Latest from Afghanistan
‘The Bomb Lady’ and the forerunner of the ‘bunker-buster’ used in Iran
Anh Duong was key in developing the explosives used.
'Explosive-laden vehicle': 16 soldiers killed, dozens injured in Pakistan suicide attack
The explosion caused two house roofs to collapse, injuring six children.
Spectators ejected from ODI after Pakistan cricketers allege verbal abuse
Spectators were hurling insults at the Pakistani players.
'Splits us into two': Willie Apiata hands over Victoria Cross over entitlements issue
He gifted his medal to Veterans Affairs minister Chris Penk in the hope of a law change.
Editorial: Boycotting Afghanistan cricket plays into Taliban’s world view
OPINION: Would a boycott of Afghanistan cricket achieve anything?
Why international human rights group wants the Black Caps to boycott Afghanistan
The Black Caps play the Afghans in 2026 but a human rights group wants the series stopped.
US reportedly mulls travel restrictions affecting 43 countries
Citizens from 11 countries, including Iran and Syria, face a complete travel ban.
Militants attack train in Pakistan, three dead, 100 hostages freed
Militants attacked a train in Balochistan, killing three and seizing hostages.
Editorial: Should the Black Caps boycott Afghanistan? How to send a stronger message
OPINION: NZ cricket bosses say Afghanistan's leaders would want them to ban play.
Why Black Caps continue to play country run by ‘terrorist’ regime
NZ cricket bosses say Afghanistan's leaders would want them to ban play.
Red tape ties up memorial for slain veteran
They shall grow not old and age shall not weary them – but no one escapes bureaucracy.
Munich car ramming by Afghan asylum seeker injures 28
A Mini Cooper rammed into a trade unionist demonstration in Germany.
Chris Rattue: How Ireland continue to benefit from NZ Rugby's mistake
OPINION: Where would Ireland be without their Kiwi connection?
How America created the enemy it feared most
New York Times: Why the US lost hearts and minds in Afghanistan's Waygal Valley
'Particularly unfair': NZSAS soldier’s compo taxed higher because he was hurt offshore
Veterans left paying more tax if they were injured in disaster and war zones.
Desperation in Kabul: 35,000 women face education ban
UN warns ban could lead to 'unnecessary suffering, illness, and possibly deaths.'
Black Caps v Afghanistan: Test called off due to weather without a ball bowled
It's just the eighth time in history a test has been called off in that fashion.
Black Caps v Afghanistan: Day four abandoned after overnight rain
All four days have been abandoned without a ball bowled.
Teen refugee returns to ref at Aims Games
Samana and her family fled Afghanistan and arrived in New Zealand in 2021.
Black Caps v Afghanistan: Day three abandoned as more rain falls
It has now been three days without any chance of play.
Black Caps v Afghanistan: Second day lost to wet outfield
Not a single ball was bowled on day two in Greater Noida, India.
Black Caps vs Afghanistan, day one: Wet outfield ruins play on day one
All the action from day one in Greater Noida, India.
Sri Lankan spin bowling legend joins Black Caps coaching staff
The seasoned pair of Rangana Herath and Vikram Rathou will bring local expertise.
'I live at home like a prisoner': New Taliban law bans women's voices in public
New York Times: The sound of a woman’s voice outside the home has been outlawed.
‘Emboldened’ Taliban bans Afghan women from looking at men
A new edict also forbids talking too loudly, singing or reading the Koran in public.
Taliban sacks hundreds of soldiers because they can’t grow beards
The militant group has also destroyed thousands of musical instruments in Afghanistan.
Taylor Swift terror suspect 'wanted to kill a large crowd'
The pop star's Vienna shows were cancelled after a foiled terrorist plot.