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World'Misinformation': Claims of NZ charges against Fauci debunkedNo countries have issued arrest warrants for the former US chief medical adviser.07 May 10:25 PM
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WorldPope Francis' funeral mass in St Peter's SquarePope Francis is farewelled at a funeral ceremony in the Vatican's St Peter's Square. Video / AFPWatch26 Apr 09:13 AM
WorldPope Francis' funeral: All you need to know as thousands gather to mournBetween 200,000 and 500,000 mourners are expected at Pope Francis' funeral today.25 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldPope Francis begins lying in state at St Peter's BasilicaThe Pope will lie in state at St Peter's Basilica until his funeral on Saturday.23 Apr 08:54 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldPope Francis’ calling came as a boy in Argentina, and it led him to the VaticanNew York Times: First pontiff from Latin America tried to create a more welcoming church.21 Apr 11:02 PM
Travel newsFive out-of-the-country escapes you can book todayGo around the world with these five travel deals.21 Apr 05:00 PM
MotorsportHartley eyes success in Imola after tough start to endurance seasonThe Kiwi is back in action this weekend at Imola in Italy. 19 Apr 03:00 AM
WorldPope leaves faithful guessing over Easter appearancesPope's Easter role uncertain as health concerns linger despite surprise appearances.16 Apr 07:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: The surprising countries making charge for RWC hosting rightsLeaders of the global game are keen on Middle East investment.16 Apr 05:56 AM
PremiumPremiumAmerica's Cup'Don't think we're that far away': Dalton heads north in search of AmCup venueCup boss says 'it's probably Europe'; other teams will help determine preliminary venues.15 Apr 12:00 AM
LifestyleKing Charles jokes about health as he plants tree in RomeThe 76-year-old monarch has been undergoing cancer treatment for the past year.10 Apr 07:32 PM
Royals'She is his rock': King Charles, Queen Camilla celebrate 20 years of marriage'They’re very affectionate but not sentimental,' says a source who knows them both well.09 Apr 09:05 AM
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PremiumPremiumAmerica's CupWhere to next? Contenders to host America’s Cup after Auckland ruled outAuckland was officially ruled out as a potential America's Cup host earlier this week.03 Apr 08:10 PM
WorldPope Francis makes first public appearance after five weeks in hospitalThe 88-year-old waved from Rome's Gemelli hospital balcony, looking tired.23 Mar 05:05 PM
New ZealandWatch: Napier athlete takes Winter Special Olympics silver, missing gold by 0.1 seconds'Mum, Dad, I’m here. Dream come true.'18 Mar 12:27 AM
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WorldFlood threat forces evacuations as heavy rains hit Tuscany'It is as if a month's worth of rain had fallen in six hours.'14 Mar 10:10 PM
WorldWatch: Escalator gets stuck in reverse, sends commuters flyingThis is not the first time that an escalator has dramatically failed.13 Mar 12:08 AM
World‘Security vacuum’: Nato chief vows presence in Bosnia amidst tensionsTroops from the Czech Republic, Italy, and Romania are joining Eufor in Sarajevo.12 Mar 08:20 PM
World‘Praying for him’: Global concern as Pope Francis battles pneumoniaPope Francis celebrated Lent from his hospital suite.05 Mar 10:11 PM
TravelThe ultimate non-touristy activity in Italy'It feels like we’re the only international tourists in town.'04 Mar 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘I’m hell-bent on winning gold’: Napier skier’s quest at Special OlympicsNine Kiwis are representing New Zealand among over 1500 athletes.03 Mar 09:45 PM
World‘Europe must do the heavy lifting’: UK leader on new Ukraine planThe leaders of UK and France are ready to send troops to Ukraine if a truce is signed.02 Mar 06:59 PM
Travel newsKiwi tourist in hot water for drunken swim in Rome’s Trevi Fountain‘Alcohol was involved’: Kiwi fined $920 and banned for life from iconic monument.26 Feb 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFrancis is in critical condition. What happens when a pope dies?New York Times: The time-honoured rituals have been refined over centuries.24 Feb 08:18 PM
SportRobinson returns to podium as strong form continuesA field-leading first run set the Kiwi up for another podium finish.21 Feb 08:08 PM
TravelEnchanting escapes for big imaginations: 7 fairytale destinationsThey're like something straight from the pages of a storybook.19 Feb 06:00 AM
TravelSummer will never be over – as long as you keep chasing the sunThis week's best travel deals for sun-seekers.17 Feb 04:00 PM
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