WorldRussian strikes leave half of Kyiv's flats without heatingAround 6000 Kyiv apartment blocks have lost heating in the deep freeze.09 Jan 09:42 PM
WorldKyiv police continue assessing damage after overnight Russian strikesPolice in Kyiv work across seven districts to assess damage and assist residents following overnight Russian strikes that damaged at least 20 residential buildings. Video / AFPWatch09 Jan 08:25 PM
TennisElina Svitolina completes comeback win over Sonay Kartal for semi-final spotASB Classic top seed Elina Svitolina on never giving up, finding a little opportunity and her tough road to the tournament semi-finals. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Jan 07:17 PM
WorldRussia blames Ukraine for deadly New Year drone strikeVolodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is '10%' away from a peace deal.01 Jan 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUkraine did not target Putin’s home, CIA findsNY Times: Russia had used the claim of an attack as a threat to harden its stance on talks01 Jan 04:32 AM
WorldPutin wishes Russians victory in Ukraine in New Year speechThe Russian President used his New Year message to praise 'heroes' fighting in Ukraine.31 Dec 09:58 PM
WorldFrom grief to fireworks: How the world welcomed 2026Crowds in Sydney paused for a minute's silence before 9 tonnes of fireworks.31 Dec 05:40 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe separation: Inside the unravelling US-Ukraine partnershipNew York Times: This is the chaotic, previously untold story behind the past year.31 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldAs Russia’s war grinds on, its society is frayingVeterans gain cash payouts, new status and free land as PTSD and crime fears grow.31 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldRussia: West is insane to question ‘drone attack’ on Putin’s homeLavrov claims 91 drones targeted Putin’s fortified Valdai lake estate.30 Dec 06:10 PM
New ZealandFrom Tauranga mayor to Ukraine lifeline: Honour for Tenby PowellTenby Powell becomes an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2026.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Rotorua, Taupō recipients namedThey include a former mayor, doctor, and two Citizens Advice Bureau managers.30 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldRussia accuses Ukraine of attacking Putin's official residenceVolodymyr Zelensky says the alleged strike is a fabrication to justify attacks.29 Dec 05:57 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Trade reality check - why India, not Luxon, is likely to gain mostOPINION: When India makes concessions to our dairy products, we will be on a win.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Counting every day’: The soldier who spent more than a year on the front lineNew York Times: Sergeant Serhii Tyschenko says, 'I honestly don’t know how I coped'.29 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldExplainer: What to know about the Ukraine talks, and sticking pointsThere was no immediate breakthrough with negotiations on the war to continue in January.29 Dec 01:38 AM
WorldTrump says it will be clear within 'weeks' if Ukraine war can endUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Trump at Mar-a-Lago, Florida.28 Dec 10:42 PM
WorldRussia pummels Kyiv ahead of Zelenskyy’s US visitZelenskyy said the attack showed Russia did not want to end its invasion.27 Dec 05:57 PM
WorldExplosions rock Kyiv as missiles and drones target capital amid new peace planSeveral powerful explosions rocked Kyiv ahead of meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump.27 Dec 12:56 AM
WorldZelenskyy says he will meet Trump soon, citing progress in peace planThe meeting suggests Washington and Kyiv are close to a joint position to end the war.26 Dec 06:13 PM
WorldPope urges Russia, Ukraine dialogue in Christmas blessingKing Charles calls for 'compassion and reconciliation'.25 Dec 05:18 PM
WorldUkraine’s new peace plan – and what each point meansThe 20-point plan offers Ukraine Nato-style defence guarantees for future attacks.24 Dec 07:38 PM
WorldZelenskyy open to withdrawing troops in new peace draftUkraine's leader has given details of an updated peace plan.24 Dec 05:14 PM
World‘Massive’ Russian strikes hit Ukraine energy sites in pre-Christmas attackRussia launched 635 drones and 38 missiles at cities and energy sites.23 Dec 05:45 PM
World2025 in review: Russia’s economy drives its war, but roadblocks wait Four years of heavy military spending set to come due for Vladimir Putin.23 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldMoscow car blast kills Russian general as Ukraine peace talks stallThe blast came as US, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators held talks in Miami.22 Dec 05:18 PM
