TravelThe ultimate Tokyo family travel hack Japanese accommodation can be charming but tricky for families. 31 Jul 06:35 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldArt of the tariff deal: Promises made, with details left for laterNew York Times: 'These energy commitments are neither clear nor necessarily enforceable.'31 Jul 12:53 AM
WorldWhy one of the world’s biggest quakes wasn’t followed by a monster tsunamiPrevious strong earthquakes have caused massive and damaging waves far away.30 Jul 09:09 PM
WorldOverseas tsunami warnings downgraded, lifted after mega-quake off Russian coastThe magnitude 8.8 quake sparked evacuations from Hawaii to Japan.30 Jul 05:59 PM
WorldWhat to know: Tsunamis and the damage they causeTsunamis can cover enormous distances, sometimes at the speed of a jet plane.30 Jul 05:30 AM
New ZealandWhat Kiwis need to know after magnitude 8.8 earthquakeJapan has issued evacuation orders for hundreds of kilometres of its coastline.30 Jul 05:01 AM
WorldMega-quake off Russian coast sparks tsunami warnings across PacificTsunami warnings have been issued from Alaska down to California's entire coast.30 Jul 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksHow All Blacks eligibility rules could stall Richie Mo’unga's returnMo’unga may miss key matches unless granted an exemption by New Zealand Rugby.29 Jul 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Attention goes offshore as New Zealand sharemarket steadyNZX CEO Mark Peterson will resign in April 2026 after the annual meeting.24 Jul 05:59 AM
World'Massive deal': Japan to invest $550b in US as tariffs fallUS and EU officials reported progress in tariff talks on Wednesday.23 Jul 09:48 PM
Travel10 Best luxury lodges around the world for your next dream getaway These luxury lodges turn travel dreams into reality.23 Jul 07:10 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: NZ sharemarket dips as F&P Healthcare, Infratil shares fallThe New Zealand sharemarket fell today as the country's biggest company fell in value.23 Jul 05:54 AM
WorldWhy Japan's leader is stepping down after election and trade dealShigeru Ishiba is set to resign after a US-Japan trade deal announcement.23 Jul 05:39 AM
WorldInterpol lifts red notice against activistPaul Watson was arrested in Greenland in July 2024, but Denmark denied extradition.23 Jul 03:32 AM
All BlacksAll Blacks veteran taking Japan sabbatical, re-signs beyond World CupAnton Lienert-Brown will join Ardie Savea on a Japan sabbatical next year.22 Jul 11:00 PM
BusinessDoll maker sues popular Tik Tok account over adult sketchesSylvanian Families claims the videos are causing "irreparable injury” to its reputation. 21 Jul 11:04 PM
WorldJapanese PM's future uncertain as coalition loses upper house majorityThe LDP and Komeito secured only 41 seats, losing their majority.20 Jul 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldJapan votes: A populist politician grabs the spotlightNew York Times: Sohei Kamiya's message is Japan has put the interests of foreigners first.20 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPrepare for war: Defence Minister tells Army recruits to be ready for combat'People don't join the Army to sit at home and fight over the remote control.'18 Jul 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNot enough babies: Cost and careers affect NZ's birth rate The global fertility rate to maintain the human population is now 2.7 children per woman. 18 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldChina tests the waters of how far its navy can operateNew York Times: Exercises involving two aircraft carriers were held in seas near Japan.17 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldTens of millions of yen found at home of cult leader’s widowThe cult, which carried out a Tokyo attack 30 years ago, is splintered in three factions.17 Jul 02:32 AM
World'Butter': the foodie feminist bestseller skewering sexism in JapanAsako Yuzuki was inspired by Kanae Kijima, a woman sentenced to death in 2012.15 Jul 07:00 PM
SportBlack Sox secure silver after hard-fought final against VenezuelaThe Black Sox lost 3-0 to Venezuela in the final, earning a silver medal.14 Jul 05:51 AM
SportBlack Sox fall short of eighth world titleThe Black Sox went down 3-0 in the final.13 Jul 11:52 PM
SportBlack Sox looking for eighth win at Softball World CupNew Zealand will face Venezuela in a rematch of the 2013 championship.13 Jul 08:11 AM
New Zealand'Two bits of gold': How ballet and sumo transformed the All BlacksThe All Blacks learned to reduce 'turf toe' from the Royal New Zealand Ballet.12 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldIn Japan, quakes cause some island residents to fleeBetween June 21 and yesterday, the area experienced 1720 earthquakes.10 Jul 01:34 AM
WorldAsia number one target of Trump's tariff lettersTrump warned 14 countries of higher import tariffs starting from August 1.08 Jul 06:00 PM
WorldTrump's tariff threats spark uncertainty, target key US alliesIndonesia and Bangladesh face tariffs of 32% and 35%, respectively.08 Jul 05:51 AM
WorldTrump announces tariffs of 25-40% on 14 countriesThe President stated that the tariffs would take effect on August 1.07 Jul 11:29 PM
World'Maximum pressure': US tariffs set to rise in trade standoffUS tariffs start on August 1 if no deals are struck, says Scott Bessent.07 Jul 03:15 AM
TravelWhy depachikas in Japan are the best place to enjoy the foodie scene Skip the fancy restaurants; these halls are the perfect place to dive into Japan’s food.06 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: McKay leads Samoa's green transport with solar-powered electric catamaransThe five solar and battery-powered electric boats will be built in Whangārei and Samoa.04 Jul 05:00 PM
