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Christchurch Mussoorie:Revisiting colonial Past
While Holidaying in Mussoorie, most tourists miss out on the famous historical landmark called Christchurch. It is situated near Kasmanda Palace, now a heritage hotel near Library Point. Completed on 16 May 1836, it... 410 views | 4 comments | 12 recommendations
First iPhone owner hears his bed calling
He may be the first person in the world to own the new sought-after Apple iPhone, but all Jonny Gladwell wanted to do yesterday morning was go to bed. " The 22-year-old AUT physiotherapy student had camped outside...Glitch hampers iPhone launch
"NEW YORK (AP) -- Apple Inc.'s new iPhone went on sale Friday to eager buyers worldwide, but there were problems getting the phones to work. ...264 views | 0 comments | 0 recommendations
Lights go Out in Many Cities, but not all for Earth Hour
Many cities across the world turned off the lights for an hour to mark Earth Hour, but a few communities stayed lit, some celebrating the event with concerts and gas-powered zeppelins (I kid you not), others because... 779 views | 1 comment | 2 recommendations
Reporter carries knife and toy gun on to plane unchallenged
" JUST 24 hours after two pilots were stabbed in their cockpit over Christchurch, I boarded a plane at our largest airport with a knife and a fake revolver Nervously arriving at Auckland Airport yesterday for the 10.30am Air New Zealand flight to Napier, I expected to...Scientists create 'no tears' onions
"Scientists in New Zealand and Japan have created a "tear-free" onion using biotechnology to switch off the gene behind the enzyme that makes us cry, one of the leading researchers said Friday. The discovery could signal an end to one of cooking's eternal puzzles: why does...Future Darwin award contender - drunken prank causes $200K damage to bar
"Sprinkler prank caused nearly $200,000 damage Christchurch’s Holy Grail sports bar and its insurers may have have to take civil action to get full payment for nearly $200,000 damage caused when a drunken student set off a sprinkler. Hayden Niels Nikolaison, 19, has...Christchurch, NZ court news goes online
"Website opens archives Hundreds of reports on proceedings at the Christchurch Court House over the last two years are being opened up for the Court News website archives. The reports have been stored from freelance reporting at the Christchurch courts but now they are being...New Zealand: Santas Gone Wild!
For strange reasons likely known only to New Zealanders, this is the second time that a group of raging drunk santas have wreaked havoc in public just in time for the holidays.The first occurred in Aukland back in...372 views | 0 comments | 0 recommendations
Hightened Border Security Boost Business For HP
" Hightened border security may be a pain for air travellers but it means big business opportunities for IT firms. For one global supplier of Government security systems - Hewlett-Packard - software development work by its staff in New Zealand is helping it win international...Rulers of the Bean World...Coffee Supreme...New Zealand
I always liked a good cup of Java, mostly in the morning, it is kinda part of my 'getting into the day' ritual. These past few days I could have used quite a bit of caffeine to fight a tired feel that dawned on me but instead opted for a nap. Not today though, while... Is this offensive?
I find it interesting that New Zealand casinos have in recent times not shown any moral or ethical judgement when it came to dealing with extreme "problem gamblers" (go to Listener article). I also agree with Helen... 1050 views | 4 comments | 2 recommendations
Vegansexuals: 'I don't want your meat'
These vegans have taken what usually remained in the kitchen into the bedroom. A New Zealand survey documents a growing trend labeled, vegansexuality. "No sex, please, you're a carnivore.
A new phenomenon in New... UNESCO names Korean Volcano as wolrd natural heritage site
UNESCO has named the Korean volcanic island, Jeju, and the lava tubes on the island as a natural world heritage site. This is the first South Korean natural phenomenon recognized by the organization. "UNESCO has... Boobs on Bikes Returns to Auckland
I caught this story last year on NowPublic. Is anyone at the Erotica Lifestyles Expo at the Christchurch Convention Centre this year. The Boobs on Bikes parade should be as interesting as it was last year. Good to see it is being taking as fun from the locals instead...
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