Media and marketingFacebook co-founder donates to ClintonThe relationship between Silicon Valley and liberal politicians is raising questions about partisanship in digital media.25 Oct 12:45 AM
WorldPolitician sorry for gay donkey commentA Ukip leadership candidate has apologised for earlier claims a "homosexual donkey" tried to rape his horse24 Oct 06:43 PM
OpinionUgly US election bad news abroadCOMMENT: When Donald Trump repeatedly claims the election is "rigged," it doesn't just undermine voter confidence at home.24 Oct 04:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Russia rattling some sabresTrump is giving Putin dangerous encouragement and the rest of the world can only hope it will end with the election.24 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldWatch: Trump on tape praising ClintonDonald Trump didn't always think of Hillary Clinton as a "nasty woman". In fact, he used to be downright effusive in his praise of her.24 Oct 02:27 AM
WorldMega-donors helped Clinton raise $1bDetermined not to fall behind in the money race early in the campaign, Hillary Clinton ramped up her appeals to rich donors.23 Oct 10:35 PM
WorldTrump is in a funk: 'If I lose. . .'As he took the stage, Donald Trump was as subdued as the modest crowd that turned out to see him.22 Oct 09:31 PM
WorldTrump: 'All of these liars will be sued'Donald Trump said he would sue all the women who have come forward in recent days to accuse him of groping and sexual assault.22 Oct 06:32 PM
OpinionJack Tame: Be honest - Are you over it?COMMENT: Are you delighted? Are you thrilled? Are you scared might happen if Donald Trump wins?22 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldClinton and Trump nice to each other?Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump probably thought candid remarks made to a priest in private would remain just that.22 Oct 12:25 AM
WorldCould Michelle Obama run for President?Michelle Obama may be the only US political figure to appear more likeable now than when she emerged on the scene.21 Oct 10:33 PM
EditorialEditorial: Trump truly fools himselfJust when it seems Donald Trump could not go lower in his quest for the US Presidency, he does.21 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionSteve BrauniasSteve Braunias: Secret Diary of TrumpCOMMENT: Steve Braunias reveals why Donald Trump is obsessed with what day it is.21 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBaldwin brands brother's Trump act 'not funny'Stephen Baldwin is not a fan of his brother, Alec's, impersonation of Donald Trump on Saturday Night Live, saying "I don't think it is very funny".21 Oct 07:45 AM
WorldMichelle Obama destroys TrumpFirst Lady Michelle Obama just savaged Donald Trump in a speech so powerful it left many wondering why she isn't running for president herself20 Oct 11:00 PM
WorldTrump will accept results, if he winsThe Republican presidential candidate has said he will follow all laws and traditions, and the right to legally challenge the results.20 Oct 10:03 PM
WorldTrump was no match for ClintonAt the end of the third debate, it was clear that Ted Cruz had been correct, if for different reasons: Trump proved to be no match for Clinton.20 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldIs it over for Trump?When the final presidential debate started, it seemed as if it might be the best of the three and certainly Trump's best.20 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionToby ManhireTrump team still has vitriol in the tankCOMMENT: The campaign that has plumbed some unimaginable depths could yet get altogether nastier.20 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldRussia sends fleet to back Assad regimeRussia has begun its biggest surface deployment since the end of the Cold War as it prepares to effectively end the war in Syria.20 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldTrump won't say if he'd accept loss"I will tell you at the time," Donald Trump said after being asked whether he would accept the election results. "I will keep you in suspense."20 Oct 02:39 AM
OpinionSmalley: Americans are perplexed by electionCOMMENT: After meeting a few Americans in a bar, I found all were frustrated with lack of policy and how the candidates' scandal have taken centre stage instead.19 Oct 07:57 PM
WorldTrump's secret weapon for final debateThe Republican Party nominee will seek to give his bid for the White House a much-needed boost today.19 Oct 05:05 PM
WorldInside Trump's echo chamberIn the presidential campaign's home stretch, Donald Trump is fully inhabiting his own echo chamber.18 Oct 03:18 AM
WorldResting B***h Face Clinton's downfall?Hillary Clinton is caught, like so many women in politics, in a catch 22 whereby she has to be seen to look dominant and competent, without eschewing her femininity.17 Oct 05:14 PM
OpinionBryan Gould: Could our TV create Trump?COMMENT: We would be foolish to assume NZ is immune from the syndrome where television "stars" use relentless self-promotion to seek elected office.17 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDonald Trump trashes SNL 'hit job'To some, last week's second presidential debate felt like a comedy sketch.16 Oct 08:40 PM
OpinionChris Cillizza: How Trump's campaign went haywireTrump is not really running a campaign for president anymore, instead he is is simply following the politics of grievance to its natural, unseemly end.16 Oct 08:18 PM
WorldDonald Trump trashes TV skit 'hit job'After Saturday Night Live this weekend, Donald Trump has now accused it of being part of the media conspiracy trying to rig this election.16 Oct 08:05 PM
EditorialEditorial: Brownlee should stick to his gunsDefence Minister Gerry Brownlee got a stern rebuke from China when he made the mildest of observations about Beijing's expansionist maritime policy.16 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldWhy Trump claims election is riggedRepublican presidential nominee Donald Trump keeps peddling the notion the vote may be rigged.16 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldThe war of words heats upThe presidential race is crystallised in speeches by Donald Trump and Michelle Obama, writes Dan Balz.14 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionLizzie Marvelly: How low can Trump go?COMMENT: Blaming Clinton for her husband's conduct is an example of just how little respect her rival has for women.14 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldThailand on edge after King diesThe head of Thailand's military junta called for vigilance yesterday following the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej.14 Oct 04:00 PM
