RoyalsMale succession, Catholic marriage rules droppedFemale members of the Royal Family are to be given equality with men in the rules of succession.29 Oct 03:50 AM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Insurance worries from on highThe boutique insurance company that covers around half the country's churches has been brought to its knees pleading for mercy following the 'acts of God' still rattling Christchurch.04 Oct 04:30 PM
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WorldSaudi star-gazers accused of bungling Ramadan datesEvery now and then, Ramadan celebrations are marred by bickering between competing Islamic authorities over when Eid starts.06 Sep 03:47 AM
OpinionAlexander Gillespie: Shallowness keeps us from UtopiaThe idea that the human community is rapidly declining in a downward spiral is a view many people subscribe to.22 Aug 05:30 PM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks: Sonny Bill's Ramadan regimeAll Black and Muslim convert Sonny Bill Williams is getting support to help him through the month of fasting for Ramadan.21 Aug 05:30 PM