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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.
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.
Ganges braced for 60 million bathing pilgrims
Authorities have urged people to avoid dirtying the Ganges - India's most sacred river, yet one of its most heavily polluted.
Three-year case of hiccups finally solved
Musician finds relief after undergoing life-threatening surgery to remove a brain tumour, which doctors believe had been causing the problem.
Taliban make 'undetectable' bombs out of wood
Taliban fighters have developed a deadly new generation of their most lethal weapon, the improvised explosive device, or IED, which is almost undetectable because it has no metal or electronic parts, military experts said last week.