New ZealandDeath rate jumps 10 per cent, Covid-19 sees NZ mortality rate climb to new highLatest statistics show how Covid has shaped New Zealand's rising death rate.17 Nov 05:11 AM
New ZealandHave you had stealth Covid-19? This new test will tell youKiwis will soon have a new way to check if they’ve had a stealth Covid-19 infection.17 Nov 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldFrom 'hairy tongue' to Covid toe: Five unusual Covid symptoms - and what to do about themNew York Times: Some of the unnerving yet real manifestations of the coronavirus.16 Nov 08:22 PM
WorldIn ‘zero-Covid’ China, one case locks down Peking UniversityAuthorities sticking to a strict “zero-Covid” approach despite growing public discontent.16 Nov 06:46 PM
New ZealandFocus live: Ministry of Health COVID-19 updateDirector-General and lead of the Public Health Agency Dr Andrew Old, Ministry of Health Chief Science Advisor Dr Ian Town and Te Whatu Ora Interim National Medical Director Dr Pete Watson give a COVID-19 update. Video / NZ Herald Watch15 Nov 11:20 PM
PoliticsWatch: 'Not out of the woods' - Covid summer wave may hit 11k cases a day21,595 new community cases have been reported in the past week.15 Nov 11:01 PM
WorldViolent unrest in Guangzhou over strict Covid restrictionsAnger with lockdowns in China has boiled over.15 Nov 09:22 PM
New ZealandArdern tests negative after meeting Covid-positive Cambodian PMArdern met Cambodia's PM Hun Sen on Sunday at the East Asia Summit.15 Nov 02:14 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldCovid depression is real. Here’s what you need to knowNew York Times: Risk of developing symptoms of depression remains high up to a year later.14 Nov 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Three years of Covid, new study suggests cautionOPINION: Our editorial warns those infected by the coronavirus should avoid a double dose.14 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelMajestic cruise cluster due to community transmission rates, say linerCases of Covid quadrupled to 800 on the two day sailing to Sydney.14 Nov 05:20 AM
New ZealandLive: 21,595 new Covid cases, 56 virus-related deaths in the past weekThe most recent analysis shows the Omicron subvariant remains dominant.14 Nov 12:11 AM
TravelAs cases rise, this country eases quarantine for travellersThe new rules are seen as a 'move towards normalisation' for the country.13 Nov 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction$3.8b landlord thanks Auckland CBD workers for returningIn February, Pritchard pleaded: “Please come back".13 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: Three things to know about Covid-19 reinfectionHow many Kiwis have really had Covid-19 this year? And what does it mean for reinfection?12 Nov 10:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteven Joyce: Robertson risks undermining independence of Reserve BankOPINION: Finance Minister should be taking steps to reinforce RBNZ's focus & independence.11 Nov 08:00 PM
WorldCruise ship with ‘800’ Covid cases set to disembark in SydneyA Covid-19 outbreak on a cruise ship has sparked concern.11 Nov 10:09 AM
LifestyleMichelle Obama shares personal stories of coping in new bookFormer US first lady struggled with "crushing sense of hopelessness” after 2020 election.10 Nov 06:40 PM
New ZealandWhy Sir David Skegg is 'cautiously optimistic' worst of Covid-19 is overTop epidemiologist says we'll look back on Covid response as 'great national achievement'.10 Nov 06:26 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldChina’s great ‘zero-Covid’ guessing gameNew York Times: World tries to figure out when China will drop its strict restrictions.09 Nov 10:02 PM
TalanoaCovid-19: WHO records 140 cases in TuvaluCommunity transmission was only picked up 6 days ago and now it's past 100.08 Nov 09:31 PM
New ZealandGovernment says no plans at this stage for annual Covid booster for most peopleDr Ayesha Verrall said the government was still getting expert advice.08 Nov 06:56 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: 20,802 new cases and 41 deaths in past 7 daysAn expert says NZ may be at or nearing the peak of this wave - but much remains unclear.07 Nov 12:09 AM
WorldWhy China’s Covid chaos is part of Xi’s planThere are rumblings behind the scenes as China refuses to its drop zero-Covid policy.06 Nov 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentSkyCity Adelaide might face A$50m fine: analystsYet A$300m fines are being forecast for a rival listed casino operator.06 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandI used to be a climate change denier, a vaccine sceptic, anti-gay - what changed?They once were climate change or vaccine skeptic, anti-homosexuality or abusive.Now what?05 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentThe big economic and social questions New Zealand facesRebuilding Better: Does NZ's Covid response offer a model for another big challenge?04 Nov 04:40 AM
New ZealandNZ's Covid cases could total 50,000 a week - double the reported numberCovid-19 cases could be more than twice the number that show up in official figures.03 Nov 10:41 PM
New ZealandRebuilding Better: New poll reveals most important issue for New ZealandersNew Zealanders highlight cost-of-living as most important issue.03 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldI spent 10 days in a secret Chinese Covid detention centreFinancial Times: 'I asked staff if anybody knew the address. No one seemed sure.'03 Nov 06:53 PM
Banking and financeBank of England makes biggest interest rate hike in 30 yearsHigh inflation is eroding living standards and likely to trigger a “prolonged” recession.03 Nov 06:21 PM
WorldCovid infection may cause an inflammatory response in the brainStudy identifies potential risks for neurodegenerative conditions, but also treatment.02 Nov 05:56 PM
New ZealandArdern hints at progress in Latin America trade dealThe PM has drawn on the wisdom of the Lord of the Rings star in a business speech.02 Nov 07:00 AM
New Zealand‘Variant soup’ set to drive up Covid infections - expertAs our immunity begins to wane, the reinfection risk rises, immunologist says.01 Nov 10:56 PM
