WorldBizzare video of students enduring hazing ritualStudents from the University of Iowa are shown being subjected to a strange hazing ritual. Video / UI PoliceWatch19 Feb 04:04 AM
Paralympics'Sport is not separate from politics': Ukrainian Kiwis condemn Paralympics' Russia moveSix Russians and four Belarusians can compete with flags and anthems.19 Feb 04:00 AM
PremiumWorldWhat to know about the deadly Sierra Nevada avalancheNew York Times: Forecasters issued avalanche warnings for the mountain region in the US.19 Feb 03:36 AM
WorldJail, disgrace and death: The dark fates of South Korean leadersPast presidents have faced charges from corruption and treason to martial law abuses.19 Feb 03:08 AM
WorldUni dropout stabs family after graduation lieThe attack happened on the evening before the graduation ceremony.19 Feb 02:38 AM
WorldThere’s a 90% chance of war against Islamic Republic in coming weeks – Washington source'The boss is getting fed-up,' a source within the US Administration told Axios.19 Feb 12:29 AM
WorldSewage leak becomes stinker of a Washington political fightA burst pipe sent hundreds of millions of litres of waste into the Potomac River.18 Feb 11:35 PM
WorldDemocratic-led cities move to block ICE, setting up clash with TrumpThe policies could see ICE agents restricted, monitored and prosecuted for crimes.18 Feb 11:17 PM
WorldBBC argues Trump failed to prove defamationThe BBC says Donald Trump has not shown that the edited speech harmed his reputation.18 Feb 10:33 PM
WorldAs Israel takes steps to claim land in West Bank, US stands byExperts say the moves to expand control may lead to seizure of territory.18 Feb 09:53 PM
WorldEight skiers found dead as search continues after California avalancheThe avalanche struck a 15-strong guided backcountry group near Truckee.18 Feb 09:12 PM
WorldZuckerberg admits Meta was slow to tackle under-13s on InstagramTestifying in a US child addiction trial, Meta’s chief says age checks lagged18 Feb 09:03 PM
WorldTen skiers missing after avalanche on California mountainTen people remain unaccounted for after the off-piste tour group was hit.18 Feb 08:49 PM
WorldTrump ally calls Danish PM ‘little lady’ in foul-mouthed Greenland rant‘When you’re done, the meeting can continue’, Mette Frederiksen reportedly responded.18 Feb 08:21 PM
WorldUkraine peace talks end in acrimony after two hoursMilitary negotiators say they are close to a plan to monitor any ceasefire.18 Feb 07:53 PM
WorldU2 slam ICE, Putin in new 'Days of Ash' EPThe EP of protest songs comes before a full-length album later this year, the band says.18 Feb 07:44 PM
LeagueKiwis cleared to play State of Origin as eligibility rules are overhauledAuckland will host a State of Origin game for the first time in 2027.15 Feb 09:09 PM
New ZealandDriver’s ‘genius’ roundabout hack to beat traffic divides opinion onlineA man’s traffic trick has sparked outrage online, with viewers split over his roundabout manoeuvre. Video \ Instagram/@zaneammarWatch15 Feb 07:41 PM
New Zealand'Persistently abhorrent' family violence blocks man's return to his family in AustraliaThe man has a history of violence against women on both sides of the Tasman Sea.15 Feb 05:30 AM
WorldAustralia unveils initial $4.5b for new nuclear submarines facilityThe Aukus pact deal could cost Canberra up to $390b over the next 30 years.15 Feb 04:28 AM
WorldBBC argues Trump failed to prove defamationThe BBC says Donald Trump has not shown that the edited speech harmed his reputation.18 Feb 10:33 PM
WorldOpponents of UK passport changes claim the move is a ‘money-grab’Dual nationals to be barred from entering UK without British passport from next week.18 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldPolice 'assessing' claims UK flights trafficked Epstein victimsAlmost 90 flights linked to the US financier arrived at and departed from UK airports.17 Feb 07:32 PM
WorldBizzare video of students enduring hazing ritualStudents from the University of Iowa are shown being subjected to a strange hazing ritual. Video / UI PoliceWatch19 Feb 04:04 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldDonald J. Trump International Airport? His company trademarked itNew York Times: The Trump brand may now have yet another landing spot - US airports.19 Feb 01:42 AM
WorldWhy the Pope is staying off Trump’s Gaza peace boardVatican’s top diplomat says the United Nations should be managing global crises.19 Feb 01:32 AM
WorldDemocratic-led cities move to block ICE, setting up clash with TrumpThe policies could see ICE agents restricted, monitored and prosecuted for crimes.18 Feb 11:17 PM
WorldAbandoned baby monkey wins fans after bonding with soft toyZookeepers in Japan cared for Punch after his mother left him soon after birth.18 Feb 02:46 AM
New ZealandStop horsing around: What to expect in the Year of the HorseThe rare Fire Horse year has arrived, appearing only once every 60 years.16 Feb 11:45 PM
WorldAndrew is not above the law, says chief prosecutorPolice are probing claims former prince leaked trade secrets to Jeffrey Epstein.15 Feb 11:28 PM
WorldChina’s ski slopes pull big crowds as Japan tensions run highChinese opt to stay at home, hitting domestic slopes in the country's northeast.15 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIt’s personal: How Trump sees the rest of the worldNew York Times: What the US President has said about other countries and leaders.15 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldRevealed: Andrew and Epstein planned secret business in ChinaEmails show Andrew planned a Beijing firm with Epstein after his 2008 conviction.13 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldMum of climber who was allegedly ‘left to freeze to death’ by boyfriend claims he’s not to blameBoyfriend Thomas Plamberger now faces a manslaughter trial.18 Feb 07:12 PM
WorldUS wants organised crime gangs to form Gaza police forceSenior US and European commanders warn the strategy risks fresh violence.18 Feb 06:46 PM
WorldEnvironmental groups sue Trump administration over dismantled climate ruleGroups from the American Lung Association to the Sierra Club have joined.18 Feb 05:19 PM
World‘Utterly absurd’: Kosovo ex-president denies war crimes as trial closesThaci faces war crimes and crimes against humanity charges from the 1998-1999 war.18 Feb 05:09 PM
World'Pay or he dies': More Egyptians risk Mediterranean crossing'Half of our young people are now considering illegal migration,' a villager says.18 Feb 05:00 PM
WorldUS offers more details on claim China conducted secret nuclear weapons testRemarks by a top US official appeared to be aimed at dispelling scepticism of the claims. 18 Feb 05:00 PM
WorldOpponents of UK passport changes claim the move is a ‘money-grab’Dual nationals to be barred from entering UK without British passport from next week.18 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumWorldGOP congressman who says he supports dogs over Muslims faces calls to resign18 Feb 02:04 AM
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