PremiumPremiumAirlinesAirbus A320: NZ investigators identify defect after engine shut down in flight'Uncommanded engine shutdown': Defective fire switches need fixing, investigators say.03 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldJafar Panahi’s 'It Was Just an Accident' sweeps Gothams amid Iran sentenceHours before the Gothams, Iran sentenced Jafar Panahi to one year in prison.03 Dec 04:00 AM
WorldHow Paris' oldest bridge will become an 'immersive cave'Cars and buses will be banned from the bridge during the art installation’s run next June.01 Dec 07:23 PM
WorldNativity scene row in Beziers as mayor challenges French secularism lawProtesters say the town hall nativity breaches France's 1905 secularism law.01 Dec 03:46 AM
WorldLong-lost Rubens 'masterpiece' sells for $5.5mAuctioneer Jean-Pierre Osenat unearthed the painting in a Paris mansion last year. 30 Nov 07:47 PM
World'I'm going to the front': Zelenskyy aide quits amid $175.4m corruption scandalHe denies any role in the 15-month embezzlement scheme but says he is 'desecrated'.30 Nov 03:45 AM
WorldFourth suspect charged over Louvre crown jewels heist, gems still missingThe latest suspect, aged 39, has six prior convictions and is being held in prison.29 Nov 01:38 AM
WorldFrance catches one of two escapees in bed-sheet prison break The escape exposed the Dijon prison’s severe overcrowding, with 311 inmates in 180 places.28 Nov 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnt Strachan: Rating players and coaches in All Blacks 2025 report cardOPINION: Set-piece woes and high-ball frailty must improve if ABs are to match Springboks.28 Nov 05:01 PM
WorldFrance to restore voluntary military service, says MacronThe 10-month service will be voluntary and limited to deployment in France.27 Nov 09:54 PM
WorldTwo escape Dijon jail using bed sheets and sawed barsThe Dijon prison holds 311 inmates in space officially built for 180.27 Nov 07:08 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: How female referees can help men's rugbyOPINION: NZ Rugby now ranks among the leaders in promoting women referees globally.26 Nov 05:31 AM
WorldMacron: Russia shows no sign of seeking Ukraine ceasefireTalks in Geneva saw allies reject parts of a US plan echoing Russia’s demands.25 Nov 07:57 PM
WorldRenoir family portrait finds a global buyerIt had remained in the family of Jean’s godmother Jeanne Baudot until now.25 Nov 07:01 PM
WorldFour more arrested over $182m Louvre jewel heistBut the crown jewels stolen in the brazen break-in are still missing. 25 Nov 04:47 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisOpinion: Why 2026 may be Robertson’s toughest All Blacks challengeA gruelling 13-test schedule in 2026 will test the squad’s depth and resolve.25 Nov 02:25 AM
WorldFrance allows drug-trafficker day release from supermax prisonThe man escaped custody during a hospital visit in 2014, and was at large for two weeks.24 Nov 07:42 PM
Travel newsBest Black Friday Travel Deals: Save up to 50% on luxury tripsExplore, sail, and stay with huge Black Friday savings across travel deals.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: The All Blacks' year in review – progress, pitfalls and plateausOPINION: Forward depth grew in 2025, yet backline flaws leave big questions for 2026.24 Nov 02:01 AM
World'Fear cannot beat us': Thousands rally after murder linked to anti-drug activismAmine Kessaci is now living under police protection after the killing of his brother.22 Nov 07:19 PM
WorldLe Pen’s ‘lion cub’: Europe’s right-wing Mamdani on the riseJordan Bardella leads polls for 2027 French presidential election.20 Nov 04:00 PM
FootballMatildas’ Mary Fowler says French club teammate gave her bananasThe 22‑year‑old reveals she almost quit football during her troubled stay in France.20 Nov 12:28 AM
TravelWhat it's like driving France's version of Route 66From Lyon’s Michelin stars to Provence vineyards, the N7 reveals old France.18 Nov 07:00 AM
WorldFrance, Ukraine sign deal for up to 100 Rafale fighter jetsDrone and interceptor production is set to begin before the end of this year.17 Nov 06:51 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldLife's a beach: Flamingo escapes a British zoo for French sand and surfNew York Times: Frankie the flamingo 'having a whale of a time' on a French beach.15 Nov 11:41 PM
WorldParis marks 10 years since Bataclan and cafe terror attacksPresident Emmanuel Macron led tributes at each of the Paris attack sites.13 Nov 06:27 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow France is remembering the Paris attacks 10 years onNY Times: A memory research programme has studied how people have dealt with the trauma.13 Nov 04:05 PM
WorldFrance marks decade since harrowing Paris attacksA new museum opening in 2029 will preserve 500 personal objects from victims.13 Nov 09:42 AM
All BlacksGreat expectations: English pundits on how their team can beat the All BlacksAnalysts say England must expose All Blacks' weak discipline under pressure.11 Nov 01:01 AM
WorldSarkozy freed after just 20 days in jail over conspiracyA court decided he can be let out while he challenges his conviction.10 Nov 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: The selection dilemmas facing Scott RobertsonOPINION: Ardie Savea called the All Blacks 'happy and probably lucky' after the test.10 Nov 12:46 AM
TravelWant an authentic Parisian experience? Skip these spots for hidden gemsAfter living in Paris, one writer shares their beloved quiet spots. 07 Nov 06:57 PM
WorldFrench bishop who had affair resigns at Pope's urgingA preliminary canonical investigation into his behaviour is under way.06 Nov 01:39 AM
WorldMan rams car into pedestrians on French island, injuring 5Police subdued the 35-year-old with a Taser as he tried to ignite his car.05 Nov 05:27 PM
