Life And Society
When Valentine’s Day forces a relationship reckoning
For couples who have been struggling for months, the holiday can force people to confront questions they may have been postponing, like 'are we happy?'
OpShop Rummage: St John, Howick, AK
East Auckland is where we head for this week's OpShop, St John's in Howick - Nathan talks with Becs Higham. Audio
Is 'redshirting' best for your child?
Why some parents say delaying the start of school - and what the evidence says.
Toilet equity: Fighting for the right to pee
There are known reasons why this apparent toilet inequity occurs - and experts say - known solutions.
What’s the best way to remove a splinter?
They may not be a matter of life and death, but knowing how to remove a splinter correctly can relieve someone from ongoing pain or subsequent complications.
Who is megastar Bad Bunny and why he sings in Puerto Rican Spanish
The Grammy Award-winning singer uses his music to uplift his culture and protest colonisation.
Two common phrases that don't help when a child is in pain
Kids learn from their parents' reactions whether feeling pain can be safe or is always a disaster.
Yarns, pottery, woodwork and happy mail: The rise of analogue hobbies
Crafters are carving out space offline, allowing them to let off steam, slow down, make friends. It's even becoming a social movement.
How an ancestry DNA test can potentially blow up your life
Before you spit in the tube, there are some important things to consider.
A tale of two waka
Every Waitangi weekend, Māori and Pakehā come together at the popular Lake Rotoiti Wooden and Classic Boat Parade.
The Panel with Mark Knoff-Thomas and Kathryn Graham, Part 2
In part two, the Government is in talks with the Trump administration on a critical minerals deal - Greenpeace executive director Russel Norman says that puts New Zealand at risk of becoming a pawn in… Audio
'Girl queen and a bit of skin': The thrifted and homemade outfits of Laneway
Some wore cowboy hats and sparkly clothes that paid tribute to headliner Chappell Roan, but almost all had borrowed, thrifted or made their outfits.
The Pre-Panel for 5 February 2026
Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest preview tonight's instalment of The Panel. Audio
Survival Guide to Laneway Festival
Laneway Festival is on at Auckland's Western Springs Park today with some big stars like Chappelle Roan headlining along with lots of local acts. Gates opened at 1230 and the event ends at 10pm, so… Audio
Relationships: How can you heal a family feud?
Here to help navigate the issues is Professor Kirsty Ross from Massey University's School of Psychology. This week she's looking at family feuds, outspoken friends and thin-skinned colleagues. Audio
Leaders and dignitaries welcomed at Waitangi
Leaders and dignitaries have been welcomed on to the Treaty grounds at Waitangi. RNZ Acting political editor, Craig McCulloch spoke to Guyon Espiner from Waitangi. Audio
A Harry Potter villain is now an unlikely new-year mascot in China
With the Year of the Horse in view, an unexpected face has emerged in China as a symbol of fortune.
The psychology of queuing
Chief Social Scientist at the Curiosity Company Carl Davidson explains why human beings love forming single-file queues. Audio
Should I take a fish oil supplement for my heart, joints or mood?
Modern interest in fish oil for health surged in the '70s.
The Kiwi costume designer getting global attention
Kate Hawley is at the top of her game, Oscar and BAFTA nominated for her work on Frankenstein.
