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A classical music concert that pairs each song with a different colour of the spectrum sold out an entire concert hall in Lagos. Genevieve Ogu-Odii's "Sounds of Colour" shows how creative presentation can make classical music irresistible to modern audiences.
A twilight paddle through Auckland's harbor offers locals a fresh way to fall back in love with their waterfront. The intimate sea kayak experience turns the familiar City of Sails into something magical again.
New Zealand art lovers will finally see Picasso's masterpieces up close when more than 80 original works arrive in Auckland this October. It's the first major Picasso exhibition in the country in over three decades.
More than half of New Zealand's international students are choosing Auckland to study, and the city is now working to turn those temporary learners into permanent skilled residents. Three inspiring students share why they want to call New Zealand home.
A New Zealand soccer club just pulled off an incredible double victory, winning two major championships in back-to-back days. Auckland FC claimed their first A-League Men title on Saturday, then defeated South Melbourne 2-1 to win the inaugural Oceania Pro League final on Sunday.
A woman spent hours in Auckland's harbour after falling from her kayak in daylight, screaming for help until a ferry captain spotted her light in the darkness. Thanks to quick thinking and a lifejacket, she's safe and recovering.
Two new train stations are bringing rail service back to South Auckland after 50 years, connecting fast-growing communities with the city center starting August 2. The stations will save commuters countless hours and offer 700 parking spaces with room to grow.
After years of construction headaches and empty storefronts, Auckland's iconic Queen Street is experiencing a renaissance with six major projects breathing new life into the city's main drag. From a massive new transit hub to restored theaters and fresh retail spaces, New Zealand's most famous street is gearing up for its best era yet.
When flames engulfed a home in Auckland's Wesley neighborhood early Sunday morning, firefighters rushed inside to rescue the person trapped within. Thanks to their quick action, the resident is now recovering in hospital.
A raspberry lamington at an Auckland cafe has become so beloved that customers buy 700 every week, making it one of only two dishes to appear on the city's Iconic Eats list all six years running. The pink treats still sell out daily despite doubling production.
A once-maligned downtown shopping center has transformed into Auckland's busiest destination, pulling 13 million visitors annually. The waterfront hub proves that thoughtful urban renewal can breathe new life into struggling city centers.
Instead of dumping 70,000 tonnes of debris in landfills, Auckland is creating an "urban mine" of reusable materials from homes destroyed by floods and cyclones. The city is building a smarter, more sustainable future from the wreckage of extreme weather.
One of New Zealand's leading contemporary dance companies has returned to central Auckland with a brand new studio and its first-ever training academy. Black Grace is now nurturing the next generation of dancers from its new home on Karangahape Road.
After being stuck in legal limbo for four months, more than 400 Auckland families just got the green light to build their dream homes. A creative use of an obscure law ended the nightmare that had frozen construction projects and drained savings accounts.
Colombian superstar Shakira performed for 400,000 fans in Mexico City's historic Zócalo plaza, shattering the venue's attendance record. The free concert wrapped her 31-show Mexican tour that spanned nearly a year due to overwhelming demand.
An Auckland contractor filmed watering a tree during heavy rain became a viral moment, but council officials say it was an honest mistake. The incident sparked a reminder that even in the age of social media, everyone deserves grace when they mess up.
Hollywood star Jack Black turned a casual stroll into an unforgettable birthday surprise when he grabbed a fan's phone and recorded a personalized video. The heartwarming encounter happened on a busy Auckland street where the actor was walking completely unnoticed.
On August 15, 1965, The Beatles changed music history by performing for 56,000 screaming fans at New York's Shea Stadium. The groundbreaking concert became the first stadium show ever, opening the door for every arena tour that followed.
A beloved Auckland music venue that announced closure has been rescued by its community, which raised over $150,000 in just three weeks. Neck of the Woods reopens this Friday after 11 years of hosting live music on Karangahape Road.
IKEA's decade-long journey to New Zealand paid off with 30,000 visitors flooding the Auckland store on its first Sunday alone. The Swedish furniture giant's nationwide launch proved that good things really do come to those who wait.
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