WorldCovid: Record 116 new cases, one death confirmed in FijiNinety-three of the new cases are linked to existing clusters, health boss says.15 Jun 09:41 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMany post-Covid patients experiencing new medical problems, study findsNew York Times: Almost one-quarter sought medical treatment for new conditions.15 Jun 07:37 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'Ridiculous' shortage of MIQ spaces for construction workers"With Covid and shut borders, it's become much worse" - Andrew Moore, CMP15 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Go eat a bat': How Covid sullied many NZers' views of AsiaBut a majority believe ties with Asia are important.15 Jun 05:00 PM
VideoUK lockdown: Time to 'ease off the accelerator'Speaking at a press conference, Boris Johnson said the four-week delay would give the NHS "extra time" to deal with the rising transmission of the Delta variant and vaccinate more people. Video / UK GovernmentWatch15 Jun 05:56 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessWorse than Covid: Labour shortages causing havoc for hospo sectorLabour shortages are said to be a bigger danger for business than Covid alert levels were.15 Jun 05:26 AM
WorldTwo new cases spark housing complex lockdown in VictoriaThe infected men had links to communal areas in the complex, authorities say.15 Jun 04:48 AM
WorldFiji Covid outbreak: 89 new community cases; situation 'worse than Aus, NZ'Pacific nation asks Australia for help as its coronavirus outbreak goes from bad to worse.15 Jun 04:20 AM
WorldThe Covid lab-leak theory is plausible because accidents happen. I should knowOPINION: It wouldn't be the first time an infectious pathogen was accidentally released.15 Jun 01:14 AM
New ZealandNo new Covid cases today, two patients remain in hospitalTwo people with the virus remain in a stable condition at Middlemore Hospital.15 Jun 01:07 AM
New ZealandMIQ staffing impacts rollout of new police recruitsPolice said some regions would have to wait for new cops due to MIQ commitments.14 Jun 11:36 PM
WorldZero new locally acquired Covid-19 cases in VictoriaNews is a promising sign that restrictions will be eased again this week.14 Jun 11:24 PM
New ZealandAll Auckland over-65s to receive Covid vaccine invite within a weekThe vaccine rollout update was issued today.14 Jun 11:21 PM
WorldDamning bat video contradicts WHO claimEarlier investigation said the idea that bats were held at the institute 'an error'.14 Jun 09:36 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldChina's 'bat woman' at the centre of pandemic storm speaks outNew York Times: In rare interview, virologist said speculation about Wuhan lab baseless.14 Jun 09:31 PM
World'Ease off the accelerator': Lockdown end in England delayed a monthBritish PM Boris Johnson said it is "sensible to wait just a little longer".14 Jun 06:50 PM
WorldNovavax says large study finds its Covid shot about 90 per cent effectiveVaccine maker Novavax says its shot is highly effective against Covid-19.14 Jun 06:17 PM
New Zealand'Disrespectful': Rest home Covid vaccination disparity revealedThe delay in Auckland's rollout was having a big impact on flu vaccinations.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Everyone here is alone': How Covid tore a New Delhi neighbourhood apartNew York Times: How fear, neglect and Covid-19 tore apart a New Delhi neighbourhood.14 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhy are critical vaccine rollout questions not being answered?ANALYSIS: Kiwis deserve better than a wait-and-see approach.14 Jun 04:00 AM
AirlinesTranstasman bubble: Traveller numbers revealedKiwis are travelling, but the numbers are lower than expected.14 Jun 03:56 AM
New ZealandOne new Covid MIQ case, confusion over patient in hospital's ICU clarifiedMinistry clarifies Covid patient was in ICU but is now out.14 Jun 02:06 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIn China's latest outbreak, doctors say the infected get sicker, fasterNew York Times: Doctors say the symptoms are different and more dangerous.14 Jun 01:34 AM
New ZealandAuckland Covid case out of ICU, remains in hospitalThe Ministry of Health revealed the change on its website yesterday afternoon.13 Jun 11:58 PM
WorldVictoria records two new community Covid cases; testing drop worries officialsBoth new locally acquired infections are linked to existing clusters.13 Jun 10:36 PM
WorldFiji's PM resists pressure for 28-day lockdown as Covid outbreak surges'People's jobs may never return ... I cannot allow that to happen and I will not.'13 Jun 09:35 PM
New Zealand'Deeply misleading' Covid-19 leaflets distress residentThe Advertising Standards Authority has received complaints about the flyers.13 Jun 09:28 AM
CompaniesRocket Lab to consider paying back $2.85m wage subsidyIf the wage subsidy conditions were not met, Rocket Lab says it will repay the subsidy.13 Jun 03:10 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Four new cases in managed isolationQuarantine-free travel between New Zealand and Victoria is paused until Thursday.13 Jun 12:03 AM
World'More cases out there': Victoria's Covid-19 outbreak grows by oneIn total there are now 68 active cases in Victoria.12 Jun 11:05 PM
LifestyleSeeking stress relief, man jumps into lake for 365th straight dayDan O'Conor said he started jumping into Lake Michigan to 'find some moments of Zen'.12 Jun 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldCovid: UK's 'freedom day' in doubt as Delta variant takes holdNew York Times: A surge in cases of the variant has prompted alarm among health experts.12 Jun 02:45 AM
WorldWhy the Delta variant is terrifying Covid expertsIt spreads more easily, it's more severe, and it's more resistant to vaccines.12 Jun 12:15 AM
WorldChinese researchers find 24 new coronaviruses in batsOne of the newly identified coronaviruses is the second-closest genetically to Covid-19.11 Jun 10:17 PM
