New ZealandKiwi engineer killed in Thai rescue bidProvincial authorities in Thailand have shut down a biomass power plant following the deaths of Michael Coppins and a Thai colleague.10 Jun 08:47 PM
New ZealandKiwi dies in Thailand after inhaling poisonous gasA 51-year-old New Zealander has died in Thailand trying to save a married couple from a ventilation chimney filled with poisonous gas.10 Jun 11:10 AM
TravelBar/fly: Cider houses ruleIn the Basque Country, Ewan McDonald learns the cider houses rule.21 May 11:00 PM
TravelBar/fly: The classic London pubEverything revolves around the local pub in the UK, writes Jared Savage.15 May 11:00 PM
TravelThailand: Going five-star in BangkokMany travellers only experience Bangkok through the largely sleepless eyes of a backpacker – or settle for clean yet budget hotel accommodation at best. Don't overlook a luxury holiday in Bangkok, though - it's more affordable than you might think.12 May 11:00 PM
TravelThailand: Candid capers with the kidsCheap, cheerful and full of surprises, Thailand really is the land of smiles, most of the time, discovers Peter Feeney.28 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandNine years' jail for Kiwi's murder in ThailandThe former army commando who murdered New Zealander Charles Jones in Thailand has been sentenced to nine years and five months in jail.16 Mar 07:19 PM
TravelThe best cities for bicycle ridesInfluence pedallers: The best cities for bicycle rides.21 Jan 10:30 PM
TravelBangkok shopping most exciting in the worldMany people say it's London, Paris or Munich. But the most exciting shopping is in Bangkok. The air conditioned and squeaky-clean trains stop right at the entrance of the most important shopping complexes on the lively Sukhumvit and Rama I roads.17 Jan 03:30 AM
WorldCars bring Bangkok to standstillThey still call it rush hour, only now it lasts most of the day. As car sales soar, there's a noticeable drop in the number of places you can get them out of second gear.09 Jan 04:37 AM
WorldObama urged to keep leaning on BurmaPresident's Asia tour underscores foreign policy shift eastwards to counter China.19 Nov 04:30 PM
TravelDangerous delicaciesGrowing up in Wellington on traditional Kiwi cuisine of roast lamb and vegetables made me a most unlikely candidate for feats of culinary daring.31 Oct 01:00 AM
WorldLaw catches up with Bali bombersJustice has caught up with all of the Bali bombers, a significant comfort for those still grieving for their victims 10 years later.07 Oct 06:30 AM
New ZealandKiwi's death raises fears of Thailand violenceA Swedish man is charged with allegedly murdering a New Zealand man in a bar fight in Thailand.21 Aug 09:00 AM
