WorldIranian man to be executed tomorrow will have 10 minutes to say goodbye to his familyThe 26-year-old Erfan Soltani will be hanged for participating in the protests.13 Jan 11:35 PM
WorldSyrian army tells Kurdish forces to withdraw from area east of AleppoSyria has declared a vast Kurdish-held zone east of the city a closed area.13 Jan 09:27 PM
World‘There are rivers of blood’: The true horror of Iran’s protest massacresSenior officials privately fear the true toll could now run into thousands.13 Jan 07:57 PM
New ZealandTwo protesters arrested at demonstration outside Wellington's Iranian Embassy13 Jan 02:38 AM
WorldVenezuelans demand political prisoners' release, Maduro 'doing well'Only about 20 political prisoners have been freed despite US claims of a 'large' release.11 Jan 07:02 PM
World‘Massacre’: Hundreds feared dead as Iran tries to crush protestsThe Trump administration considers military options in response to the demonstrations.11 Jan 06:49 PM
WorldSyria govt forces take control of Aleppo’s Kurdish neighbourhoodsSyrian forces now control all of Aleppo after seizing two Kurdish areas.11 Jan 05:54 PM
WorldUS military warns Trump against Iran strikesUS commanders say they must bolster bases and defences before any Iran strike.11 Jan 05:13 PM
WorldIran tightens deadly protest crackdown under cover of internet blackoutA rights group says at least 51 protesters have been killed so far.10 Jan 10:09 PM
WorldIran protests swell as hundreds of thousands defy regime amid deadly crackdownAt least 51 protesters, including nine children, have been killed so far.09 Jan 09:42 PM
WorldBrits could ban Musk’s X over 'disgraceful' AI chatbot imagesOfcom can use new Online Safety Act powers to block X and its Grok chatbot from the UK.08 Jan 10:54 PM
WorldVenezuela announces release of 'large number' of prisonersRights group Foro Penal says 806 people remain jailed as political prisoners.08 Jan 08:07 PM
WorldIranians step up protests as death toll mounts, internet cutProtests over Iran's economic crisis have spread to all 31 provinces.08 Jan 06:18 PM
CrimeNeglectful German Shepherd breeder tries to overturn nine-year dog-ownership ban Janine Wallace was sentenced alongside her mother, Barbara Glover, after an SPCA probe. 07 Jan 05:00 AM
WorldIsrael to introduce electronic tagging in West BankThose targeted will wear electronic bracelets tracking any breach of orders.05 Jan 10:57 PM
WorldSyrian leader appears in public after shootout reportsWitnesses told AFP gunfire at the palace on December 30 wounded several people.05 Jan 09:16 PM
WorldIran protests spread to 40 cities as deadly clashes leave at least 12 deadDemonstrations sparked by anger over the rising cost of living have entered a second week.05 Jan 05:32 AM
WorldMyanmar junta to free 6,000 prisoners in independence day amnestyThe junta says it will pardon 6134 citizens and 52 foreign prisoners.04 Jan 05:21 PM
WorldKhamenei offers to talk to Iran protesters as deaths and tensions riseThe protests began with bazaar strikes after the rial hit a record low.04 Jan 01:19 AM
WorldFresh clashes kill six in Iran cost-of-living protestsSix people reportedly killed as protests spread beyond Tehran to three cities.01 Jan 06:53 PM
WorldEight dead in US strikes on alleged drug boats: US militaryThe latest strikes bring the reported death toll from the campaign to 115.01 Jan 12:48 AM
WorldAs Russia’s war grinds on, its society is frayingVeterans gain cash payouts, new status and free land as PTSD and crime fears grow.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal legends: The Waikato community stalwarts recognised in New Year HonoursDame Coral Shaw is honoured for years of public service and abuse inquiry work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Gisborne teacher and human rights commissioner made MNZMKāren Johansen recognised in New Year Honours for services to education and human rights.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldThree dead in Syria as Alawites protest mosque bombingThe protesters' deaths followed the mosque attack in Homs that killed eight people. 28 Dec 07:18 PM
New Zealand'A life of service': Chief Justice honours former High Court judge Robert SmellieHon Robert Smellie CNZM KC died on December 23 at age 95.27 Dec 12:23 AM
