Politics Luxon hits out at Israel over Gaza famine, will not hasten Palestinian statehood decision The Government is set to decide next month whether to recognise a Palestinian state. 24 Aug 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldLand for peace? Ukrainians weigh frozen front line to placate RussiaWashington Post: Villagers are divided over whose hands Donetsk should be in.24 Aug 02:48 AM
WorldUS peace efforts stall as Russia-Ukraine summit hopes fadeThe Russian Foreign Minister said no Putin-Zelenskyy meeting was planned, stalling talks.23 Aug 02:14 AM
World'Gates of Hell will open': Katz' ultimatum to Hamas in hostage crisisA UN agency said plans to seize Gaza City will have 'a horrific humanitarian impact'.23 Aug 12:48 AM
New ZealandNZ Post suspends US shipping services amid Trump tariff changesThe suspensions affect Guam, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, among others.23 Aug 12:13 AM
World'Permanent war': Macron's warning after plan to conquer Gaza City approvedIsrael's Defence Minister approved plan to conquer Gaza and called up 60,000 reservists.20 Aug 07:48 PM
WorldUS sanctions ICC judges in Netanyahu casePresiding French judge will be refused entry to the US.20 Aug 06:14 PM
WorldIsraeli minister approves plan to conquer Gaza, call-up 60,000 reservistsA proposed truce includes prisoner exchanges and aid entry into Gaza.20 Aug 07:53 AM
WorldUS public media stations saved by $62m fund after federal cutsThe Knight Foundation focuses on US radio and TV stations losing 30% of their budgets.20 Aug 02:11 AM
WorldMore than 1100 deaths linked to Spanish heatwave in AugustIn July, 1060 deaths were attributed to the intense heat. 19 Aug 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: The world is failing its frontline humanitariansAid workers face increasing attacks globally, with 265 killed this year.19 Aug 06:00 PM
PoliticsSeymour, Peters distance themselves from Luxon's Netanyahu 'lost the plot' remarks'It's better just to keep your thoughts to yourself.'19 Aug 03:05 AM
WorldPutin and Zelenskyy set for peace summit after Trump talksThe White House meeting comes days after Trump held a summit with Putin in Alaska.19 Aug 12:53 AM
WorldZelenskyy dons military jacket to meet Trump amid suit controversyTrump complimented Zelenskyy on his outfit during their Oval Office meeting.18 Aug 09:02 PM
WorldSix dead as wildfires devastate regions in Spain, PortugalThousands battled 20 wildfires in western Spain with aircraft and soldiers.18 Aug 07:51 PM
WorldHamas accepts Gaza ceasefire terms - Hamas officialThe deal proposed a 60-day truce and partial hostage release.18 Aug 06:07 PM
WorldZelensky set to return to Oval Office after tense exchange with TrumpThe pair will have a one-on-one before they are joined by European leaders.18 Aug 03:25 AM
WorldVillages evacuated as wildfire rages near Gallipoli war sitesTwelve planes and 18 helicopters are fighting the flames.17 Aug 06:02 PM
World'Serve humanity': Melania's peace plea to Putin revealedThe letter urged Putin to make peace for the sake of children.17 Aug 03:00 AM
WorldTrump shifts stance, pushes for full peace accord post-Putin summitUkraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy is to hold talks with Donald Trump in Washington tomorrow.16 Aug 07:50 PM
WorldSearchers seek missing after deadly Italy migrant shipwreckAs many as a dozen or more people are still unaccounted for after two boats sank.14 Aug 06:34 PM
WorldTrump admits 25% chance of failure in Putin summitEuropean leaders fear Putin will cajole Trump into a settlement imposed on Ukraine.14 Aug 06:13 PM
New ZealandWhy the US-Russia summit is already seen as a win for PutinPresidents Trump and Vladimir Putin will meet in Alaska to discuss peace in Ukraine.14 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldFrance restarts nuclear plant after jellyfish invasionA jellyfish swarm shut down four reactors at Gravelines plant.13 Aug 08:18 PM
World26 migrants die, 10 missing after boats sink off Italy's coastThe Italian coastguard said that the two boats had left Tripoli, Libya, earlier in the day13 Aug 07:09 PM
WorldTrump eyes three-way meeting with Putin, Zelenskyy'If the first one goes okay, we'll have a quick second one,' the US President says.13 Aug 06:47 PM
WorldUkraine urges US to push for ceasefire as Russia advancesZelenskyy has urged Trump to push for a ceasefire in upcoming talks in Alaska with Putin.13 Aug 06:14 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldGlobal ‘mining mafia’ feeds China’s appetite for gold, investigation showsOn three continents, Chinese syndicates are transforming illegal mining.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ woman and son detained in US could face lengthy processThey're among tens of thousands detained by ICE, most with no criminal convictions.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHelen Clark accuses Israel of blocking life-saving Gaza aidFormer PM alleges Israel blocking aid into Gaza at the Rafah crossing.13 Aug 02:45 AM
WorldUS delays higher tariffs on China, extending truce by 90 daysTrump delays higher tariffs on Chinese goods until November 10.11 Aug 09:24 PM
WorldUN condemns Israeli strike killing Al Jazeera journalists in GazaIsrael accused one of the journalists of being a Hamas militant.11 Aug 07:08 PM
WorldVenomous spread: Lionfish invasion challenges Mediterranean ecosystemLionfish breed quickly and devour shrimp and crabs.11 Aug 06:00 PM
WorldNetanyahu defends plan to expand control over Gaza amid crisisIsraeli Prime Minister plans to quickly seize Gaza City and nearby camps.10 Aug 08:55 PM