Anne Hegerty

How an autism diagnosis at 47 helped turn 'Governess' Anne Hegerty's life around

She's one of The Chase's biggest stars, but it took decades before Anne Hegerty learned to understand her unusual mind and manage her life.

6:00am

Insert: Hilary Barry with Oprah Winfrey in 2015.

'I like the feeling of walking into fear': Hilary Barry on hosting Oprah

Hilary Barry was wracked with nerves when she interviewed Oprah a decade ago, and expects to be again when they share a stage in December.

6:00am

You don't need to be a fitness expert to go for a run.

Coco Pops before your marathon? What's the perfect pre-race menu

You've spent months pounding the pavement in preparation for the big race - here's how to fuel effectively to sustain your energy.

Thu, Oct 30

5:50

Are kids really that much more expensive now than they used to be?

How much does it really cost to raise a child? Here's the maths

With Australians having fewer children, Ben Phillips investigates whether costs are a factor.

Thu, Oct 30

1:30

For most of human history, a continuous eight-hour snooze was not the norm.

Don't sleep through the night? Don’t worry, there was a time when no one did

Darren Rhodes examines why humans used to sleep in two segments, and what changed that.

Thu, Oct 30

1:30

People

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Hilary Barry to host Oprah Winfrey's live Auckland show

Seven Sharp presenter Hilary Barry says she's "thrilled" to be moderating Oprah Winfrey's single event in New Zealand.

Friday 7:28pm

Life Issues

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Inside NZ's first legal magic mushroom trip: 'I felt big emotions to my core'

A Christchurch woman who felt life was no longer worth living has become the first person to take clinically prescribed psilocybin to help treat her depression.

Wed, Oct 29

Arts and Culture

This September 16, 2016 file image made from a video shows the 18-karat toilet, titled America, by Maurizio Cattelan in the restroom of the Solomon R Guggenheim Museum in New York.

A solid gold toilet is up for auction with a $17 million starting price

The artist has said America satirises excessive wealth: “Whatever you eat, a $200 lunch or a $2 hot dog, the results are the same, toilet-wise.”

8:25am

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Hilary Barry to host Oprah Winfrey's live Auckland show

Seven Sharp presenter Hilary Barry says she's "thrilled" to be moderating Oprah Winfrey's single event in New Zealand.

Friday 7:28pm

Kids and teenagers can't stop repeating and laughing about the viral term "6-7".

Dictionary.com's word of the year is '6-7' - What does it mean?

Friday 8:47am

Tourists visit the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, Egypt.

Grand Egyptian Museum showcasing 50,000 artefacts to open after 20 years

Thu, Oct 30

For most people who think they react to gluten, gluten itself is rarely the cause.

Why your gluten sensitivity might be something else entirely

In one trial people's symptoms improved, even when gluten was reintroduced to their diet.

Wed, Oct 29

The initiatives are largely attracting the age group experiencing the most loneliness.

The rise of friend making events combating the loneliness epidemic

Several in-person friend making initiatives have launched in New Zealand this year, largely attracting the age group experiencing the most loneliness.

Tue, Oct 28

How to move closer to your dreams while paying your bills: five simple steps

How to move closer to your dreams while paying your bills: five simple steps

Is your job something you do to survive, while you constantly dream of a different life? Here's how to move toward what you want, realistically.

Mon, Oct 27

Legal polygyny allows a man to have multiple wives.

New research says polygyny (one husband, multiple wives) has plus sides

Polygyny, which is illegal in New Zealand, has economic and social advantages, according to a recent study. But does that mean it's harmless?

Sun, Oct 26

Five fresh facts to keep in mind next time you hit the supermarket

Five fresh facts to keep in mind next time you hit the supermarket

We hear a lot of the same nutritional advice again and again, but there are still items right under our noses that are healthier (or less healthy) than we might think.

Sun, Oct 26

Angela and Ed McKnight (Composite image: Vania Chandrawidjaja)

What do two financial advisors with no kids spend on groceries?

In the latest in our Receipt Reveal series, Ed McKnight is an economist who describes his weekly shop as "profligate" and "different".

Sat, Oct 25

The 'military sleep method' - will it help you fall asleep in minutes?

The 'military sleep method' - will it help you fall asleep in minutes?

There are various versions circulating on social media, including claims it can help you drop off in two minutes, writes expert Dean J. Miller.

Fri, Oct 24

Studies show exercise only has a modest effect on weight loss.

The exercise paradox: Why workouts aren’t great for weight loss

Research shows exercise may only have modest effects on weight, writes expert Rachel Woods.

Fri, Oct 24

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Andrew is still a prince: what needs to happen for him to lose that title?

A small group of MPs is calling for the government to formally remove Prince Andrew’s titles, but it wouldn't be a simple process.

Thu, Oct 23

Strokes can happen at any age: knowing the signs and acting fast is crucial

Strokes can happen at any age: knowing the signs and acting fast is crucial

Treating a stroke is a race against time because the longer the brain is starved of blood and oxygen, the more brain cells die.

Thu, Oct 23

I keep hearing a magnesium supplement will help me sleep, but will it?

I keep hearing a magnesium supplement will help me sleep, but will it?

Magnesium supplements are everywhere right now. But do you really need one?

Wed, Oct 22

Is your boss a grump, or just tired? Study shows poor sleep affects management

Is your boss a grump, or just tired? Study shows poor sleep affects management

Researchers found that poor sleep on just one night predicted more abusive supervisory behaviour the next day.

Wed, Oct 22

After puberty, women are two to three times more likely to experience migraines.

Why is migraine more common in women than men?

As many as one in three women live with migraine, with certain "milestone moments" causing flare-ups.

Tue, Oct 21

When it comes to the horn, most drivers use it as a gentle prompt, but about one-quarter admit to honking in frustration.

What does a wave, honk or headlight flash actually mean to other drivers?

A survey found many motorists use unofficial signals, but they are interpreted in different ways.

Tue, Oct 21

About 60,000 children have avoided developing peanut allergies after guidance first issued in 2015.

Advice to feed babies peanuts helped 60,000 kids avoid allergies

Peanut allergies in children ages 0 to 3 declined by more than 27% after guidance for high-risk kids was first issued in 2015.

Mon, Oct 20

How to curb your scrolling habit and win back your time and mental focus

How to curb your scrolling habit and win back your time and mental focus

In terms of energy, happiness, peace of mind and hours, how much is your scrolling habit really costing you?

Mon, Oct 20

Should I increase weights at the gym? How often? And by how much?

Should I increase weights at the gym? How often? And by how much?

Isn't it enough to just keep lifting the same weights?

Sat, Oct 18

Alice Taylor is known for her popular social media pages @AliceTaylorEats (Composite image: Vania Chandrawidjaja)

How I enjoy baking without blowing $25 on butter, eggs and chocolate

Alice Taylor advises on cheap substitutes for expensive ingerdients and shares her recipe for a delicious $3 apple cake.

Sat, Oct 18

For many of us, overall psychological functioning actually peaks between ages 55 and 60.

Worried about being 60-plus? Relax, study shows many traits improve with age

Once you hit middle age, you may not be as athletically or cognitively honed as you once were, but research shows many psychological traits only improve after 60, 70 and sometimes even 80.

Fri, Oct 17

Jacinda Ardern and partner Clarke Gayford on election night, September 2017, just weeks before she learned she was pregnant.

We like our politicians 'authentic' – Jacinda Ardern doco offers masterclass

OPINION: Not that she's 'faking it', but Prime Minister, the documentary about Dame Jacinda's years in office, showcases key strategies of 'performed' authenticity.

Wed, Oct 15