WorldTrump fires labour statistics commissioner after figures show poor job growthFollowing a jobs report showing weak employment growth, US President Donald Trump fired labour statistics chief Dr Erika McEntarfer, calling the report 'rigged.' Video / AFPWatch02 Aug 08:07 AM
World‘You’re fired’: Trump sacks top official, claiming she rigged weak US job dataPresident insists the US economy is booming under his leadership. 01 Aug 10:10 PM
New ZealandUS envoy arrives in Middle East, job layoffs at Weta | NZ Herald news update: August 2, 2025A US special envoy has arrived in Gaza in hopes to mediate some peace. Turmoil offer Trump's tariffs continues. Job layoffs at Weta Workshop in Wellington. PM is in Christchurch.Watch01 Aug 08:07 PM
Politics‘Disappointing’: Govt responds to tariff shock as Labour accuses it of ‘major fail’01 Aug 03:47 AM
PoliticsTrump tariff deadline expires today - Trade Minister says 15%, 20% possibleTodd McClay said Trump might impose a 15% or even 20% tariff baseline.31 Jul 08:24 PM
WorldUS envoy holds talks in Israel ahead of critical Gaza visitSteve Witcoff met Netanyahu shortly after his arrival.31 Jul 08:18 PM
Herald NOWTrump launches global tariffs: What's the deal for New Zealand?NZ International Business Forum Executive Director, Felicity Roxburgh talks to Herald NOW about what Trump's tarrifs might mean for New Zealand. Video / Herald NOWWatch31 Jul 08:05 PM
SportConor McGregor loses appeal in $484k rape damages caseMcGregor had been ordered to pay case costs, estimated at around $2.9m.31 Jul 06:06 PM
PoliticsFBI to establish base in New Zealand, after Director Kash Patel visitFBI Director Kash Patel's secret visit was sprung by the Herald.31 Jul 02:02 AM
WorldUS to impose 15% tariff on South Korea in new trade dealSouth Korea will invest $350 billion in the US, Donald Trump said.31 Jul 01:24 AM
WorldCanada to recognise Palestinian state at UN, aligning with FranceCanada joins France in recognising Palestine, in support of a two-state solution.30 Jul 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Seriousness does not require subservience': No one is defying Trump like Brazil’s presidentNY Times: Faced with threats, Brazil's president said he wouldn't take orders from Trump.30 Jul 09:12 PM
WorldTrump imposes tariffs, sanctions in defence of BolsonaroBrasilia called the politically charged sanctions a 'serious attack' on their sovereignty.30 Jul 08:52 PM
WorldUS Fed holds firm against Trump pressure as divisions emerge Two governors dissented, the first such disagreement since the 1990s.30 Jul 08:24 PM
WorldHow Republicans made inroads with young male votersMen aged 18 to 29 are the most uncommitted US voters to either party.30 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why the Israel-Gaza conflict remains a 'War of the Worst'NYT OPINION: This war pits the worst, most fanatical leaders against each other. 30 Jul 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump test: Generals need to pass president's inspectionNew York Times: It's a departure from past practice and raises fears of politicisation.29 Jul 11:07 PM
WorldTrump claims Epstein 'stole' Virginia Giuffre from Mar-a-LagoTrump says that was one reason he threw Epstein out of his club in 2007.29 Jul 10:08 PM
WorldTrump sets 10-day deadline for Russia to end war or face new sanctionsPutin has yet to respond to Trump's threat. 29 Jul 08:25 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Why the job market feels worse than the numbers lookANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.29 Jul 07:14 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘I never had the privilege of going’ - Trump on not visiting Epstein's islandNew York Times: Epstein owned two islands in US Virgin Islands where he hosted friends.29 Jul 01:27 AM
WorldTrump slashes Russia ultimatum to '10 or 12 days'The US President demanded Russia end the Ukraine war or face new sanctions.28 Jul 06:19 PM
WorldTrump warns Gaza faces 'real starvation' amid humanitarian crisisThe President says the US and partners will help set up food centres in the territory. 28 Jul 06:06 PM
WorldUS tariff tussles stuff of nightmares for Bordeaux winemakersBordeaux's US market accounts for 20% of its total wine exports.28 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldThailand and Cambodia truce talks due but strikes continueAt least 35 people have died and over 200,000 displaced in the five-day conflict.28 Jul 05:40 AM
New ZealandUS and EU tensions ease and energy costs rise | NZ Herald afternoon news update: July 28, 2025Tension between the USA and the EU eases as a trade deal is made. A Greymouth High School student is charged with assault of another student. Energy prices rise. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 02:16 AM
WorldNae Trump: Scots deploy wit, bite, and bagpipes against US visitor'Scotland hated Trump before it was cool' read one sign at the weekend.27 Jul 11:12 PM
