World|UpdatedUS launches aerial offensive to reopen Strait of HormuzLow-flying jets, helicopters used to strike Iranian vessels, drones near shipping lane.20 Mar 08:05 AM
WorldAlbanese links mosque heckling to backlash over Hizb ut-Tahrir banPolice removed activist Mukhlis Mah, 33, after a scuffle in the crowd.20 Mar 04:16 AM
WorldDelta cabin crew taken to hospital after flight to Sydney hits severe turbulenceThree crew suffered minor head and shoulder injuries and were taken to hospital.20 Mar 03:19 AM
WorldCharlie Kirk told me to prevent Iran war before he died, says Trump ally who quitJoe Kent accused Donald Trump of backing a needless Iran war.19 Mar 11:46 PM
WorldHong Kong's deadliest blaze in decades kills 168The fire engulfed seven of the eight residential towers in the complex, which were undergoing renovations and covered in bamboo scaffolding, protective netting and foam boards.Watch19 Mar 10:02 PM
WorldNetanyahu says Iran decimated as Tehran warns of 'zero restraint' in energy attacksIran’s missiles caused ‘extensive damage’ at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub.19 Mar 09:07 PM
World'Only in Australia': Possum discovered among stuffed toys in airport gift shopVideo from the store shows the marsupial blending in with toy kangaroos.19 Mar 07:59 PM
WorldRussia state TV crew wounded in strike on LebanonAn RT reporter wearing a "Press" vest and his cameraman were in the middle of an on-air report when an Israeli strike happened metres behind them. Video / AFPWatch19 Mar 07:59 PM
WorldWild possum shelters with plush toys in Australian airport shopA wild possum joined stuffed furry friends in an Australian airport gift shop this week, surprising travellers in an adorable case of hide and squeak. Video / AFPWatch19 Mar 07:50 PM
WorldTrump jokes about Pearl Harbour during meeting with Japan's PMJapan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appeared visibly uncomfortable after the US President's remark about surprises.Watch19 Mar 06:45 PM
WorldWatch: Trump jokes about Pearl Harbour in front of Japanese PMThe US President praised Sanae Takaichi while reviving a jibe over Japan's Hawaii attack.19 Mar 06:37 PM
WorldIran targets Saudi Arabia oil refinery as prices surge to NZ$189 a barrelThe prices soared after Iran struck Qatar's largest gas facility.19 Mar 07:21 AM
WorldHittler v Zielinski: Tiny French town’s election goes viralMayoral rivals taken aback by global attention after first round of voting.19 Mar 04:05 AM
WorldFar North Queensland braces for 'very destructive' cyclone as window to prepare rapidly closesRainfall could reach 400mm in six hours, triggering dangerous flash flooding.19 Mar 03:02 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCould this be the end of Dubai?NYT Opinion: The desert city's image as a sleek, apolitical sanctuary is under attack.18 Mar 10:55 PM
WorldFive months after discharge a former patient is still living in a hospital roomThe hospital is going to court to try to remove the woman.18 Mar 10:42 PM
WorldTropical low and monsoon rains trigger major floods across northern AustraliaParts of Queensland logged record three-day rain totals and at least two deaths.14 Mar 05:02 AM
New ZealandKiwi driver who killed mine worker while on 'poor man's meth' wins Australia deportation fightNathan Teraki was jailed in Australia after the fatal crash in 2022. 14 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandAustralian college suspends censured NZ teacher after sex talk with students revealedOne of Morgan's questions was: 'How long would you wait to have sex with a dead girl?'13 Mar 08:00 PM
ConstructionMetroglass turnaround delayed to later this year as weak building market hits revenueA $35 million debt cut and new bank deals have left the balance sheet more robust.13 Mar 04:43 AM
EntertainmentBritish reality TV star found dead in Thai ditchCCTV shows Jordan Wright running barefoot and agitated before his death.19 Mar 09:51 PM
New Zealand'Misadventure': Coroner rules after Kiwi trampled to death by elephant on African safari Alison Taylor died alongside her British cousin in a matter of seconds.18 Mar 07:56 PM
World'Happened so fast': UK students panicked by meningitis outbreakPrime Minister Keir Starmer urged Club Chemistry visitors to seek antibiotics.18 Mar 07:19 PM
World|UpdatedUS launches aerial offensive to reopen Strait of HormuzLow-flying jets, helicopters used to strike Iranian vessels, drones near shipping lane.20 Mar 08:05 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyIran war: When NZ might send the Navy to conflict and who’s winning the battleNZ could bombard shores to clear seas but would struggle with drones, professor says.20 Mar 05:17 AM
EntertainmentThe Bachelorette canned after star’s violent video emergesPolice arrested Taylor Frankie Paul in Utah in February 2023 on multiple charges.20 Mar 04:19 AM
WorldCharlie Kirk told me to prevent Iran war before he died, says Trump ally who quitJoe Kent accused Donald Trump of backing a needless Iran war.19 Mar 11:46 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore than 70 Kiwis in overseas jails, true total unknownMany do not tell MFAT they are arrested, so the actual numbers could be much higher.16 Mar 04:00 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
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
WorldEuropean leaders rebuff Donald Trump's call to open the Strait of HormuzEuropean leaders are reluctant to join a war Trump started without consulting them. 18 Mar 09:23 PM
WorldFamily sue US ski resort claiming hot chocolate was too hotParents say the 'excessively hot' drink spilt and scalded their 5yo daughter. 18 Mar 09:09 PM
WorldWith Larijani dead, Iran must choose between negotiation and destructionAli Larijani’s killing leaves Iran’s top security council split over the war.18 Mar 07:34 PM
World'Happened so fast': UK students panicked by meningitis outbreakPrime Minister Keir Starmer urged Club Chemistry visitors to seek antibiotics.18 Mar 07:19 PM
WorldPassenger killed as cable car plunges down Swiss mountainsideThe gondola detached on the Hitlis Express route near the Trubsee station.18 Mar 07:10 PM
BusinessUS Fed raises inflation outlook over ‘uncertain’ Iran war impactThe Fed now sees its key inflation gauge at 2.7% by December 2026.18 Mar 07:07 PM
WorldSeven-year term sought for Norway princess’ son for alleged rapesOne alleged attack occurred in the crown prince couple's home basement.18 Mar 06:03 PM
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