The internet giant is alleged to have collected WiFi data that includes people's networks and their signal strength.

The decision to include caste in India's national census has triggered intense controversy about a painful, vexing subject.

Internet search giant Google has confirmed it gathered data about personal wireless connections from homes around New Zealand.

The Algerian man once branded a security risk to NZ looks forward to socialising with customers at his new fast food caravan.

Thousands of protesters rallied in cities across America demanding that President Obama tackle immigration reform immediately.

The first European ban on the wearing of the Islamic burqa in public is poised to come into force in Belgium.

Elton John says he's been sober for 20 years, since shortly after the death of an Indiana teen with Aids who the musician credits with inspiring him to turn his life around.

Aussie anti-immigration campaigner Pauline Hanson has put her Queensland home on the market - but not for everyone.

Opponents of the Search and Surveillance bill say it overturns important aspects of civil liberties.