Features

Emilia Pérez is the most divisive of all the big awards contenders this year. Critics either love it or hate it, Dan Slevin writes.

Let's not water this down. For many, alcohol and the good life just don't mix. But for those who just want to cut back, the question is: when does a tipple become a tipping point?

The new sexual assault allegations have halted film and TV adaptations of the fantasy writer's work that were in production.

Almost three years since its initial release, the Apple TV+ hit is finally returning to our screens.

At some stage, fly screens suffered an image problem that it hasn't shaken.

The nerve-racking wait is over, for better or worse. Experts says there are ways peers and whānau can help lessen the burden on teens doing it tough.  Video

"If I could swap this thing for being bankrupt ... if I could do that and be guaranteed 30 more years with Natalie, I'd do that in a second," he says. Video, Audio

Icehouse will be performing at New Zealand's Summer Concert tour alongside other icons, including Cold Chisel and Bic Runga. Video, Audio

You probably see a story about this every year, but do couples really hold off until after the holidays to pull the plug?

Music reporter Yadana Saw Joins Mark and Kara in the studio to discuss the origins of 90s Trip Hop and highlights some of the seminal tracks provided by producers and beatmakers of cinematic chill. Video, Audio

Local albums, international releases, docos and shows - what Tony Stamp is getting amped about in music.

There's still a lot of summer ahead of us to get out and enjoy the bush. RNZ talks to New Zealand's outdoor enthusiasts for advice on the best walks across the motu.

It's one of most challenging things I've ever done, and it literally changed my mind, writes Anusha Bradley.

It's easy to feel overwhelmed by unrealistic goals and fitness trends. But you don't need to follow those fads.

Journalist and wheelchair user Olivia Shivas is heading a new magazine, showcasing the lives of Kiwis with disabilities. Video, Audio

Kiwi marathon runner Stefan Ozich is hoping to raise $1 million for men's well-being and make a world record. Audio

Some promising new shows (The Studio, It) and some returning favourites (White Lotus, Black Mirror, Stranger Things).

"People need to know about KiwiSaver being relationship property and act accordingly" an RNZ reader tells money correspondent Susan Edmunds.

As she prepares for the biggest fight of her career, world champion Kiwi boxer Mea Motu is pushing her body to breaking point and badly missing her five kids. Video, Audio

What’s the link between the 19^th century hymn The church’s one foundation and composer Karl Jenkins’ 21^st century work The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace? Find out in this week’s programme of listener requests. Audio

If you have neighbours 9am is an "acceptable" time to kick off, says veteran mower Kurt Steinbauer.

New Zealand ticket holders are legally entitled to a refund if a performance event is cancelled, says Consumer NZ's Chris Schulz.

Dan Slevin loves a good Pope film and Conclave delivers.

In Illinois, steering wheels are compulsory while in Rwanda there's no driving on Sundays. Audio