WorldUS Justice Department subpoenas Minnesota governor and mayorThe action focuses on whether Tim Walz and Jacob Frey impeded federal agents.17 Jan 02:29 AM
EntertainmentRonnie Wood’s son Jesse living on savings as speeding ban adds to woesJesse Wood told magistrates he survives on about $2300 a month from savings.17 Jan 01:46 AM
WorldUS air authority warns of ‘military activities’ over Mexico, Central AmericaThe advisory also covers airspace over parts of the Pacific and is in effect for 60 days.17 Jan 01:38 AM
WorldUS clamps down on Pacific visas with bans, bonds and suspended migrationFiji faces a halt on new US migration visas from January 21, but tourists can still go.17 Jan 01:35 AM
WorldTrump names Blair, Rubio to Gaza ‘board of peace’Former British PM joins despite anger over his backing for the 2003 Iraq invasion.17 Jan 01:26 AM
WorldSpanish singer Julio Iglesias says abuse allegations ‘absolutely false’Two former staff allege sexual abuse and forced labour in 2021.17 Jan 12:54 AM
WorldSouth Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdictHe also faces a separate case where prosecutors have sought the death penalty.17 Jan 12:48 AM
WorldRenee Good was shot in head and chest, new documents showHer family rejects Ice claims she tried to ram agent Jonathan Ross.16 Jan 09:25 PM
WorldNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026. US and European tensions rise as Trump threatens tariffs on opposition. Soundspalsh kicks off in Raglan this weekend.Watch16 Jan 06:54 PM
WorldMachado gave her Peace Prize to Trump. Can a Nobel be gifted?There have been a handful of occasions where a Nobel Prize medal has been sold.16 Jan 06:38 PM
WorldUkraine’s robot machine gunner held off Russia for six weeksFor 45 days, Russian front-line troops were pinned back by a remote controlled weapon.16 Jan 06:07 PM
WorldTrump threatens tariffs for countries opposing Greenland takeover Denmark continues to insist the semi-autonomous territory is not for sale.16 Jan 05:29 PM
WorldAustralia warns of floods, fires after cars washed awayOne child was injured in the deluge and airlifted to hospital from a campsite.16 Jan 07:58 AM
WorldUS strikes deal with Taiwan to cut tariffs, boost chip investmentTaiwan projects it will still produce about 80% of AI chips globally by 2036.16 Jan 06:50 AM
New ZealandLauren Dickason’s ex-husband remarries as he rebuilds life in South AfricaGraham Dickason quietly remarried in South Africa several months ago.16 Jan 06:00 AM
WorldTrump accepts Nobel medal from Venezuelan Opposition leader The US President said the move was a 'wonderful gesture of mutual respect'.16 Jan 02:54 AM
WorldGaza ceasefire enters phase two despite unresolved issues Donald Trump is to chair a new ‘Board of Peace’ overseeing the transition.16 Jan 01:47 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand vacates embassy in Iran as threat of violence escalatesHuman rights groups estimate more than 2500 people have been killed in unrest.16 Jan 01:23 AM
WorldVenezuela’s Machado says she ‘presented’ her Nobel medal to TrumpMachado says she handed Trump her Nobel medal after a White House meeting.15 Jan 11:09 PM
WorldGreenland could cost the US $1.2tNato allies are rushing troops to Nuuk to counter American claims over security.15 Jan 10:01 PM
BusinessStandalone Grok app still undresses women after X curtails access to toolX says Grok is blocked in some places, but the stand-alone app still undresses photos.15 Jan 08:51 PM
WorldSyrians flee Kurdish-controlled area near AleppoResidents fled Deir Hafer after the army set a 5pm deadline to leave.15 Jan 08:47 PM
WorldFinal death toll from Hong Kong fire put at 168The victims include 10 migrant domestic workers and one firefighter.15 Jan 08:37 PM
WorldUS says it has seized another oil tanker in CaribbeanThe Veronica has been under US sanctions since 2022 for Venezuela ties.15 Jan 08:01 PM
WorldTrump convinced 'to give Iran a chance' after threats over protest crackdownRights group Iran Human Rights says at least 3428 protesters were killed.15 Jan 07:54 PM
WorldEuropean military mission in Greenland as US aim 'remains intact'Seven European nations have joined Denmark's Nato exercise in Nuuk.15 Jan 07:41 PM
WorldHuge blast and fire in central Dutch city as buildings collapse, at least four injuredAt least four people are in hospital after the central Utrecht blast.15 Jan 07:30 PM
WorldExplosion in Dutch city of UtrechtPeople could be seen rushing down a street with shattered windows and other damage visible. Video / AFPWatch15 Jan 06:46 PM
WorldGlobal bans grow as Musk's Grok faces backlash over sexualised deepfakesThe Philippines has fully blocked Grok, joining Malaysia and Indonesia.15 Jan 06:22 PM
WorldTrump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act over Minnesota protestsICE agents have shot two people in Minneapolis in separate incidents this week.15 Jan 05:49 PM
WorldFatal back-to-back Thailand crane failures tied to same firmItalian-Thai Development faces blacklisting after two deadly crane crashes.15 Jan 05:46 PM
WorldISS astronauts splash down on Earth after first-ever medical evacuationThe four astronauts completed nearly 900 hours of experiments before leaving.15 Jan 05:39 PM
WorldHercules shrine filled with bronze statues discovered in RomeArchaeologists also revealed third century BC tombs with sarcophagi and urns.15 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIndependents reach new high as young US voters avoid labelsNew York Times: Gallup data shows 45% identify as politically independent.15 Jan 04:00 PM
