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‘Long flu’ can linger for months. Here’s how to reduce your risk
Washington Post: Persistent symptoms can harm the lungs and other organs.
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Sylvester Stallone: I was bulimic while filming Rocky III
Stallone says years of training left him with nine back operations.
'Don't want to let go': Why the death of a pet can feel as intense as human loss
Experts say there is little difference in the emotional reaction.
Celebrity Traitors filming halted after star grew ‘very anxious’
Co-stars asked production to stop filming so James Acaster could calm down.
'Treated like a drug seeker': Pharmacist's genetic test explained why painkillers failed
'Medicines are designed for the average person, but people aren't average.'
'Rid the property of demons': Arsonist tenant destroyed rental
'This is exactly what happens' on meth, a judge warned as he ordered home detention.
'It was spontaneous behaviour': Burglar stole ring to propose to girlfriend
When stopped by police Jarrod Bennett suggested he must have a twin who did it.
'I felt really lonely': The hidden toll of isolation for Kiwi farm women
'Often we don’t reach out until we’re right on the edge'.
‘The Unfortunate Lunatic’: Shocking family legacy revealed in new memoir
Tess Redgrave's story of madness, make-believe and reinvention.
Psychotic attempted murder suspect killed cellmate who was in for sending a text message
Victim's family: 'They should never have crossed paths'.
Taking care of grandchildren may help slow cognitive decline
Washington Post: Grandparenthood may be linked to a lower risk of dementia.
'Start from basics': Doctor plans to run across NZ after traumatic brain injury
He was kicked in the head in a Muay Thai bout. Now he's swapped the ring for running shoes
'Eight sailors tried to end own lives' on board USS Abraham Lincoln
A letter reveals a greater mental health crisis than was previously known.
AI anxiety is real. Here’s how to deal with it, according to therapists
Washington Post: Societal upheaval is stressful. Try these strategies to rebalance.
Advice: My partner died by suicide. What should I tell people?
New York Times: A reader isn't sure how to express her grief – or her anger.
Whānau sought help for troubled grandson before he fatally stabbed his grandmother
But the help never arrived for Tremaine Hati, and Maria Morgan was soon dead.
‘Toxic multitasking’ is breaking your brain. Here’s how to take control
Washington Post: Multitasking, especially with screens, can become addictive.
Trust given $1m for mental health cafe stripped of charitable status
However, Te Kupenga Net Trust has appealed and 'continues to operate lawfully'.
NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday, September 24, 2026
NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Long waits for mental health support for young people and Fonterra announces positive results | Thursday, September 24, 2026. Video / NZ Herald
'They did not do enough': 12yo might still be alive if someone listened, says relative
A coroner was moved to tears at the inquest into the suspected suicide of the girl.
Hayden Panettiere official cause of death revealed
The 36-year-old actress was found unresponsive at a South Carolina home.
Lindsay Clancy’s defence lawyer asks judge to investigate holdout juror
New York Times: The juror's insistence on Lindsay Clancy's guilt resulted in a mistrial.
Chicken run: Students race to eat a whole roast chicken during 72-hour running event
The event aims to cover 100,000km and expand to Dunedin this year.
'Heartbroken': Hilton, Beckham speak after death of Cindy Crawford's son
Celebrities and fans recall the 'beautiful soul' of Presley Gerber.
Earl Spencer believes Diana had severe undiagnosed ADHD and dyslexia
Charles Spencer says Diana’s public life left her drained and exhausted.
'Her life sucked': Girl who sought help died after years of neglect and abuse
The 12yo died by suspected suicide. An inquest is examining whether agencies did enough.
ADHD is over-diagnosed, say UK doctors
Seven in 10 GPs in Britain believe adult ADHD is over-diagnosed, a survey finds.
Whanganui ED patient turnover hits almost seven times capacity
Whanganui Hospital's emergency department reached 253% capacity during a winter surge.
The biggest mistake parents make when their children grow up
Being a good parent looks different when your children become adults.
The Weeknd makes dramatic 'retirement' U-turn
The Weeknd has reversed plans to retire his famous stage persona.