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World Cup: Samoa survive Russian scare in dramatic clash
Three yellow cards and a slew of injuries feature prominently as Samoa start with a win.
Destination Ukraine: Behind the headlines and through Kiev's great gates
Ukraine retains a timeless charm for all that its past is filled with grief.
Key moments: Ireland v Russia
Photos of the key moments from the Rugby World Cup match between Ireland and Russia at Rotorua International Stadium.
Rugby World Cup: Russians outgunned by Italy
Italy ran in nine tries to Russia's three - their first in the Rugby World Cup - earning a massive victory in Nelson.
Key moments: Italy v Russia
Photos of the key moments from the Rugby World Cup match between Italy and Russia at Trafalgar Park in Nelson.
Freeley Speaking: A new world order?
English rugby tourist Mitch Freeley found there was a lot to like about the United States' performance against Russia.
Rugby: Clever's Americans too smart for Russia
It was hardly a war, but it was definitely cold. The USA won their eagerly awaited showdown with Russia on the frozen steppe of Stadium Taranaki, surviving a late scare as 160 minutes of rugby in four days started taking their toll.
Key moments: USA v Russia
Photos from Russia's Rugby World Cup debut against the USA Eagles at Stadium Taranaki.
Rugby World Cup: Expert predictions
The Herald's Rugby World Cup experts predict what will happen in the biggest tournament to hit New Zealand shores in 24 years.
Rugby: Northern refs to dominate World Cup
Northern Hemisphere referees look set to dominate the appointments for the Rugby World Cup.
Rugby World Cup: Decision soon on venues
A decision on the reallocation of rugby World Cup pool matches is close.
RWC: Bulk of finals matches to be played in Auckland
Most of the seven RWC matches pulled from quake-damaged AMI Stadium are set to be moved to the North Island, despite the Government's desire to keep all the pool games in the South Island.
Rugby: Ruck laws bring fringe benefits
Stricter policing of the offside rule at rucks could be a feature of the game by the time the Rugby World Cup begins.