Kerry prepares for 15 minutes that could decide the US election George Bush and John Kerry are in purdah this weekend, intensely prepping for Friday's first presidential debate - a showdown on terrorism, Iraq and national security at the University of Miami which might settle the outcome of the November 2 US election.... US President George W. Bush and Democratic challenger John Kerry are preparing for their showdown this week. Picture / Reuters
PM greets NZ troops back from Iraq Prime Minister Helen Clark welcomed home about 60 New Zealand troops last night as they touched down at Ohakea air base after six months helping...
Fitting farewell for Capital Stalwart David Holwell must wish Leinster could wait for one more month, such are the fortunes of his Wellington NPC rugby team. As has been the case for much of a six-year first class career in the capital, Holwell was the steadying figure at Westpac Stadium on Saturday as Wellington turned on the razzle dazzle to thump Taranaki by a record 73-28 scoreline. It was the most impressive performance from round... David Holwell in action against Taranaki yesterday. Picture / Fotopress
