.
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Jesse Mulligan: NZ's best guacamole is found in ... Havelock North?
Our roaming restaurant reviewer finds a Latin American restaurant to write home about.

The top 30 winners from this year's Viva Beauty Awards 2025, as voted by you
Discover every winning brand, person and product from this year’s awards.

Serve this vegetarian-friendly mushroom spaghetti for dinner tonight
Shitake mushrooms add a rich, earthy flavour to the spaghetti, while gorgonzola adds funk.

Maxine Kelly on the journey to add her own designs to Underlena’s lingerie line
Underlena's Maxine Kelly has designed three styles that fit the brief.

Jesse Mulligan: Where to throw a surprise lunch in Auckland
Plus, student-friendly restaurants and how to choose a special bottle of wine.

How Italian home cooks make their pasta taste so good
It’s not necessarily the pasta water. It’s the marriage of starch, cheese and water.
Food & Drink

Why your shopping habits reveal more than you think
Global tastes, gut health and grab-and-go – how Kiwi pantries got their 2020s glow-up.

Why your child is a picky eater - and what parents can do about it
Expert tips on why kids resist certain foods and how to encourage adventurous eating.

Slow-cooking secrets: How to master flavourful meals with ease
Master the art of slow cooking with essential methods, tips and flavour secrets
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