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Thousands cheer on defiant palm tree as Typhoon Shanshan hits Japan
As the deadly storm made landfall, people were glued to a livestream, rooting for a tree.
Eight die as killer wolves create panic in India
Police deploying teams with drones and traps after a series of attacks on children.
Crying toddler locked in plane toilet by two strangers
Woman defends her actions saying she was trying to help passengers.
Sri Lanka for the 60-plus adventure traveller
How to get a handle on the customs, culture and cuisine before going it alone.
An unexpected flight upgrade: Jesse Mulligan experiences a rare phenomenon
Imagine winning the 'upgrade Lotto' with Air NZ.
Embassy staffer says NZ Govt ‘failed’ after Korean diplomat convicted of sexually assaulting him
The staffer told the Herald the 2017 assault left him with PTSD and unable to work.
'NZ's biggest Asian supermarket' opening at Westgate
New store is near the giant American-owned Costco Wholesale on Gunton Dr.
My experience at a wellness retreat in Thailand
Sometimes you have to leave the cynic and your comfort zone behind.
Five places in India a Uniworld river cruise can take you that you can’t reach any other way
A luxury river cruise on the Ganges reveals India’s lesser-known wonders.
Your family holiday to Japan will be epic, if you follow Jesse Mulligan's advice
Been there, done that - got the advice to put Kiwi families on the right track.
Five must-grab travel deals for your next romantic getaway
Travel the world with your other half.
Fly from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City with Vietnam Airlines
The non-stop flight takes 9 hours. Here's what to expect.
Furious president arrests niece's fiance after ‘embarrassing’ proposal
He was angry a government helicopter was used while country was hit by deadly mudslides.
South Korea upset by awkward opening ceremony blunder
They have demanded assurances from organisers the mistake will not happen again.
Bangladesh imposes curfew to curb deadly protests
At least 114 people were killed this week during student-led protests in Bangladesh.
Thailand to give 50 million people $429 each
The controversial handout, expected to cost $20.3b, was an election pledge.
16 dead after students and police clash in Bangladesh
Authorities cut mobile internet services to quell anti-quota protests.
How to see the best of Vietnam in under two weeks
From south to north, ensure you see the best of everything.
Foaming at the mouth: Six found dead at luxury Bangkok hotel
'This was not self-harm but someone caused the deaths' - Thai police.
The secret to eating like you know what you're doing in Osaka
From sushi vending machines to Hello Kitty-shaped cakes.
Tattoos in Japan once the domain of gangsters but now badges of honour for a younger generation
Body art, including tā moko, is not illegal but attitudes are conservative.