TravelEurovision winner Sweden makes history but which country has won the most times?Loreen is only the second person in the 67-year history to win twice.14 May 11:55 PM
TravelRussian tennis champ slept in Cairo airport after airline refused her passportThe women's tennis champ says she spent 18 hours in Cairo airport because of her passport.27 Apr 12:16 AM
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WorldG7 vows to intensify sanctions on Russia over war in Ukraine'There can be no impunity for war crimes and other atrocities.'18 Apr 05:33 AM
WorldHungarians encouraged to report on neighbours raising trans childrenA new law has forbidden homosexuality or gender change to minors.15 Apr 03:13 AM
WorldNetherlands train crash: One dead and many injuredA train partially derailed near the Dutch city of The Hague.04 Apr 07:08 AM
New ZealandNanaia Mahuta to attend Nato meeting ahead of potential Russian counteroffensive in UkraineFormer prime minister Jacinda Ardern attended the Nato summit in Madrid last year.02 Apr 07:17 AM
Travel8 of the best trips for cruisey solo travellersFor keen travellers ready to set sail, these holidays won't penalise you for going solo.28 Mar 09:30 PM
WorldWhy are migrants in small boats a heated issue in the UK?Illegal asylum seekers have been trying to enter British shores for years to find work.08 Mar 09:04 PM
WorldUK govt admits tough new plan to stop Channel migrants 'pushes law'“If you enter Britain illegally, you will be detained and swiftly removed,” govt says.07 Mar 06:49 PM
WorldExtraordinary images from ‘paralysed’ cityIrate farmers have brought a major city to a standstill, staging an epic tractor protest.06 Mar 11:28 PM
WorldGermany warns of ‘consequences’ if China sends arms to RussiaOlaf Scholz has threatened to crack down on China if they send weapons and aid to Russia.05 Mar 09:06 PM
RoyalsKing Charles picks France, Germany for first state visitsVisits an effort to build bridges with Europe after strained relationships over Brexit.03 Mar 05:22 PM
WorldWorld on edge after Putin's nuclear arms treaty move, test threatsPutin has suspended Russia’s involvement in only remaining nuclear arms reduction treaty.21 Feb 04:41 PM
WorldSuffocated to death: 18 migrants found dead in truck, seven people arrestedGrisly discovery found in compartment beneath load of lumber.19 Feb 05:19 PM
TechnologyTikTok plans two more European data centres amid privacy fearsAuthorities are concerned masses of user data will be sent to China.17 Feb 09:36 PM
TravelEnd of an era: Major nation plans to scrap passport stampsPassport stamps may be a thing of the past for this popular holiday destination.17 Feb 05:03 AM
WorldEU stops selling toilets to Russia as punishment for invading UkraineThe bloc is banning lavatory exports in its latest bid to neutralise Vladimir Putin.17 Feb 03:14 AM
WorldSturgeon’s exit leaves Scottish independence path unclear - and who will replace her?No obvious contender among possible successors to star politician, strong communicator.16 Feb 07:33 PM
WorldMoldovan leader reveals Russian plot to topple governmentA plot to use "external saboteurs" is revealed.13 Feb 05:43 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessEU trade deal on track for formal signing this yearEU Ambassador to New Zealand Nina Obermaier says NZers should see Europe as an ally.13 Feb 04:20 AM
WorldZelenskyy makes emotional appeal for EU membershipZelenskyy made the appeal at end of short trip outside Ukraine seeking new weaponry.09 Feb 06:06 PM
WorldHope fading as quake deaths pass 11,000, window for survival closesRace on as “statistically today is the day when we’re going to stop finding people".08 Feb 04:31 PM
CommoditiesEurope bans Russian diesel, other oil products over UkraineThe aim: hurt Moscow’s finances while avoiding a price spike. But will it work?05 Feb 10:18 PM
WorldEU prepares more sanctions against Russia for first anniversary of war in UkraineEU to unveil 10th package of sanctions on Feb 24, the anniversary of Russia's invasion.03 Feb 04:54 PM
WorldSunak marks 100 days as UK PM as problems mountLeader who calmed financial markets after Liz Truss’ disastrous tenure faces many issues.02 Feb 06:20 PM
WorldRussia hits more civilian targets, EU officials visit Kyiv5 dead in more strikes in Kramatorsk after apartment building attack killed 3, wounded 21.02 Feb 04:27 PM
Freight and logisticsWorld Bank warns global recession a looming threatForecast slashed due to weakening growth expected in world's top economies.10 Jan 06:13 PM
WorldLawyers seek release of suspect in EU corruption scandalEU assembly has halted work on files involving Qatar as it investigates bribery scandal.22 Dec 05:22 PM
WorldTaliban minister defends women’s university banThe decree triggered a global backlash this week including in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar.22 Dec 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeSuitcases of cash, luxury holidays and secret accounts: Qatar bribery scandal rocks EuropeUnprecedented corruption investigation shakes Brussels’ establishment to the core.17 Dec 08:54 PM
TechnologyMusk’s Twitter tweaks foreshadow EU showdownEU likely to be leader in cracking down on Musk’s reimagined platform, harmful content.15 Dec 06:39 PM
WorldEU parliament suspends work on files involving QatarCorruption probe under way as a cash and gifts for political influence scandal unfolds.15 Dec 05:59 PM
WorldPeople of Ukraine officially given EU’s top human rights prizeBloc awarded the prize in October, it has now officially been handed over.14 Dec 05:35 PM
