WorldJudge to sentence Trump before inauguration in hush money caseUS President-elect's sentencing is set for January 10 but jail time is unlikely.03 Jan 10:08 PM
WorldFBI ‘found evidence Covid was lab leak but was not allowed to brief president’‘I find it surprising White House didn’t ask’, says doctor of microbiology Jason Bannan.27 Dec 01:57 AM
World‘Radical left lunatics’: Trump doubles down on fiery Christmas postsBiden calls for 'kindness'; Trump attacks 'radical left' in Xmas messages.26 Dec 07:49 AM
WorldBiden spares lives of 37 federal death row inmates before Trump takes officeBiden commutes 37 death row sentences, keeps three for terrorism cases.23 Dec 08:10 PM
WorldBiden pardoned son while leaving hundreds in limboAmid the blowback over Hunter Biden’s pardon, the President announced 1500 commutations.22 Dec 10:26 PM
WorldWhy US government shutdown now seems inevitableMusk-backed funding bill fails, nearly 875,000 workers face furlough.20 Dec 03:07 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldA weary Biden heads for the exitNew York Times: Biden races to cement his legacy as presidency winds down.18 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTrump named Time's Person of the YearThe award is in acknowledgement of the mogul's stunning political comeback.12 Dec 08:35 PM
BusinessUS court blocks $43 billion supermarket mega-mergerMerger opponents warned of rising grocery prices for consumers, and lower wages.11 Dec 12:23 AM
BusinessUS disburses $34 billion Ukraine loan backed by profits from Russian assetsUS says funds paid for by the windfall proceeds from Russia’s immobilised assets.10 Dec 06:43 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump signals an aggressive opening, threatening 'jail' for political foesNew York Times: He also vowed to pardon January 6 attackers on day one.08 Dec 10:18 PM
World'Seriously concerned': World reacts to South Korea declaring martial lawUS alarmed by South Korea's sudden martial law declaration.03 Dec 08:16 PM
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PremiumPremiumWorldIn pardoning his son, Biden echoes some of Trump’s complaintsNew York Times: Biden's pardon of Hunter raises political concerns. 02 Dec 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHunter Biden trial shows the first family’s agony - and its bondFinancial Times: Hunter Biden's trial provided a look into the turmoil of the family. 02 Dec 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldBiden pardons son in extraordinary move in final weeks of his presidencyNew York Times: Biden issued a ‘full and unconditional pardon’ of his son Hunter. 02 Dec 02:16 AM
WorldJoe Biden pardons son Hunter ahead of sentencing for tax evasion and firearm casesHunter Biden pardoned by US President father: 'He was singled out'.02 Dec 01:07 AM
WorldZelenskyy willing to give up Ukrainian territory to Russia for peacePresident says Ukraine could cede land temporarily for protection of a 'Nato umbrella'.29 Nov 11:43 PM
WorldFears for Gaza hospitals as fuel, aid run lowGaza health ministry says hospitals have two days' fuel left before restricting services.22 Nov 11:16 PM
WorldJoe Biden allows Ukraine to strike Russia with long-range US missilesUS President shifts policy as North Korean troops aid Russia.17 Nov 07:28 PM
Politics'He has a lot of time for NZ': Chris Luxon bids farewell to Joe Biden at galaAnd the PM reveals a concern China's President raised with him during their meeting.16 Nov 09:37 PM
PoliticsLuxon crams in Apec meetings as he eyes Presidents Xi and Biden with ‘new energy’Luxon's off to Peru for Apec promising to maximise his time on the ground with leaders.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTrump says transition will be 'as smooth as you can get'US President-elect Donald Trump thanks President Joe Biden for pledging a smooth transfer of power as the victorious Republican makes a historic return visit to the White House.Watch13 Nov 06:51 PM
WorldTrump names Elon Musk to head US 'government efficiency' departmentTrump names Musk to lead Government Efficiency, vows to 'dismantle Government bureaucracy'13 Nov 01:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul Henry: Come on Biden, be the bigger man - and pardon Donald TrumpOPINION: Clear the way for him to do the best he can for the country you love.10 Nov 08:26 PM
WorldHow Harris and Biden lost to Trump, leaving Democrats in shamblesDemocrats failed to connect with voters, focusing too much on Trump, leading to losses.10 Nov 04:28 AM
WorldTrump's 'historic' return: Biden to meet new president-electUS President Joe Biden and Donald Trump will meet this week.09 Nov 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Yes, Trump's a bad guy – but he won and should be better than BidenOPINION: Trump's a big mouth - it’s hard to know what’s real and what’s bluff.09 Nov 04:58 PM
WorldWatch: Biden stresses need to 'bring down the temperature'Biden urges Americans to lower the political temperature after Trump’s election win.07 Nov 05:24 PM
BusinessTrump’s win aided by a relentless focus on the cost of livingDisgust at inflation won Trump votes - but his own plans could lead to new price spikes.06 Nov 10:08 PM
AnalysisAnalysis: How Biden’s attempt to cling on to White House cost Harris the electionANALYSIS: Biden's aborted attempt to cling to power gave Harris only 107 days.06 Nov 07:34 PM
LifestylePresident Biden's granddaughter reveals pregnancy on election nightNaomi Biden revealed she is expecting her first child while encouraging others to vote.06 Nov 04:04 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJamie MortonJamie Morton: How much US election doomscrolling is too much?OPINION: Overwhelmed by an election you can't even vote in? Here's what the experts say.02 Nov 04:00 PM
World‘Garbage’ comment not aimed at Trump supporters: Joe BidenJoe Biden's mistake has drawn the ire of voters across the board.30 Oct 09:13 PM