WorldExplainer: Putin's threat - does it change the risk of nuclear war?Putin has taken worrying steps towards nuclear war by putting forces on high alert.28 Feb 12:21 AM
WorldLive: Furious Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert; Ukraine trains civilians as fightersThe order raises the threat that Moscow's invasion could boil over into nuclear warfare.27 Feb 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'I'll stand on the side of Russia': Pro-Putin sentiment spreads onlineNew York Times: some online discourse about Putin has grown more complimentary.27 Feb 08:16 PM
WorldShock at Russia's nuke threat, Putin's defence boss 'uncomfortable' - expertRussia's Defence boss 'clearly uncomfortable' as Putin issued a threat of nuclear warfare.27 Feb 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyFinancial markets face another rocky week as Ukraine crisis deepensFinancial markets are set for another rocky week as the Russia/Ukraine conflict worsens.27 Feb 07:11 PM
New Zealand'The world needs to take a stand' - PM on condemnation of Russian invasionGovernment is seeking advice on what other bans may need to be implemented.27 Feb 07:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'They've been played': Ukraine war tests the ties that bind Russia and ChinaNew York Times: Putin's attack on Ukraine has forced Xi into an impossible balancing act.27 Feb 06:32 PM
WorldWatch: Russian man's defiant act against his own country, PutinA man has made an extraordinary act of defiance against his home country.27 Feb 05:49 PM
WorldUkraine war: EU shuts airspace to Russian airlinesGermany ratchets up military spending in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.27 Feb 05:34 PM
WorldThe chilling secret symbols spotted around Ukraine - why locals are fearfulStrange symbols are springing up throughout Ukraine; residents are urged to cover them.27 Feb 05:09 PM
PoliticsUkraine crisis: Russia aggression on Cabinet agendaCabinet discuss next steps on Russia today, but it could be some time before new sanctions27 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldLive: 'Furious' Putin frustrated by fierce resistance as Ukraine vows to fightHuge explosions lit up the sky yesterday south of the capital, Kyiv.27 Feb 04:00 PM
World'Not going Putin's way': Furious Russian president 'holed up in mountain lair'Analysis of the movements of Russian troops in Ukraine shows all hasn't gone to plan.27 Feb 04:22 AM
Business'Honey trap': How billionaire Russian oligarchs are about to be cut offThey are paid 'millions to hide trillions' and hold influence at the very top.27 Feb 02:12 AM
WorldSnake Island bombshell: Are the Ukraine defenders still alive?There's been a major twist after all defenders of Snake Island were reportedly 'killed'.27 Feb 01:58 AM
WorldUS, EU, UK to sanction Russian central bank, block SWIFTCrippling sanctions to be placed on the Russian financial sector.27 Feb 01:17 AM
WorldFleeing to the border: Over 150,000 Ukrainians seek refugeTens of thousands of Ukrainians rushed to the borders as invading troops pressed on.26 Feb 11:03 PM
WorldThe private life of Putin – who is the man behind the iron curtain?Looking into the private life of Vladimir Putin.26 Feb 11:00 PM
WorldEmergence of a leader: Zelenskyy's unlikely journey from comedy to Ukrainian heroZelenskyy started in acting and comedy, to become the president of Ukraine.26 Feb 07:18 PM
WorldFinland, Sweden brush off Moscow's warning on joining NatoSweden, Finland say they will make their own security policies.26 Feb 07:06 PM
World'Fighting in the streets' - Russian troops enter Kharkiv; Ukrainian president vows 'we will win'Stiff resistance for Russian fighters attacking Ukrainian cities.26 Feb 05:52 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Where Kiwis will pay the price for Putin's warWe will feel the shock of war at the petrol pump, on our investments and interest rates.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It's a real war!': Ukraine supporters battle with mandate protesters for attentionUkraine and the Destiny Church-backed anti-Covid-19 mandate protests both in capital.26 Feb 05:47 AM
WorldPutin poised to unleash 'father of all bombs' in Ukraine conflictIt's one of war's most brutal weapons - pulling oxygen out of the air.26 Feb 04:46 AM
EntertainmentKlitschko and Panettiere's daughter 'safe, out of Ukraine'The Heroes actor has also voiced her support for Ukraine on social media.26 Feb 04:36 AM
WorldEU agrees to freeze assets of Putin, Foreign Minister LavrovCountries around the world have looked to heap more financial punishment on Moscow.25 Feb 08:25 PM
OpinionJared Morgan: Attitude of 'we told you so' among Kyiv residentsCOMMENT: 'Planes don't fly anymore — these bastards are trying to bomb our airports.'25 Feb 07:22 PM
Football'Unparalleled crisis': Russia hit with severe backlash from sporting worldMajor events have been cancelled while organisations have condemned the Ukraine invasion.25 Feb 06:30 PM
WorldLive: The battle for Kyiv - Russian troops bear down on capital as dozens killed; disputed reports of captured second cityUkraine leader says 'you may not see me alive again' as invasion continues.25 Feb 05:41 PM
New ZealandRussia invades Ukraine - Chernobyl nuclear site captured, Kiwi on aftermath of missile strikesRussian military might rolls on into Ukraine as global condemnation heats up.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Like... 1939': Former PMs, diplomats reflect on Putin and RussiaVladimir Putin was once capable of sharing a joke with Helen Clark, now he's waging war.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Vladimir Putin's fist shatters peace hopesOPINION: Our editorial on the slow-motion descent into the horror events in Ukraine.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I cannot stop crying': Papamoa mother fears for son in Ukraine'He asked me not to panic. He said he is strong and not afraid of the invasion.'25 Feb 05:56 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: NZ shares make swift recovery after sell-offInvestors went looking for cheap buys.25 Feb 04:48 AM
