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Dalai Lama's 'duty' to Christchurch
The Dalai Lama says he is in Christchurch to show solidarity with its people.
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Jim Eagles finds that the inhabitants of the mountain town of Xiahe a hardy lot.
Travel book: <i>To A Mountain In Tibet</i>
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Tiffany Singh's favourite things
Art with a conscience is Tiffany Singh's passion. We find out what else the artist is into.
WikiLeaks: Key exposed over Dalai Lama
John Key is facing tough questions as details from leaked US Embassy cables appear to contradict statements made in Parliament and reveal secret details of his meeting with Chinese premier Wen Jiabao.
Key silent on meeting with Dalai Lama
Two months after sending John Key an invitation to meet the Dalai Lama, organisers of the Buddhist leader's NZ visit say they have not received a response.