WorldRepublicans ‘taught a lesson’ after Democrat election clean sweepTrump let down by candidates who are ‘not Maga enough’, Republican insiders claim.05 Nov 08:45 PM
WorldHigh-stakes hearing: Supreme Court could strike down Trump's tariffsJustices held arguments testing whether the US President has authority to impose tariffs.05 Nov 07:44 PM
WorldFive takeaways as Democrats sweep elections in New Jersey, VirginiaDemocrats tried to make the election about Trump and hope that will work next year.05 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldZohran Mamdani: His meteoric rise to mayor of New YorkNew York Times: His campaign empowered a new coalition of younger voters and immigrants.05 Nov 04:29 AM
WorldZohran Mamdani addresses supporters after winning NYC mayoral raceDemocrat Zohran Mamdani defeated former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Video / PBSWatch05 Nov 03:23 AM
WorldTrump blast fails to stop Mamdani’s historic victory in New York mayoral raceResults suggest a shift in political mood as the US looks to next year’s Midterms.05 Nov 03:07 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldRetro turnout: At two million voters, it's New York highest since 1969New York Times: In the 2021 election, turnout was 23%, a modern-day low. That's changed.05 Nov 02:42 AM
WorldUS strike on alleged drug boat kills two in eastern PacificAt least 67 people have died in US maritime strikes since September.05 Nov 01:55 AM
WorldDemocrats flip Virginia in first major test of Trump's second termDemocrat Abigail Spanberger wins back the governor's mansion for her party.05 Nov 01:38 AM
Agribusiness'Close to a 16-year low': Farm loan arrears fall on high dairy and beef pricesThe Reserve Bank warns tariffs and dry weather could still threaten farm returns.04 Nov 10:56 PM
WorldUS elections: What to know about contests in four US states and why they matterFirst big elections under Trump poised to deliver signals to both sides ahead of Midterms.04 Nov 08:44 PM
WorldControversial legacy: Dick Cheney had crucial role in 'war on terror'He elevated the power of the vice-presidency, embracing aggressive anti-terrorism tactics.04 Nov 07:52 PM
WorldTrump reignites anti-Semitism row with attack on Jewish voters in NYC raceThe President has threatened to cut federal funding to New York.04 Nov 07:34 PM
WorldFurlough confusion: Some staff told they may miss back pay despite lawUpdated notices tell staff only ‘excepted’ workers will receive back pay.04 Nov 07:17 PM
WorldUS government shutdown ties record for longest in historyA record six-week closure looms as food aid for 42 million Americans stalls.04 Nov 06:19 PM
WorldDick Cheney, powerful former US vice-president under George W. Bush, dies at 84He served two terms as George W. Bush’s vice-president from 2001 to 2009.04 Nov 04:53 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump’s power faces pressure test in court and at ballot boxNew York Times: Experts say it's a test of his go-to governance style — unilateralism.04 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldMamdani’s edge has Democrats wondering if he’s a model or a flukeIf the New Yorker can make it there, can he - or a candidate like him - make it anywhere?04 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldFood aid cut amid historic US government shutdownThe shutdown could set a record at 36 days with no deal in sight.03 Nov 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldNew York, long a city of contradictions, is still turning up new onesNew York Times: The city has often set the political, cultural, financial course of the US03 Nov 04:00 PM
World'Weaponising hunger': Jeffries slams GOP over food aid lapseA federal judge ordered emergency funds to keep nutrition benefits running.02 Nov 09:02 PM
PoliticsSam Stubbs: 'InfraKiwi will keep our infrastructure Kiwi-owned'Simplicity’s new venture aims to use KiwiSaver funds to build and own NZ infrastructure. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 06:02 PM
World'Disgusting, desperate and dangerous': Kennedy heir slams Julia Fox lookFox said her pink suit costume was a statement on beauty and horror.02 Nov 05:11 PM
WorldNewsom's tactic is to give voters a chance to fight TrumpDemocrats hope California ballot will rebut the US President’s redistricting agenda.02 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldObama aids Democrats in campaign stops ahead of Wednesday elections'Let’s face it, our country and our politics are in a pretty dark place,' Obama said. 02 Nov 01:19 AM
World'You'll find out very soon': Trump fuels concern over nuclear test planUN chief Antonio Guterres warned any nuclear testing 'can never be permitted'.31 Oct 09:47 PM
WorldUS shutdown deepens as food aid, health programmes near collapseAirports in New York face delays of more than three hours as staff shortages bite.31 Oct 08:51 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe East Wing is gone. Here’s why it’s been called ‘the heart’ of the United StatesWashington Post: Home of the first lady’s office has been the source of quiet influence.31 Oct 07:00 PM
WorldTrump orders US resumption of nuclear weapons testing 'immediately'The announcement came minutes before Donald Trump's summit with Xi Jinping.30 Oct 02:03 AM
BusinessDivided US Fed backs second quarter-point rate cut of 2025The bank's governor pushed for a bigger cut, while another policymaker wanted none at all.29 Oct 06:58 PM
WorldCiting autopen use, House Republicans find Biden actions ‘illegitimate’GOP majority on committee calls for further investigation into the Biden administration.29 Oct 03:57 AM
EnergyUS strikes drug boats but lets ‘shadow tankers’ sail onChevron holds a rare licence to pump, supplying up to a third of Venezuela’s oil.29 Oct 03:23 AM
WorldWorld leaders wooing Trump turn to a common present - golf clubsAt least eight countries have given the US President golf clubs in his second term.28 Oct 11:48 PM
WorldHouse Speaker downplays Trump third-term talkTrump, 79, has mused about a third term, even though it's constitutionally prohibited.28 Oct 07:28 PM
