WorldTrain crash: 'It just got worse and worse'A pane of glass was all that prevented three Kiwi travellers from being dragged underneath a train when it derailed in Thailand.18 Jul 06:25 AM
WorldIndia: Riots after lunch kills 22 childrenIt was a free school meal of rice, lentils and potatoes. But it was tainted by insecticide, and by the end of lunch 22 children were dead.18 Jul 01:11 AM
WorldTaliban attacked Malala for her criticismA Taliban commander has written to Malala Yousafzai, telling her she was shot for being critical of the Taliban - not because she championed girls' education.17 Jul 06:40 PM
TravelA charming cultural collisionChris Harrington discovers a village in Thailand with a distinctly Chinese history.16 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelIndonesia: Diving into the Gulf of TominiThe Togian Islands off the northern Indonesian island of Sulawesi offer some of the best diving spots on earth.15 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelA worthwhile Thailand alternativeIt's hard to beat Thailand's beaches. But where to go if you've been to Phuket and Koh Samui, the most popular choice of tourists, and you'd like to try somewhere slightly less crowded?14 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelChina: A soft spot for sizzled spanielDerek Cheng challenges himself and sets a new personal best for culinary repugnancy.11 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelTop five shopping malls in Kuala LumpurThe news is in that Malaysia is the cheapest destination for shopping, and Kuala Lumpur is the home to some of the best malls in Asia. And, as luck would have it, there are plenty of shops to buy new luggage.10 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelAfghanistan: Bullish despite years of hardshipWar and uncertainty have left their mark on Kabul, but there is hope, writes Peter Feeney.10 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelHong Kong: Rolling in styleLuxury steps up to new high-tech levels at a renowned Hong Kong institution.04 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelChina: Greens fit for golfing royaltyChina is making up for lost time on the fairways with the most opulent courses you've ever seen, writes James Ihaka.03 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelChina: Shanghai's five shopping hotspots for menKris Shannon and Andrew Koubaridis get suited and booted in China.02 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelMovies prompt OE adventuresThanks to blockbuster movies and intrepid travel programmes, New Zealanders are broadening their holiday horizons.28 Jun 05:30 PM
TravelThailand: Far from the madding crowdJennifer Ennion discovers Thailand's Koh Phangan is perfect for those who want to get away from it all.27 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelWhen plane food is bestA peek behind the scenes at Cathay Pacific's kitchens fascinates Shandelle Battersby.25 Jun 11:00 PM
TravelLife in the Rajasthan desertDevout desert dwellers and blessed bovines live in harmony in the Rajasthan desert, writes Paul Rush.23 Jun 11:00 PM
TravelChina: Invitation from Mrs ZhangPaul Rush experiences courtyard cuisine in the back streets of Beijing.22 Jun 11:00 PM
TravelIndia: Unwary females bewareIndia certainly shouldn't be top of the list for a first-time solo female traveller, says Emilia Terzon.21 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelSingapore: Visiting the bustling metropolisThe thriving island city-state of Singapore has come a long way from its swampy roots as a banana republic.20 Jun 11:00 PM
WorldSurge of Chinese students expected in AustraliaMainland Chinese say they intend to study abroad in far greater numbers.20 Jun 12:30 AM
TravelThailand: On the Death RailwayA trip to the bridge that cost so many prisoners of war their lives is a poignant experience, writes Peter Feeney.19 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelNorth Korea: Northern exposureSkiing destinations tend to be in well-heeled areas - from Queenstown to the Austrian Alps and Whistler. Naturally, North Korea wants to take its place alongside the well-groomed resorts.11 Jun 11:00 PM
