WorldTop Pentagon official makes surprise visit to Afghanistan in push for peace with TalibanActing secretary of defense has made an unannounced visit to Afghanistan.11 Feb 04:11 AM
WorldScores of Afghan troops killed in suicide bombing claimed by TalibanThe devastating attack follows earlier brazen assaults by the Taliban around the country.21 Jan 07:22 PM
WorldThree of four American's killed in suicide bomb identifiedThe suicide bombing in Syria was claimed by the Islamic State.18 Jan 10:31 PM
WorldNancy Pelosi accuses White House of 'dangerous' leakPelosi accuses Trump of imperilling the safety of lawmakers and troops.18 Jan 08:58 PM
WorldTop Democrat: Trump 'in a corner with threatening talk'US President heads to Camp David as shutdown enters third week.06 Jan 06:40 PM
PoliticsJay Kuten: New day dawning in United StatesHope dawns as Democrats take control of the US House of Representatives.02 Jan 05:30 AM
New ZealandFormer Kiwi soldier missing in Outback 'suffering from PTSD'Mother believes Ray Mahu, who hasn't been seen since December 3, has gone 'walkabout'.01 Jan 04:44 AM
WorldTrump immoral and untruthful, says former US commander"I don't think he tells the truth": retired US army general on the president.30 Dec 06:06 PM
New ZealandKiwi missing in Perth: Family's grave concerns for former soldierRay Mahu has not been heard from since December 3 and family just want him to come home.28 Dec 01:51 AM
New ZealandSecret hearings for NZSAS inquiry into Afghanistan claimsLimited public hearings planned for NZSAS probe.21 Dec 03:53 AM
World'Major blunder': Donald Trump's allies blast decision to withdraw from SyriaTrump's decision to withdraw US forces from Syria has caught his own party by surprise.20 Dec 05:23 PM
TravelMalala Yousafzai becomes cruise godmother to Celebrity EdgeThe young Pakistani peace activist is now also the godmother of a 130 thousand tonne boat.12 Dec 12:10 AM
WorldAfghanistan drought: Mum sells daughter for $4100But in a cruel irony she has only received $96 and won't see the rest for years.23 Nov 10:11 PM
New ZealandFormer Afghan interpreter in coma after car crashAfghani interpreter Azim Kazimi's family cannot afford to fly him to NZ for treatment.23 Nov 04:28 AM
New Zealand'Secret inquiry' would not help public confidence, hearing toldSecond day of two-day hearing focused on privacy concerns v public confidence.22 Nov 03:13 AM
New ZealandInquiry: VC-winner Willie Apiata's high profile was a 'risk'The disclosure came during the second day of the Inquiry into Operation Burnham.21 Nov 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Highly secret' NZDF documents available on internet: Nicky HagerIntelligence and military concerns on classified information challenged as probe opens.21 Nov 03:56 AM
New ZealandSecrecy debate over Hit & Run inquiryCritics say hearings must be open so the public can have faith in the outcome.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBig Read: Details revealed of NZSAS assault in Taliban territoryNZDF's full narrative on the NZSAS raid behind an official inquiry starting next week.15 Nov 07:30 AM
WorldConspiracy theories rife as Afghans tire of warUnited States blamed for conflict that shows no sign of ending after 17 years.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSculpture to honour Kiwi sacrifice and bravery in Le QuesnoyKiwi bravery and sacrifice will be honoured in a sculpture at Le Quesnoy.27 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldUS general wounded in surprise attackBrigadier-General Jeffrey Smiley was shot in Kandahar province on October 18.21 Oct 09:09 PM
New ZealandBig Read: Commander of slain NZ troops tells story for first timeNZDF blocked Craig Wilson's account of the infamous battle - but now it can be told.03 Oct 05:05 AM
New ZealandNZSAS inquiry: Public shut out after military, spies appealEvidence and testimony at inquiry into NZSAS said to be too sensitive for public airing.24 Sep 03:23 AM
New ZealandArdern signals possible end of missionsLabour and NZ First initially opposed the Iraq deployment but have now extended it.17 Sep 06:04 AM
WorldBitter battle: New horror for Taliban hostagesCaitlan Coleman and Joshua Boyle are now facing a new fight — against each other.09 Sep 05:52 PM
WorldTaliban rockets hit near Kabul presidencyThe Taliban has fired a pair of rockets toward the presidential palace in Kabul.21 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldAfghan forces free 149 hostages taken by TalibanAfghan forces launched a lightning operation in northern Kunduz province today.20 Aug 10:53 AM
WorldEastern Afghanistan caught between Taliban and IsisIslamic State is the greatest threat for residents of eastern Afghanistan.13 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldOsama Bin Laden's mum breaks silenceFamily of Osama bin Laden fear his son is intent on "avenging his father's death".03 Aug 10:01 PM
EditorialEditorial: Afghanistan peace talks a fragile thingIt has been a long time since Afghanistan has known anything resembling peace.01 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelTajikistan: Cyclist deaths in hit-and-run spark terror fearsThe death of four foreign cyclists in Tajikistan is being looked at as a terrorist act.30 Jul 08:38 PM
AirlinesPassport power: Where New Zealand ranksPassports that carry most visa-free access have been identified.10 Jul 10:31 PM
New ZealandNZDF buys Minister's book but says it's 'terrible'Colonel says minister should be more careful about the publications he publicly backs.08 Jul 05:00 PM
