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Cram culture: How young is too young for English essays?
Parents pay up to $2320 monthly for early education in affluent areas of Seoul.
Matthew Hooton: Luxon’s China and Nato scheduling dilemma
OPINION: PM faces a choice between democratic friends and “awful foursome".
Korean tourist going home with wife's remains after causing crash which killed her
Couple’s dream NZ holiday to celebrate 'growing old together' ends in tragedy.
'Unidentified': North Korea launches ballistic missile into East Sea
The missile was fired into the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan.
How Donald Trump’s second term has affected elections around the world
From Australia to Ecuador, the US President has become a key factor in local politics.
Kim orders navy to speed up nuclear armament, amid weapon tests
North Korea tested a new warship with supersonic cruise missiles.
Former South Korean President's criminal trial begins
If found guilty, Yoon Suk Yeol could face life imprisonment or the death penalty.
NZ market falls over 1%, US Tech stocks tumble and market retreats as US-China trade war worsens
'China does not want a fight, but it is not afraid of one either.'
Trump's 104% tariffs on China shake global markets and spur tensions
Global markets have tumbled, with Hong Kong dropping over 3% on Wednesday.
‘Cannot be tolerated’: Court unanimously dismisses South Korean President
Yoon was removed for declaring martial law and deploying soldiers to parliament.
South Korea mobilising ‘all resources’ for violence-free Yoon verdict
More than 14,000 riot police will be in Seoul as a court rules on the impeached President.
South Korea wildfires kill 19, force mass evacuations
Around 27,000 people evacuated as fires cut off roads and communications.
The thrill of a luge ride: Skyline expanding in six countries
From its first gondola in Queenstown in 1967, Skyline is now a global luge business.
Convenient and comfortable: An affordable hotel in the heart of Seoul
If you’re visiting South Korea’s capital, this hotel is an ideal base.
Ten years in the making, the Transcaucasian Trail is a must for thrill-seekers
Challenge yourself with a series of new adventures.
Stocks advance on US inflation slowing, Ukraine ceasefire plan
Annual US consumer inflation slowed slightly to 2.8% in February.
North Korea disguises secret missile base as golf course
Analysts say the site’s concrete bases are ideal for missile launches.
How a military drill went wrong: Fighter jet mistakenly releases bombs on town
At least eight people injured in mishap that occurred during a joint live-fire exercise.
'Respect and gratitude': Winston Peters woos jilted ferry builder with Korean War talk
Peters paved things over with Hyundai by reminding them of New Zealand's wartime aid.
Winston Peters - A to Z in foreign affairs - Audrey Young
Winston Peters' schedule in five countries includes a boxing bout and a big horse race.
Teacher fatally stabs 8-year-old student
The teacher, in her 40s, confessed after police found her with stab wounds.
Air NZ flights to Seoul to end
The airline said there are ongoing challenges with engine availability.
Sold to PAG: New Wynyard Quarter offices, no sale price declared
New Wynyard Quarter building is nearing completion, sold well before One NZ shifts in.
‘Terrifying’: Aircraft bursts into flames, 7 injured
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Bird feathers and bloodstains found in Jeju jet engines
The crash killed 179 of the 181 passengers and crew in South Korea on December 29.
South Korean court extends impeached president’s detention
Enraged supporters attacked the court building after the decision was announced.
South Korean president arrested over failed martial law bid
Hundreds of anti-graft investigators and police raided his residence.