PremiumPremiumBanking and financeScientists unveil laser beam to deflect lightning strikesLaser lightning rod in critical infrastructure "biggest breakthrough since Ben Franklin".16 Jan 09:51 PM
WorldThousands protest in Germany against coal mine expansionThousands protesting against the clearance and demolition of a village in western Germany.15 Jan 12:38 AM
WorldGermany: Man held in suspected poison plot after US tipAn Iranian man has been detained after a tip claimed he was planning a chemical attack.08 Jan 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumSustainable business & financeTrouble at Tesla: The end of a golden age of growth?Financial Times: The EV giant’s future is threatened by various factors.07 Jan 08:18 AM
WorldBrazil’s President-elect picks Amazon defender for environment ministerThe new administration has said it will crack down on illegal deforestation.29 Dec 10:15 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
WorldNazi camp secretary, 97, found guiltyThe trial is the first of a woman in decades but may well be the last of a Nazi official.20 Dec 11:34 PM
World'Veritable tsunami': Huge Berlin aquarium bursts, unleashing flood of devastationGlass and other debris were swept out of the building.16 Dec 10:18 AM
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
WorldTennis legend Becker freed from UK prison early, deported homeThe star was jailed for hiding £2.5 million of assets and loans to avoid paying his debts.15 Dec 04:31 PM
WorldEU reeling as scandal tarnishes parliament’s credibilityCorruption and bribery scandal linked to Qatar's Football World Cup rocks EU.13 Dec 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe prince and the far-right plot to overthrow the German governmentNew York Times: Nostalgic for an imperial past, Heinrich XIII risked it all - and lost.11 Dec 10:40 PM
WorldGerman hostage freed after 2018 jihadi abduction in Niger“Taking hostages has proven to be a lucrative business that bankrolls terrorist groups."10 Dec 07:53 PM
WorldSuspect dead after killing mother, taking hostages in DresdenRadio Dresden reported gunman earlier tried to enter building where broadcaster is based.10 Dec 05:01 PM
WorldNato chief fears Ukraine war could become wider conflictSec-Gen says fighting could become a war between Russia and Nato and spread into Europe.10 Dec 12:00 AM
WorldOfficials predict more arrests over German far-right plot25 people have already been arrested in alleged far-right plan to topple the government.08 Dec 07:12 PM
WorldIran executes first known prisoner arrested in protestsThe man was accused of blocking street, attacking security force member with machete.08 Dec 04:51 PM
WorldA prince, an ex-MP and former soldiers arrested in terror raidThousands of police have raided sites in Germany targeting a far-right 'terror group'.08 Dec 12:08 AM
WorldGerman police arrest 25 on suspicion of planning armed coupThousands of police carried out a series of raids across much of Germany.07 Dec 08:25 AM
WorldElderly woman arrested in Germany for shutting off roommate’s ventilatorA 72-year-old has been jailed after twice switching off her roommate's ventilator.02 Dec 01:39 AM
BusinessThree words nearly sink top Adidas execA high-level executive reportedly received a 'final warning' over 'inappropriate' remarks,01 Dec 04:10 AM
WorldCivilians flee Kherson again, as Zelenskyy, EU leaders meet over food securityIt comes as Ukraine marks anniversary of Stalin-era famine, “Holodomor".26 Nov 04:56 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldCold War sexpionage: The Stasi spies who traded romance for secretsTimes: What’s the best way to spy on your enemies? Sleep with their secretaries.22 Nov 11:00 PM
OpinionMatthew Birchall: We can’t be naive about the risks to infrastructureSuccess means getting projects done well.21 Nov 03:59 PM
TravelBird flu shuts doors to Berlin Zoo visitorsA case of the virus was reported among the Zoo's birds on Friday.20 Nov 06:53 PM
TravelLufthansa hits out at Qatar with pride plane for World CupThe official airline of Germany's soccer team sent a clear message ahead of the World Cup.13 Nov 07:46 PM
WorldAuschwitz hero’s son seeks millions for dad’s 1948 executionWitold Pilecki's son is seeking millions in compensation from the Polish government.12 Nov 10:07 PM
World'Utterly vile': KFC slammed for anti-Semitic offerThe fast-food giant apologised after marking horrific anniversary with chicken offer.11 Nov 01:20 AM
WorldCOP27 UN climate summit: Grim backdrop of a world in crisisEnvoys from around the world gather in Egypt to tackle global threats.06 Nov 05:53 PM
WorldRussian attacks force fresh wave of Ukrainian refugees on EuropeHungary is facing a fresh wave of asylum seekers as outages force people from their homes.30 Oct 12:13 AM
WorldClimate protesters throw mashed potato at Monet paintingThe two activists are from the group Last Generation.23 Oct 08:03 PM
WorldClimate protesters make disgusting demandThe protesters glued themselves to the floor of a Volkswagen showroom.21 Oct 05:08 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessForeigners double NZ land purchases: post-Covid recoveryLargest deals are often offshore parties selling Kiwi assets to other overseas entities.21 Oct 03:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHorror, beautifully indexed: Steve Braunias buys a complete set of the Final SolutionSteve Braunias on owning a complete set of the Nuremberg trials of Nazi war criminals.14 Oct 10:35 PM
