The Independent looks at a vanishing breed - the investigative journalist.

Leaders of the main moderate Palestinian factions have voted to oppose further negotiations while building continues in Jewish settlements.

London insurers have radical plans to reduce seaborne hijackings.

Many US and British officers warn that corrupt police are turning people against the government and 'acting as Taleban recruiting sergeants.'

Gourmet food and an army pedigree are an unlikely mix, but the union sure tastes good, writes Michelle Coursey.

The threat of terrorism and piracy has put a stop to a New Zealand-based bid to jetski from London to Auckland.

Expectations are low for latest talks on Israeli and Palestinian conflict.

Dubai's Burj al-Arab hotel serves up a sensory feast like no other, writes Geoff Cumming.

The body of a Lt Tim O'Donnell and two of his injured comrades will fly back to NZ later today, the Defence Force says.

The body of slain NZ soldier Lieutenant Timothy O'Donnell and his two wounded colleagues may be home as early as Saturday evening.

Sir Geoffrey Palmer says heading an inquiry into a fatal Israeli raid on an aid flotilla will probably be the hardest job he has done.

Kerri Jackson ponders whether Dubai is the perfect long-haul stopover.

You can't run and nor can you hide in a Syrian bath house, explains JJ Somerset.