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Jon Bon Jovi: Trading on a prayer

Jon Bon Jovi admits he has seen better days. But after a quarter century of non-stop hits, stadium tours and large-haired sexiness, what do you do for an encore? On the eve of his Auckland show, Polly Vernon caught up with the rock god.

Moveable feast (+recipes)

Portable eateries are the US' latest food craze. One of the best draws from Brazil's rich culinary culture.

Sharp entertainer

From the Sharpe books to Arthurian sagas, the prolific output of Bernard Cornwell has topped best-seller lists around the world. The secret is in the plot, he tells Robert McCrum.

EU shifts trade focus to BRIC nations

Motorsport: Crunch time for Red Bull at Abu Dhabi GP

Had Red Bull elected to adopt team orders and let Webber win, he would have left Brazil with 245 points - just one point off the lead.

<i>Gareth Morgan:</i> Brazil's dream factory hints at NZ's future

Brazilian rape accused goes free

McDonald's fined for obese employee

<i>Gwynne Dyer</i>: 'Green tsunami' gathers force in South America

The woman in the bubble

One-time factory worker Zhang Xin rode China's property boom.

Holden to export 'Commodore' to Brazil

Aussies with time for lung cancer victims - survey

World on a Plate: Brazil (+recipe)

As head chef at Auckland's Savour & Devour restaurant, Jaqueline prepares Mediterranean and traditional French cuisine.

Scheme lets young NZers work in Brazil

Mariah Carey pregnant

Mariah Carey is four months pregnant, it has been claimed.

South America: Backpacking with baby

David King and Bec Johnston discover the special joys of taking a 10-month-old girl on a six-month journey round South America.

Top award for Kiwi-developed digital 'pet'

Chile's LAN buys up Brazilian airline to create regional giant