PremiumPremiumWorldIsraeli settler attacks in West Bank hit record highNew York Times: Settlers carried out more than 750 attacks this year, UN records show.15 Aug 01:44 AM
Herald NOWIsrael cabinet meets to decide Gaza's fateHelen Clark, Former UNDP Administrator on Israel's call to take over Gaza. Video / Herald NowWatch07 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisShadows of the past loom over statehood movesNew York Times analysis: Sykes-Picot treaty divided the region into spheres of control.04 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandUS envoy arrives in Middle East, job layoffs at Weta | NZ Herald news update: August 2, 2025A US special envoy has arrived in Gaza in hopes to mediate some peace. Turmoil offer Trump's tariffs continues. Job layoffs at Weta Workshop in Wellington. PM is in Christchurch.Watch01 Aug 08:07 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat to know about recognising a Palestinian stateNY Times: Criteria have been met at a basic level, many experts on international law say.30 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldStarmer prepares to unveil plan for recognising Palestinian stateTelegraph: There is pressure from within UK Labour for recognition.29 Jul 06:12 AM
New ZealandUS and EU tensions ease and energy costs rise | NZ Herald afternoon news update: July 28, 2025Tension between the USA and the EU eases as a trade deal is made. A Greymouth High School student is charged with assault of another student. Energy prices rise. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 02:16 AM
New ZealandIsrael relentless in it's attack on Gaza, families suffer | NZ Herald News Update: July 26, 2025Israel continues it's attack on Gaza. The NZ Fire department issues a warning as house fires increase in numbers. The Polar Plunge is taking place today in Wellington.Watch25 Jul 08:06 PM
WorldRain hits NZ, Trump in Texas, more children bombed in Gaza | NZ Herald News Update: July 12, 2025The rain has well and truly arrived, slamming the Nelson Tasman area yesterday and this morning. US President Trump has landed in Texas, after the devastating floods.Watch11 Jul 08:02 PM
LifestyleQueenstown man runs length of Japan to support Palestinians'I love this stuff and I’m lucky to enjoy the pain a little bit.'01 Jun 12:24 AM
WorldMan charged with murder after two Israeli embassy staff killed in USElias Rodriguez, 30, shouted 'Free Palestine' as police arrested him.22 May 11:43 PM
WorldTerrorism offences: Irish rapper charged for displaying flag at concertVideo showing Hezbollah flag at concert surfaced online, prompting a police investigation.21 May 07:52 PM
WorldRescuers say nine killed in Israeli strike on school in GazaRescuers search for survivors in the wreckage of the UNWRA school, where civil defence authorities say an Israeli airstrike killed nine people. Video / AFPWatch07 May 02:21 AM
New ZealandHealth sector chaos, Hamas hostages to be released and speeding cameras are downThe NZ Health sector is believed to be in chaos after multiple high profile resignations. Hamas has been ordered to release more hostages and multiple speed cameras are down.Watch14 Feb 07:43 PM
New ZealandTrump says US will own Gaza StripUS President says he is committed to buying the Gaza Strip. Video / The White HouseWatch10 Feb 08:04 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
New ZealandKea Kids News: Kiwi kid protest leader keeps up the fight for his family in GazaReporter Noelle is in Auckland where every weekend for the past year, 9-year-old Ali has led protests and marches to raise awareness about his family’s plight in war-torn Gaza.Watch27 Nov 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA tale of two journeys: Divided roads highlight West Bank inequalityNY Times: Separate roads for Israelis and Palestinians highlight West Bank inequality.15 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandGaza civilians trapped, freedom camping rules & record low road toll | NZ Herald News UpdateCan kiwi bank compete with Aussie banks?, 100,000 Trapped as Israeli Tanks Advance in North Gaza, Westland freedom camping changes, and NZ's lowest-ever Labor weekend road toll.Watch28 Oct 06:42 PM
New ZealandAuckland's America's Cup Costs, Gaza Casualties, Royal Visit to Australia | NZ Herald Update 21 OctAuckland's Mayor voices concerns over America's Cup costs. Gaza sees rising casualties. King Charles visits Australia. Stay updated with key stories from around the world.Watch20 Oct 06:49 PM
WorldIsrael strike kills 73 Palestinians in northern GazaA siege around three hospitals in Gaza has tightened.20 Oct 12:43 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters harassed by protestors at NZ First ConferenceProtestors interrupted Winston Peters speech at the NZ First Party Conference this afternoon in Hamilton. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Oct 02:31 AM
WorldUN warns of Middle East 'catastrophe' as Lebanon strikes send Israelis to sheltersHezbollah rockets fired from Lebanon into northern Israel on Sunday.22 Sep 08:44 AM
WorldIsraeli forces raid Al Jazeera office in West Bank, order 45-day closureThe broadcaster said the soldiers did not provide a reason for the closure order.22 Sep 07:06 AM
WorldIsrael claims it killed senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut strikeHezbollah responds with rocket attacks after Israeli military strikes in southern Lebanon.20 Sep 07:24 PM
WorldIsrael’s clash with Hezbollah strains US effort to prevent wider warWashington’s grip on the crisis appears more tenuous than ever.20 Sep 02:58 AM
WorldWalkie-talkies explode in Lebanon day after deadly pager attack; fears of all-out-warThe blasts have put 'Israel and Hezbollah on the brink of all-out war'.18 Sep 07:16 PM
WorldExploding pagers kill 9, injure thousands in Lebanon in suspected Israeli attackThe dead include a 10yo girl who was standing next to her father.17 Sep 06:18 PM
WorldUS woman allegedly shot dead by Israeli soldiers at West Bank protestAysenur Ezgi Eygi killed during demonstrations in West Bank against Israeli settlements.07 Sep 12:20 AM
New ZealandFinancial stress and Cathedral Cove reopening | Focus Morning Bulletin September 3, 2024Young Kiwis show signs of financial resilience, East Coast iwi gather at Tūrangawaewae Marae and work gets under way to reopen Cathedral Cove.Watch02 Sep 07:32 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldGaza, Lebanon, West Bank: Why is Israel fighting so many wars?New York Times: Why Israel's wars with Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran show no end in sight.02 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandMāori King honoured, should AI run the defence force? | Focus Morning Bulletin August 31, 2024Kiingi Tūheitia continues to be honoured after his passing, mental health foundation demands answers and Israeli forces claim to have killed a Hamas commander.Watch30 Aug 08:38 PM
WorldIsraeli assault in the West Bank kills at least nineThe operation was carried out in Jenin, Tubas and Tulkarm.28 Aug 06:16 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA family flees and a mother mourns after Israeli settlers attack a Palestinian villageNYT: Palestinian man killed by rampaging settlers in Israeli-occupied West Bank.18 Aug 11:32 PM
