A court in the United Arab Emirates has ruled that a man can beat his wife and children as long as no marks are left.

Sophisticated computer worm has to be the work of a government - but which one, and why?

Canary Enterprises' success is built on taking a familiar product, then adding value.

The Independent looks at a vanishing breed - the investigative journalist.

Leaders of the main moderate Palestinian factions have voted to oppose further negotiations while building continues in Jewish settlements.

Many US and British officers warn that corrupt police are turning people against the government and 'acting as Taleban recruiting sergeants.'

Much has been gushed about the rise of Aaron Cruden into the All Blacks ranks as the heir apparent to first five-eighths Dan Carter.

Gourmet food and an army pedigree are an unlikely mix, but the union sure tastes good, writes Michelle Coursey.

Expectations are low for latest talks on Israeli and Palestinian conflict.

A former Israeli soldier has been condemned for mocking Palestinian prisoners on her Facebook page.

Dubai's Burj al-Arab hotel serves up a sensory feast like no other, writes Geoff Cumming.

The body of a Lt Tim O'Donnell and two of his injured comrades will fly back to NZ later today, the Defence Force says.

The body of slain NZ soldier Lieutenant Timothy O'Donnell and his two wounded colleagues may be home as early as Saturday evening.