WorldLockdowns return to Europe as Covid surges againToughest restrictions loom again, including for double jabbed – in deadly fourth wave.18 Nov 10:08 PM
New Zealand'Pure racists': European dancers slammed for mock hakaExpert worries such videos on social media could put Māori children off their own culture.10 Jun 06:22 AM
BusinessCzech billionaire among five killed in Alaska helicopter crashThe chopper slammed into a mountain and then rolled hundreds of feet downhill.29 Mar 10:18 PM
World'Bleak midwinter' in Europe as millions enter lockdownA quarter of a billion Europeans are heading into lockdown to fight off a second wave.02 Nov 01:40 AM
WorldCovid-19: Europe and US 'deep in second wave'Two continents in 'corona fatigue' , raising the threat of another round of lockdowns.28 Oct 05:45 PM
WorldEurope at 'turning point' as virus surges, hits at-risk groupsCases could swamp hospitals as ICUs near capacity in "alarming" resurgence.16 Oct 07:36 PM
WorldCovid-19: Europe reels under new record casesNew restrictions as record daily highs hit Germany, the Czech Republic, Italy and Poland.15 Oct 06:01 PM
WorldEurope's new lockdown - country by countryEuropean governments are scrambling to prevent another round of complete shutdowns.14 Oct 08:33 PM
New ZealandParole Board releases full decision about release of drug-smuggling kickboxer Karel SroubekParole Board releases full decision for drug smuggler Karel Sroubek18 Aug 06:49 AM
New ZealandDrug-smuggling kickboxer Karel Sroubek granted paroleHe was due to finish his sentence in early 2022.17 Aug 04:43 AM
WorldCoronavirus clampdown: EU to seal borders for a monthThe move is to slow the spread of Covid-19.17 Mar 07:54 PM
WorldVirus spreads to over 60 countries; France closes the LouvreMore than 60 countries have been hit by coronavirus, with infections and deaths mounting.01 Mar 05:04 PM
TravelMedieval magic: The best day trip to take from PragueVenture into the heart of the Czech Republic to a bohemian town a world away from Prague.18 Jan 08:00 PM
WorldSix dead in Czech Republic hospital shooting, gunman at largePolice initially said the shooter was at large.10 Dec 08:26 AM
WorldCzechs message at revolution marchProtesters from across the Czech Republic attended yesterday's demonstration.17 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSroubek deportation review: Immigration NZ should have inquiry powersImmigration Minister asked questions about Sroubek that Immigration NZ could not answer09 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'I've lost everything': Karel Sroubek embarrassed Govt, now he wants paroleThe convicted drug smuggler claims his life would be in danger if he was deported.16 Sep 12:30 AM
New ZealandDeadly decisions: Tramper watched partner die, waited a month for rescueThe grieving woman at the heart of month-long ordeal heard her partner's last breath.02 Sep 10:30 PM
LifestyleBrain-dead mum gives birth after three months on life supportThe tragic case has raised ethical questions.27 Aug 09:52 PM
SportChess grandmaster accused of cheating on toiletPolice are investigating after Igors Rausis was caught "red-handed".12 Jul 08:14 PM
New ZealandKarel Sroubek case: Prague photo that helped convince juryEXCLUSIVE: The photo of Karel Sroubek smiling in his homeland despite fears for his life.31 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldGwynne Dyer: What went wrong in eastern Europe?The dreams that drove the anti-Communist revolutions of 1989 are still alive but fading.01 Jan 04:32 AM
New ZealandKarel Sroubek: Claims against me are falseFrom inside prison, drug smuggler Karel Sroubek says he's not threat to ex-wife.15 Dec 04:00 PM
BusinessInside the pub where your bartender is a robotThe robot can pour as many as four glasses of wine simultaneously.30 Nov 12:30 AM
WorldGruesome discovery at Czech tiger farm: Big cats slaughtered and made into stockInvestigators found big cats were being killed, chopped up and cooked. Warning: Graphic.19 Nov 06:35 PM
New ZealandLawyer casts doubt over possible Sroubek deportationImmigration lawyer Marcus Beveridge says Sroubek's old offences can't be used again.13 Nov 08:23 AM
New ZealandCzech Govt wants drug smuggler deported from NZRequest comes after Govt controversially cancelled Karel Sroubek's deportation order.02 Nov 12:56 AM
New ZealandKarel Sroubek went back to Czech Republic twice despite fears for lifeHigh Court judge gave passport to Karel Sroubek to travel home, twice, while on bail.01 Nov 02:55 AM
New ZealandCzech drug-smuggler used false name for Kiwi weddingKarel Sroubek enjoyed a fancy wedding under his false name.01 Nov 01:00 AM
OpinionMike HoskingHosking: Sroubek case will haunt this GovernmentCOMMENT: This thing is growing legs because Kiwis have an inherent sense of fairness.30 Oct 06:27 PM
New Zealand'I believe him' - Judge who gave Karel Sroubek a second chance stands by rulingJudge has "no doubts" about genuine safety concerns if drug smuggler deported.30 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandPM backs minister over not deporting Czech drug smugglerKarel Sroubek has been granted residency despite being convicted of importing MDMA29 Oct 07:39 PM
New ZealandMP protest after drug smuggler granted residency, care worker deniedA Northland MP is leading protests against the decision to grant a drug smuggler residency29 Oct 07:25 PM
New ZealandNational MP to travel to Czech Republic if Govt fails to give immigration answersMark Mitchell says residency decision is "rotten" and Govt should give details on case.29 Oct 03:17 AM
