Official Cash RateNZ dollar gains on weakening US dollarThe New Zealand dollar gained on a weakening greenback after comments from the Reserve Bank of Australia yesterday spurred traders' appetite for high-yielding currencies.06 Jul 09:15 PM
New ZealandKey: NZ not immune to people-smugglingNZ won't extend the number of refugees it accepts and needs to address the increasing risk of people-smuggling boats hitting our shores, says the PM.06 Jul 05:09 AM
WorldFemme fatale spy suspect wants to stay in USSpy suspect Anna Chapman is embarrassed by media reports about her - but still wants to stay in America. 03 Jul 10:04 PM
WorldMexico nabs gang leader in US consulate killingsA top drug gang enforcer says he ordered the killing of a US consulate worker because she helped provide visas to a rival gang.03 Jul 02:39 AM
WorldTeen death puts focus on LA's mega-ravesMore than 180,000 people packed into the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum over two days for a rave party last weekend. 03 Jul 12:59 AM
WorldChicago approves tough new handgun rulesThe Chicago City Council on Friday approved what city officials say is the strictest handgun ordinance in the United States02 Jul 10:57 PM
WorldGulf oil spill - help is being ignoredBP and the Obama administration face mounting complaints that they are ignoring foreign offers of help and making little use of volunteers02 Jul 08:45 PM
TravelThe Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Florida, USAA look at the minipark inside Universal's Islands of Adventure theme park, in Orlando, Florida.02 Jul 12:29 AM
LifestylePregnant women fasting for Ramadan risk damage to their babiesPregnant Muslim women who fast during Ramadan are likely to have smaller babies, research has found.25 Jun 03:00 AM
EntertainmentOne year since his death, fans remember Michael JacksonGlobal celebrations of Jackson's brilliant but troubled life kicked off with the unveiling of a memorial in London yesterday.24 Jun 09:30 PM
TravelNew York: Strawberry fields foreverThey mostly go to Strawberry Fields - a pristine landscaped area in Central Park - for one purpose: to remember John Lennon.20 Jun 12:55 AM
OpinionNoelle McCarthy<i>Noelle McCarthy:</i> Thirst for First Lady becomes obsessiveI can't get enough of Michelle Obama. She is one of my favourite things. I'm not being facetious, nor have I lost my mind.17 Jun 04:00 PM
TechnologyXbox 360 Kinect - the nuts and bolts revealedMicrosoft has cleared up the rumours, misinformation, speculation and nagging questions that have plagued gamers for the last twelve months.15 Jun 02:43 AM
EntertainmentCurtain call for those honoured with TonysCatherine Zeta-Jones, Douglas Hodge and Sir Alan Ayckbourn were among the winners at Sunday night's Tony Awards.14 Jun 10:50 PM
WorldFiring squad prepare for grisly dutyCondemned double murderer Ronnie Lee Gardner has chosen the firing squad as his method of execution this Friday.14 Jun 09:55 PM
WorldObama must convince public he's in controlBarack Obama needs to assure the public that the federal government is doing everything it can to limit the environmental catastrophe.14 Jun 12:00 AM
AthleticsVictory for Vili in NY competitionValerie Vili has won the women's shot put at the Diamond League meeting in New York.12 Jun 10:22 PM
