WorldIran-Israel conflict casualties: Death tolls rise across Middle EastAt least 3220 people have been killed in Iran, including 210 children.22 Mar 05:07 AM
WorldTrump gives Iran 48 hours to open Hormuz as Tehran strikes IsraelTwo missiles slipped through Israel’s defence systems, hitting Arad and Dimona.22 Mar 02:06 AM
WorldRecords shattered as US heatwave moves eastwardSome areas have seen big swings in temperatures in only a few days.22 Mar 12:08 AM
WorldIran war: Trump signals US may leave allies to manage falloutUS President says allies dragging their feet about joining a war he started without them.21 Mar 11:39 PM
WorldTrump threatens to deploy ICE to airports as staff shortages drive delaysSpring break travel in the US is coinciding with a month-long funding standoff.21 Mar 10:03 PM
New ZealandGaspy moves to tighten fuel-cost reporting amid petrol price panicThe cost of premium petrol has hit $4 a litre for the first time in parts of Auckland.21 Mar 09:04 PM
World'Good, I'm glad he's dead': Trump celebrates death of former FBI bossDonald Trump wrote on Truth Social: 'He can no longer hurt innocent people!'21 Mar 06:55 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisIsrael and the US are starting to show their different priorities in IranNew York Times: After three weeks of war, the military allies' paths are diverging.21 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump friend asked ICE to detain the mother of his childNew York Times: Amanda Ungaro was placed in ICE custody and ultimately deported.21 Mar 04:00 PM
World‘It will be a bloody battle’: Kharg Island invasion would be very risky – military experts The island handles over 90% of Iran's crude oil exports and is heavily fortified.21 Mar 05:07 AM
WorldRecord-breaking heat wave grips western USFour desert sites on the California-Arizona border hit a March record of 44.4C.21 Mar 04:38 AM
WorldElon Musk found liable for misleading Twitter shareholders in US trialMusk's lawyers say their client will appeal the decision reached by the Federal jury.21 Mar 03:57 AM
WorldTrump plans commando raids to seize Iranian nuclear materialsUS officials were reportedly looking at options for securing or extracting the material.21 Mar 03:08 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailKiwi beauty brand Essano plots big US comeback with digital-first pushAll Essano products will continue to be manufactured in South Auckland.21 Mar 02:00 AM
WorldTrump says he is considering ‘winding down’ Iran war but rules out ceasefireNew leader Mojtaba Khamenei claims Iran has struck a ‘dizzying blow’ to its enemies.21 Mar 01:50 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingZuru sues US Govt over Trump tariffs, chases huge refund payoutZuru joins legal stampede seeking repayment of billions in unlawful tariffs.20 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldUS launches aerial offensive to reopen Strait of HormuzLow-flying jets, helicopters used to strike Iranian vessels, drones near shipping lane.20 Mar 08:05 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyIran war: What NZ could do in conflict and who’s winning the battleNZ could bombard shores to clear seas but would struggle with drones, professor says.20 Mar 05:17 AM
EntertainmentThe Bachelorette canned after star’s violent video emergesPolice arrested Taylor Frankie Paul in Utah in February 2023 on multiple charges.20 Mar 04:19 AM
WorldCharlie Kirk told me to prevent Iran war before he died, says Trump ally who quitJoe Kent accused Donald Trump of backing a needless Iran war.19 Mar 11:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWe study mass shooters. Something terrifying is happening onlineNYT Opinion: Teens in crisis don’t need to seek out dark material. It finds them. 19 Mar 09:28 PM
WorldNetanyahu says Iran decimated as Tehran warns of 'zero restraint' in energy attacksIran’s missiles caused ‘extensive damage’ at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub.19 Mar 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyMcDonald’s wins approval for 24/7 Auckland outlet near schoolLand beside railway line owned by Tram Lease, associated with $720m Richlist family.19 Mar 08:37 PM
TravelAsh Jurberg: I’m not skipping US travel in 2026. Here’s why you shouldn’t eitherOPINION: 'I travel to countries with governments I disagree with. Everyone does.'19 Mar 06:00 PM
WorldIran targets Saudi Arabia oil refinery as prices surge to NZ$189 a barrelThe prices soared after Iran struck Qatar's largest gas facility.19 Mar 07:21 AM
Entertainment'Who is this?': Kevin Hart roasts his own wax statueFans joked the figure looked more like 'Devin Hart' and 'Kevin The Weeknd'.19 Mar 05:47 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: Willis hints at who'll get targeted fuel support – and who'll miss outANALYSIS: Nicola Willis has made her focus for support clear.19 Mar 03:30 AM
PoliticsGovt preparing NZ for 'worst-case scenario' amid war, fuel prices to rise furtherChristopher Luxon said things could get worse before they get better.19 Mar 01:20 AM
WorldFive months after discharge a former patient is still living in a hospital roomThe hospital is going to court to try to remove the woman.18 Mar 10:42 PM
WorldEuropean leaders rebuff Donald Trump's call to open the Strait of HormuzEuropean leaders are reluctant to join a war Trump started without consulting them. 18 Mar 09:23 PM
WorldFamily sue US ski resort claiming hot chocolate was too hotParents say the 'excessively hot' drink spilt and scalded their 5yo daughter. 18 Mar 09:09 PM
WorldWith Larijani dead, Iran must choose between negotiation and destructionAli Larijani’s killing leaves Iran’s top security council split over the war.18 Mar 07:34 PM
BusinessUS Fed raises inflation outlook over ‘uncertain’ Iran war impactThe Fed now sees its key inflation gauge at 2.7% by December 2026.18 Mar 07:07 PM
LifestyleNetflix 'done' with Harry and Meghan after 'lacklustre' ratingsNetflix employees were reportedly left with millions of dollars of Meghan's products.18 Mar 07:20 AM