WorldIsraeli troops kill 10 Palestinians in West Bank violence - deadliest day in yearsIt's the deadliest day of violence in years, and Hamas is threatening revenge.26 Jan 04:37 PM
WorldTaliban divided on UN appeal to restore women’s rightsUN urge Taliban to reverse their crackdown on women and girls.20 Jan 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNo drugs, no alcohol: 5000 Christians (and Steve Braunias) prepare for music festivalSteve Braunias meets those planning a Christian music festival at Karapiro.20 Jan 05:41 PM
WorldChurch of England apologises for treatment of LGBTQI+ peopleBut same-sex couples still won’t be allowed to marry in its churches.20 Jan 05:24 PM
New ZealandJudge to visit Gloriavale to understand 'servitude' claimsChief Employment Court Judge will visit secretive Gloriavale Christian Community in Feb18 Jan 01:36 AM
World'Toxic nightmare': Cardinal Pell's views on Pope's rule revealedSecret memo, article show view of late cleric whose child sex convictions were overturned.12 Jan 06:58 PM
WorldPope honours divisive Australian Cardinal George PellPell, whose child sex convictions were overturned, died yesterday.11 Jan 05:33 PM
WorldCardinal George Pell dead at 81 after hip surgery complicationsPell returned to Vatican in 2020, after being acquitted of child sexual abuse convictions.10 Jan 11:02 PM
WorldUN envoy meets with Afghan minister over ban on women in universitiesA UN envoy met with Afghan education minister to discuss the ban on women in universities.08 Jan 12:10 AM
WorldUS President Joe Biden’s Israel quandary with new Netanyahu far right governmentIsraeli Prime Minister’s new government is giving the Biden administration headaches.07 Jan 09:33 PM
WorldIran executes two more men detained amid nationwide protestsFour men executed since the demonstrations began over the death of Mahsa Amini.07 Jan 07:36 PM
WorldUkrainians celebrate Orthodox Christmas in reclaimed churchA day prior, Ukraine’s govt took over administration of church from Moscow patriarchate.07 Jan 04:52 PM
WorldUkraine weekend ceasefire uncertain amid mistrustPutin announced the weekend ceasefire yesterday for the Russian Orthodox Church Christmas.06 Jan 05:34 PM
WorldPutin orders weekend ceasefire in UkraineThe 36-hour ceasefire is for the Russian Orthodox Christmas holiday, the Kremlin says.05 Jan 04:22 PM
WorldThousands pour into St Peter’s Square for funeral of Pope Benedict'We came to pay homage to Benedict and wanted to be here today to say goodbye.'05 Jan 09:05 AM
WorldAfghans will die because of ban on women in NGOs, aid groups saySave the Children, World Vision suspend operations as millions on brink of famine.29 Dec 08:01 PM
WorldIsrael swears in Netanyahu as PM of hard-line govtGovt is vowing to enact policies that could cause turmoil and alienate country's allies.29 Dec 04:58 PM
WorldNew Netanyahu govt says West Bank settlements top priorityCountry’s most religious, right-wing govt ever is also taking hard line on LGBT, justice.28 Dec 07:12 PM
WorldVatican says health of retired pope Benedict XVI ‘worsening’Pope Francis told public Benedict was “very sick” and asked the faithful to pray for him.28 Dec 04:29 PM
New ZealandInside the secretive Mormon templeRare glimpse reveals white boiler suits, golden oxen and chandeliers.26 Dec 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe Frank reverend - on megachurches, media and keeping the faithReverend Frank Ritchie: "I had some horrific experiences as a kid in church settings"25 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldAfghanistan’s Taliban ban women from working for NGOsIt is the latest restrictive move by Afghanistan’s new rulers against women’s rights.24 Dec 11:10 PM
WorldGunman opened fire in central Paris - three dead and several injuredThree other people were wounded in the attack, one is in a critical condition.23 Dec 05:31 PM
New ZealandAuckland's church leaders on what to think about this ChristmasThe annual Christmas message from Auckland's church leaders23 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTaliban minister defends women’s university banThe decree triggered a global backlash this week including in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar.22 Dec 05:05 PM
New ZealandCommunity's shock after woman from 'Tampa' refugee family killedAfghan community in a state of shock after the killing of a young woman in Massey.20 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldIran: thousands of protesters held without trial to learn fateThis country is descending into hell while the world watches on.17 Dec 10:37 PM
WorldIranian authorities arrest actress of Oscar-winning movieRenowned actress arrested on charges of spreading falsehoods about nationwide protests.17 Dec 08:58 PM
TravelMillions of virgin worshippers gather at Mexico City shrine for annual celebrationMany fell to their knees and wept after reaching the popular site.12 Dec 06:29 PM
WorldGerman hostage freed after 2018 jihadi abduction in Niger“Taking hostages has proven to be a lucrative business that bankrolls terrorist groups."10 Dec 07:53 PM
WorldLandmark Bill protecting same-sex, interracial marriage passes US HouseThe vote now sends the legislation to President Joe Biden for sign-off.08 Dec 05:17 PM
WorldRevealed: Moment paedophile pastor was exposedHe raped a boy the night before his eighth birthday.06 Dec 09:27 PM
WorldConfusion over Iran’s religious police as women drop hijabEnforcement scaled back as more women walk the streets without wearing headscarf.06 Dec 02:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBlack Ferns triumph shows the way to heal our social divisionsThe Black Ferns showed us how to be united again. Where else can we find common ground?01 Dec 10:30 PM
