WorldIslamic State attack in Syria kills at least 53IS gunmen reportedly took advantage of focus on earthquake to carry out deadly attack.18 Feb 04:44 PM
WorldCourt hears final moments of young girls left to die in hot carAustralian mother jailed for manslaughter after leaving daughters while she slept.18 Feb 12:16 AM
WorldSix shot dead in small Mississippi town, suspect in custodyLocal schools went into lockdown while the suspect was being sought.17 Feb 09:52 PM
New ZealandThree in hospital, one fighting for their life, after east Auckland brawlOne person is critically hurt and another seriously hurt as police inquiries continue.17 Feb 09:21 PM
World5 Memphis officers plead not guilty to Tyre Nichols' deathThe officers were fired after investigation into arrest of Nichols, who died in hospital.17 Feb 04:41 PM
New ZealandCarmen Thomas murder revisited in Herald podcast A Moment In CrimeA Moment In Crime podcast looks back on the murder of Carmen Thomas by her ex17 Feb 12:13 AM
CrimeTeen told 111 murder defendant had choked her puppy; two months later she was dead"Stay away from my daughter, she's only 16," Trinity Oliver's mum recalled saying.16 Feb 11:44 PM
WorldTop Russian defence official falls to her death from tower blockMarina Yankina was a key figure in the funding of Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine.16 Feb 06:00 PM
World1 killed, 3 hurt in shooting at Texas shopping mallThe attack was across a parking lot from the Walmart 2019 shooting where 23 were killed.16 Feb 04:32 PM
New ZealandMan drunk and high on meth threatened to cut out partner’s tongueJustin David Gonscak appeared for sentence in Invercargill District Court last week.13 Feb 09:20 PM
WorldQuebec father recounts moments after bus hit daycare centreThe man had just parked when he saw the bus barrel through the daycare, killing two.09 Feb 09:15 PM
New ZealandGreat Barrier Island kidnapper Nathan Boulter refused parole after stalking womanMan infamous for Great Barrier Island kidnapping refused parole on recent charges.08 Feb 08:57 PM
World6yo boy who shot teacher tried to choke another - lawyerMore details to emerge allege boy swore at staff, tried to whip students with belt.08 Feb 07:45 PM
World‘Strong indications’ Putin approved missile supply, as MH17 inquiry endsBut insufficient evidence to prosecute Putin or other suspects and inquiry suspended.08 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandStaffer stabbed during youth justice facility escape attemptOffenders believed to have taken advantage of inexperienced staff, poor maintenance.07 Feb 08:53 PM
Entertainment'Completely false': Rust shooting armourer speaks out amid court chargesRust armourer says she was "stretched too thin" on set, not called back before gun used.04 Feb 10:41 PM
Royals'I am here to kill the Queen': Man pleads guilty to treason over crossbow plotThe man was arrested at Windsor Castle on Christmas Day 2021, when Queen was in residence.03 Feb 05:19 PM
New ZealandElderly man injured by neighbour who thought he was breaking into his homeThe 78-year-old needed surgery after his leg was broken at the hip.03 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentAfter the Rust tragedy, do armourers have a future in film?“Gun safety is a very emotive issue, and it will be a shame if some of our craft is lost.”02 Feb 11:31 PM
New ZealandWaikeria prison riots: Two more admit guilt, as 12 others head to trialFires lit by rioting prisoners allegedly caused $50m of damage.02 Feb 02:40 AM
New Zealand'Dismissed': Convicted killer, rapist fails in fourth murder trial bidMalcolm Rewa has failed in his appeal over his conviction for Susan Burdett's murder.01 Feb 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhen daddy kills mummy: Picking up the pieces when children are orphaned by crimeWhat happens to the kids left behind after fatal family violence? Anna Leask reports27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldReport delves into US mass shootingsReport on US mass attacks calls for communities to intervene early when they see signs.25 Jan 10:11 PM
World2 dead, 7 injured in German train stabbingThe attacker was also injured and taken to hospital.25 Jan 05:53 PM
WorldTeacher shot by student to sue school district, warnings ignored - lawyerStaff warned administrators three times boy had a gun and was making threats, lawyer says.25 Jan 05:04 PM
WorldShootout at Oakland gas station kills 1, wounds 8Shootout only hours after a gunman killed seven at two locations in San Fran Bay area.24 Jan 04:31 PM
WorldWatch: Service for Memphis man, who died after police arrestA memorial service was held Tuesday for Tyre Nichols, whose death after a confrontation with police officers during a traffic stop led to protests. Video / APWatch23 Jan 05:01 PM
EntertainmentProsecutors seek justice in Baldwin shooting caseDA striving for "equal justice ... regardless of the fame or fortune of those involved".21 Jan 06:36 PM
New ZealandPolice rush to emergency incident: One seriously hurt in suspected shootingResidents were last night speculating online that a shooting had occurred.21 Jan 05:02 PM
EntertainmentMickey Rourke defends Alec Baldwin over 'Rust' shooting“No way in hell should Alec Baldwin be blamed for this unfortunate tragedy.”20 Jan 09:47 PM
World6yo who shot teacher in US has ‘acute disability’; teacher's status revealedOne of boy's parents usually accompanied him in class but didn't the week of the shooting.20 Jan 06:09 PM
EntertainmentAlec Baldwin to be charged with involuntary manslaughterHalyna Hutchins was fatally shot on the set of the film "Rust" in New Mexico.19 Jan 04:09 PM
New ZealandJacinda Ardern calls time, North Shore blaze & Alec Baldwin charged | Focus Morning Bulletin: 20 January, 2023 Jacinda Ardern’s popularity revealed as the PM steps down, Fire crews respond to building fire overnight and prosecutors announce Alec Baldwin’s fate in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jan 04:02 PM
New Zealand'You stupid moron': Engineer punches pilot in head in cockpit; that was only the start of the sagaIt took the victim complaining to the CAA before attacker ended up in court.17 Jan 04:20 PM