OpinionStephen King: Economic future not worth the paper it's written onOnce-solid financial securities are losing their safe status.20 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionPaul ThomasPaul Thomas: Scandal a hotter topic than boring drugs warMisbehaving politician part of trivia captivating Washington at expense of more important issues.10 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleHaving a ball as soccer clubs take offWith the All Whites' surprise World Cup success, it seems soccer awareness is on the rise. And kids and parents alike are loving it, writes Gill South.27 May 05:30 PM
LifestyleWant to eat at one of the world's best restaurants? You'll be luckyA place on the San Pellegrino World's 50 Best Restaurants has become one of the most sought-after honours for restaurateurs.19 Apr 02:51 AM
TravelBrazil: Discovering the contrasts of RioThe jewels in Brazil's crown range from opulent beaches to colourful slums, writes Geoff Cumming.05 Apr 05:30 PM
TravelRio de Janeiro, BrazilRio de Janeiro balances the dreamy opulence of sunny beaches with the reality of life in the favelas. 04 Apr 11:27 PM
WorldRio police notch major win in war on drug gangsPolice and soldiers charged into Rio's most dangerous slum at daybreak to arrest a leading drug lord.29 Nov 04:30 PM
EntertainmentJon Bon Jovi: Trading on a prayerJon Bon Jovi admits he has seen better days. But after a quarter century of non-stop hits, stadium tours and large-haired sexiness, what do you do for an encore? On the eve of his Auckland show, Polly Vernon caught up with the rock god.18 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleMoveable feast (+recipes)Portable eateries are the US' latest food craze. One of the best draws from Brazil's rich culinary culture.15 Nov 04:30 PM
EntertainmentSharp entertainerFrom the Sharpe books to Arthurian sagas, the prolific output of Bernard Cornwell has topped best-seller lists around the world. The secret is in the plot, he tells Robert McCrum.11 Nov 04:30 PM
Formula 1Motorsport: Crunch time for Red Bull at Abu Dhabi GPHad Red Bull elected to adopt team orders and let Webber win, he would have left Brazil with 245 points - just one point off the lead.08 Nov 12:14 AM
TravelBrazil: Life on the other side of Rio's streetsSlum tours can improve locals' lives, writes Karen Phelps.28 Sep 11:00 PM
World'Illiterate' clown may be denied seat in Brazil's congressFor mostly practical reasons the Brazilian constitution requires all of the nation's politicians to be able to read - even celebrity clowns.28 Sep 09:54 PM
