Research finds that running without any footwear could be better for your legs because it encourages the use of a different set of muscles.

It is a month since he lost his son, and former All Black and MP Grahame Thorne is still in denial.

A British company has come under fire for trying to sell "stab-proof" vests to soccer fans heading to South Africa for the World Cup.

Homophobia is on rise in Uganda as the government seeks an Anti-Homosexuality Bill and the minister for ethics and integrity insists that it will be every citizen's duty under new laws to denounce anyone they suspect of being gay.

Following the marriage of President Jacob Zuma to his fifth wife, the Independent looks at the arguments for and against polygamy.

The son of a former All Black winger has died following a car crash in South Africa.

It will soon be World Cup time and the heart quickens at the thought of a footballing, once-in-a-lifetime holiday. Michael Brown gives a fans' guide to the Cup.

Woods' Kiwi caddie Steve Williams doesn't deserve to be attacked in any way, or to have his career threatened.

The All Whites will find a gulf in class against Paraguay and Slovakia predicts Chris Rattue.

The All Whites have landed a date with defending champions Italy at next year's World Cup finals in South Africa.

The All Whites will play World Cup holders Italy in their first appearance at the finals since 1982.

Rugby fans will have to pay a lot less to see matches at their World Cup compared to soccer fans.

Matt Damon talks to about his roles in two upcoming releases - one as a player, and the other as a whistleblower.