LiveWorldCargo ship ablaze after being hit by projectile in Strait of HormuzThe crew is evacuating and has requested assistance.11 Mar 06:47 AM
WorldMiddle East conflict wrap: 11 March 2026Donald Trump has claimed US forces have destroyed 10 Iranian mine-laying vessels after reports Iran began deploying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Video / Getty / AFPWatch11 Mar 05:58 AM
WorldKiwi seriously injured after 400m fall on Mount Fuji climbTemperatures on the mountain can plunge to around -10°C and below in March.11 Mar 05:00 AM
WorldEpstein’s Kiwi-managed ranch searched after claims victims buried onsiteThe investigation follows an email claim that two 'foreign girls' were buried there.11 Mar 04:52 AM
WorldUK hereditary peers lose voting rights after Lords reform passesThe change will remove the remaining 92 hereditary voting peers from the Lords.11 Mar 02:46 AM
WorldRubber stamp: Why Congress keeps handing Trump its power'This is a Congress without ambition,' says Republican Senator Rand Paul.11 Mar 12:00 AM
WorldUS forces strike multiple Iranian naval vesselsThe US Central Command has released footage of the military destroying multiple Iranian naval ships near the Strait of Hormuz. Video / U.S. Central CommandWatch10 Mar 11:55 PM
WorldPolice say deadly Swiss bus fire could be deliberateVideos on social media showed flames several metres high bursting out from the windows.10 Mar 11:38 PM
World'Titanic' statue of Trump and Epstein draws praise, scornIt is the third Trump-Epstein installation on Washington’s National Mall.10 Mar 10:56 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Don’t worry about it’: Nasa satellite to burn up in fall to earthNew York Times: It's impossible to predict exactly where and when any fragments might hit.10 Mar 09:55 PM
WorldPunch the monkey isn’t alone in bonding with his emotional support toyThese six orphans and misfits show how playthings help them heal.10 Mar 09:42 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: It’s Trump’s war. Americans are stuck with the various costsNew York Times: US has opened door for other nations to wage wars of choice and aggression10 Mar 09:08 PM
WorldVulnerability exposed: Gulf states' dependence on water plants shown upIran war shows where the Gulf nations can be targeted, now and in the future.10 Mar 08:30 PM
WorldDemocrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’Senate report argues US policies weakening America’s advantage over China.10 Mar 08:00 PM
WorldEarly Iran strikes cost $9.4 billion in munitions in two daysUS military rerouting assets from other parts of the world, including the Indo-Pacific.10 Mar 07:30 PM
WorldCouple who developed Covid vaccine to start new firmUgur Sahin and Ozlem Tureci will explore mRNA innovations, building on their vaccine work.10 Mar 07:07 PM
Formula 1Lawson to start eighth in Formula 1 Melbourne Grand PrixAll the action from the second day at Albert Park.07 Mar 06:21 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentRobyn Malcolm at 60: 'I don't give a s**t' about getting olderShe has no plans to ever retire, either. 06 Mar 08:00 PM
Formula 1‘A good start’: Lawson reacts to first sessions in new F1 carThe Kiwi finished 13th in each practice session, with qualifying to come on Saturday. 06 Mar 06:01 PM
New ZealandAussie tourist almost loses both legs during Philippines holidayThe woman was thrown into the water and pinned between large concrete blocks.06 Mar 07:00 AM
Lifestyle'You are not alone': Queen Camilla urges abuse survivors to end culture of silenceShe wore a 'Shame Must Change Sides' badge from survivor Gisèle Pelicot.11 Mar 02:47 AM
LifestylePrincesses Beatrice and Eugenie urged to step back amid new Epstein scrutinyThey are reportedly keen to "hold on to their royal status" despite the scandals.11 Mar 02:00 AM
WorldBritish warship leaves for Mediterranean to protect CyprusUK has deployed drone specialists, helicopters to the island, and Typhoon jets to Qatar.10 Mar 06:28 PM
EntertainmentLizzie McGuire actor Robert Carradine's ashes to be scattered at seaThe 71-year-old actor died on February 23 and had a long struggle with bipolar disorder.11 Mar 07:41 AM
LiveWorldCargo ship ablaze after being hit by projectile in Strait of HormuzThe crew is evacuating and has requested assistance.11 Mar 06:47 AM
EntertainmentInside Weinstein's life at Rikers: Assault claim, isolation and cancer diagnosisThe 73-year-old is awaiting a retrial while being held at Rikers Island jail.11 Mar 05:01 AM
WorldEpstein’s Kiwi-managed ranch searched after claims victims buried onsiteThe investigation follows an email claim that two 'foreign girls' were buried there.11 Mar 04:52 AM
WorldDemocrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’Senate report argues US policies weakening America’s advantage over China.10 Mar 08:00 PM
WorldSharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questionsIt may be linked to China’s political gathering or the upcoming Trump visit or Iran war.09 Mar 06:30 PM
New ZealandKiwis among those procuring perverted new bespoke livestreamed child sex assaultsNZ is a key 'demand side' country for predators who want to 'direct' child abuse online.09 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessOil soars 30% as US-Israel war with Iran batters Asian marketsThe war has halted Strait of Hormuz shipping, blocking a fifth of global crude.09 Mar 04:01 AM
WorldWar with Iran spreading economic damageEurope and Asia hit hard, with rising shipping costs and energy prices.08 Mar 06:16 PM
World56 Afghan civilians killed in conflict with Pakistan since last week: UNPakistan denies causing any civilian deaths in its latest airstrikes.07 Mar 01:01 AM
WorldAsia’s rich having second thoughts on Dubai as war ragesSome Asian clients are shifting funds back to Hong Kong and Singapore.10 Mar 07:00 PM
WorldIran bets on long war to wear down USAim is to make the enemy pay a price so heavy they have to give up, analysts say.10 Mar 06:51 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFear and hope for Iranians trapped between bombs and defiant rulersNY Times: Checkpoints are in place, texts come with threats, destruction is all around.10 Mar 06:30 PM
WorldBritish warship leaves for Mediterranean to protect CyprusUK has deployed drone specialists, helicopters to the island, and Typhoon jets to Qatar.10 Mar 06:28 PM
WorldThousands killed in Middle East conflict as regional toll keeps climbingIran cites more than 1200 dead and over 10,000 civilians injured in strikes.10 Mar 06:15 PM
WorldShadow battle: Israel says Iran hacked security cameras for spyingCyberattacks between Iran and Israel have been a frequent occurrence in recent years.10 Mar 06:10 PM
WorldUN warns Hormuz standstill will hit world’s most vulnerableShip movements through the Strait have plunged from 129 a day to just three.10 Mar 06:09 PM
WorldRussia committed ‘crimes against humanity’ in deporting Ukrainian children: UN inquiry10 Mar 04:53 PM
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