World'Take our children': Taliban block evacuees at airportThousands desperate to leave Afghanistan await their chance amid confusion.19 Aug 11:59 PM
WorldTaliban block evacuees at airport, shoot at crowd - reportsThe jihadi group has previously said it would allow safe passage for evacuees.19 Aug 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWith Afghan collapse, Moscow takes charge in Central AsiaNew York Times: Pakistan, China and Russia gained broad influence in security matters.19 Aug 10:23 PM
New ZealandOpinion | As the Taliban's grip on Afghanistan tightens, New Zealand must commit to taking more refugeesOpinion: It is government's responsibility to help those who once helped our efforts.19 Aug 08:59 PM
WorldAllies embraced Biden. Did Kabul lay bare 'great illusion'US President's decision to get out of Afghanistan put an end to Europe's adulation of him.19 Aug 07:49 PM
WorldTaliban hunting Western aidesUN document reveals Taliban fighters are threatening to take family members hostage.19 Aug 07:14 PM
World'So predictable': Ignored warnings led to chaotic Afghanistan evacuationUS officials estimate that as many as 10,000 Americans remain in Afghanistan.19 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldTaliban laughing about idea of 'women politicians' goes viralThe jihadi group has promised to uphold women's rights.19 Aug 05:14 AM
New ZealandNo extra Afghan refugees, says NZNZ will not accept more Afghan refugees following a meeting of immigration ministers.19 Aug 04:41 AM
WorldTaliban kill protesters who dared to take down their flagOne person was killed, fuelling fears of further tyranny from the militants.19 Aug 04:28 AM
New ZealandMercy dash to Kabul: NZ military plane leaves for evacuation missionNZDF would not confirm whether any special forces operatives were on board.19 Aug 12:03 AM
New ZealandKiwi soldiers shock: Taliban topples statue outside old NZ baseBamiyan falls to Taliban: "It's gut-wrenching to see".18 Aug 11:00 PM
World'Pool of blood, loved ones around her': Taliban kill woman for not wearing burqaThe Taliban said it would honour women's rights. A day later they murdered a woman.18 Aug 08:23 PM
TravelControversial 9/11 museum's secret drama unearthed by filmUnhappy museum officials have objected and sought changes to the film.18 Aug 08:22 PM
World'Power to you': Kiwi female journalist's brave questions at Taliban conferenceCharlotte Bellis is a NZ-born journalist who has been reporting on the ground from Kabul.18 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFor Afghan women, Taliban stir fears of return to a repressive pastNew York Times: Afghan women try to assess what will befall them as Taliban take control.18 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandThe fall of Kabul: Who is NZ leaving behind?"I am shocked the NZ Government will not help me," says interpreter fearing for his life.18 Aug 04:00 AM
WorldTaliban allowing 'safe passage' out of Afghanistan - US officialsIt appears Afghanistan's new rulers plan not to disrupt the evacuation.18 Aug 02:47 AM
WorldTaliban's whopping $2.3 billion to fund warChilling predictions the Taliban could soon be set to come into even more money.17 Aug 10:49 PM
New ZealandSupreme Court Justice calls on Govt to provide safe passage for female Afghan judgesFemale judges are receiving calls from the Taliban threatening 'where will you hide now?'17 Aug 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWho are the Taliban, and what do they want?New York Times: A look at the origin story of the Taliban and their record as rulers.17 Aug 08:45 PM
WorldGerman rescue mission from Kabul airport evacuates just 7 people'We have a very chaotic, dangerous and complex situation,' German defence minister said.17 Aug 08:44 PM
OpinionGhosts of Afghanistan haunt the United StatesOpinion: Like the Soviet Union, the US has left with its 'tail between its legs'.17 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldTaliban announces 'amnesty' in Afghanistan as reports emerge of beatings, home invasions"[Women] should be in government structure according to Shariah law" - Taliban spokesman.17 Aug 08:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKilled soldier's dad: Kiwis showed Afghanistan 'glimpse of freedom'Dad of first Kiwi soldier killed in Afghanistan has a message for those who served there.17 Aug 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAfter seven years of failing to fix Afghanistan, Ghani makes a hasty escapeNew York Times: Critics blame ex-PM for chaos in Kabul, saying he betrayed his people.17 Aug 06:00 AM
WorldBillions spent on Afghan army ultimately benefited TalibanThey grabbed not only political power but also US-supplied firepower.17 Aug 01:26 AM
New ZealandPM: 200 Afghan locals could be rescued by NZ extraction operationExtraction priority will be for the locals who assisted NZ's Defence Force: PM17 Aug 12:50 AM
WorldStunning photo inside US air force plane leaving KabulThe now viral image is being seen as a sign of the despair felt by Afghan people.17 Aug 12:14 AM
New Zealand'It's been coming': Former Kiwi soldier unsurprised by Taliban takeoverBut he's proud of New Zealand's contribution to the war in Afghanistan.16 Aug 11:55 PM
WorldAfghanistan explainer: What we know and what's nextThe Taliban captured all major cities in Afghanistan in a matter of days.16 Aug 11:39 PM
TravelStudent stranded in Kabul has 'no regrets' for Afghanistan holiday"I've bitten off more than I can chew and something has not gone to plan"16 Aug 09:17 PM
WorldDefiant Biden: US will not commit more troops in AfghanistanUS will not enter 'third decade' of war that has spanned four American presidencies.16 Aug 08:48 PM
WorldUnder-fire US President Joe Biden addresses Kabul chaosUS President draws criticism for waiting so long to address the nation.16 Aug 08:09 PM
