PremiumPremiumWorldExploring a new Syria: It's a fragile new era for a deeply scarred countryNew York Times: Sporadic violence persists, hobbling the nation’s efforts to move forward.29 Jun 06:00 PM
World'Worst climate conditions in 60 years': Syria's wheat supply in perilAround 95% of rain-fed wheat has been damaged, affecting yields drastically.27 Jun 05:32 AM
WorldSuicide attack on Damascus church kills 20, wounds 52A suicide attacker, 'affiliated with IS', targeted St Elias church.22 Jun 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisEven with more upheaval to come, the Mideast is radically changedThe status quo has been shattered, with Israel ascendant as the Mideast military power.22 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldSyrian doctor gets life sentence in Germany for slayings, torture under AssadThe prosecution of Alaa Mousa relied on the legal concept of universal jurisdiction.17 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldRussia fears it could lose another Mideast allyInitially, some Russia analysts judged it could draw support away from Ukraine.17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIran and Israel: A once covert war has burst into the openNew York Times: An updated timeline of the Israel-Iran conflict over the past years.13 Jun 04:40 AM
WorldIsrael strikes Syria after projectiles launched, blames Syrian leaderSyria denied firing the projectiles, calling Israel's actions a violation.04 Jun 02:51 AM
EntertainmentOn The Up: 'It's so much bigger than music' - Kiwi singer's journey from refugee to pop inspiration'I’m so grateful to even have a bad day, because I’m alive'. 25 Apr 10:00 PM
Travel newsUS reportedly mulls travel restrictions affecting 43 countriesCitizens from 11 countries, including Iran and Syria, face a complete travel ban. 15 Mar 10:56 PM
World‘Extreme fear’: Over 1000 dead in Syria’s coastal violenceInterim President Ahmed al-Sharaa vowed not to let Syria fall into chaos or civil war.10 Mar 07:32 PM
World‘Must cease immediately’: UN rights chief condemns Syria killingsThe UN and several governments condemned the violence and called for justice.09 Mar 07:44 PM
WorldMassacres and fear: Alawite heartland reels under Syrian violenceSecurity forces heavily deployed in Alawite areas on the coast.09 Mar 12:08 AM
World‘14 years undone’: Syria’s dire economic outlook revealedSyria needs more than 50 years to regain pre-war economy: UN agency20 Feb 07:41 PM
World‘Randomly attacked’: Syrian man stabs 14-year-old boy to death, injures fourA food delivery rider rammed the attacker with his vehicle in Villach, Austria.15 Feb 09:45 PM
EntertainmentOutrage after ‘voyeuristic, nauseating’ UK reality TV show retraces refugee journeysThe series opens with a participant calling for immigrants to be 'blown up'.09 Feb 03:54 AM
WorldTrump says he will rename Gulf of Mexico the ‘Gulf of America’President-elect also threatened military force to seize Greenland and the Panama Canal.07 Jan 09:52 PM
WorldInside Assad’s hasty escape: The downfall of Syria’s ruling eliteSeveral Assad allies, including Maher and Mamlouk, sought refuge in Russia and Lebanon.21 Dec 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why the lightning fall of Syria’s brutal regime matters for us allOPINION: The ripple effects of a post-Bashar al-Assad world could spread to NZ.21 Dec 08:00 PM
World'Not a takeover': Turkey rebuffs Trump's Syria commentsTurkey denies controlling Syrian rebels, emphasises co-operation over domination.18 Dec 10:53 PM
WorldWhy Syrians are returning to rebuild Maaret al-NumanMaaret al-Numan residents return and revive businesses despite devastation.17 Dec 11:08 PM
World'Could be catastrophic': UN warns of escalating Syria conflictUN highlights humanitarian crisis in Syria; nearly 13 million face acute food insecurity.17 Dec 09:00 PM
World'Diplomatic contact': UK engages with Syria's new rebel leadershipTurkey to train Syrian rebels; Israel bombs depots amid new govt’s rise and HTS contact.15 Dec 11:11 PM
WorldAssad's prisoner No 3006 tells his storyAn ex-prisoner recalls torture and execution threats in Syrian jail.15 Dec 07:52 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
New ZealandTerrorism charge laid against 'Kiwi jihadi' still believed to be in a Syrian prisonMark John Taylor is believed to be in a prison in northern Syria.11 Dec 11:54 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
BusinessSyrian assets worth $190m frozen in SwitzerlandBut a 'hunt for Assad’s millions' does not seem to be in the offing for Swiss banks.11 Dec 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldSyria after Assad: What’s happening and what comes nextNew York Times: A guide to understanding where things stand in Syria.11 Dec 08:54 PM
World'Every day more hope is lost': Families search notorious prisonLiberated prisoners found alive in Sednaya; families cling to hope amid chaos.11 Dec 07:37 PM
RoyalsQueen Elizabeth's signed portrait among items found in al-Assad's 'treasure room'Luxury luggage, Ferraris and a Fifa award found in the ousted Syrian president's palace.10 Dec 11:51 PM
WorldIsraeli strikes hit Syrian ships as Assad ousted from powerIsrael strikes Syrian navy, damaging ships and research centre after Assad's ousting.10 Dec 07:42 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Human slaughterhouse': What to know about Syria’s notorious Saydnaya PrisonNew York Times: Tens of thousands were detained, tortured and killed during the Civil War.10 Dec 07:28 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWith Assad gone, a brutal dictatorship ends. But the new risks are hugeNew York Times: Will Assad's fall usher in a new era for Syria and the Middle East? 09 Dec 08:36 PM
