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Whitcoulls Recommends: We Burn Daylight and Cher: The Memoir, Part One
We Burn Daylight by Bret Anthony Johnston. This is a novel based on the infamous 1993 Waco siege between the FBI and a cult known as the Branch Davidians (named...
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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade celebrates 98 years
It's a big weekend for the US, with Thanksgiving and Black Friday bringing Americans together for another year. The holiday has evolved beyond eating turkey and...
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The Sunday Panel: How can Labour turn their image around?
This week on the Sunday Panel, editor and journalist Jo McCarroll and TV producer Irene Gardiner joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week...
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Diet disparity: How do eating habits create health inequalities?
Research has revealed a poor diet is one of the leading factors behind overall health inequality. Grocery prices and the ongoing cost of living crisis has turned...
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'Game-changer': New research unveils new treatment for asthma attacks
Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are significant health challenges, with asthma affecting around 600,000 New Zealanders - with one in seven...
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Mike Van de Elzen: Tips for the perfect Christmas platter
Christmas day platters: The Christmas countdown is on - meaning it's the season of sharing platters and pre-dinner nibbles. Pickled vegetables Cook time: 5 minutes Prep...
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'Gives some hope': Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer opens up about successful new cancer treatment
Professor Richard Scolyer has helped transform the treatment of skin cancer in his role at the Melanoma Institute of Australia and his research has also helped aid...
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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast: 01 December 2024
On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 1st December 2024, The Block Australia host Scott Cam stops by the studio to dish the dirt...
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Ludwig: New BBC dramedy set to air on TVNZ
TV fans looking for a mystery drama with a few laughs are in luck - as a new series out of the UK is set to premiere on TVNZ. Ludwig stars David Mitchell and Anna...
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Francesca Rudkin: Is it too late for the Aussie social media ban?
Go the Aussies! They have drawn a line in the sand and done what no other Government has been brave enough to do. They’re standing up to global social media companies...
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The Block Australia celebrates 20-season milestone
The Block Australia has celebrated a significant milestone. The popular home renovation competition show has begun its 20th season, and fans from both sides of the...
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Kiwi woman reveals how lung transplant gave her a second chance at life
Jess van Slooten is among the hundreds of Kiwis whose life was saved by receiving an organ transplant. At 22, she was diagnosed with a serious lung condition - which...
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Notre-Dame Cathedral set to reopen after five-year restoration
It's been five years since a devastating fire gutted Paris' Notre-Dame Cathedral - but the wait is almost over. The 12th-century cathedral, one of the French capital's...
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Thomas Coughlan: Will Labour put a capital gains tax forward?
The Labour Party is on a mission to win voters back - and the calls for change have been well-received. Labour is holding its annual conference in Christchurch...
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How can Labour win back voters by 2026?
The Labour Party is focused on winning back New Zealanders. It's holding its annual conference in Christchurch this weekend - the first time its members have met...
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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2024
On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 10th November 2024, Matty Matheson is best known to Kiwis as Neil Fak on Emmy Award winning...
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Whitcoulls Recommends: Time of the Child and The Voice Inside
Time of the Child by Niall Williams. Set in a small Irish village, this tells the story of Dr Jack Troy who lives quietly with his unmarried daughter Ronnie. Their...
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How to travel for an international marathon
Travelling internationally to run a marathon might not be on everyone's bucket list, but it's a growing trend. People come from far and wide to take part in the...
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The Sunday Panel: Will Trump be a better leader than Biden?
This week on The Sunday Panel, director at Capital and political commentator Ben Thomas and senior PR consultant at One Plus One Communications Damien Venuto joined...
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Erin O'Hara: How can we prevent end-of-year burnout?
End-of-year burnout is a concern plenty of us grapple with ahead of the Christmas season - but how can we get ahead of it? Workplace stress, holiday obligations,...
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2025 Grammy Awards: Beyonce leads with 11 nominations
Beyonce is set to dominate at the 2025 Grammy Awards, as she's leading the pack with 11 nominations. It's already a history-making moment for Beyonce - she and her...
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Meditations for Mortals: New books reveals unexpected secret for improving your life
Author Oliver Burkeman's new book offers readers a reality check on their own limitations - and reveals there's benefits to knowing how finite life is. Meditations...
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Research reveals what standing on one leg can reveal about your health
If you're over 50 and can stand on one leg for at least 30 seconds, you may be aging well, according to recent research published in the journal PLOS ONE. Unipedal...
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Francesca Rudkin: We all want new infrastructure - but this is getting frustrating
It’s understandable Auckland CBD's retail and hospitality businesses' initial reaction was one of concern after learning Auckland’s train network will close for...
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Mike Van de Elzen: Great Meatloaf
Great Meatloaf Cook time: 1 hour Prep time: 30 minutes Serves: 6-8 1 white onion, finely diced 500g pork mince 500g beef mince 1 ½ cups grated courgettes 2...
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Adam Pearse: Is the Treaty Principles Bill dead in the water?
The four-page Treaty Principles Bill has been introduced - and will be the subject of Parliament debate next week. Many are wondering about the bill's future, given...
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Matty Matheson talks sandwiches, cooking and 'The Bear'
Matty Matheson is best known to TV fans as loveable handyman Neil Fak on hit series The Bear - but he's got plenty of real-world experience in the world of food. But...
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West Coast weather: Authorities assessing damage after record-breaking rain deluge
Clean ups are underway as the West Coast recovers from a deluge of rain. Franz Josef experienced its wettest 24 hours in more than four decades - prompting a state...
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Nancy Pelosi suggests Democrats may have fared better if Biden dropped out sooner
Days after Republican candidate Donald Trump won the US presidential election, former House speaker Nancy Pelosi blamed Joe Biden for not leaving the race sooner. Pelosi...
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The future of insurance: How will climate change impact premiums?
Climate change is fuelling a significant increase in insurance premiums, with experts wondering who should cover the costs. There's been an elevation in insurance...
