World‘Spider smuggler’ straps hundreds of tarantulas to his bodyMan's ‘swollen stomach area' reveals '300 spiders, 100 centipedes and nine stinging ants'.16 Nov 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelTo really see Peru, hop on (and off) the busNew York Times: Peru at your own pace.25 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGallagher Group eyes Brazil's vast ranches in new South American market moveDemand for precision farming support offers 'enormous potential for growth'.22 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessMusk’s X pays millions in Brazil fines - to wrong accountX racked up $8.4 million in fines for failing to comply with court orders.05 Oct 04:29 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessArgentina’s Javier Milei secures backing to defeat pension increaseFinancial Times: Libertarian leader says ‘degenerates’ would ruin his fiscal balance.12 Sep 01:51 AM
EntertainmentBrazilian music legend Sergio Mendes dies at 83Sergio Mendes, who brought bossa nova to international audiences, has died aged 83.07 Sep 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat happens when half a million people abandon their cityNY Times: About a quarter of the residents of Venezuela’s second-largest city have left.01 Sep 11:05 PM
New Zealand'Wisdom and restraint': New Zealand joins calls for calm in VenezuelaGovernment officials have begun a violent crackdown following protests.31 Aug 07:41 AM
WorldJudge orders X to be immediately shut down in BrazilMove the latest chapter in an ongoing feud between Supreme Court justice and Elon Musk.30 Aug 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe world’s largest wetland is burning, and rare animals are dyingNY Times: 'We’re watching biodiversity disappear into ash,' says a biologist.28 Aug 12:57 AM
New Zealand'Have progress, have a future': NZ Venezuelans hope for end to election chaosInternational observers dispute President Nicolas Maduro's claim of electoral victory.10 Aug 05:06 AM
WorldUS says Edmundo Gonzalez won the Venezuela electionThe US has rejected Nicolas Maduro’s victory claim, recognising his opponent as President.02 Aug 02:45 AM
TravelHop on a cruise and discover a mystery island with this week's hot dealsGorgeous getaways await!29 Jul 05:00 PM
World'King of the South' drug lord eludes global manhuntSebastian Marset has run one of the largest drug-trafficking schemes in South America.21 Jul 10:28 PM
TravelMove over Galapagos, these islands have dragonsCome face-to-face with a beast from the east.21 Jul 12:00 AM
TravelWhy staying on a Peruvian potato farm could be the best holiday you've ever hadPeru gave the world cocaine, chocolate and the humble spud.14 Jun 07:00 PM
WorldBolivia released 'buzzy' new beer – but does the world want it?Bolivia has been trying to destigmatise the plant, which is used to make cocaine.11 Jun 11:13 PM
InflationWorld Bank boosts forecast for global economic growth'Exceptional' US growth highlighted as bank’s latest outlook marks an increase.11 Jun 06:59 PM
WorldMexico votes likely to choose the country’s first female presidentViolence in parts of the country was top of mind as people stepped into voting booths.02 Jun 08:57 PM
Lifestyle60-year-old Miss Universe contestant's dream ends abruptly60-year-old Argentine woman watched her Miss Universe dreams melt away.27 May 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeArgentina’s peso plunges in warning light for MileiFinancial Times: Aggressive interest rate cuts blamed for black market volatility.23 May 11:57 PM
TravelMachu Picchu: 'Our ancestors built this'Local Peruvian women from the Awamaki business initiative visit Machu Picchu for first time. Video / Thomas BywaterWatch05 May 10:02 AM
ConstructionA touch of Egypt in Auckland: What's behind this rooftop film set?Who's behind the ziggurat on an inner-city gym rooftop?30 Apr 08:58 PM
BusinessCrocodile handbag celebrity smuggler sent to jailSprawling multi-year conspiracy involved recruiting couriers to transport her handbags.24 Apr 02:04 AM
TravelThe best hotel in the world has just been named. Here's how much one night costsThe hotel has almost exclusively received 5-star reviews from awe-struck guests.24 Apr 12:23 AM
WorldBoat filled with 20 corpses found floating off Brazilian coastReports say a small boat full of decomposing corpses was spotted by fishermen.14 Apr 06:42 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelSouth America bound? This secret Colombian island is an itinerary game-changerAdd a slice of pure paradise to your bucket list.09 Apr 06:00 AM
LifestyleKiwi Graeme Walls reflects on 40 years of changing lives on Mercy ShipsMercy Ships specialises in free, life-changing surgeries for people in need.07 Apr 09:00 PM
TravelI got scammed by two elderly 'holidaymakers' and they stole over $600Con artists come in all shapes and sizes.18 Mar 11:50 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelHow to spend 36 hours in São Paulo:, where culture and 12 million people collideMove over Rio, it's time to dive into São Paulo's cultural melting pot.06 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandRefugee flees cartel-connected abductor bent on revengeThe man spent time in hiding before eventually moving to New Zealand.26 Feb 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeELE group collapse: Receivers’ report puts claims at $12.3m - who's owed money?Buildhub, another labour hire business, had 60-70 staff. They were all sacked on Friday.20 Feb 03:28 AM
WorldChile ex-president dies ‘saving passengers’ in helicopter crashSebastian Piñera's passengers leapt from the aircraft while he wrestled with the controls.09 Feb 03:38 AM
WorldMen arrested after breaking into live TV studio in EcuadorNoises similar to gunshots could be heard in the background.09 Jan 09:47 PM