WorldReaction to Trump's Tariffs, Russel Brand accused and China watches closely | NZ Herald News UpdateThe world reacts to Donald Trump applying new global tariffs on trade. Russel Brand is accused of rape and sexual assault. China keeps an eye on NZ investigations.Watch04 Apr 07:48 PM
WorldUN alarmed as 15 medics killed in Gaza, urges war crime probeFifteen medics and aid workers were killed in Gaza after shots hit their ambulances.03 Apr 10:32 PM
WorldTrump ‘pissed off’ with Putin as Ukraine ceasefire talks stallThe US President threatens to ramp up sanctions on Russia.30 Mar 06:18 PM
New ZealandMyanmar deadly earthquake, health sector woes, Australian election begins | NZ Herald News UpdateA devastating earthquake shook Myanmar and surrounding countries late last night. The NZ health sector continues to struggle, Israel continues bombing Israel despite ceasefire.Watch28 Mar 07:54 PM
New ZealandDame Jacinda Ardern joins prestigious global leadership circleArdern will join the likes of Rishi Sunak to spearhead improvements in global politics. 25 Mar 05:04 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Boycotting Afghanistan cricket plays into Taliban’s world viewOPINION: Would a boycott of Afghanistan cricket achieve anything?23 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldUS revokes legal status for 500,000 immigrantsDonald Trump has pledged to carry out the largest deportation campaign in US history.22 Mar 06:34 PM
World‘Complete destruction’: Israel resumes Gaza bombing amid hostage crisisIsrael's renewed Gaza strikes killed more than 400, Gaza health ministry reports.18 Mar 08:43 PM
New Zealand‘Don’t forget’: Kiwi baker’s heartfelt plea for Ukraine supportHarriet Campbell plans another Ukraine trip with the Never Alone project.16 Mar 09:09 PM
PoliticsFirst official talks between NZ, US trade representatives as Trump rolls out tariffsTodd McClay's meeting with US trade representative Jamieson Greer lasted 45 minutes.16 Mar 12:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Ex-Trump adviser Chris Liddell has lessons for NZ to survive global turmoilLiddell has been out in the cold until now after his links to the US Capitol riots.14 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldICJ hearings on Israel’s aid obligations to Palestinians set for AprilIsrael blocked aid to Gaza on March 2, affecting 2.4 million Palestinians.12 Mar 11:57 PM
World‘Ready to compromise’: Greenland parties debate independence timelineGreenland's parties agree on independence but differ on the timeline.12 Mar 08:06 PM
WorldNationality of cargo ship captain revealed after US military tanker collisionThe master of the MV Solong was arrested on Tuesday after it collided with an oil tanker.12 Mar 05:36 PM
WorldZelenskyy and top US diplomat in Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talksUkraine proposes aerial and naval ceasefire to restart US military aid.10 Mar 06:38 PM
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WorldHow Trump’s rhetoric is affecting Gaza’s fragile peaceHamas criticised Trump's threats, saying they undermine the tenuous ceasefire.06 Mar 09:20 PM
World‘Hell plan’ unveiled: Israel’s ceasefire strategy for GazaThe decision aims to pressure Hamas into extending the ceasefire.03 Mar 09:13 PM
PoliticsHelen Clark questions continued involvement in Five EyesClark said she is concerned about mission creep of the arrangement.01 Mar 11:45 PM
New ZealandChinese naval ships move further away from NZ, enters Great Australian BightAn international relations expert said China's motivation for the activity was unknown.27 Feb 12:56 AM
WorldDeal or no deal: Zelenskyy warns of challenges ahead in US talksThe Ukrainian President will meet Donald Trump on Friday to finalise a minerals deal.26 Feb 10:23 PM
New ZealandOfficials suspect Chinese warships in Australian waters may be backed by nuclear subA small New Zealand naval contingent is shadowing the Chinese navy ships off Tasmania.26 Feb 02:18 AM
New Zealand‘Unusual’ presence: Chinese Navy exercise disrupts transtasman flightsThe Chinese Navy ships are now 218 nautical miles east of Tasmania.25 Feb 12:47 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: China’s ambitions echo history; split housing market reflects societyOPINION: 'If China hadn't retrenched in the 1400s, the world might look very different.'24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Treat China as a valued friend, despite war gamesOPINION: 'We need a reset of our relationship with China.'23 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldWhy Saudi Arabia hosted high-level US-Russia talks on UkraineRussian negotiators stayed at Riyadh's five-star Ritz-Carlton, while Kyiv was frozen out.20 Feb 11:00 PM
World‘Abhorrent and cruel’: UN slams Hamas' handover of hostages' remainsHamas handed over four hostages' remains in a public ceremony in Khan Yunis.20 Feb 06:37 PM
PoliticsForeign Minister calls for transparency as Cook Islands-China deal releasedThe deal has been at the centre of tensions between the Cook Islands and NZ.18 Feb 04:13 AM
Official Cash RateAustralian central bank cuts rates for first time in four yearsThe bank cut the rate by 25 basis points to 4.1%.18 Feb 04:07 AM
New ZealandCook Islands 'deals' with China – why NZ Government won't commentCook Islands officials have discussed seabed minerals research with China.14 Feb 08:40 PM
Politics‘National sovereignty’ central to Cook Islands PM’s discussions with China as deal enters final stagesA deal is expected to be signed within the coming days.12 Feb 09:23 PM
TalanoaWhy NZ is at odds with Cook Islands over China agreementThe Cook Islands believes it doesn't need New Zealand's approval for the agreement.10 Feb 01:26 AM
New Zealand'Significant concern': Govt accuses Cook Islands PM of no consultation on China tripCook Islands PM Mark Brown left for China without further New Zealand consultation.09 Feb 01:52 AM
WorldTrump becomes US president tomorrow – all you need to knowDonald Trump is set to become the first convicted felon to move into the White House.20 Jan 04:54 AM