World'It could be a problem': Trump airs doubt about Netflix acquisition of Warner BrosUS President said streamer already has 'a very large market share'.08 Dec 02:10 AM
WorldChernobyl unable to prevent radiation leak after Russian strikeInspectors warn radioactive dust could escape from the damaged shelter.08 Dec 01:27 AM
WorldEight Matisse engravings stolen from Brazil libraryTwo armed men held up a security guard and a visiting couple, police said.08 Dec 01:11 AM
WorldKiwi arrested at Sydney Airport attempting to bring $10m heroin haul into AustraliaA New Zealand national is due to appear in court today accused of importing 21kg of heroin into Australia hidden inside his luggage.Watch08 Dec 12:53 AM
WorldDozens of babies die of syphilis in Hungary as cases soar globallyAt least 40% of surviving infants face lifelong disability from the infection.07 Dec 11:42 PM
WorldFirefighter killed, homes destroyed as bushfires rip through NSW and southeast Queensland07 Dec 11:30 PM
WorldNetanyahu expects to move soon to Gaza truce second phaseIsraeli PM wants Hamas to be disarmed, and Gaza demilitarised in the next phase.07 Dec 08:37 PM
WorldStarmer refuses to rule out rejoining EU in his lifetimeThe UK Prime Minister has been openly arguing for a closer relationship with Brussels.07 Dec 08:07 PM
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WorldWoman attacked with pepper spray in ‘suitcase robbery’ at Heathrow Airport that left 21 injuredMet police say the incident is believed to involve a suitcase robbery in a lift.07 Dec 07:17 PM
WorldBangladesh begins exhuming mass grave from 2024 uprisingPolice believe the grave in Dhaka holds roughly 114 bodies.07 Dec 06:47 PM
World25 dead after fire engulfs Goa superclub in IndiaThe gas explosion erupted just after midnight at Birch by Romeo Lane.07 Dec 06:41 PM
WorldBenin government says it ‘foiled’ coup attemptPresident Patrice Talon, 67, is safe as troops say the situation is under control.07 Dec 06:41 PM
WorldDrone strikes on Sudan kindergarten, hospital kill dozens: local officialThe African Union and Unicef say the true toll likely exceeds 100 dead.07 Dec 06:29 PM
WorldRussia rapidly gains territory in Ukraine as peace talks stallTrump's peace plan asked Kyiv to hand over vast areas and limit its army.07 Dec 06:19 PM
WorldIran hangs man convicted in massive scam caseMore than 28,000 complainants came forward, with 28 people prosecuted.07 Dec 06:18 PM
PremiumPremiumCricketRanked: Test cricket’s 10 greatest left-armers (including two Kiwis)New Zealand’s Trent Boult ranks fifth, with 317 wickets before his early exit.04 Dec 07:01 PM
GolfFox outshines McIlroy to grab share of Australian Open leadRyan Fox fired a six-under 65 to be tied with Australian Elvis Smylie.04 Dec 07:47 AM
Black FernsBig stage for Whangārei as Black Ferns lock in 2026 France showdownThe Whangārei test in October 2026 is expected to draw a big crowd.04 Dec 03:00 AM
WorldMeta starts removing under-16s from social media in AustraliaFirms that fall short face fines of up to A$49.5m for each violation.04 Dec 02:17 AM
WorldStarmer refuses to rule out rejoining EU in his lifetimeThe UK Prime Minister has been openly arguing for a closer relationship with Brussels.07 Dec 08:07 PM
WorldWoman attacked with pepper spray in ‘suitcase robbery’ at Heathrow Airport that left 21 injuredMet police say the incident is believed to involve a suitcase robbery in a lift.07 Dec 07:17 PM
WorldHe set out to walk around the world. After 27 years, his quest is nearly overKarl Bushby is expected to finish his globetrotting expedition by September 2026.07 Dec 05:00 PM
EntertainmentUS pop star takes on 'evil' Trump deportation adsThe edited clip changes Sabrina Carpenter's line from 'too hot' to 'illegal'.08 Dec 01:50 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisSuperpower competition: The missing chapter in US security strategyNew York Times analysis: Document describes a country avoiding judging authoritarians.07 Dec 09:59 PM
BusinessWhy Costco is the only big retailer to challenge Trump on tariff refundsThe case hinges on whether Donald Trump misused a 1977 emergency powers law.07 Dec 09:14 PM
EntertainmentTara Reid says she feels ‘bullied and judged’ after drink probeReid says she woke in hospital after one drink with no memory of the night.07 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandNZ navy vessel patrolling East Asia waters shadowed by seven Chinese warshipsThe Royal New Zealand Navy vessel was helping enforce UN sanctions against North Korea.07 Dec 11:22 PM
WorldTokyo says Chinese jets locked radar onto its fightersJapan says Chinese J-15 jets twice locked fire-control radar near Okinawa.07 Dec 10:40 PM
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WorldSatellite images reveal major Chinese naval build-up in disputed watersMore than 100 Chinese naval and coastguard ships are now deployed in the area.06 Dec 03:02 AM
WorldFlood-hit Indonesia, Sri Lanka brace for more rainOver 800,000 Indonesians are displaced and more than 500 are still missing.04 Dec 07:46 PM
WorldFrustration in Indonesia as flood survivors await aidThe recent floods and landslides across four Asian countries have killed more than 1500.03 Dec 07:25 PM
WorldKiwi arrested at Sydney Airport attempting to bring $10m heroin haul into AustraliaWatch08 Dec 12:53 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisTrump has long disdained Europe’s elites. Now, it’s officialNew York Times: New US document reboots debate about Europe's strategic crossroads. 07 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldCan Germany stop extremism by banning a far-right party? Some want to tryUnder Germany's constitution such prohibitions are allowed to prevent a repeat of Nazism.07 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldDodging icebergs and storms on the hunt for an ocean tipping pointNY Times: A great loop of water winds through the oceans, linking changes in the climate.07 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldAnger is a defining character trait for both US parties, new study showsPew Centre research shows Democrats are at record levels of anger towards government.07 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldHe set out to walk around the world. After 27 years, his quest is nearly overKarl Bushby is expected to finish his globetrotting expedition by September 2026.07 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldDivorce remorse? British deputy PM breaks ranks on BrexitDavid Lammy's comments came amid calls within Downing Street to undo Brexit.07 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTrump struggles to persuade Americans to ignore affordability issuesPresident who often seemed to float above laws of politics confronts political reality.07 Dec 04:00 PM
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