TravelChina: Islam infused with aspects of the dragonChinese Muslims are sons of the Silk Road, says Jim Eagles.29 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandJewish spokesman defends kosher poultry killingA spokesman for the New Zealand Jewish community has defended the animal-killing practice of shechita.29 Nov 10:48 PM
New ZealandAnimal welfare groups slam shechita reversalAnimal welfare organisations are disappointed by the Government's decision to reverse a ban on the kosher killing of chickens.29 Nov 01:23 AM
New ZealandPike River: Church services for the minersCheck times of church services for the miners, and tell us about services in your area.26 Nov 01:39 AM
WorldDeath at Sydney detention centreDetainees at Sydney's Villawood detention centre may go on a hunger strike after the death of an Iraqi asylum seeker.15 Nov 11:45 PM
WorldSuu Kyi's release from house arrestPeople around the world have celebrated as Aung San Suu Kyi was this week freed from seven years of house arrest. She says she will continue to fight for human rights and the rule of law in the military-ruled nation of Myanmar.15 Nov 03:14 AM
New ZealandEx-political prisoner welcomes Suu Kyi's releaseA former Burmese political prisoner says Aung San Suu Kyi is 'the hope of the nation'.15 Nov 01:10 AM
World<i>Suu Kyi free:</i> 'The Lady' free to fightThousands of wildly cheering supporters welcomed the end of the house arrest of Aung San Suu Kyi.14 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldSmart kidnapping has religious overtonesElizabeth Smart is the perfect advertisement for one of the world's fastest-growing religions - Mormonism.14 Nov 04:30 PM
TravelSamoa: Christ story told Pacific-styleGraham Reid admires church windows with a Samoan Jesus.12 Nov 12:00 AM
WorldCritics at home rain on Obama's paradeThe President's spontaneous demonstration of dancing prowess met with a mixed reaction.08 Nov 04:30 PM
TravelPoland: Priest's giant statue is 'world's tallest Christ'Soaring 36m towards the heavens, a new statue in Poland has dethroned the landmark Jesus of Rio de Janeiro as the world's tallest statue of Christ.07 Nov 09:10 PM
New ZealandTamaki's mentor denies sex claimAn US megachurch pastor cited as Bishop Brian Tamaki's 'spiritual father' came to NZ with four men he is accused of molesting, their lawyer claims. 02 Nov 04:30 PM
