Tokyo Govt avoids shrine visit on VJ day
Japan yesterday commemorated the 65th anniversary of its surrender in World War II.
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Senior students from Auckland's King's College were suspended for two days for drinking sake on a night out.
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Bethune 'downright ungrateful', says PM
John Key has called anti-whaling protester Pete Bethune "downright ungrateful" after he slammed the Government.
Bethune backs Sea Shepherd explanation for ban
Pete Bethune says he fully supports Sea Shepherd, despite the organisation "booting him out" during his trial in Japan.
<i>Matt McCarten</i>: Government failed in duty to stand up for citizens
Good on Pete Bethune, writes Matt McCarten.
Peter Bethune returns home
Anti-whaling activist Peter Bethune has arrived back in New Zealand, ending his five month-long nightmare.
Sea Shepherd did 'deal' with Japanese
A deal negotiated with the Japanese resulted in a suspended sentence for anti-whaling activist Pete Bethune, but means he won't be on the next Sea Shepherd protest.
Pete Bethune to be sentenced tomorrow
Reports say Pete Bethune's prosecution in Tokyo has demanded a two-year prison term.
Underworld links tarnish sumo stars' reputations
Storm clouds are gathering above the beloved Japanese sport of sumo.
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Photos of the FIFA World Cup fans from South Africa and around the world.
FIFA World Cup: What happened at the Cup overnight
Nicolas Anelka's foul-mouthed tirade at the French coach dominated overnight news at the WC.
FIFA World Cup: Netherlands v Japan
Photos of the action between Netherlands and Japan at Durban Stadium, Durban, South Africa.
<i>Yurika Arai:</i> Don't cast all Japanese as villains in whaling issue
Yurika Arai explains the Japanese attitude to whale meat.