Stories by Jogai Bhatt
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Use them or lose them? Why we need to go to the flicks
Watching movies at home on the sofa might be easy, but it's no match for watching them on the big screen, film buffs say. Video
What happens when a makeup artist loses his sight?
Ari Kerssens grew up watching queer makeup artists on YouTube and enrolled in a makeup course towards the end of school. It all changed when he lost most of his sight at age 19. Video
Review: Squid Game season two
The wait is finally over - the highly anticipated second season of Squid Game is available to stream on Netflix. Video
What is (and isn't) open on Christmas Day
I need a last minute Christmas gift, are any shops open? What if I forgot my share of the potluck?
Under-18s barred from Auckland's Laneway Festival despite already buying tickets
An application to admit younger patrons has been rejected.
The most common injuries at Christmas
Be careful carving your ham and take it easy hanging up festive decor. Audio
Can you leave your cat or dog alone overnight?
With summer in full swing, it's easy to start thinking about a quick getaway. But what about your pets?
What happened when Conan O'Brien went on Shortland Street?
The US comedian and talkshow host delivered two minutes of pure, absurd genius as Dr Aiden Archer.
From Hollywood to Hobbiton: Stars arrive at War of the Rohirrim film premiere
The red carpet was rolled out at Hobbiton for the New Zealand premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.
Review - The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
Sure, you might have seen various versions of Tolkien's classic epic, but this one makes the story feel new again, writes Jogai Bhatt.
What's all the fuss about Spotify Wrapped?
Taylor Swift, Joe Rogan, and Prince Harry made for some interesting results.
How to cool your house without turning on the aircon
Keeping the aircon on full blast might feel tempting, but your bank account won't thank you.
Troye Sivan review: A sweaty blur of euphoric bliss
For 75 minutes on Monday night, Auckland's Spark Arena was transformed into a euphoric nightclub experience for the closing night of Troye Sivan's Something To Give Each Other Tour.
The dirtiest (and cleanest) beaches in Auckland
Bad news - there's poop in the water all the time. Audio
Rocket launch in China captured by photographer in Otago
It was 4am on a Sunday morning, and Darryl Jones had just been rattled awake when he noticed something peculiar outside his window.
Rock legends ZZ Top announce New Zealand shows
The rock'n'roll legends will bring their Elevation Tour to Auckland's Spark Arena and Wellington's TSB Arena next May.
What does it take to be the best 'content creator' in New Zealand?
"How should I start today's argument - should I start with 'I told you so'? Or should I start with 'you should have listened to me'?" Lisa Perese-Cullen asks her followers.
What's going on with all the celebrity lookalike contests?
Mop-haired, square-jawed Timothee Chalamet copycats have started a movement of lookalike contests.
Why singing along to Wicked won't make you popular
The world's largest cinema chain has banned audience participation at musical Wicked. Kiwi fans have their say.
After The Party wins big at 2024 NZ TV Awards
The TVNZ drama has taken home a record haul at the 2024 New Zealand Television Awards, while RNZ won several honours.
Sitting around watching cat videos? Don't feel bad, it's research
A new study is calling for participants to watch and respond to cat videos.
The rise of super-sized sandwiches
"There's definitely a way to build a sandwich," says deli boss Nick Landsman, describing how he bunches up mortadella so it hits the mouth just right.
Meet the Kiwis chasing storms across the US
While most people are seeking shelter during a storm, some Kiwi storm chasers drive steadfastly towards the chaos.