Extreme sports jump set to break the speed of sound
An extreme sports enthusiast from Austria looks set to break the speed of sound as he attempts the world's highest ever parachute jump.
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John Key defends naming Willie Apiata
Prime Minister John Key stands by his decision to reveal that one of the SAS soldiers in a controversial photograph this week was Victoria Cross winner Corporal Willie Apiata.
Clinton urged to influence on countries restricting Internet use
US senators are urging US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to take more proactive steps in supporting organisations that promote 'Internet freedom' in countries such as Iran and China, where severe Internet restrictions are enforced.
PM says soldier in SAS photo is Willie Apiata
John Key identifies one of the SAS soldiers in a photo published today as Victoria Cross winner Corporal Willie Apiata.
NZ soldiers in Afghanistan to keep using 'Jesus scopes'
Gun sights with biblical inscriptions will not be withdrawn from New Zealand soldiers in Afghanistan but New Zealand defence bosses want them cleaned up.
Biblical citations on NZDF weapons to go
The Defence Force says it was caught unaware by biblical citations stamped on its weapons, and they will be removed.
Ask Lonely Planet: Go exploring to find Hawaii's real gems
My wife and I are off to Honolulu towards the end of December for 10 days. We're interested in things to do, things perhaps that are not on the well-beaten tourist track. Any tips?
Violent offenders to get maximum sentence for third offence
The Govt says its three-strike policy, which was agreed with Act today, will ensure repeat violent offenders get the harshest possible sentences.
France, Germany warn against Internet Explorer
France and Germany have warned web users against using all versions of Microsoft's Internet Explorer to protect security.
Big hopes from little Singapore
Immigration New Zealand is for the first time shifting its migrant marketing focus away from America and Europe to Asia.
Himalayan global warming claim 'based on dated, obscure source'
A leading British paper claims the UN has made a sizeable blunder over key evidence on global warming.
Delhi: City of conquests
Jim Eagles explores the colonial and Muslim foundations behind the now largely Hindu city of Delhi.
China sales lead to NZ baby milk rationing
NZ supermarkets are rationing baby formula because of fears of a shortage caused by Chinese buyers selling it in bulk to parents back in their homeland.