PremiumPremiumPoliticsPrepare for war: Defence Minister tells Army recruits to be ready for combat'People don't join the Army to sit at home and fight over the remote control.'18 Jul 09:05 PM
WorldIsrael strikes Syria as govt accused of executing 19 civiliansIsrael launched strikes against Syrian forces defending Druze in Sweida.15 Jul 08:16 PM
WorldTrump ‘very, very unhappy’ with Putin over ongoing war, threatening tariffs at 100%Trump's envoy met Zelensky in Kyiv, promising fresh air defence systems.14 Jul 06:16 PM
OpinionThe Conversation: Defence spending is like insurance – how will NZ pay the higher premiums?13 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘The Bomb Lady’ and the forerunner of the ‘bunker-buster’ used in IranAnh Duong was key in developing the explosives used.01 Jul 08:00 PM
World'Explosive-laden vehicle': 16 soldiers killed, dozens injured in Pakistan suicide attackThe explosion caused two house roofs to collapse, injuring six children.28 Jun 09:27 AM
WorldGermany's $177b military build-up sparks coalition tensionsPresident Trump endorsed Germany's military spending increase during Merz's visit.27 Jun 01:53 AM
WorldEcuador's most-wanted gang leader captured'Fito' escaped custody in Ecuador in early 2024, leading to a months-long manhunt.26 Jun 03:36 AM
WorldBritish F-35A jets to carry nuclear weapons under new US deal'In an era of radical uncertainty, we can no longer take peace for granted' - British PM.24 Jun 11:29 PM
PoliticsGovt reserves view on US’ Iran strikes as NZ deploys Hercules plane to Middle EastLabour wants the Govt to denounce the US attack as a breach of international law. 22 Jun 02:56 AM
World'Advance terror attacks': Israeli navy strikes Hezbollah siteThe site was used by Hezbollah to plan attacks on Israeli civilians.21 Jun 06:55 AM
WorldIsrael strikes dozens of Tehran targets in aggressive overnight raidsMore than 60 fighter jets hit alleged missile production sites in Tehran.20 Jun 08:29 AM
World'Wake-up call': 41,000 violations against children in conflict zonesThe report verified 41,370 grave violations, the highest since monitoring began.20 Jun 03:39 AM
WorldUkraine’s field hospitals keep getting hit, so they are going underground The underground hospital is designed to protect medics from targeted attacks.16 Jun 07:00 PM
WorldTrump celebrates birthday with military parade amid protestsNearly 7000 troops marched and aircraft roared overhead during the parade.15 Jun 01:16 AM
World'Extraordinary intrusion': Legal clash over Trump's troop deploymentTroops are protecting federal buildings in LA amid protests against immigration raids.13 Jun 10:54 PM
World'Full alert': Cambodia restricts Thai internet in border spatCambodia and Thailand will meet in Phnom Penh on Saturday to discuss their border dispute.13 Jun 06:32 AM
New ZealandSoldier won't be dismissed after filming woman without consent during sexJudge and panel opt for a lesser sentence for corporal, including a formal warning. 12 Jun 12:19 AM
New ZealandFacing dismissal: Soldier's career on the line after filming woman without consent during sexA panel began deliberations this morning at Burnham Military Camp.11 Jun 12:03 AM
WorldTrump uses US Army birthday to lash out over LA protestsThe US President called protesters 'animals' in what was meant to be a non-partisan event.10 Jun 11:48 PM
New ZealandTwo charges dropped against soldier in court martial for recordingsTwo charges against Corporal Smith were dropped in the Court Martial.10 Jun 06:09 AM
WorldArmy officer faces court-martial on 43 charges, including rapeFifteen women are expected to testify against him, sharing detailed abuse accounts.10 Jun 01:06 AM
WorldSpend more or get ready to speak Russian, Nato chief warns UKRussia could attack Nato by 2030, according to Mark Rutte's London speech.09 Jun 10:05 PM
WorldRussia launches record 479 drones at Ukraine in latest escalationSeventy buildings, including homes and a nursery, were damaged in Rivne.09 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA powerful, opaque al-Qaeda affiliate is rampaging across West AfricaThe group now commands up to 6000 fighters in the region.09 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldWatch: Greta Thunberg says Israeli forces have ‘kidnapped’ herIsraeli forces boarded a Gaza-bound aid ship on Monday.09 Jun 01:38 AM
WorldTrump charts new territory in bypassing governor to deploy National GuardCalifornia governor Gavin Newsom criticised Trump, calling it a 'spectacle'.08 Jun 08:33 PM