The nation's devastating crisis offers a chance for rebirth, writes Prime Minister Naoto Kan

Moon man Ken Ring has been forced into hiding after receiving death threats.

Philip Duncan goes behind the scenes at earthquake data provider GeoNet.

Kenny Rao gets a second shot at proposing today after fearing his $27,000 engagement ring was lost in the Christchurch earthquake.

Power has been fully restored to about 20,000 homes and business after a 5.3 magnitude aftershock in Christchurch tonight.

The Green Party has called on the Govt to stop food imports from Japan.

Another 123 buildings in Christchurch have been approved by Civil Defence for demolition or partial demolition - or are required to be made safe, bringing the total to 307.