PremiumPremiumWorldIn the Palisades, an evacuation disaster was years in the makingNew York Times: When fire raged through the community, gridlock ensued.10 Jan 12:19 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLos Angeles wildfires: Insurers brace for losses of up to $36bFinancial Times: Disaster analysts double estimates as blazes keep raging.10 Jan 12:18 AM
New ZealandWhat the LA fires would look like in NZ cities - map expertFires called a stark reminder for NZ: 'You don’t have to live rurally to be affected.'09 Jan 11:32 PM
New ZealandKiwi in Los Angeles describes ‘ghost town’ as wildfires rampage across the city'It just looked like a ghost town going through downtown LA'. 09 Jan 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWildfires can leave lasting psychological scarsNew York Times: Survivors can experience mental health issues long after a blaze is out.09 Jan 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Utter breakdown in leadership’: Mayor slammed over LA wildfiresNew York Times: Weather alerts were issued last week, but Mayor Karen Bass said nothing.09 Jan 06:46 PM
WorldKiwi in Los Angeles wildfiresA New Zealander caught in the Los Angeles wildfires has revealed what it has been like, describing smoke surrounding the city. Video / Isabella RolstonWatch09 Jan 06:43 PM
New ZealandLos Angeles wildfires continue and firefighters battle Whangārei scrub fire | NZ Herald News UpdateWildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles and firefighters continue to battle scrub fire east of Whangārei. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Jan 06:02 PM
World‘Panic mode’: Five dead in LA wildfires as Hollywood burns and 100,000 evacuatedCrews have been overwhelmed by the speed of the unfolding disasters as water runs dry.09 Jan 05:27 PM
World'It can’t be real': Football Ferns captain’s home destroyed in LA wildfire'Our entire neighbourhood is gone.'09 Jan 04:29 PM
New ZealandKiwis evacuated from Los Angeles fires, including consul-generalThere are 18 New Zealanders currently registered as being in Los Angeles, MFAT says.09 Jan 02:41 AM
WorldMultiple A-list celebrities have lost their homes in terrifying wildfires in Los AngelesLos Angeles wildfires: Whole neighbourhoods burned to the ground as fires rage around city. Video / AFPWatch09 Jan 02:01 AM
EntertainmentLA fires: Reality TV star Spencer Pratt shared dramatic videos of the wildfires on SnapchatThe home he shared with wife Heidi Montag and their children burned down in a blaze. Video / Spencer PrattWatch08 Jan 07:33 PM
EntertainmentLeighton Meester and Adam Brody’s mansion burns down, A-list celebs flee LA firestormThe Oscar nominations have been postponed and other Hollywood events cancelled.08 Jan 07:29 PM
LifestyleHarry and Meghan facing evacuation as fires ravage LAThe couple and their kids could soon be forced to flee their $22m home.08 Jan 07:05 PM
New ZealandLos Angeles wildfires and discussions over Treaty Principles Bill deadline | NZ Herald News UpdateTwo civilians have died in the Los Angeles wildfires and Parliament is set to discuss an extended deadline for the Treaty Principles Bill submissions. Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Jan 06:03 PM
World‘Fire is growing’: At least two killed and 1000 structures destroyed as wildfires rage in LAHurricane-force winds whip up fireballs that have leapt from home to home.08 Jan 05:09 PM
World‘Everyone panicked’: 30,000 ordered to evacuate from ferocious wildfire in Los AngelesFlames spread as hurricane-force winds tear through the region.08 Jan 08:00 AM
TravelOf all the cruise ships coming to NZ in 2025, pick this oneThis 19-deck majesty is set to traverse New Zealand seas in the summer of 2025-26.06 Jan 06:00 AM
Travel'Hellhole': The popular tourist city named one of world's most overrated destinationsThousands of Kiwis visit every year, but it's now been labelled a 'complete dump'.26 Dec 07:00 PM
TravelWelcome to LA: Must-see spots for first-time visitorsIf Auckland is tap water, LA is San Pellegrino with ice.24 Dec 07:00 PM
Entertainment'Hated' Hollywood mansion where Brittany Murphy died up for saleNow on the market for $31 million, Britney Spears fled from the home's 'bad spirits'.16 Dec 09:39 PM
Olympics'I'll be back': Wilde to take step back from triathlon, sets sights on LA 2028The Paris silver medallist will limit his involvement over the coming years.16 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelAir NZ reveals busiest travel day, most popular summer holiday spotsWhich destinations are luring Kiwis the most this summer?12 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTom Cruise's daughter reportedly allowed 'substantial' trust fundThe fund is said to be 'carefully constructed' so Suri doesn't get all the money at once.05 Dec 11:30 PM
Travel newsUnexpected tragedy days after alarming texts sent from missing tourist's phoneTheir daughter went missing in bizarre circumstances. Now they've suffered new heartbreak.26 Nov 02:51 AM
TechnologyRiding a Waymo robotaxiOn November 12, driverless taxi firm Waymo opened its service to everyone in LA. The Herald's Chris Keall took a trip. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Nov 01:00 AM
EntertainmentKendrick Lamar pops out with surprise new albumRap superstar surprises fans with unannounced release of 12-track album.22 Nov 11:48 PM
World'Cursed' $1.7 billion emerald may soon return to BrazilThe giant gem was illegally taken from Brazil and smuggled into the US in 2001.22 Nov 10:51 PM
Travel news70 travellers stuck on month-long cruise after catching virusPeople reported vomiting and diarrhoea during the trip.19 Nov 08:04 PM
Travel news'Some weird s***': Alarming texts sent from missing tourist's phoneA tourist was on a 'bucket list' trip. She never made it. Then the weird texts started.17 Nov 07:20 PM
New ZealandWatch: Air NZ flight abandons LAX landing due to smaller aircraft on runwayThe other aircraft took longer to vacate the runway than anticipated.17 Nov 09:22 AM
Travel news'Devastating': Reality star's tearful plea to find late mum's ring'This is literally all I have left of my mum,' says the reality star.16 Oct 08:21 PM
NewsWoman forced off aircraft after revealing disabilityThe young woman shared a video of herself crying as the plane departed.10 Oct 11:03 PM
