WorldRussian forces push near Donetsk as Kyiv denies loss of border villageRussian forces control about a fifth of Ukraine territory.13 Sep 11:29 PM
WorldNato allies on edge as Russian drone war spreadsZelenskyy warns that Russia is expanding the war. 13 Sep 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesResearcher says Auckland Airport won’t reach pre-Covid numbers until 2028; Former a2 Milk boss gets $55m pay dealIs the airport's big investment worth it? Plus: CEO tells rival its customers hate it.12 Sep 04:10 AM
WorldPutin's probe: Crossing Nato’s red lines and getting away with itPolish, Dutch and Italian aircraft plus German air defence quashed Russia's drones.11 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Nato faces test after Russia sends drones into PolandNY Times opinion: West should respond in a measured way that raises the costs to Russia.11 Sep 01:56 AM
WorldPoland shoots down drones as Nato warns of 'open conflict' riskAuthorities confirmed 19 airspace breaches but reported no injuries.10 Sep 09:18 PM
WorldRussia hits seat of Ukraine government in war's biggest air attackRussia fired 805 drones and 13 missiles in the largest attack of the war.07 Sep 07:45 AM
WorldCountries pledge Ukraine force post-peace deal amid Putin concernsThe reassurance force would aim to deter Russia from future aggression.04 Sep 09:57 PM
PoliticsWestern allies pledge troops to Ukraine; NZ’s role unclearAny troop commitment to Ukraine would require Cabinet approval, Judith Collins says.04 Sep 09:37 PM
WorldPutin vows not to back down in UkraineRussia launched over 500 drones and missiles on Ukraine overnight.03 Sep 06:22 PM
BusinessBehind the scenes at Mount Maunganui’s Syos as it triples staffSyos plans to triple its Mount Maunganui workforce within 12 months.03 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldChina ‘unstoppable’, says Xi with Kim, Putin at his side at massive military paradeThe parade, to mark 80 years since the end of World War II, also sent a powerful message. 03 Sep 03:48 AM
WorldWhy the murder of a pro-Western politician is shaking UkraineMurder accused claims the attack was 'personal revenge,' not for Russia.02 Sep 06:45 PM
WorldUkraine links Moscow to politician's assassinationThe suspect, a 52-year-old Lviv man, shot Andriy Parubiy eight times.01 Sep 08:03 PM
World'We were screaming': 23 killed, EU mission hit, in Russian strikes on KyivAt least four children were killed in the second largest bombardment of the war.28 Aug 11:18 PM
World'Negatively': Russia's stance on EU peacekeepers in UkraineIt comes as strikes across Ukraine left over 100,000 homes without power, Kyiv reports.27 Aug 06:39 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldLand for peace? Ukrainians weigh frozen front line to placate RussiaWashington Post: Villagers are divided over whose hands Donetsk should be in.24 Aug 02:48 AM
WorldKim Jong Un oversees test of new air defence missilesSouth Korea fired warning shots at North Korean soldiers on Tuesday.23 Aug 10:12 PM
WorldRefusal and denial: Arrested Ukrainian rejects link to Nord Stream blastsHe refused extradition to Germany, claiming he was in Ukraine during the explosions.23 Aug 03:54 AM
WorldUS peace efforts stall as Russia-Ukraine summit hopes fadeThe Russian Foreign Minister said no Putin-Zelenskyy meeting was planned, stalling talks.23 Aug 02:14 AM
WorldFamine declared in Gaza, Fonterra farmers future unknown | NZ Herald News Update: August 23, 2025Famine is declared in Gaza by the United Nations. The FBI are raiding thte home and office of a former national security advisor to Donald Trump.Watch22 Aug 08:21 PM
WorldNord Stream explosion suspect arrested in ItalySerhii K is suspected of sabotaging the gas pipeline between Russia and Europe.21 Aug 08:00 PM
Markets with MadisonBehind Australia's $3.3b counter-drone company – and CEO's Christchurch connectionDroneShield is making millions selling drone guns and detection systems to militaries. 21 Aug 07:00 PM
WorldSecurity guarantees: Zelenskyy seeks support before talks with Russia'We need to understand which country will be ready to do what at each specific moment.'21 Aug 06:51 PM
WorldRussia says it must be a part of Ukraine security guarantees talksKremlin also tempers hopes for peace deal by downplaying chance of summit with Zelenskyy.20 Aug 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Keep at it': Why Putin thinks Russia has the upper handNY Times: Military resurgence is guiding Putin as he pushes for a peace deal on his terms.20 Aug 05:00 AM
WorldTrump says Ukraine peace deal may help him 'get to heaven'Trump's press secretary said 'the President was serious' about the comment.19 Aug 10:02 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump says he’s ended 6 (or 7) wars. Here’s some contextNew York Times: “I’m averaging about a war a month,” Trump said.19 Aug 09:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDon't go there: Former Defence Minister urges young fighters to avoid UkraineDozens of Kiwis have fought in Ukraine despite the risks and low pay, and some have died.19 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisCan Zelenskyy trust Trump? Ukraine’s fate may depend on the answerNew York Times: Trump's shifting stance leaves Zelenskyy wary in Ukraine peace talks.19 Aug 02:25 AM
WorldPutin and Zelenskyy set for peace summit after Trump talksThe White House meeting comes days after Trump held a summit with Putin in Alaska.19 Aug 12:53 AM
WorldZelenskyy dons military jacket to meet Trump amid suit controversyTrump complimented Zelenskyy on his outfit during their Oval Office meeting.18 Aug 09:02 PM
PoliticsWhy didn't Prime Minister Christopher Luxon join call on Ukraine?He says he normally attends these talks with world leaders. Video / Mark MitchellWatch18 Aug 05:38 AM
WorldZelensky set to return to Oval Office after tense exchange with TrumpThe pair will have a one-on-one before they are joined by European leaders.18 Aug 03:25 AM
