Boxing'Top of the heavyweight picture': How the world reacted to Parker winJoseph Parker’s stunning victory has drawn rave reviews from pundits and former pros.24 Dec 03:45 AM
Boxing'Biggest win of career': Parker produces major heavyweight upsetParker has produced one of the greatest performances of his career.23 Dec 11:33 PM
Boxing'Takes a piece of your soul': What we'll learn from Parker v WilderJoseph Parker and Deontay Wilder will meet in Saudi Arabia this weekend.22 Dec 07:00 PM
GolfOfficial: Rahm signs mega-deal with LIV GolfThe Spaniard's signature is the Saudi-backed league's biggest coup yet.08 Dec 12:15 AM
America's CupTeam NZ start strong, end slow in JeddahTeam New Zealand made a strong start on the Red Sea, before struggling late.30 Nov 12:46 PM
GolfWorld No 3 linked to $966m deal with Saudi golf leagueIt would be the biggest signing - and payday - for the LIV tour yet.22 Nov 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeSaudi Arabia-backed mixed martial arts league challenges UFC with Bellator dealFinancial Times: Acquisition as kingdom seeks to bolster its global presence in sports.20 Nov 07:18 PM
Boxing'Opportunities were drying out': Junior Fa rescued from limbo with Saudi Arabia fightLast week Junior Fa's career was in limbo. Now, he's set to fight one of the world's best.17 Nov 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumBoxingRevealed: Parker's massive payday for career-defining boutOnly two men have survived Deontay Wilder's right hand.16 Nov 11:36 PM
WorldYemen’s Houthi rebels launch strikes at Israel during Gaza warHouthi rebels have launched at least six drone and missile attacks toward southern Israel.15 Nov 10:15 PM
Boxing'He’s in my way': Joseph Parker's blockbuster fight confirmedKiwi heavyweight will fight former WBC titleholder Deontay Wilder.15 Nov 07:33 PM
BoxingJoseph Parker tipped for huge clashKiwi Joseph Parker is reportedly poised to fight former WBC titleholder Deontay Wilder.12 Nov 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialWinston AldworthEditorial: Fifa’s move to Saudi Arabia smells of sportswashingOPINION: Our editorial on Saudi Arabia being in line to host the 2034 men's World Cup.03 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Political interference': Visiting Saudi govt cited in multimillion-dollar property disputeThe tenant, a Foreign Affairs staffer, had concerns about the Saudis being in his home.16 Oct 11:10 PM
WorldIsrael Hamas war: US top diplomat calls for protecting civiliansUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal.14 Oct 10:58 PM
Football World Cup'Keen to explore': How another NZ Fifa World Cup could lookWho New Zealand may need to compete with, or work alongside, for the bid.11 Oct 06:30 AM
Markets with MadisonOil price surge making Z Energy nervousDemand has dropped "quite substantially" as Brent crude nears US$100 a barrel.24 Sep 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeSaudi Arabia’s energy minister says oil cuts not about ‘jacking up prices’Financial Times: Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman defends lower output as crude nears US$95.19 Sep 05:44 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Petrol prices on the rise again, should we cry or cheer?EDITORIAL: Global forces look set to trump local efforts by the Commerce Commission.09 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldSaudi man receives death penalty for posts online, latest case in wide-ranging crackdown on dissentMan sentenced to death over social media posts on X and YouTube.30 Aug 08:50 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeHow Saudi Arabia and UAE are positioning themselves for powerFinancial Times: Confident oil-rich Gulf states are forging new alliances in Asia.25 Aug 01:12 AM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesJarden Brief: Chip wars and oil price intrigueMachinations in motion to manipulate oil price.04 Jul 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumGolfHow the PGA Tour’s deal with Saudi Arabia’s wealth fund could collapseNew York Times: There is no guarantee the pact will overcome every threat.27 Jun 10:34 PM
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
PremiumPremiumFootballLionel Messi, Saudi Arabia and the deal that paid off for both sidesNew York Times: Contract offers glimpse at details of multimillion-dollar relationship.19 Jun 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumGolfSecrecy, cigars and a Venetian wedding: How the PGA Tour made a deal with Saudi ArabiaNew York Times: After weeks of clandestine negotiations, the agreement stunned the world.11 Jun 11:23 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldSaudi Arabia relishes a triumph that transcends sportsNew York Times: Deal to merge LIV Golf with PGA Tour a big win for the oil-rich kingdom.07 Jun 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesSky TV shares buck trend on PGA-LIV dealFragmentation threat recedes.07 Jun 05:10 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldThrough ties to Saudis, golf deal promises benefits to TrumpNew York Times: New alliance example of how Trump's relationship with Saudi yielded gains.07 Jun 02:35 AM
Business'Do whatever's necessary': Saudi Arabia slashes oil production to boost pricesSaudi Arabia will reduce how much oil it sends to the global economy from July.04 Jun 08:49 PM
PremiumPremiumAmerica's CupTeam NZ to make big decision after Am Cup rival's Saudi appeal rejectedAmerican Magic want to be excused from competing in Jeddah later this year.31 May 03:05 AM
BusinessTukorehe hosts NZTE trade delegationNZTE staff, based around the world, are helping raise the profile of New Zealand.29 May 11:28 PM
WorldSpaceX launching Saudi astronauts on private flight to space stationSpaceX's next private flight to the International Space Station is awaiting takeoff.21 May 10:57 PM
World'Imminent risk of execution': Crown Prince critics face death for defianceMohammed bin Salman Al Saud has plans to expand, and no one will get in his way.11 May 12:01 AM