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Airline shocks business class passengers by offering 'dog food' in a starter
The gross item was spotted by a passenger who shared it online.

Property Insider: Waiwera tower went with whimper; wholesale fund repayments looming
Demolition more of a labour of love, slowly unpicking the structure from the top down.

Istanbul 24-Hour guide: The best places to visit during a cruise stopover
24 hours in Istanbul: More minarets than minutes, and a cruise to boot.

For all those who have ever snubbed a guided holiday - prepare to be surprised!
Quite likely the easiest, most authentic Sri Lanka trip imaginable - no planning required!

'Never give up': Young woman defies odds, picked for Apec trip
"I want to use my story to inspire others to chase their wildest dreams."

This disused Singapore-Malaysia railway is now the world’s coolest bike ride
Singapore celebrates 120 years of the Kranji railway with a revived cycling route.

Thinking of a river cruise? These are the perfect cities to depart from
The right departure cities make the river cruise twice as nice.

Why 16 hours inside an airport terminal was a joy not a bore
Why 16 hours inside an airport terminal was a joy not a bore.

Airline forced to run extra flight to carry heavy team of athletes
The massive sportsmen were so heavy, they were deemed a safety risk.

Not ready to give up the snow? Look to Japan
Keep the slopes going and extend your ski season with some Japow.

Art exhibition shows off migrants' stories in a new way
Photographer Abhi Chinniah's emotive images show a unique look at migrants living in NZ.

Asia faces one of the worst economic outlooks in half a century, World Bank warns
Financial Times: China’s property crisis and US trade policies expected to hinder growth.

First-half commercial, industrial, retail property sales $1.2b, down 25pc
Private investors are the single most active group, ahead of syndicates and foreigners.

Children ‘forced into marriage’ in doomsday cult on remote island
'Messiah' figure accused of child abuse on heavily-guarded enclave off the Philippines.

Michelin stars to street stalls, these are the best flavours of Singapore
Singapore sizzles with its multicultural food scene.

Mayor, officials on $50,000 Asia trip
Tory Whanau is leading a 10-day business delegation to China, Japan, and South Korea.

China’s economic slowdown reverberates across Asia
Financial Times: South Korea mired in longest manufacturing slump since 1970s.

Bali's best bites: from bamboo bistros to beachside bbqs
Fancy dining in a cave or sipping cold-pressed juice in the jungle?

Discover under-explored parts of Laos on this new rail route
All aboard Laos' first rail route for a 400km train journey.

Rachael Waugh: Give Rohingya children hope on World Humanitarian Day
OPINION: Saturday, August 19 is World Humanitarian Day.

Business hub: First woman, first non-engineer becomes Beca boss
Amelia Linzey on her planned legacy, biggest project, and the one she's worked on longest.

Barbie fans can apply for Ken's 'beach' job at Maldives hotel
Qualifications include rollerblades, a love of Matchbox Twenty and having no thoughts.

Seoul food: The best places to eat and drink in South Korea
I went to South Korea and I packed... an appetite.

What's so special about George Town, Penang?
Escape to George Town: where history, culture, and culinary delights unite

'Not enough to be a bystander’: Students speak up against racism
Seven out of 22 semifinalists from families identifying as Indian or South Asian.

Thinking of Sri Lanka but have no idea where to start? Read on...
This is the ultimate guide for first-time visitors.

This remote Japanese village opens its doors to guests for first time in decades
Disconnect to connect: retreat to a remote Japanese village rooted in tradition

Immigration, Ukraine war drives luxury real estate demand
New Zealand's political stability and lifestyle are big draws for international buyers.