Commodities rally overnight on China demand
Stocks on Wall Street were mixed as investors awaited a fresh reason to extend the rally, while commodities including oil, gold and copper were boosted on hopes that Chinese demand would remain strong.
Stocks on Wall Street were mixed as investors awaited a fresh reason to extend the rally, while commodities including oil, gold and copper were boosted on hopes that Chinese demand would remain strong.
How New Zealand takes to Suzuki's latest Swift could make or break the brand here.
Switzerland upheld its reputation for having one of the most liberal yet lethal firearms laws in Europe.
Every year amateur and professional golfers from around the world descend on the small town of Akureyri in Iceland for a round of midnight golf.
Up to now only travel books and travel gadgets have run in this space but I think we might also add useful travel websites to the list.
The mother of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has again demanded Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd back his words with action to support her son's legal and human rights.
With year-round sun and warm sea, Portugal's Algarve makes a great base for a holiday, finds Cathy Packe.
Liqueurs - even the name sounds thick, rich and sweet. But are they glutinous, fruit-based sugar syrups, or is there something a bit more to them? Well, of course there is.
Cathrin Schaer blogs from the 61st Berlin International Film Festival.
A radio promotion offering the chance to win a 'hot' wife from Ukraine has offended New Zealand immigrants from the eastern European country.
United States news organisation CNN International has released its top 10 places to propose to a loved one on Valentine's Day.
Fashionable New Zealanders give Viva insight into their perfect Valentine, plus tips for the big date.
Almost 50 New Zealand short films have this week been featured at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival in France, as part of its international spotlight programme.
Geoff Cumming was lured to France on the promise of a cruise down the Rhone through sun-drenched countryside and beautiful vineyards.