New ZealandRules protect predators: Inside Jehovah's Witness sex abuse claimsChurch members kept in the dark about child sex offending.15 Aug 08:39 PM
WorldTaliban settle as rulers, women and girls pay the priceThe Taliban face no significant opposition that could topple them.15 Aug 02:44 AM
New ZealandElder alleges order to destroy evidence in child sex abuse casesWhistleblower asked to check all 'judicial cases' in congregation's confidential files.14 Aug 08:30 PM
New ZealandAlfred Ngaro explains why he turned his back on National Party to launch New Zeal“Some of the values of the National Party have drifted away from me.”13 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandEleven alleged paedophiles active within Jehovah's Witnesses churchAlmost a dozen members with child sex abuse convictions or subject to serious allegations.13 Aug 07:38 PM
WorldMosque collapses during prayers, killing seven worshippersTwenty-three people were taken to hospital after part of the mosque's roof fell in.12 Aug 02:25 AM
PoliticsFormer National Party minister set to launch new Christian partyNgaro admits it’s late to be launching a party.10 Aug 04:32 AM
New ZealandFrank Film: The art of forgivenessFarid Ahmed is an aspiration born out of personal and community tragedy.07 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Generational divide’: Younger Jews questioning support of Israel over Palestine occupation'Younger Jews are building their own organisations and challenging their elders.'06 Aug 09:00 PM
EntertainmentAdidas selling Yeezy shoes to benefit anti-hate groupsThe sportswear company broke ties with Kanye West following his antisemitic comments.03 Aug 06:29 PM
CrimeChurch groups say restrictions on gatherings breach of human rightsFree To Be Church Trust has gone to the Court of Appeal over the Covid restrictions.02 Aug 02:29 AM
WorldUkraine moves Christmas Day holiday, denouncing Russian-imposed traditionsThe law also moves the Day of Ukrainian Statehood.30 Jul 04:24 AM
AirlinesDeputy PM, Rob Fyfe unveil new anti-slavery rule proposalRules would require companies to be "transparent" about supply chains.28 Jul 12:45 AM
TravelWorship or Tourism? Famous churches overwhelmed by millions of tourists“The temple needs to be a place for services and not a theme park,” said one local.23 Jul 08:22 PM
New Zealand'Worse than carnage': Anonymous 'intimidating' letters sent to Hindu templesThe anonymous letters quotes from the Quran.22 Jul 01:16 AM
New Zealand‘They’re staggered’: The NCEA assessment overseas educators can’t believe is allowed in NZAt international conferences, 'they are staggered we allow our young people to do that.'16 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandGloriavale employment case: ‘It just feels amazing to be acknowledged’Former Gloriavale women hope today’s ruling will mean change for their families.13 Jul 05:18 AM
New Zealand'Taught to fear': Gloriavale girls 'primed' from young age for life of domestic work, court saysGloriavale leaders said they would appeal the Employment Court decision.13 Jul 12:30 AM
New Zealand‘Māori don’t own the sky’: Matariki ‘belongs to all of NZ’, says Dr Rangiānehu MātāmuaMatariki - Pleiades - is the most well-recorded star cluster in the night sky,09 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds turn out to official re-opening of Far North churchAhipara's St Clements Church has officially re-opened following years of restoration.09 Jul 04:04 AM
New ZealandJealous newlywed fatally stabbed his wife’s lover during lockdownThe victim was a beloved street preacher who left behind a legacy, his family said.29 Jun 12:25 AM
KahuBishop Tangilanu is engaging with a new flock of youth'I want to make a difference for our Māori and Pacific Youth.'28 Jun 06:56 AM
TravelThe largest pilgrimage in history welcomes 2.5 million travellers and 200 NZersThe five-day Hajj is awe-inspiring for the faithful, and overwhelming too.27 Jun 02:29 AM
TravelIn Europe, historic churches are being turned into night clubs and hotelsCenturies-old churches now offer a different kind of service.25 Jun 10:48 PM
New ZealandChristian teacher stripped of registration over refusal to use trans student's pronounsThe teacher likened transitioning to identifying as a judge or an animal.19 Jun 06:24 AM
New ZealandPastor to be reinstated on an interim basisThe ruling follows a deep-seated battle between the pastor and church trustees.15 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand100 years for St Luke's church in PakipakiIt is the centenary of the unique stone church in Pakipaki.15 Jun 01:09 AM
New ZealandBrian Tamaki called out over false claims The Warehouse is selling puberty blockersWarehouse says it is not selling puberty blockers or any prescription medicines.09 Jun 03:41 AM
New ZealandVicar with a difference honoured for bringing joyRotorua's Reverend Tom Poata has been acknowledged.04 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldPope warns of risk of corruption in missionary fundraising after investigationHe warned the Vatican’s fundraisers of financial corruption creeping into their work.03 Jun 10:24 AM
WorldBible banned in schools ‘due to vulgarity or violence’A parent has persuaded schools that verses are too vulgar or violent for younger children.02 Jun 11:48 PM
New ZealandJehovah’s Witness church seeks exemption from royal commission abuse in care inquiryThe church has filed legal action to be exempted from the state-wide abuse investigation.02 Jun 03:02 AM
World'Miracle' dead nun in line for sainthoodPilgrims are flocking to see the well-preserved body of Sister Wilhelmina Lancaster.28 May 09:38 PM
WorldRights groups slam restrictions on Afghan womenThe Taliban barred females from public spaces and most jobs, and banned education.27 May 12:01 AM
