New ZealandNZ tuition fees among world highestTuition fees at New Zealand universities are among the highest in the world, according to a new report. New Zealand had the seventh-most expensive tuition fees for universities, with entrants paying more than $3600 a year. 15 Sep 06:15 AM
LifestyleKey to cold beer revealed in studyThe identity of the yeast that made cold refreshing beer possible has been a long-standing mystery.23 Aug 11:20 PM
WorldYvonne's moooves captivate Germany (+ video)Yvonne the cow's ability to evade capture has brought her fame beyond even the wildest of bovine dreams.22 Aug 09:43 PM
WorldHunt for cow who hoofed itA "cow whisperer", helicopters and infrared cameras: no effort is being spared to find Austrian runaway cow Yvonne.20 Aug 05:30 PM
BDBDEconomyWorld markets down as Euro talks disappointDisappointment about the outcome of a meeting between German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Nicolas Sarkozy ruled investor sentiment on both sides of the Atlantic overnight. 16 Aug 07:40 PM
OpinionPaul ThomasPaul Thomas: Trivial story with no sex and no intrigueThree good, non-sinister reasons why young foreign tourists would want to hasten their departure22 Jul 05:30 PM
EntertainmentEurope: Brooke Fraser's speaking their languageBrooke Fraser hochster Neu-Einstieg in die Charts. That's right, the lovely Kiwi songstress "is the highest new entry in the German charts" and her third album, Flags, has sent the European world a-Twitter.20 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelDon't miss: Autumn DippemessThe Dippemess tradition began in the 14th century as a market for domestic items.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe climate dissenter holds his groundDespite weather extremes, an Auckland climate scientist is unconvinced about the role of human-induced global warming.15 Jul 05:30 PM
WorldNeo-Nazis ditch skinhead image in bid to entice votersDespite a less aggressive image the violence committed by these extremists continues to increase dramatically.08 Jul 05:30 PM