Life And Society

Matheson Brown's epic feat was achieved in 20 days, 14 hours and four minutes. Audio

Why does it feels so satisfying? And - importantly - is there a polite way to switch from yes to no when end-of-year obligations overwhelm?

Experts say to delay your kid's first smartphone. But maybe this holiday season is the one in which you will take the plunge. These guidelines can help.

Tony Stamp reviews Breeders singer Kim Deal's solo debut, and a piano-based album from Wellington musician Tess de Lyon.

"When a community is in trouble, financially or whatever, what sustains people, all of us, and people through sadness and all sorts, is the being together and cooking," chef Peter Gordon says. Audio

Giving to charity and being generous can increase our perception of attractiveness of a person, regardless of their physical appearance, a researcher says. Audio

After a "really tough year for many families", hundreds of volunteers are trying to spread some festive cheer.

For Dana Margolin, the hopeful spirit of her band Porridge Radio's new album is captured in words she doesn't remember writing. Audio

Before abortion was decriminalised in the late 1970s, about 20 women a year died from terminations gone wrong. Audio

Mumfluencing can be a lucrative business, but making a living off of children can come at a cost.