LifestyleRugby World Cup: Four of the best tastes of homeRugby World Cup visitors can find their favourite snacks around town.30 Sep 10:00 PM
LifestyleJapan hits new centenarian highThe number of people aged 100 or older in rapidly greying Japan has hit a record high for the 41st consecutive year.15 Sep 09:49 PM
New ZealandNZ tuition fees among world highestTuition fees at New Zealand universities are among the highest in the world, according to a new report. New Zealand had the seventh-most expensive tuition fees for universities, with entrants paying more than $3600 a year. 15 Sep 06:15 AM
Economy Japan's economy shrinks 1.3 per cent Japan's economy shrank an annualised 1.3 per cent in the latest quarter, beating market expectations of a 2.7-per cent contraction.15 Aug 01:15 AM
TravelFestival season in JapanFrom bonfire celebrations to dance displays, summer in Japan sees the staging of some unusual festivals.07 Aug 10:24 PM
BDBDEconomyNZ stocks drop after global plungeThe NZ stock exchange has fallen 2.5 per cent on opening, following a big slump on world markets overnight. The NZX 50 Index shed 80.89 points to 3297.86, the lowest level since December.04 Aug 10:58 PM
