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Bali: Catch a wave in Uluwatu

In Bali's hip spot, Katie Furze is torn between watching surfers and protecting her offspring from the local primates.

In Taiwan, do as the expats do

When confronted with 10 courses, just nibble, David Leggat quickly learns.

Trust KFC in China? The Chinese don't

KFC owner Yum Brands has taken a major hit in China after reports one of its meat suppliers had sold expired meat.

Bar/fly: Kuching

Graham Reid settles in at a colonial landmark for a cold one on a hot day in Sarawak.

Vietnam: Hanoi's novel retreat

Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene penned works here, writes Wynne Gray.

Sri Lanka: Water for elephants

Watching these mighty beasts splash in the river is an amazing sight, says Alex Robertson.

Myanmar: Old and new in harmony

A museum for the first family of independence is the place to start a post-junta tour of Myanmar, writes Naomi Estall.

China: Communists' last stand

John Summers travels to a city devoted to Maoism - a place where Stalin is revered as a hero of the people.

Sri Lanka suspends sale of Fonterra milk powder

Fonterra has confirmed Sri Lankan officials have suspended the sale of some Anchor milk powder, amid concerns it has made children sick.

Big future for infinitely small

Nanotechnology will experience huge growth in the coming years and affect most areas of our lives, says an expert in the field, Auckland University senior lecturer Michelle Dickinson.

Borneo: Going deeper

Chris Pritchard discovers some of Borneo's lesser known tourist attractions.

Singapore: Window on a watery world

Christiane Oelrich visits the world's largest aquarium, on Singapore's Sentosa island.

Bar/fly: Kuala Lumpur

Graham Reid kicks back with those who have kicked the bucket.

The graffiti wall of China

Not content with taking pictures, tourists are leaving their marks, says Stuart Leavenworth.

Fonterra unfazed by credit rating cut

Fonterra chief financial officer Lukas Paravicini said the cooperative continued to enjoy a solid balance sheet position, despite a credit rating downgrade by S&P.

Turkey on two feet

A new walking route shows Aaron Millar another side of the country that tourists seldom see.

Bar/fly: Sri Lanka

When a Sri Lankan watering hole touts its beer as strong, it is, finds Alex Robertson.

Central banks to lawmakers: You try growing this economy

Power of monetary policy to drive global growth is nearing its limit. Further progress depends on government leaders.