New ZealandKiwi Dambuster's new portrait in LondonLes Munro earned a place in history when he flew the famous Dambusters raid during World War 2. Now he will have his own place in London's Imperial War Museum.01 May 10:00 PM
World3D printer makes replica of Tutankhamun's tombThe most famous of all Egyptian burial sites, Tutankhamun's tomb, has been replicated with a 3D exact facsimile in a project led by a British artist in order to protect the original site from the ravages of mass tourism.01 May 05:01 AM
WorldEarly 'image of Jesus' found in tombA team of Catalan archaeologists believes it has unearthed one of the earliest images of Jesus Christ buried deep in an ancient Egyptian tomb.30 Apr 07:29 PM
KahuHaka highlights Gate Pa ceremonyHistory came alive with the cries of hundreds of warriors yesterday afternoon as one of the most significant battles of the NZ Land Wars was commemorated.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCunliffe in military medal mix-upLabour leader David Cunliffe’s incorrect claim that his grandfather won a Military Medal was the result of a family mix-up, his office says.28 Apr 11:04 PM
WorldDo you have to be saintly to be a saint?You don't have to be all that saintly to be a saint, as even Catholic clerics attest. But then, canonisation has long been more about politics than purity.28 Apr 10:03 PM
New Zealand150 years since the Battle of Gate PaOne of the most infamous battles of the Land Wars has been remembered in Tauranga this morning - the Battle of Gate Pa.28 Apr 10:00 PM
WorldQuest to find Cervantes beginsArchaeologists are on a quest to discover the lost bones of Miguel de Cervantes, author of the adventures of knight-errant <i>Don Quixote of La Mancha</i>.27 Apr 04:15 PM
New ZealandStore: 'Golliwog' sales to continueA shop display of golly dolls, previously known as golliwogs, has some shoppers angry the "racist symbol" continues to be sold.22 Apr 10:50 PM
EntertainmentReaders say Sir Ed coolestThe <i>Herald</i>'s list of the 50 coolest New Zealanders has polarised the opinions of more than 2000 readers who claim Sonny Bill Williams, Lorde and Tame Iti are not cool.22 Apr 04:15 PM
KahuNgapuhi fear medal lost for goodDescendants of a slain Ngapuhi chief fear that a re-discovered taonga that had been lost for over 200 years will be gone for good after an auction last night.15 Apr 04:15 PM
WorldTeens face jail after refusing to join Israeli armyTo some, they are heroes ready to trade their personal liberty for the sake of high principle. To others, they are spoiled rich children, shirking their national duty on the backs of the less fortunate.14 Apr 04:55 AM
TravelChile: Grim allure of Nazi relicsA wealthy Chilean has amassed an impressive but chilling display, writes Christopher Adams.11 Apr 12:00 AM
WorldMummies exposed in scannerArchaeologists have used the latest technology to scan Tamut's mummified body and discovered a wealth of information.10 Apr 06:19 AM
WorldWarhol's famous phrase: A fabrication?Andy Warhol's famous quote may have predicted fame's fleeting nature in our celebrity-saturated culture - but fittingly for a pop artist who built a fortune by mass-producing other people's creations, he may never have actually said those words.10 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandHistoric bach ready to rentRestored cottage on Rangitoto will soon take paying holidaymakers back to 1930s.09 Apr 04:15 PM
OpinionMaria Armoudian: Rwanda - legacy of an evil mediaAfter decades of inter-marrying and living in relative harmony, Rwandan Hutus rose en masse and began mutilating, raping, torturing and murdering their Tutsi neighbours.07 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandA courageous mother at GallipoliGallipoli means more to New Zealanders than words can convey. But when the names of Mary and Doug Hill were drawn from the ballot this week for places at the 100th Anzac Day, the moment was especially poignant.05 Apr 04:15 PM
OpinionEditorial: Pride of colonial fighters worthy of at least a sighThe Prime Minister is probably not correct to say few New Zealanders know what happened at Orakau.04 Apr 03:15 PM
KahuLarge crowd remembers crucial battlePrime Minister John Key acknowledges the New Zealand Wars as an important part of the country's history but says a national holiday to commemorate them is unlikely.01 Apr 03:15 PM
WorldAugustus' tomb restoredHe was Rome's first emperor, the founder of a world-dominating imperial dynasty, and a builder of roads and stunning temples.01 Apr 03:15 PM
New ZealandGallipoli ballot thrill for Singapore-based Kiwi coupleA Singapore-based Kiwi couple were among 950 NZers selected from a ballot to attend the 100th anniversary of the Anzac landing in Gallipoli next year.31 Mar 03:15 PM
New ZealandGallipoli Anzac centenary ballot drawnNew Zealanders who have been drawn from the Gallipoli 2015 ballot will be notified from today.31 Mar 02:41 AM
KahuRenovations stalled by bones discovery set to resumeWork is due to resume on stalled restaurant renovations after the discovery of ancient bones last winter.29 Mar 03:15 PM
LifestyleSex tips from 1945 guideA vintage relationship guide aimed at women reveals the outrageous sexism practiced by men during the Forties.28 Mar 02:30 AM
