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Fresh approach brings lush result

Land of expensive milk and honey

Feeling the pinch as you do the supermarket shopping this weekend? You're not alone - Kiwis really do pay more as a proportion of their incomes for everyday items than many overseas.

Rugby: Black Ferns relish the pressure

Netball: Ferns camp evolving to suit pro era

Spreading the good snooze: Pope demands a nap

Studies by Nasa, the US space agency, have shown that alertness can double after a brief nap, even for well-rested people.

The restaurant genius

<i>Viva</i> talks to one of London's most famous maitre d's and director of The Ivy, Fernando Peire.

Times paywall hurts traffic

Cricketer blames cat for drink driving charge

England test cricketer Graeme Swann has told a court his cat was to blame after being caught drink-driving by police earlier this year.

UK: Speeding drivers revel in Oxford's great switch-off

Secret filming shows drivers taking advantage of speed cameras being turned off.

Stress reduces likelihood of getting pregnant, study finds

Living life to a tight deadline, juggling appointments and rushing from place to place may harm a woman's chances of becoming pregnant.

Soccer: England pip Hungary in friendly

'Poms' not a Kiwi insult, Brits told

Brits shouldn't be offended if visiting Aussies or Kiwis make jokes about "Poms", according to new UK tourism cultural tips.

Yachting: NZ Olympic sailors lead way in World Cup series

England: Monkey business in seaside town

Hartlepool has a magnificent marine heritage, writes Dana Johannsen.

Yachting: Kiwi sailors start strongly

Oz grandma swims English Channel