The X Factor Blog: week 8

I had a brilliant idea on Sunday. The X Factor NZ Drinking Game. Or, for a child-friendly version, The X Factor Bingo. Every time Stan says “youse”–

Kerre McIvor says "let's get physical"

Kerre McIvor puts the pedal to the medal in the fight for her fitness.

Silent partner

Being given the cold shoulder usually means something is amiss in your relationship. But the challenge is to find out what’s gone wrong.

Giveaway: The Heist

From the bestselling author of the Stephanie Plum series, we meet FBI agent Kate Winslow and international fugitive Danny Cole – an explosive new team

A taste of Vietnam: Beef, beans & black pepper

Go on an Eastern adventure with this sensational dish. It snaps with freshness, crackles with texture and pops with flavour.

Giveaway: Theodore Boone: The Activist

Win a copy of 'Theodore Boone: The Activist' by John Grisham

Giveaway: Little White Lies

Win a copy of Little White Lies by Lesley Lokko

Giveaway: The Astronaut Wives Club

WIN a copy of The Astronaut Wives Club' by Lily Koppel

Kim Kardashian and baby are happy and healthy

Kim Kardashian gave birth over the weekend – a few weeks before her due date.

Mel makes her mark

The X Factor judge is refusing to apologise for her decisions.

In fine form

The final three get high praise for their six-course degustation

From the editor

We have a Sunday winter ritual at our place.

Giveaway: Hushabye by Hayley Westenra

We've got 10 copies of Hushabye by Hayley Westenra to give away.

Anti-ageing solutions

Don't just cover it up - make small adjustments to your routine to enhance your natural glow

Auckland: city of substance

There are plenty of hidden gems around Auckland, as Kate Hughes discovers.

My beauty secrets: Emma Keeling

Emma Keeling (39) is a reporter on TV2’s 20/20.