New research finds how customers feel about being asked to donate at the checkout.
Life
Tuesday 6:00am
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Your body clock is an amazingly precise internal timing system, but how does it work?
Mon, Dec 15
With over 280,000 Kiwis working more than 50 hours per week, you're not alone. But maybe it's time for a new strategy?
From setting a budget to creating your own traditions, here are expert recommendations to avoid financial stress this holiday season.
Sun, Dec 14
Alice Taylor's easy, delicious treats will bring more joy than (almost) anything money could buy.
As she steps into the role of weeknight presenter of 1News at Six, Melissa Stokes looks back on a career packed with adventures and the odd disturbing moment.
Sat, Nov 29
On the ten-year anniversary of the tragic death of Jonah Lomu, his widow Nadene and teen sons Brayley and Dhyreille sat down with John Campbell for a frank, emotional interview.
Tue, Nov 18
One of the most familiar faces in local television has made a return as the host of The Chase New Zealand.
Sun, Nov 9
The service employs the rules of 'intentional dating', no swiping, texting or even photos allowed.
Sun, Nov 30
There was a time when New Zealand companies spent big on rewarding their employees with raucous Christmas parties that often encouraged bad behaviour.
Business
Mon, Dec 8
Something contagious happens when people engage together in a meaningful activity that sparks positive emotions.
World
Mon, Nov 24
A growing body of research suggests that when we eat may be nearly as important as what we eat.
Sun, Nov 23
Online services are offering home blood tests and fast-track access to treatment.
Sat, Nov 22
There's science behind whether our clothes stay as cosy as ever or emerge next winter yellowed, brittle and ridden with holes, writes Nisa Salim.
Wed, Dec 10
The owner of the music and arts festival said ticket sales for next-year's edition had been "lower than hoped".
Tuesday 8:41am
Trollope's bestselling novels charted domestic and romantic travails in well-heeled rural England.
Sat, Dec 13
Fri, Dec 12
Thu, Dec 11
The days before Christmas and after New Year often give financial analysts a glimpse into the financial health of the year to come.
The convenient mode of shopping is rife this holiday season but consumers are advised to enter these agreements carefully.
A team of microbiologists explains the role of oral bacteria.
But sorry, those quick fix 'miracle hacks' that the internet loves to offer us are usually too good to be true.
It's about tuning into what you truly desire, and ignorning everything else.
Sun, Dec 7
Marina van Dijk, 64, has followed a vegetarian/vegan diet for 48 years, and raised her 27-year-old son as a vegetarian too.
Sat, Dec 6
While this sounds incredibly sad and concerning, doctors and scientists have cast doubts on the technology used and its growing commercialisation.
Fri, Dec 5
December is a perfect storm for anyone trying to cut back on drinking.
Wed, Dec 3
The class includes semaglutide, the drug marketed in Australia as Ozempic.
Tue, Dec 2
Experts say that the everyday drink can influence the activity of thousands of genes inside our immune cells.
OPINION: If you're looking to create a budget-friendly festive feast, look no further than the humble chicken.
Tattoos are a powerful form of self-expression and a cornerstone of modern identity, but scientists still do not know how any potential effects might unfold over time.
Playing a vital role in digestion and blood sugar regulation, the pancreas organ is crucial for keeping good health.
Thu, Nov 27
As the annual shopper's holiday approaches, experts say Black Friday is not just a day of discounts- but a psychological event, carefully designed to take advantage of how our brains make decisions.
Tue, Nov 25
OPINION: There's no perfect time, but procrastination can equal lost opportunity.
It’s that time of year when the to-do list can feel out of control and your energy tank is running low. Deep breath. There's a way through this.
