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HIV trial: Man denies making up claims
A man has denied making up allegations his ex-boyfriend gave him HIV because he was angry about infidelity.

On trial for infecting boyfriend with HIV
A man charged with knowingly infecting his partner with HIV promised he was "fine", a court has hear.

Japan: Land of contrasts
Think of Japan, and often the image that comes to mind is a futuristic one.

National gets $50k from Oravida founder
Milk exporter Oravida has put another $50,000 into the National Party's war chest.

Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint Hotel
Lucy Casley checks in to a Ho Chi Minh City hotel with an excellent rooftop pool and bar.

Quest to find out more about Asians and migrants
Migrants make up more than a quarter of New Zealand's population.

Deal puts Colombia on NZ radar
A deal to allow for 14 flights a week to Colombia has been signed and more agreements are in the pipeline.

How safe is flying for 3.8b travellers?
Some measures of air safety have gone backwards, but the risk of being in a plane crash continues to fall.

Vietnam: 24 hours in Hanoi
Lucy Casley shares her guide to making the most of Hanoi's many treasures.

NZ millions in palm oil company
Millions more dollars have been invested by a Government superannuation fund in an international palm oil company embroiled in labour abuse allegations.

Why this video is pure comedy gold
Take a look at why its possibly the funniest video of the year.

Travel insider: Malaysian Borneo
Thai wine importer JW Sam shares his top picks for what to see and do on tropical Borneo.

New hope for breast cancer screening
Microwave imaging could soon be available for breast screening to detect cancer.

Kids gatecrash their dad's TV interview
The mother of the BBC expert whose interview about South Korea was abruptly interrupted by his children says she could have been the accidental cause of the hilarious gaffe.

The mystery of Xiamen's ancient homes
A World Heritage site gives plenty of reasons to ponder its existence, writes Owen Young.

Rhino shot, killed at French park
In a shocking new development, a rhino has been slaughtered at a French zoo for its horn.

Watch NZH Local Focus: French couple sail back to Tauranga after 20 years
French sailors Jean-Pierre and Paulette van Hille have returned to Tauranga after 20 years to continue their long love affair with New Zealand. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Watch NZH Local Focus: French couple sail back to Tauranga after 20 years
French sailors Jean-Pierre and Paulette van Hille have returned to Tauranga after 20 years to continue their long love affair with New Zealand. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Deradicalisation: NZ asks Malaysia's advice
New Zealand has sought advice on deradicalisation from the Malaysian Government.

Heart attack killed Kim, says North Korea
North Korea has rejected an autopsy finding that nerve agent killed Kim Jong Nam.

It's a little bit funny
Some mysteries you encounter while travelling you'll never get to the bottom of.

Yangon: Travelling in time
As modern influences come to Myanmar, the past is always near, writes Neda Vanovac.

Spinning yak yarn for outdoor clothing
Twenty three year-old Stefan Warnaar was inspired to start his business on his OE. Warnaar opens up about competition.

Watch NZH Local Focus: Te Matatini reaches Asia
Can't understand Te Reo? Hakarongo Mai will help you out. This year, the live translation service for Te Matatini launched an app to help non-Te Reo speakers keep up with performances. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Return to Laos
Warriors star Shaun Johnson returned to his roots, and took a documentary crew along for the ride.

Are these the worst bank robbers ever?
The thickest thieves ever have burnt an ATM they were trying to rob... And everything inside it.

Bizarre interceptions at NZ border
Live crabs, stink bugs and ''miracle water'' are some of the most bizarre things intercepted at NZ's border.

Laos: Paradise lost to Unesco
Label has saved Luang Prabang's buildings but killed its soul, writes Denis D. Gray.