Television

Game of Thrones wins the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series. Photo: Reuters

A night of upsets at Emmy Awards

"Game of Thrones" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" won the top prizes at the Emmy awards on a night of upsets for the highest honors in television and a triumph for streaming services.

Sunny yellows shine on gold Emmys carpet

Game of Thrones actress Gwendoline Christie. Photo: Reuters

Sunny yellows shine on gold Emmys carpet

Hollywood's top TV talent stepped out in bright yellow and sparkling white gowns, jumpsuits and tuxedo jackets that complemented a gold carpet as they arrived for a too-close-to-call Emmys race.

Anthony Bourdain wins posthumous Emmys

Celebrity chef and television host Anthony Bourdain has died. Photo: Reuters

Anthony Bourdain wins posthumous Emmys

US celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain, who committed suicide in June at age 61, posthumously earned a pair of Emmy Awards for his work on the popular CNN food-and-travel show he hosted, 'Parts Unknown.'

1News reporter released after being detained in Nauru

'1News' Pacific correspondent Barbara Dreaver. Photo: TVNZ

1News reporter released after being detained in Nauru

1 News reporter Barbara Dreaver has been released by Nauru authorities after being detained earlier today.

'I wish I helped more. I wish I could wind back the clock'

'I wish I helped more. I wish I could wind back the clock'

I would give anything to run in the rain again and smile with my dear friend Greg Boyed, writes Rachel Grunwell.

Shortland Street slammed for Down Syndrome plot

In episodes of the show this week the character of Zoe has been struggling with the news that she...

Shortland Street slammed for Down Syndrome plot

A recent storyline on Shortland Street around the potential abortion of baby with Down Syndrome has been called "insensitive and ignorant".

TV boss survives meeting amid misconduct probe

CBS Corp's board has left embattled chief executive Leslie Moonves in his post, as it discussed sexual harassment claims against him.

TV boss accused of misconduct

US broadcasting and media company CBS is investigating claims of personal misconduct by its chief executive Leslie Moonves.

'GoT' final season in first half of next year

Game of Thrones final season in first half of next year

HBO will debut the final season of its international hit "Game of Thrones" in the first half of next year and it aims to start production on a prequel in 2019.

Dunedin case to feature on true crime series

Cold Case is narrated by Seven Sharp's Hilary Barry, who describes the show as being "like Police...

Dunedin case to feature on true crime series

The disappearance of a Dunedin woman is one of four New Zealand cases that could finally be on their way to being solved, thanks to a TVNZ series debuting this Sunday.

'Absolute joy' to be playing Dr Who

'Absolute joy' to be playing first female Dr Who

British actress Jodie Whittaker has made her public debut as the first female Doctor Who, saying casting a woman to lead the long-running sci-fi television series was inevitable.

Batwoman powers towards TV first

Batwoman to be first LGBT superhero to get their own TV series. Photo: Twitter

Batwoman powers towards TV first

Lesbian superhero Batwoman is powering towards a ground-breaking role as the first LGBT lead in her own television series.

Politician denounces Baron Cohen guns prank

A Republican congressman filmed for Sacha Baron Cohen's satirical TV series who appeared to back a fictitious scheme to train toddlers to use guns says he's the victim of "a sick fraud."

TVNZ reporter tear gassed during World Cup riots

TVNZ reporter Joy Reid was caught in tear gas while covering the Football World Cup final from...

TVNZ reporter tear gassed during World Cup riots in Paris

1 News Europe Correspondent Joy Reid has been tear gassed while covering the aftermath of the Football World Cup final in Paris.

Stars react to Emmy Awards nominations

Elizabeth Moss poses backstage with her awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series and...

Stars react to Emmy Awards nominations

Actors, writers and directors reacted with gratitude, pride, awe and happiness after being nominated for Emmy Awards, television's top awards today.

Jenner set to be youngest self-made billionaire

Reality TV star Kylie Jenner is on track to become the youngest self-made billionaire in the US thanks to her booming cosmetics company, Forbes magazine has reported.