WorldDonald Trump threatens new ‘large-scale’ sanctions on Russia'Russia is absolutely ‘pounding’ Ukraine on the battlefield right now', Trump writes.07 Mar 07:50 PM
World‘Ready for peace talks’: Zelensky seeks new US talks after Trump meetingUkraine plans talks with the US after intelligence sharing paused.05 Mar 09:12 PM
WorldChina says it is ‘ready for war’ with AmericaChina boosts defence spending by 7.2%, warns US it is prepared to 'fight until the end'.05 Mar 06:35 PM
WorldHamas to hand over bodies of four Israeli hostages in ceasefire dealIsrael will release 602 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the bodies.26 Feb 09:34 PM
WorldGrenade explosion kills two Cambodian toddlers while they played in the dirtThe 2-year-old cousins were playing when they triggered the grenade.23 Feb 06:42 AM
WorldRemains of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas identified, family confirmsHamas blamed a possible 'mix-up' for the initial misidentification of remains.22 Feb 07:46 AM
New ZealandStatue honouring WWI warhorse Dolly delayed to 2027The trust has raised $30,000 of the $300,000 for the Hastings statue.21 Feb 01:03 AM
WorldWhy Saudi Arabia hosted high-level US-Russia talks on UkraineRussian negotiators stayed at Riyadh's five-star Ritz-Carlton, while Kyiv was frozen out.20 Feb 11:00 PM
World‘14 years undone’: Syria’s dire economic outlook revealedSyria needs more than 50 years to regain pre-war economy: UN agency20 Feb 07:41 PM
World‘Be with Putin or be with peace’: Zelenskyy issues plea before key US meetingTrump called Zelenskyy a 'dictator', echoing Kremlin views and shocking Europe.19 Feb 09:42 PM
AnalysisAnalysis: What Trump’s $500b demand means for Ukraine’s futureANALYSIS: The proposed contract gives the US control over Ukraine’s resources.17 Feb 09:30 PM
WorldExplosive drone headsets sent to Russian soldiers in suspected sabotageThe goggles were donated as humanitarian aid by someone known as 'Roman'.12 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandMarkets with Madison: Wartime economyThe world is covered in conflict and investors may be too optimistic about the year ahead. Here’s what a wartime economy may look like in 2025.Watch09 Feb 06:00 PM
World‘The death bunker’: Three Israeli hostages freed in truce swap with HamasThe men were held captive in the Gaza Strip for 16 months.08 Feb 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: National’s evidence-based promises unravelOPINION: Some decisions, like cancelling ferries, defy evidence.04 Feb 04:00 PM
English Premier LeagueArsenal accused over ‘blood-stained’ sponsorshipA Democratic Republic of Congo minister asks the club's owners to end the sponsor deal.02 Feb 05:58 PM
EntertainmentWho took this famous Vietnam War photo? A controversial documentary investigatesThe film claims the Napalm Girl photo was not taken by Nick Ut. The AP and Ut deny that.26 Jan 10:51 PM
WorldPalestinian president ready to work with Trump on two-state solutionTrump's previous peace proposal involved Israel annexing parts of the West Bank.20 Jan 11:03 PM
WorldUN chief warns West Bank annexation would violate international lawAnnexation plans have been revived with Trump's return to US presidency.20 Jan 07:36 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessApple hit by Belgian probe over ‘blood minerals’ from CongoFinancial Times: Former colonial master starts probe into Apple 'blood minerals' claim.20 Jan 07:29 PM
New ZealandNCEA level 1 pass rate revealed and Ministry of Justice privacy breach | NZ Herald News UpdateFigures show how many NCEA students achieved level 1 qualification last year and the Ministry of Justice has been encouraged to check its systems following a privacy breach.Watch16 Jan 06:09 PM
WorldGaza conflict escalates with heavy casualties amid truce talksIsraeli airstrikes in Gaza City kill over 50; hospitals overwhelmed with wounded.13 Jan 08:46 PM
WorldIsrael ramps up domestic arms productionTrump's return raises questions on leverage as Israel seeks arms autonomy amidst tensions.12 Jan 08:18 PM
WorldWFP accuses Israel of firing on aid convoy in GazaWFP: Israeli forces fired on marked convoy in Gaza, endangering staff.06 Jan 06:56 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy mysterious drones over Europe are raising alarm bellsNY Times: Russia and other states are becoming brazen in adopting 'grey zone' attacks.05 Jan 08:30 PM
WorldPublishing of Nazi collaborator names divides the NetherlandsThe decision has drawn criticism from descendants of the accused and families of victims.03 Jan 09:07 PM
World‘The world’s first AI war’: Inside Israel’s controversial tactics in GazaAI-driven target bank fuels IDF's military campaign, raising civilian casualty concerns.31 Dec 07:59 PM
WorldRed Cross: Gaza hospitals ‘obliterated’ amid Israel-Hamas conflictICRC urges protection of Gaza hospitals amid Israel-Hamas conflict.30 Dec 07:48 PM
WorldGazans mourn loved ones after Israeli drone strike on humanitarian areaA drone strike the Israeli military says was targeting a 'Hamas terrorist' struck the humanitarian area of Al-Mawasi in western Khan Yunis. Video / AFPWatch23 Dec 10:12 PM
World‘Closer than ever’: Progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, says HamasHamas reports significant progress in ceasefire talks; deal could finalise this year.21 Dec 09:23 PM
New Zealand'King of the world': Former POW, NZ's oldest man celebrates 108th birthdayThe 108-year-old attributes his longevity to never smoking or drinking.14 Dec 09:25 PM
BusinessSyrian assets worth $190m frozen in SwitzerlandBut a 'hunt for Assad’s millions' does not seem to be in the offing for Swiss banks.11 Dec 08:59 PM
WorldIsrael, US see potential for hostage release deal in Gaza talksNetanyahu hints at progress in hostage talks amid protests over delays and casualties.11 Dec 07:30 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
