WorldUkrainian soldier escapes on e-bike delivered by droneThe soldier, call sign 'Tanker', was stranded for four to five days behind enemy lines.01 Aug 02:14 AM
New ZealandFit to fight? Navy boss orders Kiwi sailors stop boozing after multiple incidentsIncidents in NZ and offshore lead to investigations and orders to stop unhealthy drinking.30 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumWorldTrump test: Generals need to pass president's inspectionNew York Times: It's a departure from past practice and raises fears of politicisation.29 Jul 11:07 PM
PremiumPoliticsPrepare for war: Defence Minister tells Army recruits to be ready for combat18 Jul 09:05 PM
WorldTrump ‘very, very unhappy’ with Putin over ongoing war, threatening tariffs at 100%14 Jul 06:16 PM
WorldCambodia to implement military conscription amid Thailand tensionsLong dormant, conscription's required service period will rise from 18 to 24 months.14 Jul 07:05 AM
OpinionThe Conversation: Defence spending is like insurance – how will NZ pay the higher premiums?OPINION: The 2025 Defence Plan includes $9 billion in extra funding over four years.13 Jul 06:00 PM
WorldBomb-carrying donkey kills soldier in ColombiaA soldier died when a bomb on a donkey exploded in Valdivia, northwest Colombia.10 Jul 12:57 AM
WorldYemen’s Houthis claim deadly Red Sea attack on merchant shipThe Liberian-flagged Eternity C was badly damaged and sank during the attack.09 Jul 07:44 PM
WorldHeightened security as Amarnath pilgrimage beginsAbout 42,000 Indian security troops have been deployed for the pilgrimage.09 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldFive Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza combat amid intense conflictFive Israeli soldiers were killed in combat in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday.09 Jul 12:05 AM
WorldUnder fire: Red Sea shipping route under threat as attacks resumeThree killed in attack on the Liberian-flagged cargo ship Eternity.08 Jul 10:29 PM
New ZealandRoyal NZ Air Force establishes first dedicated space unitThe squadron's focus will be on monitoring, analysing and understanding space activity.04 Jul 06:24 AM
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