PremiumPremiumWorldA walrus named Freya showed up in Norway. Did she have to die?New York Times: Critics say the decision to put down the walrus was unnecessary.16 Aug 07:53 PM
World'Catastrophic': Bridge completely destroyedA bridge collapsed in Norway, sending a car into the water and a truck into a tricky spot.15 Aug 09:11 PM
WorldToo popular for her own good: Norway kills Freya the walrusOfficials decide popular 600kg female attraction posed a risk to human safety.14 Aug 06:11 PM
TravelFrench woman injured in polar bear attack in NorwayVisitors who sleep outdoors receive stern bear warnings and must carry firearms.09 Aug 06:28 PM
WorldSuspect in Oslo LGBTQ festival shooting refuses to co-operateA shooter who killed two people refused to explain his actions to investigators.27 Jun 06:29 AM
WorldNorway shaken by attack during Pride festivalNorwegian media name suspect, police call shooting an "extreme Islamist terror act".25 Jun 08:41 PM
WorldMass shooting in Norway: Two killed, more than a dozen hurtThe shooting happened outside a bar in the downtown area of Oslo.25 Jun 04:33 AM
PoliticsUS mass shooting: Echoes of Christchurch spark calls for changeAtrocity spurs calls for NZ to teach critical thinking, punish tech company 'enablers'.18 May 02:16 AM
PremiumPremiumTravel30 places you can visit without a pre-departure testPlus, 14 destinations you can visit without needing a test to return to NZ.05 May 06:00 PM
Travel21 Countries that have ditched mask rulesYou can leave your mask in your bag when visiting these countries.26 Apr 08:25 PM
WorldChild dies after mystery hepatitis outbreak spreadsReports of a mystery strain affecting children have emerged from around the world.25 Apr 10:07 AM
KahuNgāpuhi Antarctic adventurer Busby Noble laid to rest at MangamukaBusby Noble became a celebrity overseas after his exploits on the frozen continent.25 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelThese countries have dropped all Covid-19 rulesSkip the tests, masks and Covid paperwork in these destinations.21 Mar 02:37 AM
TravelNew Zealand vs. Australia: Which country is happier?For 10 years the global report has ranked 150 countries according to happiness.20 Mar 09:15 PM
WorldFour US troops die in Norway plane crash in Nato exercise, unrelated to UkraineThe annual Nato drills in Norway are unrelated to the war in Ukraine.19 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldPutin's European invasion plan re-emergesFootage aired on Russian TV shows the plan to capture Nato countries near Ukraine.17 Mar 02:06 AM
TravelUK abandons all Covid-19 travel rules for arrivalsPeople will be able to "travel just like in the good old days," says transport secretary.15 Mar 06:36 PM
TravelHere are the most Covid-resilient destinations for travelReady to travel? Some destinations are safer than others according to this study.13 Mar 09:07 PM
TravelCountries scrap testing requirements for visitorsVaccinated tourists can skip the pre-departure Covid test in these countries.09 Feb 07:26 PM
WorldNo masks, movies and bars open: The nations lifting Omicron restrictionsFlattening case counts in recent days raises hopes of another turning point in pandemic.02 Feb 06:08 PM
WorldMass killer Anders Breivik's parole bid rejectedNorwegian court rules far-right extremist still poses an obvious risk.01 Feb 04:52 PM
WorldTaliban working to legitimise governmentTaliban representatives are meeting with Western governments in Norway.24 Jan 12:11 AM
New ZealandHe killed 77 people including a 14yo Kiwi. Her mother's grief - he 'should shut the **** up'"He has shown no remorse," Vanessa Svebakk says of mass killer Anders Breivik.22 Jan 05:17 AM
New ZealandWelcome home: Family of eight say crammed MIQ spot no good for mental healthShared beds and small rooms for the family of eight have not been the ideal welcome home.02 Jan 06:47 PM
TravelKiwis keen to hit the outdoors for rest and exercise says DoCCampsite, hut and lodge bookings have already exceeded 2020 numbers this summer.21 Dec 11:21 PM
TravelWhat is Friluftsliv? The benefits of Norway's 'open air' lifestyleA cold climate doesn't have to dampen your happiness if you know how to 'friluftsliv'.21 Dec 10:18 PM
TravelPassport Power: NZ's top 10 ranking in the worldGot one of these 10 passports? Then you're in luck according to a new study.14 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldWarning signs from rise of Omicron in Nordic nationsDenmark's current crisis may be a sign the virus is spreading silently.14 Dec 05:23 AM
TravelTekapo pic upends Northern Lights Photo of the Year awardsOf the 25 shortlisted photos only two were from the Southern Hemisphere.13 Dec 09:56 PM
SportChess grandmaster retains title back after challenger's blunderChampion Magnus Carlsen retains world chess title after Ian Nepomniachtchi's error.11 Dec 01:32 AM
TravelNorway refuses to replace 'half dead' Trafalgar Xmas treeThe conifer catastrophe has finally come to a close.08 Dec 10:50 PM
WorldWe wish you an Omicron Christmas: Superspreader party leads to 50 casesAt least 50 were infected after a company put on a Christmas party for staff.02 Dec 07:26 PM
TravelOh (no) Christmas tree: Twitter reacts to Trafalgar Square's sad coniferIf 2021 was a tree, this would be it.01 Dec 09:40 PM
TravelLonely Planet reveals 30 countries to visit in 2022Lonely Planet has your 2022 travel wish list covered with their top countries to visit.31 Oct 06:01 PM
