Latest from South Sudan
US reportedly mulls travel restrictions affecting 43 countries
Citizens from 11 countries, including Iran and Syria, face a complete travel ban.
David Shearer exit interview: South Sudan needs to hold elections
Former Labour Party leader has high hopes for the region.
'Brink of the abyss': UN makes appeal to prevent famine for 34 million
The world has seen a 20 per cent rise in people suffering from "acute hunger" in one year.
Christmas from afar: Kiwi troops in South Sudan and Florida
Not everyone is home for Christmas this year.
Can Sophie, Countess of Wessex, steady the royal ship?
Times: Andrew is out. Megxit has happened. Can Sophie Wessex get the royals back on track?
The lucky 19: The nations with no reported coronavirus cases
There are fewer countries reporting no cases as global infections approach one million.
Family auction off 'virgin bride' on Facebook for 500 cows
Pictures of the young girl in a wedding gown were then shared on the social media site.
'We lost everything ... I just want her to live in safety'
Strength and courage shine through in these photos of refugees from around the world.
Humble hero praises mental health move
"Not All Wounds Bleed" focuses on the mental injuries veterans and their families face.
Not All Wounds Bleed: Why we should all care this Poppy Day
COMMENT: Decorated soldier Lt-Col Melanie Childs opens up on the importance of Poppy Day.
Man who died in South Sudan coming home
Sister of man who died while volunteering in South Sudan says death a shock for family.
UN reveals horrific South Sudan abuses
'Suffering and cruelty worse than anyone could imagine.' Latest UN report on South Sudan.
Kiwi couple swap honeymoon for war-ravaged country
A Tauranga couple share why they've chosen to help others over taking a romantic holiday.
Children stolen to trade for cattle
Child kidnappings and trafficking are one of little-known tragedies of Sudan's civil war.
US military revising rules over fitness trackers
Company which released sensitive data originally said users should check privacy settings.
Former Kiwi leader's life in the war-zone
The man who wanted to be Prime Minister on his year in war-ravaged South Sudan.
Ethiopia is facing a killer drought
Food crises are erupting across Africa and there is no money to fight it.
Shearer: Bad to worse in South Sudan
David Shearer warns UN of escalating tension in South Sudan.
NZ fears for safety of UN peacekeepers
Kidnap of Fijian peacekeepers had a big impact on McCully's decision on NZ contribution.
Ardern wins Mt Albert by a landslide
Jacinda Ardern has taken an unassailable lead in the Mt Albert by-election.
100,000 facing starvation in South Sudan
Joyce Luma, head of the United Nation's World Food Programme in South Sudan, called the famine "man-made".
Mt Albert byelection: National backs off
National Party has waved the white flag in the upcoming Mt Albert byelection, with Labour accusing Bill English of "running scared" and daring him to call an early election.
Watch: David Shearer says goodbye
In his farewell speech to Parliament Shearer told how he has come full circle, retelling the mango skins story of a time that had a profound effect on him.
Shearer: South Sudan a 'remarkable' job
Labour MP David Shearer says his decision to leave Parliament to head to conflict-ridden South Sudan was because it was a "remarkable"
Ardern considering move to Mt Albert
Jacinda Ardern is thinking of standing in Mt Albert as MP David Shearer looks set to quit Parliament.