New nightmare for BP as Florida closes beaches
The environmental nightmare unleashed by the crippled BP oil well in the Gulf of Mexico has reached the white-sand paradises of Florida.
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<i>Matthew Lynn</i>: BP should tell hypocritical Americans to take a hike
BP is done and dusted in the US, for a generation at least.
Govt urges Japan to join Ady Gil investigation
The NZ Govt is putting pressure on Japan to participate in an investigation into the sinking of an anti-whaling vessel, John Key says.
Missing sailor's dog back chasing rabbits
Juanita, a healthy and fit retriever cross who loves chasing rabbits, seems blissfully unaware of her tragic past.
Ady Gil collision inquiry 'inconclusive'
A lack of Japanese co-operation has meant an Australian investigation into Ady Gill's collision with a whaling boat was 'inconclusive'.
Tongan official quits over 'interference'
Attorney-General John Caughi has accused the Tongan govt of trying to curb an independent judiciary and attempting to interfere with the Princess Ashika inquiry.
Bulk coal carrier hauled off Great Barrier Reef
The bulk coal carrier stranded on the Great Barrier Reef has been refloated.
Aussie politician backing fight to free NZ activist
The leader of Australia's Green Party is backing a campaign to free anti-whaling protester Peter Bethune.
Boatie found dead in water
The body of a middle-aged man without a lifejacket was found floating in Auckland's Waitemata Harbour yesterday, renewing safety calls.