WorldFrench ex-senator found guilty of drugging lawmakerJoel Guerriau was jailed for drugging MP with ecstasy with intent to sexually assault her.27 Jan 10:23 PM
AnalysisThis is a prove-it moment for US gun rights activistsAnalysis: Shooting of Alex Pretti has raised fresh questions about US Second Amendment.27 Jan 10:09 PM
WorldBrothers raped victims lured with trips, party invites, US prosecutors sayTwo of the Alexander siblings were successful real estate brokers in New York and Miami.27 Jan 09:29 PM
WorldVideo shows faulty ceiling at Swiss bar weeks before deadly fireStaff had warned of sagging foam panels in the bar in mid-December.27 Jan 09:14 PM
WorldUS population growth slowed last year as net immigration fell by about halfUS population grew by 1.8 million, or 0.5%, between July 2024 and June 2025, census shows.27 Jan 09:04 PM
World'Too late': Properties lost, residents ordered to leave as bushfires rage in Victoria27 Jan 08:45 PM
World'Lawless killings in cold blood': US sued over deadly missile strike on alleged drug boatUS faces wrongful death lawsuit over strike which killed two Trinidadian men.27 Jan 08:14 PM
WorldUS monster storm kills 30More than 540,000 homes and businesses remain without electricity.27 Jan 07:59 PM
BusinessTikTok settles hours before landmark social media addiction trialThe case alleges a Californian woman's social media use from age six caused harm.27 Jan 07:56 PM
WorldEx-Opec president accused of enjoying 'life of luxury' from bribes at UK trialFormer Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke faces corruption trial in London.27 Jan 07:21 PM
WorldTrump will send Ice agents to Winter Olympics in ItalyProtests grew after agents shot dead two civilians in Minneapolis.27 Jan 07:15 PM
World'Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight, a year into Trump termThe Bulletin set the clock to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest ever.27 Jan 05:03 PM
WorldIraqi spy chief warns of growing threat from IsisHamid al-Shatri said he sees dramatic growth in the number of Isis militants in Syria.27 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA winter lull in Ukraine fighting? Not in the age of drone warfareNew York Times: Tanks used to dominate, now heavy armour struggles to move in any season.27 Jan 05:00 PM
WorldMinneapolis shootings underscore how Homeland Security has changedKristi Noem characterises the mass deportation campaign as a matter of public safety.27 Jan 05:00 PM
WorldAfter UK’s pubs U-turn, hotels and cafes warn of tax ‘nightmare’When his food chain Salad Project proved a hit, Florian de Chezelles had ambitious plans.27 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldChina's mysterious manoeuvres: Thousands of fishing boats form vast sea barriersNew York Times: Experts say it suggests the country is strengthening its maritime militia.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandViolent 501 deportee preyed on women in emergency housingHoani McIlroy has been jailed for crimes described as gratuitous, callous and degrading.21 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat Australia's new hate laws mean for NZ's free speech debateRace Relations Commissioner Dr Melissa Derby is with us to talk about how to tackle this growing issue.Watch21 Jan 03:55 AM
WorldAre global shark attacks on the rise, and where do most cases occur?After a number of attacks in Australia, we look at the data across the globe.20 Jan 10:00 PM
EntertainmentMusic industry rocked by death of founding member of Midnight OilThe 70-year-old drummer died after nearly three years with pancreatic cancer.20 Jan 07:41 PM
WorldChina hacked Downing Street phones for yearsUS intelligence says the campaign may still be active, risking Sir Keir Starmer’s team.27 Jan 08:48 PM
WorldAfter UK’s pubs U-turn, hotels and cafes warn of tax ‘nightmare’When his food chain Salad Project proved a hit, Florian de Chezelles had ambitious plans.27 Jan 05:00 PM
Travel'We’re here to experience life': Eli Matthewson on why he left New ZealandThe Kiwi comedian has traded life in Auckland for a new start in London. Here's why.27 Jan 12:00 AM
TechnologyDid TikTok stifle political posts about Ice shooting?One TikTok user with 35,700 followers says her critical Ice videos got zero views.27 Jan 10:19 PM
WorldUS population growth slowed last year as net immigration fell by about halfUS population grew by 1.8 million, or 0.5%, between July 2024 and June 2025, census shows.27 Jan 09:04 PM
WorldChina hacked Downing Street phones for yearsUS intelligence says the campaign may still be active, risking Sir Keir Starmer’s team.27 Jan 08:48 PM
WorldPerson in critical condition after Arizona shooting involving US Border PatrolThe person was taken by helicopter to a trauma centre, officials said.27 Jan 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldChina's mysterious manoeuvres: Thousands of fishing boats form vast sea barriersNew York Times: Experts say it suggests the country is strengthening its maritime militia.27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldAmid botched procedures, China is cracking down on cosmetic surgeryChina’s cosmetic market is about $72b, second only to the US.27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldInside: China fires top general in purge of senior military commandGeneral Zhang Youxia was China’s most senior military official below President Xi Jinping.25 Jan 09:24 PM
New ZealandFinding their place: Migrant stories show a changing Hawke's BayNearly 18% of Hawke's Bay residents were born overseas, Census data shows.25 Jan 12:00 AM
CrimePermanent suppression for company director who used meth, child abuse material to destressThe successful businessman ran companies in New Zealand and abroad prior to his arrest.24 Jan 05:00 AM
Travel newsFine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in VietnamConsumer NZ warns separate domestic and international bookings can leave gaps in cover. 23 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS shootings create dilemmas for conservativesNew York Times: Gun rights, states' rights and limited use of federal power in spotlight.27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldAmid botched procedures, China is cracking down on cosmetic surgeryChina’s cosmetic market is about $72b, second only to the US.27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldEU, India agree 'mother of all' trade dealsThe EU has eyed India as an important market for the future.27 Jan 08:19 AM
WorldCornish sanctuary’s mirror trick helps elderly alpaca feel less aloneLonely alpaca Giovanni now spends his days gazing into donated mirrors.27 Jan 07:00 AM
WorldBaby flung on to busy road from moving car as police probe viral videoThe video, filmed on January 20, shows drivers swerving to avoid the baby.27 Jan 06:36 AM
World‘Not what she’d want’: Parents of K’gari backpacker oppose dingo cull after daughter’s deathPreliminary autopsy findings show Piper James most likely drowned on K'gari.27 Jan 06:23 AM
WorldWestern Australia teacher pleads guilty to 15 child sex abuse chargesPolice allege the woman gave birth to a baby fathered by the teenage victim. 27 Jan 05:24 AM
WorldMan charged after homemade explosive device thrown into crowd at Perth Invasion Day rally27 Jan 04:24 AM
PremiumWorldWhite House wobbles: Distancing Trump from initial response to Minnesota killing27 Jan 12:27 AM
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