WorldFrance plans social media ban for children aged under-15The initiative is backed by President Emmanuel Macron with a draft law drawn up.31 Dec 07:53 PM
PremiumWorldThe separation: Inside the unravelling US-Ukraine partnershipNew York Times: This is the chaotic, previously untold story behind the past year.31 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldShe burned down her house but rebuilt Italy. Can Meloni lead Europe?PM has reshaped the migration debate, turning her policies into a blueprint.31 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumWorldWorn down by worry, parents look longingly at Australia’s social media ban28 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldExplainer: The European laws curbing big tech and irking the USBrussels has adopted a powerful legal arsenal aimed at reining in tech giants.24 Dec 10:23 PM
World 'Witch hunt': EU slams US sanctions on five EuropeansUS targets five European officials regulating tech firms' social media platforms.24 Dec 08:14 PM
WorldFrance launches probe over video of man harassing Jewish boyThe man speaks to the boy in English saying: 'Are you gonna free Palestine, bro?'23 Dec 08:14 PM
WorldMacron announces new French aircraft carrierNuclear-powered vessel to replace French flagship, the Charles de Gaulle.22 Dec 12:03 AM
Travel newsTwice lost, twice found: Kiwi traveller's last-ditch effort to save wife's engagement ring diamondIt wasn't the couple's first scare, having lost the ring 25 years ago in Lake Taupō. 21 Dec 05:30 AM
WorldGot your number: How an 85-year-old turned the tables on phone scammersThe pensioner tag teamed with his daughter to catch out the fraudsters19 Dec 12:42 AM
WorldFrench court jails doctor for life for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12Twelve victims died, while others, aged 4 to 89, survived cardiac arrests.18 Dec 04:59 PM
WorldNew spy software detected in journalist's phone in BelarusThe journalist had to unlock and give it to Belarusian KGB agents during an interrogation.18 Dec 12:24 AM
WorldThe Nato-style security guarantees designed to stop Putin striking againAmerican jets and missiles based in Nato states could strike if Russia breaches a truce.17 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe turbulent times of Friedrich MerzNY Times: The Chancellor has emerged as the closest thing Europe has to a political pilot.16 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTrump says Ukraine deal close, Europe proposes peace forceThe Ukrainian President hailed new Nato-like security guarantees offered by Washington.15 Dec 09:13 PM
WorldGerman troops to dig trenches on Poland’s bordersAnti-tank barriers to be built on frontiers with Belarus and Russia.15 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldBaby booms: These governments want to spark themCan a mix of perks, incentives and ideology reverse declining population trends?14 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldCongress set to reinforce Europe and NatoLawmakers are explicitly moving in the opposite direction to the Trump Administration.10 Dec 08:46 PM
WorldTrump’s team sees Europe’s ‘erasure’ as Europeans see a hostile USTransatlantic relations between the US and Europe have hit a low point.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I took an oath': Holidaying Kiwi cop spoils custard protest targeting Crown Jewels in LondonSenior Constable Mark Strongman detained two protesters at the Tower of London.09 Dec 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailPrivate equity giant backs AS Colour in global $500m growth pushQuadrant is buying its stake from NZ private equity firm Direct Capital.09 Dec 09:31 PM
WorldTrump warns Zelenskyy: Accept war deal by Christmas or face ‘losing’ UkraineZelenskyy is touring European capitals to rally backing for his counter-plan.09 Dec 06:45 PM
TravelThree rivers, six countries, an open bar and a personal butler serviceDoing it tough on a luxury 15-day river cruise.08 Dec 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisSuperpower competition: The missing chapter in US security strategyNew York Times analysis: Document describes a country avoiding judging authoritarians.07 Dec 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisTrump has long disdained Europe’s elites. Now, it’s officialNew York Times: New US document reboots debate about Europe's strategic crossroads. 07 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldCan Germany stop extremism by banning a far-right party? Some want to tryUnder Germany's constitution such prohibitions are allowed to prevent a repeat of Nazism.07 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldHow volcanoes upend the story of what sparked the Black DeathEvidence is drawn from ice cores, ancient tree rings, accounts of famine and grain trade. 07 Dec 04:00 PM