LiveWorldOil plunges, stocks jump as Iran declares Hormuz openIran declares the Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' for rest of the ceasefire with US.17 Apr 07:01 PM
World10-day Israel-Lebanon truce begins as Lebanese army warns of ‘violations’Lebanon’s army warned of Israeli violations and urged residents not to return.17 Apr 08:09 AM
WorldUS state makes divisive change to Pride MonthLGBTQ group Glaad says the move excludes diverse families and harms all.17 Apr 07:47 AM
WorldNine days on the run: Escaped zoo wolf Neukgu finally recapturedThe wolf, Neukgu, eluded capture for nine days after escaping on April 8.17 Apr 07:44 AM
WorldABs great Michael Jones says rugby union is losing ‘hearts and minds’ to leagueWarriors games now sell out Mt Smart Stadium while attendance at All Blacks matches lags.17 Apr 06:22 AM
WorldActing ICE chief Todd Lyons resigns, a year into Trump’s deportation campaignUnder Lyons, ICE more than doubled its workforce and detention bed capacity.17 Apr 06:06 AM
WorldHarry and Meghan meet Bondi shooting survivors on final day in AustraliaA survivor said it was an “honour” to have the couple there.17 Apr 05:17 AM
WorldBail for Australian soldier accused of war crimes in AfghanistanJudge says, if refused bail, Ben Roberts-Smith faced years behind bars awaiting trial.17 Apr 04:49 AM
WorldSinger D4vd arrested after teen's decomposing body found in TeslaDavid Anthony Burke, 21, is being held without bail in Los Angeles.17 Apr 02:43 AM
WorldPM Luxon to join 40 world leaders for Strait of Hormuz crisis talks Leaders from 40 countries, including UK and France, are set to attend.17 Apr 01:12 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldJesus memes, threats and a giant stone arch: A portrait of Trump under pressureNYT: The president knows how to divert attention, but he can't post himself out of a war.16 Apr 09:04 PM
WorldCalls for UK PM Keir Starmer to resign over ex-envoy’s failed vettingPolice are probing claims Peter Mandelson leaked sensitive files to Jeffrey Epstein.16 Apr 08:40 PM
WorldPope Leo: World is being ravaged by tyrantsThe Pope warned that billions are spent on war while healing and schools lack funds.16 Apr 07:09 PM
WorldCuba ‘ready’ for possible US attack: presidentMiguel Diaz-Canel told a Havana rally Cuba was ready for a US attack.16 Apr 06:11 PM
WorldTrump says Israel, Lebanon agree to ceasefireIsraeli strikes in Lebanon have killed more than 2000 people and displaced over a million.16 Apr 06:06 PM
OpinionMiddle East crisis exposes NZ to global fertiliser shock: Where is the plan?Gulf states now supply 36% of global urea exports, led by Iran, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.16 Apr 06:00 PM
WorldHow 14 tequila shots left a cruise line facing a US$300,000 courtroom billSanders' lawyer argued she was slurring, belligerent and over-served.16 Apr 08:14 AM
World'Totally ridiculous': Man shot in supermarket carpark over Pokemon cardsOfficers seized two pistols at the scene and detained the suspected shooter.16 Apr 04:03 AM
World'Ferocious' fire at Australia oil refinery will hit fuel supply - and pricesThe Geelong refinery supplies 10% of Australia's fuel and 50% of Victoria's.15 Apr 11:59 PM
WorldIran warns it'll block Red Sea if blockade continues; US sending thousands more troopsUS and Iran agree to return to negotiating table for second round of talks, reports say.15 Apr 10:32 PM
WorldUS sends thousands more troops to Mideast as Trump seeks to squeeze IranAbout 10,000 extra troops will join roughly 50,000 already targeting Iran.15 Apr 07:36 PM
World'I think it is quite nice!': Trump's new Jesus social media postPost comes despite significant backlash from his base after he compared himself to Jesus.15 Apr 07:08 PM
WorldIranian sea trade blocked as six ships forced to turn back, US military saysChina’s Guo Jiakun calls the US move ‘dangerous’ and a threat to the ceasefire.15 Apr 06:33 PM
AnalysisStrait of Hormuz blockade: The realities the US ignores at its perilANALYSIS: Donald Trump has ordered a blockade of the pivotal Strait of Hormuz.15 Apr 06:00 PM
WorldWheelchair user told to leave club after being called a 'fire risk'Bouncers helped Maddie Haining into a UK venue but the manager had other ideas.15 Apr 06:17 AM
WorldTrump says Iran talks may resume this week; more than 20 ships transit Strait of HormuzUS Navy permitting 'freedom of navigation' for vessels heading to neutral ports.15 Apr 02:58 AM
World'This stuff is good for me': Trump touts Diet Coke as cancer cureMedical experts view diet soft drinks as unhealthy, linking them to weight gain.15 Apr 02:41 AM
WorldKing to address Congress on US trip marking ‘shared history’: palaceCharles will be the first British monarch to address Congress since 1991.14 Apr 09:34 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘That wasn’t me’: How facial recognition led to a woman being jailed for 6 monthsWashington Post: Kimberlee Williams didn't learn for years how she came to be accused.14 Apr 08:40 PM
WorldUN chief says ‘no military solution’ for Mideast crisisCeasefire between US and Iran 'must be preserved'. 14 Apr 06:28 PM
WorldClose to 250 people feared missing after boat capsizes in Andaman Sea: UNOnly nine people, including one woman, have been rescued. 14 Apr 05:55 PM
PoliticsPolice defend $35k Aussie campaign that has brought home just two officers so far'A campaign that results in recruiting any experienced police officer is a win for us'.14 Apr 05:00 PM
World'Fighting for his life': Garfield the cat saved from tracks faces $20k billPower to the tracks was cut so officers could reach the injured cat.14 Apr 08:02 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldHe warned about the dangers of AI. If only his father had listenedNew York Times: What happens when patients start trusting chatbots over doctors?14 Apr 05:00 AM