PremiumPremiumWorldWith Assad gone, a brutal dictatorship ends. But the new risks are hugeNew York Times: Will Assad's fall usher in a new era for Syria and the Middle East? 09 Dec 08:36 PM
WorldWatch: Syrians storm Assad's palace, find his luxury car collectionVideos show fighters and civilians inside the sprawling New Shaab Palace.09 Dec 02:26 AM
AnalysisAnalysis: Assad's fall - a new chapter begins in Syria's turbulent historyANALYSIS: As Assad flees to Moscow; Turkey calls for an inclusive power transition.08 Dec 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow rebels toppled the Syrian regime of Bashar al-AssadNew York Times: Bashar al-Assad fled the country as rebels claimed the capital, Damascus.08 Dec 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAmnesty International accuses Israel of genocide in GazaNew York Times: Israel has rejected the charge saying it was "based on lies". 06 Dec 12:03 AM
WorldSyrian airstrike kills journalist amid fierce battle for HamaRebels advance on Hama as airstrikes kill journalist; Assad raises military salaries.05 Dec 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessExecutions and rehab: Saudi Arabia dials up its ‘war on drugs’Financial Times: Narcotics use blamed on social change, rise of drugs such as Captagon.01 Dec 10:47 PM
WorldLightning assault on major Syria city: 'Not a single shot was fired''There has been no fighting, not a single shot was fired, as regime forces withdrew.'30 Nov 01:55 AM
WorldIsrael strikes Hezbollah site amid fragile Lebanon ceasefireLebanon says at least 3961 people have been killed, mostly in recent weeks.28 Nov 09:34 PM
World'Brink of collapse': EU urges immediate ceasefire in LebanonEU says UN peacekeepers and Lebanese troops should be the only armed forces in the area.24 Nov 10:16 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
KahuHow the world reacted to te Hīkoi mō te TiritiAnd how international media are framing the Treaty Principles Bill debate.20 Nov 01:52 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldCoffee, juice, shawarma: Tiny traces of normal life in a ruined GazaNew York Times: A few pockets of ordinary life bloom in defiance of war.19 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldA tale of two journeys: Divided roads highlight West Bank inequalityNY Times: Separate roads for Israelis and Palestinians highlight West Bank inequality.15 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMega-project boss abruptly replaced in Saudi ArabiaFinancial Times: He leaves after six years in charge of $850 billion desert development.13 Nov 06:19 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAttack, withdraw, return: Israel’s bloody cycle of war in North GazaNew York Times: Hospitals struggle as Israel forces intensify strikes in the area.13 Nov 01:41 AM
WorldIsrael opens new aid route as US deadline looms, but crisis worsensKissufim crossing for aid to Gaza is opened, but agencies say it's insufficient.12 Nov 08:05 PM
World'Trapped': Israeli strikes, tanks terrify GazaIn central Gaza, Israeli forces have sent in tanks, sparking panic.11 Nov 11:04 PM
WorldHezbollah vows revenge after Israel confirms ordering pager attacksBenjamin Netanyahu admits approving the deadly attack on communications devices.10 Nov 07:13 PM
WorldDozens killed after Israeli strike in Gaza, medics sayResidents said the building that was hit at dawn on Sunday had housed at least 30 people.10 Nov 09:57 AM
WorldBuried for 14 hours after Israeli strike, Lebanese toddler makes recovery'Ali is the sole survivor of his family,' said Hussein Khalifeh, his father's uncle.09 Nov 03:20 AM
WorldThree charged in alleged Iran plot to assassinate TrumpThe assignment to try to kill Republican leader allegedly began in mid-to-late September.08 Nov 09:45 PM
WorldDonald Trump’s Middle East promises win over some Muslim votersDuring Trump's campaign, he touted his status as Israel's strongest friend.06 Nov 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInside Economics: How we know markets are picking a Trump winOPINION: Why a capital gains tax is still so contentious - and who supports it.06 Nov 04:00 AM
World'For your safety, leave': Israel tightens siege on GazaAirstrikes still rage over Gaza, with recent strikes destroying two homes.05 Nov 07:12 PM
WorldNetanyahu vows to push Hezbollah back as Israeli strikes escalateThe visit came after Israel strikes killed at least three people near Sidon.03 Nov 11:09 PM
WorldIsrael hits Hezbollah depots in Qusayr; 10 dead, including civiliansThe Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said 10 people were killed in Israel strikes.31 Oct 09:44 PM
PoliticsTrade agreement with Gulf Co-operation Council countries signed after 18 yearsTodd McClay says it is the GCC's first agreement with a major agricultural country.31 Oct 04:00 PM
World'Crosses the line': CNN guest pulled after bad taste 'beeper jibe'Ryan Gidursky, a conservative panellist, ‘crossed the line’ in a heated debate.29 Oct 06:58 PM
WorldIsrael parliament shuts down UN Palestinian refugee agencyHumanitarian agencies accused Israeli authorities of restricting aid flows into Gaza.28 Oct 10:29 PM
PoliticsNZ ‘closely monitoring’ safety of troops as tension rises in Middle EastNZ has about 65 troops personnel deployed at various locations.27 Oct 11:01 PM
WorldUN chief ‘shocked by harrowing levels of death, injury and destruction’ in north GazaIsrael launched a major air and ground assault in northern Gaza on October 6.27 Oct 09:11 PM
World'Catastrophic': Israel warns against Iran retaliationIsrael warned Iran would 'pay a heavy price' if it responded to the strikes.26 Oct 08:16 PM
