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Cafe forced to find new name for popular 'Cinna-buns' after cease-and-desist
Hill House Cafe is in desperate need of a new name for its cinnamon buns.
This common cause of bloating has nothing to do with food
Abdomino-phrenic dyssynergia may be to blame for frequent bloating in many people.
Why kids today are still obsessed with the Titanic
New York Times: So you think you know a lot about the Titanic ...
Meghan Markle apologises over lifestyle brand order issue
A website issue allowed purchases of items already out of stock.
King and Queen mark anniversary with photo in Rome
The couple will celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary at a state banquet.
A Minecraft Movie achieves record-breaking box office feat
The NZ-filmed movie had the biggest US opening since Deadpool & Wolverine.
Royals
'She is his rock': King Charles, Queen Camilla celebrate 20 years of marriage
'They’re very affectionate but not sentimental,' says a source who knows them both well.
Meghan Markle apologises over lifestyle brand order issue
A website issue allowed purchases of items already out of stock.
King and Queen mark anniversary with photo in Rome
The couple will celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary at a state banquet.
King Charles dragged into Prince Andrew Chinese spy scandal
A senior adviser to the Duke of York claims the monarch was aware of the investment fund.
Prince Harry attacks ‘blatant lies’ in charity race row
Prince Harry and Lesotho's Prince Seeiso both resigned amid infighting and racism claims.
Duchess of Sussex’s new lifestyle brand As Ever sells out fast
Eight products sold out in 30 minutes after going live on the website.
Relationships
Four things I learned about relationships after watching a season of MAFS
OPINION: From gaslighting to grim groom behaviour, Mafs was full of cautionary tales.
Identical twin sisters marry twin brothers in unique double wedding
Identical twins found love and married in a one-of-a-kind double ceremony.
‘Be gone horrible woman!‘: Bride and groom battle at brutal final vows
OPINION: Mafs is drawing to a close, but the drama is far from over.
The science behind Gaba: Can this naturally occurring substance give you the same buzz as alcohol?
Telegraph: Gaba is the wellness world’s latest buzzword.
How to keep your kids safe online
Kids are growing up online, deeply immersed in social media and video games.
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'It's still sinking in': Amisfield's Vaughan Mabee on placing third in the world's best restaurants
'It’s truly exciting to watch something unfold, as we have, from the ground up.'
Jesse Mulligan: Redemption is delicious at this Italian Karangahape Road restaurant
Everyone loves a comeback story and Otto is well worth a visit.
Bottle the best thing about autumn with this tamarind and feijoa chutney
It's a recipe that prolongs the feijoa's fleeting season.
Top model Ngahuia Williams on her career pivot to photography
A debut photography exhibition offers this creative a fresh perspective.
Appearance medicine has entered its ‘undetectable era’: What you need to know
Forget over-filled, frozen faces. The 2025 beauty aesthetic favours a more 'natural' look.
What iD Dunedin Fashion Show guests wore to the 2025 runway
Attendees dressed as individuals in Ōtepoti, donning plaid, sequins and graphic tees.
Food & Drink
Is kimchi ice cream the cool new food trend?
From celery to cheese and crackers, savoury ice creams are the new food fashion.
Soba to spaghetti: Why chilled noodles are the perfect summer meal
Cool down with flavour-packed chilled noodle dishes – easy, versatile and delicious.
Cold brew, hot summer: How to make the perfect iced coffee at home
Beat the heat with DIY iced coffee.
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