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Day of reckoning for former allies

Tension on streets as supporters of former Army chief say they will fight for power.

Campaign to save tropical forests failed by food giants

Western food manufacturers are buying so little sustainable palm oil that the system set up to limit damage to tropical forests caused by the world's cheapest vegetable oil is in danger of collapse.

Extreme sports jump set to break the speed of sound

An extreme sports enthusiast from Austria looks set to break the speed of sound as he attempts the world's highest ever parachute jump.

Australian extradited over $1m ring theft

It's all a bit grey, with black, silver favourites

Engineer finds a frozen solution

Diappearing acts of the last decade

John Key defends naming Willie Apiata

Prime Minister John Key stands by his decision to reveal that one of the SAS soldiers in a controversial photograph this week was Victoria Cross winner Corporal Willie Apiata.

Biblical citations on NZDF weapons to go

The Defence Force says it was caught unaware by biblical citations stamped on its weapons, and they will be removed.

Day at the office for SAS in Kabul

NZ market posts sixth decline in seven days

Aussie stocks give back early gains

NZ dollar falls on CPI data, Chinese move

Ask Lonely Planet: Go exploring to find Hawaii's real gems

My wife and I are off to Honolulu towards the end of December for 10 days. We're interested in things to do, things perhaps that are not on the well-beaten tourist track. Any tips?

NZ sharemarket falls in quiet trading

NZ troops uninjured in Kabul attack - Key