EntertainmentNew double act a rich readSimon Rich published his first short story collection three years ago. Now, aged just 26, his first novel has won critical acclaim. He talks to Stephen Jewell.16 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleFashions that are too fast to liveThe economic recession and increasing awareness about environmental and ethical concerns have spurred many in the fashion industry to look more closely at its image.10 Nov 10:30 PM
WorldChilean miner completes another battleRescued Chilean miner Edison Pena, who jogged the tunnels while trapped underground, has completed the New York Marathon.07 Nov 08:57 PM
LifestyleAnna Wintour: 'Being fired? it was my lucky break'The high-profile <i>Vogue</i> editor says being sacked from a job at <i>Harper's Bazaar</i> was 'a great learning experience'.29 Oct 02:47 AM
TechnologyLions, tablets and the mystery of Apple product placementRemember touch-screen tablets? For indeed, Apple did not invent the touchscreen tablet. But before iPads, the category was a clear failure.29 Oct 01:02 AM
TechnologyMusic industry puts the squeeze on file-sharingLimeWire may begin to regret its regular boast that its 50 million users shared and downloaded more than three billion songs a month.28 Oct 12:07 AM
EntertainmentNZ in NYC: CMJ wrap upThe CMJ music marathon has wrapped for another year and the ten New Zealand bands that attended are taking stock of the festival and its effectiveness in gaining international attention.26 Oct 12:00 AM
EntertainmentNZ in NYC: NZ Showcase reportLawrence Arabia (James Milne) at the NZ@CMJ New Zealand music showcase night in New York.20 Oct 02:03 AM
OpinionSPY: Can Kim Kardashian help Michael Hill?She is a perma-tanned reality TV star famed for her booty. He is a perma-tanned jeweller famed for his bling. Can it be love?19 Oct 08:30 PM
EntertainmentNZ in NYC: CMJ Music Marathon blogAround half a dozen local bands have made the trip to New York for the CMJ Music Marathon, which kicks off this week. New Zealander Gemma Gracewood is there so you don't have to be.18 Oct 08:30 PM
EntertainmentNZ bands around the world<p>There are a handful of NZ bands in New York for the CMJ Music Marathon, but that's not our only international presence by a long shot.</p> <p>Take a flick though our gallery of NZ bands around the world.</p>18 Oct 08:20 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateSigh of relief on Wall St overnightShares on Wall St advanced overnight, helped by better-than-expected results from Citigroup and expectations the Federal Reserve would further ease monetary policy.18 Oct 07:00 PM
WorldChildren's Zone provides hope in HarlemIn an area where dropouts are the norm a school is making dreams of a higher education come true.15 Oct 08:08 PM
EntertainmentNZ bands bringing the noise to NYCA handful of local artists are preparing to fly to New York to perform at the CMJ Music Marathon festival.15 Oct 01:00 AM
LifestyleWhite shirt looks set to be everywhere next yearSometimes the simplest of garments brings out a display of virtuosity in designers more effectively than anything more obviously sensational.10 Oct 10:30 PM
LifestyleStyle Statement: Bright ideasFashion has rejected its current minimalist aesthetic and heartily embraced colour.08 Oct 04:30 PM
WorldNewsweek talking with Daily BeastNews website <i>The Daily Beast</i> and <i>Newsweek</i>, an icon of the American magazine industry, are thinking about a merger.06 Oct 09:14 PM
LifestyleLondon, New York, Paris, MilanStay ahead of the game with some of the key trends and moments from the latest international fashion weeks.06 Oct 01:00 AM
WorldUS dean accused of 'student slavery'The dean of a New York university has been accused of ordering students to do housework - or lose their scholarships.01 Oct 11:17 PM
EntertainmentTheatre Review: Rise: Complexions Contemporary Ballet, <i>Aotea Centre</i>30 Sep 05:06 AM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateM&A dominates Wall St, gold holds hear highMergers and acquisitions dominated activity on Wall St, with almost US$10 billion of deals announced as the S & P 500 Index held near a four-month high.27 Sep 07:00 PM
Commonwealth GamesAthletics: Willis runs sixth in New YorkNew Zealand middle distance runner Nick Willis rounded at his Commonwealth Games preparations.26 Sep 09:04 PM
New ZealandNZ supports peacekeeping reform in speech to United NationsForeign Affairs Minister Murray McCully has emphasised NZ's security and development role in the Pacific in a speech to the United Nations.25 Sep 05:23 AM
