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R&B; star Erykah Badu has been named the new face of fashion house Givenchy.

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Oz model Elle Macpherson has been accused of taking part in a "conspiracy" to cover up claims her billionaire husband was…

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Alex Robertson reviews two Lonely Planet titles aimed at the younger members of the family.

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Genes are a bigger influence on exam results than teachers, schools or the family, new British research has shown.

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One of the best bartenders in the country, Guy Jacobson, reveals to Live & Style Editor Nicky Park the…

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The fastest talker in the world has landed in New Zealand, showing off her speedy skills to Life & Style Editor Nicky Park…

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Doing regular exercise is the most effective single lifestyle choice people can make to reduce their risk of dementia.

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A new baby bouncer complete with iPad holder which has gone on sale is a sign of the drive to market digital products at…

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The fastest talker in the world, Fran Capa, has flown from New York for a whirlwind tour of the North Island to promote…

The fall of more than a quarter in the prevalence of smoking, hailed by tobacco-control groups, mirrors…

1. More Kiwis stub out smoking habit

A small French café has taken the old adage that manners don’t cost you anything to its logical extreme – by charging extra…

1. The Dish: foodie news

1. A taste for the Sunday best

1. NZ's top wine named (+win)

The 15-year search for a pill that boosts sexual desire in women has hit another roadblock, raising questions about the…

1. Sports stars at UN speak out against homophobia

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Books editor Linda Herrick and her team of reviewers reveal their top reads for all ages and tastes.

1. Viva's hot list for 2013

1. Christmas colour adds to students' appeal

1. Bad sex in fiction shortlist