WorldCrowds gather in Iran after authorities urge nationwide ralliesA near-total internet blackout has made independent reporting from Iran rare.17 Mar 07:39 PM
WorldLarijani's death is more significant than that of Supreme LeaderAli Larijani was seen as Iran's de facto leader since June last year.17 Mar 07:22 PM
WorldIran's security chief killed in strike, Israel saysIsrael says Ali Larijani was the 'effective leader' of Iran's regime.17 Mar 05:08 PM
New Zealand'We need to be really measured and calm': Fuel chief moves to ease shortage fearsChannel Infrastructure has 300 million litres of fuel stored at Marsden Point.17 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldOvernight attacks in Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah conflict intensifiesImages show large-scale damage to several buildings in Beirut.17 Mar 08:09 AM
EntertainmentSean Penn skips Oscars despite winning award to visit Zelenskyy in Kyiv amid warAFP reported the actor was 'planning to go to the front' in eastern Ukraine.16 Mar 10:47 PM
WorldAfghanistan accuses Pakistan of deadly airstrike on drug rehab centre in KabulPakistan insists it struck only Afghan military and 'terrorist' sites in the city.16 Mar 08:27 PM
World'Not Nato's war': German chancellor responds to Trump's Strait of Hormuz demandMerz said the US and Israel 'did not consult us prior to this war'.16 Mar 07:56 PM
WorldIran's new Supreme Leader escaped death by seconds, leaked audio revealsLeaked audio from protocol chief Mazaher Hosseini details the missile hits.16 Mar 07:51 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Sharp swings in fuel prices and share prices fallingNZ Herald Morning News Update | Sharp swings in fuel prices, share prices falling and a smoother process for venues to serve alcohol.Watch16 Mar 06:13 PM
WorldTrump urges allies to secure Hormuz as Europe shuns Nato role in Gulf warEuropean allies, including Britain and France, are resisting a Nato role.16 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'When will this stop?': Drivers planning cutbacks as fuel continues to soarPetrol has risen by up to 50c a litre, adding about $23 to fill an average car.16 Mar 03:51 AM
Ryan Bridge TODAYDo you feel like you're being swindled by fuel companies? | Ryan Bridge TODAYThe Front Page podcast host Chelsea Daniels and real estate agent Rawdon Christie debate the big issues of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch15 Mar 07:39 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYUS hopes of rate cut dashed as Iran conflict continues to disrupt markets | Ryan Bridge TODAYForsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis joins Herald NOW for a look at the week ahead in the markets. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch15 Mar 06:56 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYThe Strait of Hormuz explained: can the US take control? | Ryan Bridge TODAYWhat does it take to control the narrow shipping channel on Iran's coast? Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch15 Mar 06:43 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHow close are we to WWIII? Intelligence expert weighs in | Ryan Bridge TODAYProfessor Anthony Glees warns governments must either send troops to the Middle East, or risk serious economic fallout. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch15 Mar 06:24 PM
WorldIranian Revolutionary Guards vow to 'pursue and kill' Israeli PM'If this child-killing criminal is alive, we will continue to pursue and kill him.'15 Mar 07:18 AM
New ZealandNo need to panic-buy: Minister moves to calm fuel-shortage fearsNicola Willis says New Zealand still has about 50 days of fuel supply.15 Mar 06:00 AM
WorldAI fakes about Iran war swirl on X despite policy crackdownAI videos included captured US troops on their knees, and a destroyed US Navy fleet.15 Mar 03:52 AM
New ZealandGull petrol stations run dry again as fuel prices surge past $3 a litreSome Gull sites in West Auckland have put up 'no fuel' signs after queues.15 Mar 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldRow erupts over fundraising email featuring Trump in wartime roleNYT: 'Donald Trump is fundraising off of dead soldiers,' California governor's office says15 Mar 01:12 AM
WorldTrump seeks global backing to secure vital Gulf oil routeOil prices have jumped 40% as Iran chokes the Strait of Hormuz and hits Gulf sites.15 Mar 01:02 AM
Formula 1F1 races in Bahrain, Saudi cancelled due to Iran warThe April Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix will not be replaced.15 Mar 12:37 AM
New Zealand'People change it to be annoying': Gaspy users accuse 'spies' of fake fuel pricesThe Commerce Commission has urged drivers to use Gaspy to find the cheapest fuel.15 Mar 12:06 AM
WorldTrump urged uprising, but as bombs fall, Iranians are ‘too scared to move’'Parts of Tehran are totally flattened. For what?' asked one Iranian expat in Dubai.14 Mar 10:18 PM
BusinessTrump warned of 'biblical disaster' if he trades in oil to push down priceUS Interior Secretary Doug Burgum says oil-market intervention is on the table.14 Mar 08:31 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS war alliance with Israel is reshaping the Middle EastNew York Times: Past US administrations avoided fighting with Israel as a wartime ally.14 Mar 05:00 PM
WorldUS steps up Iran bombing as Trump warns tankers will soon get Navy escortsBrent crude prices have jumped more than 42% and stayed above US$100 a barrel.14 Mar 12:54 AM
WorldNo damage to crucial Kharg Island oil infrastructure after US bombardment - Iranian mediaTrump had threatened to target the island if Iran continued to block the Strait of Hormuz.14 Mar 12:54 AM
WorldTrump claims 'most powerful bombing raid' hit Iranian oil export hubKharg Island handles about 90% of Iran's crude oil exports.14 Mar 12:46 AM
Formula 1F1 to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races over conflict in Middle EastThe gap between grands prix would stretch from March 29 to May 3.13 Mar 11:31 PM
WorldSix killed after US refuelling aircraft crashes in western IraqIt brings the number of US troops killed in operations against Iran to at least 13.13 Mar 07:53 PM
WorldNetanyahu ‘not certain’ Iranians will bring down regimeIsraeli PM warned Lebanese government to disarm Hezbollah or Israel would do it itself.13 Mar 08:02 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesIran war: One Royal NZ Air Force Hercules returning home after Middle East alertNot enough demand from Kiwis to leave war zones, NZDF says.13 Mar 07:36 AM
