WorldPlane crash images spark speculation it was ‘accidentally shot down’Russian military bloggers suggest the plane could have been mistaken for Ukranian drone.25 Dec 10:43 PM
RoyalsCadbury loses royal warrant after 170 years, cut from King Charles' listQueen Elizabeth II would get boxes of her favourite Bournville chocolate every Christmas.24 Dec 12:10 AM
World‘Massive drone attack’: Kyiv accused as drones hit Kazan skyscraperKazan drone attack embarrasses Russia, targets shift to civilians.21 Dec 08:48 PM
New Zealand'With love from New Zealand': Kiwi K.A.R.E's life-saving mission in UkraineKiwi K.A.R.E was set up by former Tauranga mayor Tenby Powell.19 Dec 04:00 AM
World'Security guarantees': Zelenskyy meets Nato amid looming Trump presidencyEuropean leaders strategise on Ukraine as Trump's return raises concerns.18 Dec 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Kiwis' safety and security have gone backwardsOPINION: 'My insecurity stems from events both overseas and domestically.'17 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTrump suggests reversing US missile permissions for UkraineTrump criticises Ukraine strikes, claims they risk escalating conflict.16 Dec 07:43 PM
WorldUkraine claims Russia using North Korean soldiers in Kursk assaultsZelenskyy: 'Russians use North Korean soldiers in Kursk region, with noticeable losses.'15 Dec 11:45 PM
WorldTrump named Time's Person of the YearThe award is in acknowledgement of the mogul's stunning political comeback.12 Dec 08:35 PM
New Zealand'Lol': Kiwi 'mercenary' hits back after Russia sentences him to 14 years' jailKiwi says he 'breaks Russian soldiers and machines' in fight to free Ukraine.10 Dec 10:17 PM
BusinessUS disburses $34 billion Ukraine loan backed by profits from Russian assetsUS says funds paid for by the windfall proceeds from Russia’s immobilised assets.10 Dec 06:43 PM
WorldTrump urges immediate ceasefire in Ukraine amid aid reduction talkZelenskyy seeks 'enduring' peace with Russia as Trump hints at reduced US aid.08 Dec 08:49 PM
WorldZelenskyy faces pressure to lower draft age amid war lossesPresident faces pressure as US warns of critical personnel shortages.08 Dec 07:36 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDonald Trump says he will not remove Jay Powell from Fed before term endsFinancial Times: President-elect also won’t rule out higher inflation from his tariffs.08 Dec 07:32 PM
WorldRussia tests hypersonic Zircon missile in Mediterranean drillsRussia's Tartus base may be at risk as rebels capture Aleppo in Syria.04 Dec 09:55 PM
WorldZelenskyy presses for more weapons as German chancellor visits amid peace talksUkraine faces intensified drone attacks; Scholz condemns Russia's energy strikes.02 Dec 10:09 PM
WorldZelenskyy demands Nato guarantees and weapons before talks with RussiaZelenskyy warns a weak position could allow Putin to reclaim territory in future talks.01 Dec 10:28 PM
WorldThe many lovers – and love children – of Vladimir PutinIncluding the German teacher, the cleaner and ‘Russia’s most flexible woman’.30 Nov 05:16 AM
WorldZelenskyy willing to give up Ukrainian territory to Russia for peacePresident says Ukraine could cede land temporarily for protection of a 'Nato umbrella'.29 Nov 11:43 PM
WorldPutin threatens to strike Kyiv with new hypersonic missileThreat comes after massive attacks on Ukraine's energy grid.28 Nov 10:03 PM
World'We will continue': Putin vows to shoot more Oreshnik missiles at Ukraine Russia has already fired the new-generation missile at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. 26 Nov 08:26 PM
WorldHalf the size of London in a month: Russia’s quickest advance since start of warPutin orders forces to intensify attacks ahead of possible peace talks with Donald Trump.26 Nov 06:07 PM
WorldPutin claims 'Oreshnik' missile test justified by Ukraine's long-range strikesFragments of the Oreshnik ballistic missile have been found in Ukraine after strikes.24 Nov 11:31 PM
WorldUK ‘now directly involved’ in Ukraine war: Russian envoyUkraine this week fired the Storm Shadow weapons into Russia for the first time.21 Nov 11:28 PM
WorldRussia used 'experimental' missile in Ukraine strike, says US officialUkraine accused Russia of using a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile.21 Nov 05:32 PM
WorldRussia fired intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine for first time: KyivThe Kremlin refuses to comment on Ukrainian allegations.21 Nov 10:02 AM
WorldRussia threatens to strike Kyiv with ‘massive’ new missileUkrainians urged to shelter as false alerts and RS-26 missile threat cause panic.21 Nov 12:50 AM
World'They want escalation': Putin signals readiness to start nuclear warLeader signs a doctrine that lowers the threshold for the use of atomic weapons.20 Nov 08:06 PM
WorldUS embassy in Kyiv closes over fears of ‘significant air attack’Ukraine this week fired longer-range US missiles at Russian territory for the first time.20 Nov 08:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessUkraine war escalation unsettles markets, European stocks fallFinancial Times: US Treasuries rally as investors sell equities and seek safe assets.19 Nov 06:57 PM
World'New phase': Russia's threat after Ukraine fires first US long-range missilesPutin signed a decree that enables nuclear weapon use against non-nuclear states.19 Nov 05:08 PM
World‘Global order could disintegrate’: Fears over Trump's plans for Ukraine peace talks as war hits 1000 day markThe war in Ukraine has been called the deadliest and largest in Europe since WWII.19 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldTensions high as US accused of 'fuelling' war in UkraineThe Kremlin has hit out at the US for allowing long-range weapons. 18 Nov 07:43 PM
OpinionOpinion: After 1000 days of war, Ukraine needs NZ to share our belief in victory – ambassadorOPINION: If Ukraine had been a Nato member 1000 days ago, it would not be at war.18 Nov 04:00 PM