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South America: Natural attractions
As more Kiwis look to South America for adventure, Karen Phelps compiles a bucket list for the continent.
8.9 Japan quake fifth largest since 1900
Japan's biggest quake since records began triggered a shocking 10m tsunami. See how the quake ranks in history.
Tokyo tsunami one of the biggest in recent history
A 10-metre-high tsunami ploughed into the Japanese coast on Friday, dashing ships into the shore, washing away houses and leaving devastation in its wake.
South America: Backpacking with baby
David King and Bec Johnston discover the special joys of taking a 10-month-old girl on a six-month journey round South America.
Tsunami fears over as alert downgraded
The official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.
Evacuation warnings as tsunami wave hits Chatham Islands
The first wave has reached the Chatham Islands, after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit Chile overnight. An official tsunami alert remains in place for New Zealand's entire east coast.
Chile: Strolling through a city of colour
Santiago is what Auckland should be, writes Jim Eagles.
Man hangs himself online
A young man distraught over a breakup with his girlfriend hanged himself while she watched over a web camera say Chilean police.
Santiago: One more kiss
In Santiago, the people are passionate and the souvenirs fancy, writes Pamela Wade.