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A doctor who is in no rush
Robert Carlyle makes the dislikeable seem likeable in Stargate Universe.
<i>Review: </i>Wanda Jackson at The Powerstation
Wanda Jackson's promoters moved the venue twice as demand grew. Jacqueline Smith made it to The Powerstation on Tuesday to see what all the fuss was about.
Beauty: Different strokes
Paint your way to a perfect finish with good-quality makeup brushes.
The art of jewellery
Viva meets a Wellington couple with a shared passion for art you can wear on your sleeve.
Rugby: Sonny Bill to play for Canterbury and Crusaders - report
Sonny Bill Williams' hunt for an All Blacks from jersey will begin from Canterbury, a report said this morning.
Death a lucrative career move for King of Pop
When Michael Jackson died he owed telephone company AT&T about US$1300 ($1835).
Milan Fashion Week: Labels celebrate 100 years of style
While constant rebirth is key to the success of a fashion house, heritage plays a huge part in keeping the prestige alive.
Wales: Writer's block
Dylan Thomas' final home is as lyrical and off-beat as his best-known work, writes Sankha Guha.
Soccer: All Whites were robbed, claim fans
Italy are cheats and the referee had a hidden agenda, said All Whites fans who watched the game this morning.
Soccer: All Whites hold on for stunning draw
The All Whites achieved their greatest footballing result with a stunning 1-1 draw against defending champions Italy this morning.
<i>Merediths,</i> Mt Eden
For all its artistry - and there's plenty of that - Michael Meredith's food is actually no-nonsense tucker.
Soccer: Ref ruined match - Nelsen
Ryan Nelsen was highly critical of the referee in this morning's incredible 1-1 draw with Italy, saying he got "stars in his eyes" and ruined the match.
Soccer: Herbert slams critics after shock result
Ricki Herbert went on the attack following the stunning draw with World Cup holders Italy, saying the stunning performance had finally silenced the doubters.
Hawkes Bay: Corncobs, sharks and a soak
Someone has made a big mistake by not scheduling the All Blacks to play in Napier at next year's World Cup.
All Blacks: Injury curse continues to dog squad
The All Blacks' search for an entire performance in Hamilton on Saturday has been complicated by a rising injury toll.
TV pick of the week: <i>Generation Kill</i>
If you survived The Pacific - and the ratings suggest many didn't - here's another call of duty with the United States Marines.
<i>Geoff Thomas:</i> Spinning a yarn
When fishermen gather around a bottle or a bar they invariably start telling stories that are sworn to be based on the honest truth.
Milan Fashion Week: A lesson in juxtapositions
From 80s silhouettes to designer wellies, there was plenty of variety at Milan Fashion Week today.
New York: Strawberry fields forever
They mostly go to Strawberry Fields - a pristine landscaped area in Central Park - for one purpose: to remember John Lennon.
Soccer: All Whites lose element of surprise for Italian job
Coach Herbert has named an unchanged lineup for tomorrow's match against Italy.
All Blacks: Carter spreads the magic
The presence of experience around him and the reduced pressure to steer the team alone were the keys to Dan Carter's boomer game.
Kiwis to get X-Factor
One of the world's biggest TV talent quests is coming here, giving Kiwis the chance to prove they have what it takes to be a superstar.
All Blacks: History is with the home team
Things are not the same down south. Carisbrook is in its death roll, the students' soakhole at the Gardies is closing...