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Shanghai - a world fair to end all world fairs
Modern China's obsession with Western brands is clearly evident in Shanghai.

Fossil rustling a 'huge international problem', says palaeontologist
Armed with rock chisels, it took the thief only a few minutes to wipe out 135 million years of history.

Amnesty urges Fonterra to condemn executions
Amnesty International is calling on Fonterra and the Government to condemn the executions of two people involved in the San Lu tainted milk powder scandal.

Free-trade deal with Hong Kong announced
Deal follows unveiling of similar agreements with China, Malaysia and some Gulf states.

Runaway millionaires still at large after six months
Police are still seeking Chinese help to find Leo Gao and Kara Hurring who skipped the country with millions of of Westpac's money.

Single ticket for public transport closer
A single ticket that can be used on Auckland buses, trains and ferries, and in the long run, around NZ, is a step closer, after NZTA funding approval today.

China forced to examine deep prejudices
A black woman's appearance on a talent show in China has provoked a storm of abuse on the internet and a rare debate on racism in the media.

Fonterra's $3.7m eased departure of 'fall guy'
A Fonterra executive paid $3.7m when he left the dairy giant this year, was said to have been the fall guy for the disastrous investment in China's San Lu milk company.