New ZealandDramatic rescue, measles epidemic and Israel truce offer | Focus Morning Bulletin April 30, 2024Skipper speaks out after Manukau Harbour rescue, health experts warn of a measles epidemic and Hamas considers Israel’s latest cease-fire offer in the latest NZ Herald headlines.Watch29 Apr 07:35 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsrael’s military campaign has left Gaza’s medical system near collapseNYT: Israel military forces have wrecked hospitals and killed hundreds of health workers.28 Apr 11:13 PM
WorldBiden and Netanyahu speak as pressure builds on Israel and Hamas to reach a dealUS position 'clear' as Israel plans to invade Gaza’s southernmost city of Rafah.28 Apr 10:50 PM
World'It's a tragedy': Hamas is reviewing new ceasefire proposal as strikes resumeHamas says it is reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza.27 Apr 08:41 PM
New ZealandDespair for Kiwi family after premature Palestinian baby diesBaby Sabreen loses fight for survival after being cut from dead mother’s womb.27 Apr 05:27 AM
WorldCelebrity chef says aid workers killed by Israeli airstrikes ‘best of humanity’Jose Andres spoke before mourners at Washington National Cathedral.25 Apr 10:25 PM
WorldColumbia University extends talks with Gaza war protestersStudents protesting are demanding faculties cut financial ties to Israel.24 Apr 07:43 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrapped and starving, two families in Gaza Strip try to keep their children aliveNew York Times: For those living in Gaza every day is a race against time.24 Apr 02:18 AM
WorldUN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitalsThe UN's human rights chief said he was 'horrified' by the discovery of mass graves.24 Apr 12:05 AM
Super RugbyAussie radio host calls for SBW to be sacked, says he's 'embarrassed' to work with himThe former All Black often makes his feelings known on social media.23 Apr 01:08 AM
WorldHundreds of bodies discovered in Gaza mass gravesThe discovery in Khan Younis has prompted calls for a war crimes investigation.22 Apr 09:48 PM
WorldIsraeli military intelligence chief resigns over failure to prevent Oct 7 attackHe becomes the first senior figure to step down over failures surrounding Hamas’ attack.22 Apr 08:20 AM
WorldPalestinian baby born an orphan just seconds after mother killed in Israeli strikeSabreen’s father, 4-year-old sister and mother were killed.21 Apr 10:24 PM
WorldIsraeli leaders criticise expected US sanctions against military unit that could further strain tiesNetzah Yehuda has been linked to abuses against Palestinians.21 Apr 08:59 PM
WorldIsraeli strikes on Rafah kill 18, mostly children, as US advances aid packageOfficials say Israeli strikes on the Gaza city killed 18 people, including 14 children.21 Apr 06:00 PM
WorldIsraeli airstrike in southern Gaza city of Rafah kills at least nine Palestinians, including six childrenIsraeli airstrike on residential building kills nine, including six children: officials.20 Apr 08:11 PM
New Zealand'We have a responsibility': Petition for Gaza ceasefire'A whole lot of quiet voices speaking at once makes a noise.'19 Apr 04:19 AM
WorldUS vetoes UN resolution to give Palestine full membershipThe vote in the 15-member Security Council was 12 in favour.19 Apr 12:58 AM
WorldUN appeals for $4.7 billion as Gaza famine loomsUN says facing looming Gaza famine requires food, sanitation, water, and health facilities17 Apr 07:14 AM
WorldSaudi minister slams Gaza ceasefire attempts as 'insufficient'Pakistan’s foreign minister also described the killings in Gaza as 'genocide'.16 Apr 10:04 PM
WorldNZ urged to do more to end Gaza conflict as fears of wider conflict grows'The only real thing that will save I think a lot of children, a lot of people.'16 Apr 05:00 PM
World'Whatever is required': Israel set to respond to Iran’s weekend missile attackBenjamin Netanyahu: 'Israel will do whatever is required to defend itself'.16 Apr 04:12 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldBe restrained or go ‘crazy’? Israel faces tough choices after Iran attackFinancial Times: Diplomat still in the dark as to what form the response might take.15 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandYemeni 'collateral damage' possible with NZ deployment to Red SeaThe Defence Force sent a team of six to take part in United States-led military strikes.14 Apr 11:26 PM
New ZealandGovernment warns against travel to Gaza, Israel border regionsNew Zealanders already in Gaza should leave as soon as it is safe to do so.12 Apr 09:14 PM
WorldMore aid is supposed to be entering Gaza. Why isn’t it helping?Uptick in aid entering Gaza is nowhere near the surge Israel is claiming.11 Apr 09:52 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHe wanted to serve his community in the Gaza Strip. He paid with his lifeNew York Times: Death of Palestinian driver drew less attention that foreign aid workers.11 Apr 12:10 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldHamas leader defiant after Israeli strike kills three of his sonsNew York Times: Ismail Haniyeh says several of his grandchildren were also killed.11 Apr 12:10 AM
WorldIsrael accused of 'revenge' attacks by HamasHamas accused Israel of acting in 'the spirit of revenge and murder'.10 Apr 08:44 PM
World'Mistake': Biden ramps up criticism of Netanyahu’s approach to Hamas warUS president calls on Israel to take action, including reaching a ceasefire.10 Apr 08:42 AM
New Zealand20,000 period undies are heading to Gaza thanks to NZ enterpriseIn June, 5000 people in Gaza will receive a pack of four period undies from Reemi.10 Apr 02:10 AM
WorldAustralia flags support for Palestinian stateIsrael's war against Hamas in Gaza has left up to a million people facing starvation.10 Apr 12:19 AM
OpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Labour takes aim at Luxon's targets... and missesOPINION: Voters don't have a problem with setting targets, so why does Labour?09 Apr 12:43 AM
World'It will happen': Israel set Rafah invasion dateBombing has left most of the tiny coastal territory unlivable for its 2.3 million people.08 Apr 08:23 PM
