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Jessie J reveals early breast cancer diagnosis, plans surgery this month
'It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much, similar and worse.'

What we know about the housemate's arrest in missing teen case
Pheobe's mother urged anyone with information to contact police immediately.

Housemate arrested as police investigate teen's disappearance
Pheobe Bishop, missing since May 15, was last seen near the Queensland city of Bundaberg.

Fake my run is exactly what it sounds like
New York Times: “Believe nothing, not even people’s runs.”

'Potentially catastrophic': Youth videoed scaling 220m Auckland high-rise crane
Such stunts can be tragic for the individual and their family, a construction boss warns.

'Control your scroll': TikTok's new tools to personalise your feed
Don't want to see all your friends Euro Summer content? TikTok has you covered.

‘I don’t like essays’: How a serial uni dropout became NZ’s most promising comedian
'The student loan is very high and the knowledge is very minimal.'

Brent Carey: Why a social media ban for under-16s won't work
OPINION: Stifling youth expression won't solve digital dilemmas.

From 'Succession' to satire: HBO's latest film tackles tech elites
The film satirises tech moguls trapped in a mansion as chaos erupts outside.

Education Minister Erica Stanford opens up on family, politics and protecting kids online
The politician and mum also opens up about love and a topic close to her heart.

Sydney Sweeney is turning her bathwater into soap to connect with fans
It's good, clean fun.

Watch: Customers line outside Smith & Caughey’s for the last time
The store’s 'End of an Era Sale' began on Wednesday, attracting lines around the block.

Watch: This innovative try is dividing opinion – should it stand?
World Rugby law 8.20 requires teams to kick at goal if they've indicated intent.

Family adds to calls for action after teen dies in run it straight tackle game
'Everyone needs to step up to the mark and condemn this activity.'

Opinion: Why high-risk 'RunIt' events must be shut down
The events gained attention after a tragic copycat incident.

Teens are sexting with AI - here’s what parents should know
Minors are striking up friendly, romantic and sexual conversations with AI chatbots.

'Struggling to keep up': Support for banning under-16s from social media
Parents struggle with children’s social media use, fearing harmful content exposure.

NRL reporter speaks out on AI deepfake video using her images
Tiffany Salmond called the act a blatant attempt to undermine her safety and confidence.

Former doctor and TVNZ presenter fined for claiming HIV doesn’t exist
The tribunal would have cancelled her registration if it hadn’t already done so.

'Fully committed': Pornhub vows compliance amid EU probe
The EU is investigating four porn sites for failing to block child access.

'Overwhelming concern': 'Run it straight' final blocked from Auckland stadium
'This activity presented safety considerations that we could not overlook.'