Features

It's too easy to indulge in compulsive behaviour as we seek reprieve from the anxiety-inducing world around us, science writer Sharon Begley says. Audio

Chicago-born Terrance Wallace is boosting education opportunities for Māori and Pasifika teens (and now those in his hometown) with the foundation InZone. Audio

When you grow up in a hard knock town it's hard to stay out of trouble, an 18 year old man tells The Wireless.

A researcher exploring intimacy and sexuality among people living in aged-care facilities says residents' rights and safety are at risk. Audio

If you were choosing one place to be NZ's 'City of Music', which would it be? Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin have all produced many great acts of the years. Auckland is putting it's hand up. Audio

Lynn Freeman meets Zimbabwean humanitarian and scholar Tererai Trent – the woman Oprah Winfrey described as her favourite guest of all time. Audio

Christian Bolland grew up in a house truck and was part of a cult for five years. Now he and his wife Joyce are big in the Hong Kong indie music scene. Video, Audio

Enrolments of Pākehā students at low-decile schools remain stubbornly low - and principals say it isn't good for the schools or for society. Audio

Grammy-award winning guitar legend Bill Frisell on how he has forged his own musical path in the world of jazz, ahead of his first visit to New Zealand in June. Audio

TV producer and historian Laurence Rees spent 25 years researching the Holocaust, collecting the personal testimonies of both survivors and perpetrators. Audio

Roving reviewer Nick Bollinger shares highlights of the last day of WOMAD 2017, including Bebel Gilberto, and South Korean percussion ensemble Tago.

Chuck Berry, who died over the weekend, was rock 'n' roll pioneer. His trademark guitar riffs, irrepressible tunes and clever lyrics influenced a whole generation of rock musicians. Audio

Enjoy RNZ's coverage of the World of Music Arts and Dance festival (WOMAD) from this weekend in New Plymouth. There are live sessions, interviews and photos from the event right here.

Governments of Australia and Papua new Guinea have failed the people of Manus, according to the local MP. Audio

A new study shows that the return migration of troubled young men back to Samoa to help turn their lives around does more damage than good. Audio

Pacific countries are working together to try and address the lack of surveillance and coordinated management of the region's coastal fisheries. Audio

A change of personnel is the Black Caps only chance of beating South Africa in the third test, writes Matt Richens.

We know that bariatric surgery leads to weight loss and reduces type 2 diabetes – but until now we haven’t really known about why. Audio

Jess Haugh – aka electro-pop act Scarlett Lashes – is giving free workshops to female musicians.

A career highlight for many NZSO players was the visit to Seville in 1992 for the international Expo. Franz Paul Decker conducted and Kiri Te Kanawa dazzled as soloist. Video, Audio, Gallery

In 1840, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed at Ōtakou Marae, which overlooks the Otago (Ōtakou) Peninsula. Te Ahi Kaa gets a tour. Audio

The New Zealand Secondary Students' Choir celebrates its 30th anniversary with a feel-good concert in Wellington.

A team of computer scientists at Victoria University may be a step closer to improving the experience of virtual reality. Think VR with no prospect of motion sickness... Audio

Back in 1980, Terry Waite helped negotiate the release of hostages in Lebanon. He was then held captive for five years himself. He talks to Kim about writing, empathy and his love of silence. Audio