Category: Lifestyle
Up to 60 elite women athletes who competed in major track and field finals since 2000 would have failed World Athletics’ new sex test, the governing body has revealed. Dr Stéphane Bermon, director of World Athletics’ health and science department, presented the data during a scientific panel at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, which […]
Athletics fans can’t get enough of the hilarious banter between two of the world’s top 400-metre hurdlers, as they prepare to face off at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. The men’s 400m hurdles final is set to take place on Friday, 19 September, and while the competition promises world-class racing, it’s the good-natured rivalry […]
With over 2,000 athletes from 198 countries competing at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo (13–21 September), this year’s edition has marked a major milestone for LGBTQ+ representation in sport. A record 13 openly LGBTQ+ athletes are competing across men’s and women’s events — the highest number ever at a World Championships, and matching […]
In a landmark day for inclusive rugby, the Brisbane Hustlers defeated the Sydney Convicts to take home the Purchas Cup 2025, marking their first-ever victory over their long-time rivals. The Hustlers triumphed 7–5 in a tense final at Auckland’s Western Springs Stadium, while the Convicts claimed the Purchas Shield with a 14–0 win over the […]
Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in the NBA, has been diagnosed with a brain tumour, his family confirmed. The 46-year-old former center is currently undergoing treatment. “Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason’s health and well-being,” his family said […]
From sequinned drag shows to gothic theatre, wine festivals, art takeovers, and boutique escapes—Auckland’s spring season promises culture, cocktails, and chic staycations. Spring in Tāmaki Makaurau doesn’t ease in quietly. It arrives in sequins, humming a show tune, with a glass of pinot in hand and a taste for the dramatic. Suddenly the nights are […]
The Purchas Cup 2025 was officially launched last night with an opening ceremony at the All Blacks Experience in central Auckland, ushering in one of the most significant events on the inclusive rugby calendar. The evening began with a mihi led by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei’s Joe Royal, followed by speeches from NZ Falcons President Tom […]
After a stunning upset win by South Florida over the Florida Gators, it wasn’t just the final score — 18-16 — that had fans buzzing. It was the emotional on-field celebration between kicker Nico Gramatica and punter/holder Chase Leon that truly caught fire online. A photo of the duo embracing — with Gramatica cradling Leon’s […]