Stories by Isra'a Emhail
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How to get rid of head lice and what to do when you can't afford treatment
As parents, teachers and children start getting ready for term one, families will be on the lookout for itchy scalps caused by head lice. Audio
Head lice frustrations driving some parents to risky treatments
iSpyNits founder Kate Ricketts says she's heard of parents resorting to drastic measures to get rid of nits, including kerosene, fly spray and flea treatment.
Is there any truth to the 'five-second rule'?
What doctors say about eating food after you've dropped it.
Last chance to see once-in-a-lifetime comet
It last passed nearby 180,000 years ago and the next few nights could be your last chance to ever see it as it drifts over New Zealand skies.
Music therapy helps girl navigate neurodivergent life
Kiara tried many things to help her navigate a neurodivergent life, but her parents found she flourished the most with her weekly music therapy sessions.
What does the US TikTok ban mean for New Zealand?
Will you still get access to new recipes, cleaning hacks and dance videos from the US? Maybe not over the long-term.
The specialist removing insects from ears at least once a week
When Marg Hunt heard there were hundreds of cockroach-linked ACC claims, she laughed: "That's bread and butter for me."
What if your teen's NCEA results aren't what they wanted?
The nerve-racking wait is over today, for better or worse. Video
What's the guidance around mowing your lawn?
Ever been woken by the whirring of your neighbour's lawnmower? Here's what you need to know about the etiquette and guidance for mowing lawns.
The massive effort behind cleaning up after Rhythm and Vines
What happens behind the scenes so that 20,000 can party in the sprawling 700,000sqm Waiohika Estate in Gisborne.
Musician's work with underprivileged children makes her proud
Suzanne Prentice, a CNZM in this year's New Year Honours, has performed with Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash - but her work with underprivileged children is what makes her proudest.
Error found in viral black plastic spatula study
While estimating the potential toxic chemical exposure from recycled black plastic spatulas, the researchers did not multiply correctly.
Can pets get carsick?
If you're hitting the road this summer and planning to take your cat or dog with you, it's time to start thinking about how you can get them adjusted to long car rides.
How to make your tech devices' batteries last longer
Why can't my battery phone's battery last when driving between towns? There could be several ways your battery is being drained without you realising how.
Critics Choice: NZ stars and Kiwi spinoff show score nominations
New Zealand-born actress Anna Sawai, Kiwi actor Antony Starr and the What We Do in the Shadows spinoff will face some tough competition.
Family healing through music after father's serious brain injury
After being told their patriarch may have only a year to live, the Nicholsons have found a place of healing: "Out of things that aren't so good comes joy and happiness."
James Nokise wins Topp comedy prize
The stand-up hopes his win inspires more Pasifika to achieve whatever they aspire to.
How to watch this year's last 'significant' meteor shower
A meteor shower considered to be one of the best will peak this weekend, but a full Moon may impact how much of it we see.
The question Muslim women face every summer
Some people think nothing of asking complete strangers wearing hijabs personal questions. It does not stop there.
New Zealand's most Googled terms for 2024
From All Blacks to US elections and Liam Payne, here's what Kiwis asked Google about this year.
What to know if you want to give pre-loved Christmas gifts
"It's about putting care into the process, and people really appreciate that."
Are all sunscreens created equal?
Which sunscreen offers the best protection? Are more expensive ones better?
How often should you clean your heat pump?
As we swelter in the summer heat, no doubt we'll be busting out the fans and cranking up the ACs - but when was the last time you cleaned them? And how often do you need to?