World‘Bad look’: NZ caught up in Cook Islands ship seizure controversyFinns seize Cook Islands ship; NZ distances from sabotage link.28 Dec 08:15 PM
WorldPutin apologises to Azerbaijan without claiming responsibility for plane crashEU calls for probe into plane crash, likens it to MH17 disaster.28 Dec 06:39 PM
WorldProbe suggests Azerbaijan plane crashed due to ‘physical external interference’Azerbaijan suspends flights to 10 Russian airports after the Kazakhstan crash kills 38.27 Dec 07:47 PM
WorldPlane crash images spark speculation it was ‘accidentally shot down’Russian military bloggers suggest the plane could have been mistaken for Ukranian drone.25 Dec 10:43 PM
World‘Massive drone attack’: Kyiv accused as drones hit Kazan skyscraperKazan drone attack embarrasses Russia, targets shift to civilians.21 Dec 08:48 PM
New Zealand'Grateful': Russian adoptee finds brothers living less than two hours awayValentina Burgess didn't know much about her life before she was adopted at age 4.21 Dec 04:00 PM
World'Security guarantees': Zelenskyy meets Nato amid looming Trump presidencyEuropean leaders strategise on Ukraine as Trump's return raises concerns.18 Dec 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Kiwis' safety and security have gone backwardsOPINION: 'My insecurity stems from events both overseas and domestically.'17 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTrump suggests reversing US missile permissions for UkraineTrump criticises Ukraine strikes, claims they risk escalating conflict.16 Dec 07:43 PM
WorldUkraine claims Russia using North Korean soldiers in Kursk assaultsZelenskyy: 'Russians use North Korean soldiers in Kursk region, with noticeable losses.'15 Dec 11:45 PM
WorldA palace in shock: Inside Syrian President's secretive last hours in powerAssad escapes to Russia, leaving chaos in his wake before rebels capture Damascus.14 Dec 09:14 PM
WorldTrump named Time's Person of the YearThe award is in acknowledgement of the mogul's stunning political comeback.12 Dec 08:35 PM
WorldHow Syria's rebel victory is reshaping the nation's futureMohammed al-Jolani vows to punish torturers, as HTS seeks to stabilise the new Syria.11 Dec 09:50 PM
New Zealand'Lol': Kiwi 'mercenary' hits back after Russia sentences him to 14 years' jailKiwi says he 'breaks Russian soldiers and machines' in fight to free Ukraine.10 Dec 10:17 PM
BusinessUS disburses $34 billion Ukraine loan backed by profits from Russian assetsUS says funds paid for by the windfall proceeds from Russia’s immobilised assets.10 Dec 06:43 PM
WorldSyria's new dawn: Rebel leader discusses power transfer post-AssadUS, UK warn of scrutiny on Islamist groups; Russia and Iran react to Assad's fall.09 Dec 07:48 PM
WorldSeeking loved ones: Tearful reunions as inmates freed from Syria’s most brutal prisonAmidst chaos, families seek news of more than 100,000 missing detainees as prisons fall.08 Dec 10:53 PM
AnalysisAnalysis: Assad's fall - a new chapter begins in Syria's turbulent historyANALYSIS: As Assad flees to Moscow; Turkey calls for an inclusive power transition.08 Dec 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow rebels toppled the Syrian regime of Bashar al-AssadNew York Times: Bashar al-Assad fled the country as rebels claimed the capital, Damascus.08 Dec 09:43 PM
WorldZelenskyy faces pressure to lower draft age amid war lossesPresident faces pressure as US warns of critical personnel shortages.08 Dec 07:36 PM
BusinessMali seeks arrest of Canadian gold mining firm CEOWarrant for CEO Mark Bristow issued for 'money laundering'05 Dec 08:43 PM
WorldRussia tests hypersonic Zircon missile in Mediterranean drillsRussia's Tartus base may be at risk as rebels capture Aleppo in Syria.04 Dec 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessUK uncovers vast crypto laundering scheme for gangsters and Russian spiesFinancial Times: Ring connected cash-rich criminals with sanctions evaders.04 Dec 08:36 PM
WorldZelenskyy presses for more weapons as German chancellor visits amid peace talksUkraine faces intensified drone attacks; Scholz condemns Russia's energy strikes.02 Dec 10:09 PM
WorldZelenskyy demands Nato guarantees and weapons before talks with RussiaZelenskyy warns a weak position could allow Putin to reclaim territory in future talks.01 Dec 10:28 PM
WorldSyrian government loses control of Aleppo for first time since civil war began'The walls fell on us.'01 Dec 05:23 PM
WorldThe many lovers – and love children – of Vladimir PutinIncluding the German teacher, the cleaner and ‘Russia’s most flexible woman’.30 Nov 05:16 AM
WorldLightning assault on major Syria city: 'Not a single shot was fired''There has been no fighting, not a single shot was fired, as regime forces withdrew.'30 Nov 01:55 AM
WorldZelenskyy willing to give up Ukrainian territory to Russia for peacePresident says Ukraine could cede land temporarily for protection of a 'Nato umbrella'.29 Nov 11:43 PM
WorldPet owner dies after being clawed by catA man's love of his pet cat has ended in tragedy.28 Nov 10:21 PM
WorldPutin threatens to strike Kyiv with new hypersonic missileThreat comes after massive attacks on Ukraine's energy grid.28 Nov 10:03 PM
WorldPutin’s youngest daughter ‘living in Paris under a pseudonym’The 21-year-old is thought to be a love child from a brief affair.28 Nov 09:45 PM
WorldRussian spy ring's honey-trap plot uncovered in UKFive Bulgarians arrested for spying on US airbase, plotting kidnapping and murder.28 Nov 08:14 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters announces new sanctions against RussiaForeign Minister reveals latest measures in response to invasion of Ukraine.28 Nov 07:20 AM
