WorldPacific island declares state of emergency due to fuel supply risksAt least two tankers have turned around after approaching the Strait of Hormuz.14 Apr 02:00 AM
WorldOil prices surge following US announcement of Hormuz blockadeCrude prices are soaring, pushing inflation up and sending shivers across global economy.13 Apr 03:55 AM
WorldLebanon PM says he’s working to ‘stop war’, ‘ensure Israeli withdrawal’But Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says the fight there is far from over. 12 Apr 10:29 PM
WorldTehran's $871b 'tollbooth' would change shape of Middle East foreverIran now forces tankers through a narrow 'tollbooth' corridor off its coast.07 Apr 10:36 PM
WorldThe consequences of bombing Iran’s power stationsIran relies on roughly 90 power plants, many near major northern cities.07 Apr 07:00 PM
WorldAs enemies closed in, US airman only broke cover at the final momentMore than 100 special forces flew in on MC-130Js to reach the stranded colonel.06 Apr 06:07 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio as Middle East war continuesThe Foreign Minister will travel to Washington DC today and return to NZ on April 10. 05 Apr 11:22 PM
WorldUS cut aid to Africa but the continent proved resilient.Despite the cuts, sub-Saharan Africa’s economy grew by 4.1% in 2025.05 Apr 04:33 AM
EntertainmentHow unseen Diana clips from Angola landmine trip changed the story of her legacyNew ITV footage shows Diana reflecting on Angola months before her death.04 Apr 04:50 AM
WorldRace to find fighter pilot pits US against Iranian propaganda machineUS officials confirmed an F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down over Iran.04 Apr 02:56 AM
WorldUN delays vote on authorising force to protect Strait of HormuzThe Security Council draft backs ‘all defensive means’ to keep shipping lanes open.03 Apr 02:16 AM
WorldRebel attack kills 43 in northeastern DR Congo - armyThe attack occurred in the volatile Ituri province, an army spokesman said.02 Apr 07:57 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAzaria HowellAzaria Howell: Inside Peters’ deal with the Cook IslandsAnalysis: Aid tap turns back on as Winston Peters signs defence pact with Cook Islands.02 Apr 02:45 AM
TalanoaHow heavily fuel-reliant Pacific Islands are handling the Iran war crisisAbout 80% of Pacific energy use relies on imported oil products.01 Apr 10:28 PM
PoliticsNZ Government funding returned to Cook IslandsForeign Minister Winston Peters has met with Cook Islands PM Mark Brown in Rarotonga.01 Apr 07:33 PM
World'Paper tiger': Trump considers pulling US out of Nato after Iran riftThe US must get Congress approval before any attempt to leave Nato can proceed.01 Apr 05:08 PM
OpinionGreg Smith: Why many DIY investors miss out on long-term market gainsOPINION: Over 20 years, average DIY investors earned only about 5-6% a year.31 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGovt won't stand in the way of companies importing fuel with Russian originsPublic relations might to be a bigger impediment than sanctions.30 Mar 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Recovery set to stall for third time in three years ... here’s how we should deal with itAnother mid-year economic contraction will be a big psychological blow to the nation.29 Mar 09:58 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLNG binned? New terminal looks doubtful as ministers consider optionsThe Government's plan to build the terminal is in doubt in light of the Middle East war.29 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldIsrael warns Houthis will 'pay the price' for entering Iran warThe Houthis say they fired a missile barrage, but Israel reports downing two.29 Mar 12:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Why global trade shake-up may be WTO’s only lifelineOPINION: Todd McClay is in Cameroon as one of three WTO vice-chairs for MC14.27 Mar 08:00 PM
WorldVenezuela's Nicolas Maduro back in court after stunning US captureThe NYC court appearance focused on who would pay his and wife Cilia Flores' legal fees.26 Mar 06:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Govt's oil-crisis response slick so far – but the real test is comingOPINION: The PM's one misstep is his repeated claim that fuel stocks are 'healthy'.25 Mar 11:55 PM
WorldPhilippines declares national energy emergency as more countries enact restrictionsThe President says the war poses an 'imminent danger' to his nation's energy supply.25 Mar 03:30 AM
WorldWinning wildlife photographer has the lynx effectAustrian photographer Josef Stefan spent two weeks tracking lynxes in Spain.25 Mar 12:41 AM
