PremiumPremiumStock takesWhat Iran's fuel shock and weak dollar could mean for big listed Kiwi companiesStock Takes: Westpac flags higher inflation, rates and a weaker Kiwi dollar as risks.16 Apr 09:00 PM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift hails Dakota Johnson as one of Time's 100 most influentialSinger praises actor's 'realness', 'refreshing honesty' and empathy in an article.16 Apr 08:27 AM
Politics‘I’ll be very candid’ – Willis to tell the White House about NZ pain The Finance Minister has meetings with top US officials, plus IMF and World Bank talks.16 Apr 05:55 AM
New ZealandIs the Red Sea the world's next major trade chokepoint?The Front Page: Iran's threat to choke key shipping lanes could cripple Saudi oil exports.16 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Thursday April 16, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Pakistan tries to convince Iran to join negotiations and Australia’s Geelong oil refinery is engulfed in flames | Thursday April 16, 2026Watch16 Apr 01:30 AM
Football World Cup'For sure': Infantino confirms Iran will play at World CupThe All Whites face Iran in their World Cup opener on June 16 in Los Angeles.16 Apr 12:58 AM
WorldIran warns it'll block Red Sea if blockade continues; US sending thousands more troopsUS and Iran agree to return to negotiating table for second round of talks, reports say.15 Apr 10:32 PM
PropertyFuel cost shock: Fletcher warns plastics and insulation most exposedThe group consumes nearly 36 million litres of fuel annually Diesel makes up 94% of that.15 Apr 10:30 PM
TravelGreatest snow on earth? The hunt for Utah’s famous powder amid warmer winters Powder-rich or powder-poor? Who knows what Mother Nature will deliver. 15 Apr 07:00 PM
WorldIranian sea trade blocked as six ships forced to turn back, US military saysChina’s Guo Jiakun calls the US move ‘dangerous’ and a threat to the ceasefire.15 Apr 06:33 PM
AnalysisStrait of Hormuz blockade: The realities the US ignores at its perilANALYSIS: Donald Trump has ordered a blockade of the pivotal Strait of Hormuz.15 Apr 06:00 PM
EntertainmentBilly Ray Cyrus explains why he still backs Donald TrumpThe singer recalls his Democrat father telling him to always back the sitting President.15 Apr 07:57 AM
WorldTrump says Iran talks may resume this week; more than 20 ships transit Strait of HormuzUS Navy permitting 'freedom of navigation' for vessels heading to neutral ports.15 Apr 02:58 AM
PoliticsLuxon reassures Kiwis not to be concerned by fuel shipment departure delayDiesel stocks in New Zealand have fallen to 20.8 days in-country.15 Apr 02:25 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessIMF downgrades global economic outlook – how did NZ fare?The worst-case scenario would push the world close to a global recession.14 Apr 11:35 PM
WorldKing to address Congress on US trip marking ‘shared history’: palaceCharles will be the first British monarch to address Congress since 1991.14 Apr 09:34 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘That wasn’t me’: How facial recognition led to a woman being jailed for 6 monthsWashington Post: Kimberlee Williams didn't learn for years how she came to be accused.14 Apr 08:40 PM
WorldUN chief says ‘no military solution’ for Mideast crisisCeasefire between US and Iran 'must be preserved'. 14 Apr 06:28 PM
OpinionGreg Smith: What investors should watch nextOPINION: Energy shock risks and why upbeat KiwiSaver balances may be masking trouble.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Trump's Iran blockade could backfire at seaUS ships may seize Chinese or Russian vessels that keep trading with Iran.14 Apr 05:00 AM
WorldTwo US congressmen to quit amid sexual misconduct storm and expulsion pushThe twin exits would leave the Republicans' narrow House majority intact.14 Apr 04:27 AM
Business'Tone deaf': Kiwibank economists hit back over rival bank's OCR hike forecastKiwibank economists say hiking the OCR too soon could risk another recession.14 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisPopulist pushback: Why an election loss in Hungary is a big deal for the worldNYT analysis: The geopolitical consequences of Viktor Orban's defeat could be profound.14 Apr 03:18 AM
WorldPacific island declares state of emergency due to fuel supply risksAt least two tankers have turned around after approaching the Strait of Hormuz.14 Apr 02:00 AM
WorldHarvey Weinstein rape retrial to begin WednesdayThe retrial centres on third-degree rape allegations made by actress Jessica Mann.14 Apr 02:00 AM
BasketballKiwi basketball star gets selected in WNBA draftCharlisse Leger-Walker is on the cusp of being the second Kiwi to ever play in the WNBA.14 Apr 12:42 AM
BoxingMoney troubles mount: Mayweather faces new lawsuit over unpaid private jet billThe 49-year-old boxer faces multiple lawsuits over millions in unpaid bills.13 Apr 11:40 PM
New ZealandPolice probe woman's death on Qantas flight from US bound for AucklandQantas said crew and doctors onboard tried to save the passenger.13 Apr 10:28 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Clearly insane': Donald Trump's erratic behaviour revives mental health debateNew York Times: Trump's stability is a growing concern across the political spectrum.13 Apr 09:58 PM
EntertainmentKaty Perry denies claim that she sexually assaulted Ruby Rose in a Melbourne nightclubRuby Rose, 40, alleges the incident happened at Melbourne club Spice Market.13 Apr 09:57 PM
World‘Justice needs to be served’: US teen’s stepbrother charged with murder following cruise deathAnna Kepner's body was found under a bed in her ship's cabin by a room steward.13 Apr 09:54 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisIran blockade sets up a test of which side can endure more painNew York Times: Iranians are betting that Trump's tolerance for political pain is limited.13 Apr 08:43 PM
EntertainmentMariah Carey lists 'one-of-a-kind' New York penthouse for US$27mThe 1280sqm penthouse spans the top three floors of 18-storey building.13 Apr 06:00 AM
BusinessServices sector slumps again as PSI points to deeper contractionThe services index dropped to 46.0 in March, its third straight month of decline.13 Apr 05:58 AM
