New ZealandViolent offenders to get maximum sentence for third offenceThe Govt says its three-strike policy, which was agreed with Act today, will ensure repeat violent offenders get the harshest possible sentences.19 Jan 03:43 AM
WorldFrance, Germany warn against Internet ExplorerFrance and Germany have warned web users against using all versions of Microsoft's Internet Explorer to protect security.18 Jan 07:10 PM
New ZealandBig hopes from little SingaporeImmigration New Zealand is for the first time shifting its migrant marketing focus away from America and Europe to Asia.18 Jan 03:00 PM
WorldHimalayan global warming claim 'based on dated, obscure source'A leading British paper claims the UN has made a sizeable blunder over key evidence on global warming.17 Jan 09:33 PM
TravelDelhi: City of conquestsJim Eagles explores the colonial and Muslim foundations behind the now largely Hindu city of Delhi.17 Jan 03:00 PM
RetailChina sales lead to NZ baby milk rationingNZ supermarkets are rationing baby formula because of fears of a shortage caused by Chinese buyers selling it in bulk to parents back in their homeland.15 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelIndia's Kumbh Mela and Magh Mela festivalsThousands gather to take an icy dip in the Ganges River during festivals aimed at cleansing sin.13 Jan 09:10 PM
WorldGanges braced for 60 million bathing pilgrimsAuthorities have urged people to avoid dirtying the Ganges - India's most sacred river, yet one of its most heavily polluted.12 Jan 10:17 PM
WorldThree-year case of hiccups finally solvedMusician finds relief after undergoing life-threatening surgery to remove a brain tumour, which doctors believe had been causing the problem.11 Jan 10:25 PM
WorldTaliban make 'undetectable' bombs out of woodTaliban fighters have developed a deadly new generation of their most lethal weapon, the improvised explosive device, or IED, which is almost undetectable because it has no metal or electronic parts, military experts said last week.10 Jan 10:39 PM
