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The best engagement rings

Designer and goldsmith Mike Piercey, has designed thousands of engagement rings, and these are among his favourites.

Talk to the Animals: What to do about animal cruelty

I feel there is a certain obligation for all of us to speak up if we find ourselves faced with a vulnerable animal being mistreated.

Five of the best places to pop the question

Megan Singleton proposes five places to pop the question on Valentine's Day.

Love search an Olympic hit

Kiwi snowboarder causes a stir at Sochi after looking for romance via Tinder dating app.

Pup helps boy's recovery

Together at last

In honour of Valentine’s Day, Living goes behind the scenes of a much-anticipated TV wedding.

Last minute love

It might be the thought that counts but when it comes to Valentine's Day, Kiwis are leaving such thoughts to the last minute.

Sibling rivalry becomes political in Abbott family

When Tony Abbott picked up one of Australia's major daily newspapers on Monday he would have seen his youngest sister on the front page passionately kissing another woman.

Jill Goldson: When in-laws drive you crazy

Relationship expert Jill Goldson tackles the common problem of in-law issues.

Talk to the Animals: What kids can learn from pets

Top tips for parents to ensure pet-keeping is a positive learning experience for younger members of the family.

Proposal follows elephant attack

Peter Pan proposes mid-show

Peter Pan marriage proposal

Watch the moment as an actress accepts real-life marriage proposal from Peter Pan during the performance. Sandor Sturbl stunned the audience and his girlfriend as he popped the question to Scots co-star Lilly-Jane Young as they performed at the Hydro in Glasgow. Video supplied by Music Hall Productions.

5 things ruining relationships

Why is it such a struggle to keep our relationships stress-free? Relationship expert Jill Goldson shares some common problems.

Blog: I'm quite liking being kind

I am counting the days until this year-long challenge is over. It will end in May, and I cannot wait to return to my former self-serving self.

Pubs 'boost mental health'

It's the excuse that many men have been waiting for - going to the pub with friends is good for their mental health.

Third of men spy on potential partners

More than a third of single men use social media to spy on potential partners - some using what they find online to cancel the first date, a survey has found.

Elisabeth Easther: My son wants pink shoes, should I care?

I am deeply ashamed of myself, pink-cheeked in fact and also terribly proud of my son, writes Elisabeth Easther.