New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, January 23, 2026Morning Headlines | Rescue efforts continue following landslides, politicians descend on Rātana and Trump and Zelensky have a 'good' talk. | Friday, January 23, 2026Watch22 Jan 07:40 PM
WorldTrump unveils Board of Peace, 'New Gaza' plans at DavosThe US leader described the devastated Palestinian territory as 'great real estate'.22 Jan 05:24 PM
WorldGermany arrests woman accused of spying for RussiaThe suspect 'gathered information on ... drone tests and planned deliveries to Ukraine'.21 Jan 08:38 PM
Australian OpenUkrainian player who trains under drone fire turns Australian Open loss into victoryHer father is serving in the Ukrainian military and watched from afar.20 Jan 09:37 PM
WorldAlmost half of Kyiv without heat, power, after Russian attackRussia launched 339 drones and 34 missiles at energy sites across Ukraine.20 Jan 05:58 PM
WorldEU vows 'unflinching' response to Trump's Greenland gambitGreenland's Jens-Frederik Nielsen warns even military conflict is possible.20 Jan 05:42 PM
New ZealandKiwi 'warrior' loses leg in Ukraine but stays at front line for five daysA badly injured Kiwi soldier has been awarded a Ukrainian medal for valour.18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside the 1990s Nazi war crimes probe that drew in New Zealand policeTwo Kiwi officers joined a rare worldwide hunt for suspected Nazi killers.17 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldUkraine’s robot machine gunner held off Russia for six weeksFor 45 days, Russian front-line troops were pinned back by a remote controlled weapon.16 Jan 06:07 PM
WorldRussia strikes power plant, kills four in Ukraine barrageRussia launched 25 missiles and 293 drones, killing four people.13 Jan 08:36 PM
WorldUkraine’s former commander-in-chief, envoy to Britain and maybe next presidentRetired General Valery Zaluzhny has served as ambassador to Britain since July 2024.13 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWounded Kiwi sniper carried injured brother – former SAS member – through intense rocketfire in UkraineOnce his twin was in hospital the young NZ soldier hitchhiked back to the front line. 12 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldTrump’s 2026 affordability message competes with foreign policy pushUS President has been clear he won't back down from list of foreign entanglements.11 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandInside the digital war Kiwis face when heading to Ukraine front linesRon Mark warns even innocent family posts can expose Kiwis to Russian targeting.11 Jan 04:00 PM
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 slams Western peacekeeping plan for UkraineRussia warns any Nato peacekeepers in Ukraine would be 'legitimate targets'.08 Jan 06:44 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Who holds Trump accountable?OPINION: Letter writers link Trump’s latest moves to oil, allies and global flashpoints.06 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTennis'A good decision': ASB Classic star Svitolina on mental-health breakLast time she was in Auckland she beat Caroline Wozniacki and outlasted Emma Raducanu.05 Jan 02:37 AM
WorldWhy Zelenskyy tapped military intelligence chief to run his officeUkrainian President's choice of General Kyrylo Budanov ticks several boxes.04 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldUkraine peace plan talks in Kyiv as allies meet on US-backed proposalEnvoys from 15 nations, Nato and the EU met to refine the peace framework.04 Jan 01:35 AM
WorldUkraine peace talks: Zelenskyy hosts security advisers as Russia issues warningAbout 15 nations and EU and Nato representatives will join security talks with Kyiv.03 Jan 06:40 AM
WorldLions and tigers wounded after Russia bombs Ukrainian zooMost of Feldman EcoPark's rare birds were killed when a shell hit their aviary.03 Jan 02:45 AM
WorldZelenskyy names intelligence boss Kyrylo Budanov to top aide roleBudanov, 39, is famed in Ukraine for covert strikes deep inside Russia.03 Jan 02:16 AM
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 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
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
