New ZealandWatch: Rainbow community ‘needs love and support’ amid hatred, says SwarbrickBrian Tamaki says he instructed Destiny Church group to storm library hosting kids' event.16 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Destiny’s rainbow protests not fit for a tolerant, liberal societyOPINION: 'Show tolerance for one another in love' – Ephesians 4:2.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Fuelled by hatred' - Teenager concussed after violent Destiny Church Rainbow protestA 16-year-old girl attending a sports event was assaulted during the vicious melee.16 Feb 06:30 AM
New Zealand'Not good enough': Politicians, police condemn Destiny Church, criminal investigation under way'Leave your bigotry and intolerance elsewhere.'16 Feb 04:44 AM
FootballLip-reader claims Spain football boss asked permission to kiss World Cup starA sign-language expert comes to defence of the former football president.11 Feb 07:05 PM
WorldUK minister sacked for saying he hoped pensioner who didn’t vote Labour would dieAndrew Gwynne suspended by party after string of seemingly sexist and racist remarks.08 Feb 11:13 PM
EntertainmentOscar-nominated actress apologises for offensive tweets, deactivates accountThe Emilia Pérez star said she was 'deeply sorry to those I have caused pain'.01 Feb 10:37 PM
PoliticsMexican Embassy wades in after NZ First minister's 'xenophobic' commentsPeters told the Herald he stood by his remarks.30 Jan 03:20 AM
PoliticsWatch: 'Not words I would use' - PM grilled over ministers' 'xenophobic' commentsChristopher Luxon will speak to media shortly.30 Jan 01:34 AM
New Zealand'It's a Mexican stand-off': Shane Jones unrepentant for comments labelled 'racist'The NZ First politician made the remark during a debate in Parliament.29 Jan 07:11 PM
Politics'Send the Mexicans home': Greens ask PM to condemn ministers' 'racist' rhetoricNZ First's Shane Jones yelled 'Send the Mexicans home' during Tuesday's debate.29 Jan 04:55 AM
WorldMusk urges far-right German party to move beyond 'past guilt'It comes amid debate over whether Musk made a Nazi-style salute at inauguration rally.26 Jan 04:36 AM
WorldTrump administration directs US agencies to start firing diversity staffIt's the latest in a blitz of right-wing measures Trump has set upon his return to power.25 Jan 02:58 AM
New ZealandRātana 2025: Govt faces Māori leaders ahead of Treaty Principles Bill hearingsSpeakers from both sides spoke about the need for collaboration.24 Jan 08:27 AM
WorldElon Musk and Wikipedia founder in row over how to describe ‘Nazi salute’The gesture was controversial enough, but now come the sub-controversies.23 Jan 03:28 AM
PoliticsParliament extends public submissions for two more bills after Treaty Principles Bill website issues, unprecedented demandTwo bills being heard by the Social Services and Community Committee are affected.21 Jan 04:20 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Look overseas for hot house solutionsOPINION: 'We're unintentionally creating heat traps in our pursuit of modern aesthetics.'19 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsTreaty Principles Bill submissions reopen after website woesMore than 300,000 submissions set a new record for the Treaty Principles Bill.08 Jan 11:50 PM
WorldTributes to ‘teddy bear’ 9-year-old victim of German Christmas market attackAndré Gleißner died alongside four women after car driven through Magdeburg market.22 Dec 11:08 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why the haka protest marked a pivotal moment in NZ politicsYoung leaders drove the massive hīkoi, emphasising empowerment and unity in Aotearoa.18 Dec 08:48 PM
New ZealandLuxon's 'I'm wealthy, I'm sorted' leading Quote of the Year votesThe PM's one-liner received the most nominations for the award.15 Dec 03:16 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency boss turns hose on bullying, harassment: 'Enough is enough'Service's reputation is being tarnished by those acting inappropriately, its CEO says.12 Dec 11:41 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fire and Emergency NZ boss 'upset' by bullying, racism and sexismTwo independent reviews revealed many do not feel safe to come to work.11 Dec 11:20 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: Prison report reveals heartbreak of youth incarceration cycleOPINION: Is Corrections able to address failings in how we handle young offenders?08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSupreme Court rules in new twist for 20-year foreshore and seabed Māori rights sagaThe new ruling is the latest twist in the 20-year legal saga regarding customary rights.02 Dec 02:27 AM
KahuTino Rangatiratanga flag emoji petition gains youth supportA petition for a Tino Rangatiratanga flag emoji gains thousands of signatures.01 Dec 12:01 AM
KahuFree Te Tiriti books for all NZ high schools after donor's giftRoimata Smail: 'This generous support ensures students access clear Treaty knowledge.'28 Nov 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Going to f**king kill you': NZ Jewish community faces violence, threats, abuseA Jewish intermediate school student was pushed to the ground and threatened with a stick.27 Nov 05:28 PM
New ZealandDrag pub quiz turns sour after alleged 'racially targeted' remarks'To walk into a space we thought was safe and then be targeted ... made us sick.'26 Nov 06:00 AM
EntertainmentTaika Waititi's involved, but how did Charles Wu's acclaimed novel make it to TV?'When I put on that serious-writer hat, it squeezes my head, and no thoughts come out.'26 Nov 01:29 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Ok for cops to walk in a Rainbow Parade, but not the Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi?OPINION: Mark Mitchell's hardline approach is great for headlines but not practical.25 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: House haka was boisterous but dignifiedOPINION: 'Please fix both these major driving problems this year.'23 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuOpinion: It's hard when you become a minority in the land of your fathersOPINION: Once proud and hard-working, most Māori have no meaningful mahi.22 Nov 02:15 AM
KahuFears of ‘more dead Māori kids’ if police are routinely armedLobby group calls out new Police Commissioner over arming his officers.21 Nov 07:40 PM