WorldJapan's H2A rocket retires after 50 launches, faces commercial hurdlesIt launched more than 70 satellites, mainly for Japan’s Government.01 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelLive octopus and martial arts classes: What South Korea is really like The destination is like no other place on Earth. 01 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldScientists retrace 30,000-year-old sea voyage, in a hollowed-out logNew York Times: A 45-hour journey took the team from eastern Taiwan to Yonaguni Island.26 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisBombing of Iran may teach unwelcome lessons on nuclear weaponsNYT analysis: One conclusion might be a bomb is the only protection in a dangerous world.25 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDanone's NZ profits surge, dividend doubles to $19.8m Revenue increased 32% to $591.99m.24 Jun 05:00 AM
WorldWhy rice is poised to survive better in a warming worldStudy suggests farmers will need to be more innovative to keep up with climate impacts.23 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldManga prophecy sparks flight cancellations to Japan amid quake fearsFlight sales from key Asian markets to Japan have declined due to the manga.19 Jun 10:45 PM
WorldMilestone move: Taiwan's submarine programme advances amid challengesThe 80m submarine features US combat systems and torpedoes.18 Jun 04:23 AM
BusinessVietjet orders 100 Airbus A321neo planesThe Vietnam deal includes an option to buy 50 more jets later.18 Jun 12:26 AM
WorldUS to declare seven pangolin species endangered to combat traffickingPangolins are the most trafficked mammals, hunted for their scales and meat.17 Jun 12:27 AM
TravelWhere are the world’s best cruises? We asked a seasoned cruiserAccording to this expert, these five cruises explore the world’s best destinations.16 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldVietnam lawmakers abolish district-level governmentThey merged provinces, cutting nearly 80,000 jobs.16 Jun 05:27 AM
WorldRust removal sparks explosion at US base in OkinawaThe explosion occurred while SDF members were assessing unexploded bombs.09 Jun 08:07 AM
WorldWhy Vietnam's two-child policy change may not boost birth rateHigh living costs in big cities deter many from having more children.04 Jun 03:59 AM
WorldMongolian PM resigns after losing confidence voteProtests in Ulaanbaatar erupted over alleged corruption and economic concerns.03 Jun 01:06 AM
World'A wake-up call': US warns of China's military ambitions in AsiaThe US is calling on allies to upgrade defences amid China's military pressure in Asia.31 May 04:25 AM
WorldCyber crime crackdown: 15 foreign nationals jailed in NigeriaThey include 11 Filipinos, two Chinese, one Malaysian, and one Indonesian.30 May 11:13 PM
WorldUS to revoke visas for Chinese students linked to Communist PartyNew visa scrutiny targets applicants from China and Hong Kong.29 May 03:12 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNew 12-level $290m University of Auckland student block plannedSingaporeans involved in the new deal, Precinct to sell 80% of the development when done.28 May 11:59 PM
Travel newsWatch: Kiwi paraglider's 200km flight over India goes viralBenjamin Kellett soared over the Indian Himalayas for 6.5 hours, gaining viral attention.25 May 05:00 PM
WorldGlobal conflicts reach highest level since WWII, data revealsConflicts in Europe, mainly Ukraine, account for 33% of global conflict deaths.22 May 08:28 AM
Travel newsSingapore Airlines adds seats, boosts freight capacity to ChristchurchWeekly flights between Christchurch and Singapore will increase to 11.22 May 07:36 AM
WorldRising tensions: Chinese arms in spotlight after Pakistan-India clashPakistan claims Chinese jets downed six Indian aircraft, including French-made Rafales.20 May 06:30 AM
New Zealand'Like a nightmare': Experts fear measles outbreak amid low vaccination ratesAucklanders are urged to check for measles exposure after a new case emerged.12 May 09:00 PM
Business'90-day pause': US and China to scale back tariffsThe US and China will cut tariffs for 90 days.12 May 08:05 AM
TravelHave you made one of these faux pas in Japan? Two Japanese etiquette experts reveal the most common mistakes. 11 May 05:00 AM
WorldPakistan strikes Indian sites, bringing nuclear rivals nearer to warPakistani attacks on India’s heartland will be seen as more serious than hits in Kashmir.10 May 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumTravel36 Hours in SingaporeNew York Times: Singapore celebrates its diamond jubilee as a thriving city-state.09 May 08:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey Young'We're going to act like a real country': Judith Collins on NZ's $12b defence splurgeThe Defence Minister says New Zealand is a 'small price-taker' from the world.06 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Body-packed five cartons': Man busted smuggling cigarettes at Wellington airportIllegal tobacco operations sell from Facebook marketplace, churches and language schools.04 May 05:00 PM
TravelIs this the kindest country in the world?In Vietnam, kindness is part of everyday life—expressed through gestures big and small.03 May 12:00 PM
WorldUniversal antivenom within reach thanks to man bitten by snakes over 200 times – on purposeSelf-taught herpetologist Tim Friede has been exposing himself to snake venom for years.03 May 12:56 AM
BusinessStudy links 350,000 heart disease deaths to plastic chemicals in 2018Phthalates are chemicals added to plastic to make it more stretchy, soft or flexible.30 Apr 07:14 AM
