MarketsStock markets' unexpected and rare end-of-year crashIndices across the globe plunged overnight.22 Dec 10:56 PM
TravelThe rise of India's 'visa temples'Need a US visa? Simply pray at one of India's "visa temples", social media suggests.18 Dec 07:29 PM
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WorldRescuers hope for life as search continues in Malaysia landslideA total of 21 bodies have been recovered including five children and 12 women.17 Dec 04:00 AM
TravelHeading to Hong Kong? Here's what you need to knowOfficials announced yet another step towards normality for travellers visiting Hong Kong.13 Dec 07:41 PM
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TravelHow you can take unlimited flights from Auckland to Sydney for $1000Only 200,000 subscriptions will be sold till December 11, 2022.09 Dec 12:00 AM
WorldChina lockdown protests: Social media users play cat-and-mouse with censorsChinese internet users spar with the country’s censorship machine to protest zero-Covid.01 Dec 05:50 PM
WorldCovid-19 cases in China hit daily record'War of annihilation' struggles as new daily cases top 30,000.24 Nov 05:47 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: PM Ardern glad-handing on the world stageEDITORIAL: Jacinda Ardern has had a busy week.18 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsPM Jacinda Ardern to meet China's President Xi JinpingArdern will meet with China's President in first face-to-face since 2019.17 Nov 04:03 AM
PoliticsJacinda Ardern meets with Joe Biden at East Asia SummitThe PM snuck in a quick chat with the US President at the meeting in Cambodia.13 Nov 04:49 AM
WorldRussia playing ‘hunger games’ with worldUkraine Foreign Minister made the accusations about grain shipments at Asean summit.12 Nov 08:43 PM
New Zealand'Storm clouds' over region as Ardern arrives for East Asia SummitArdern will use her speaking slot today to talk about Ukraine, Myanmar, trade.12 Nov 05:16 PM
WorldNorth Korean missile tests were 'practice to attack South'Claims recent launches are tests for 'merciless' strike against military targets.07 Nov 06:07 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA rare glimpse inside fortress Hong Kong: A city on the edgeTimes: The sentiment towards Beijing is far from uniform in divided Hong Kong.03 Nov 01:00 AM
TravelThe surprising story behind Taiwan's xiao long bao dumplingsFrom its humble beginnings, a classic dumpling dish has taken over the world.02 Nov 01:09 AM
World'A wall of people': Witness recalls harrowing Seoul crowd surgeDeath toll from Halloween street party rises to 153 with 133 injured.30 Oct 05:34 PM
TravelFive of the best cities to visit on a Japan holidayWith borders fully opening from October 11, now is the perfect time to plan your visit.04 Oct 10:45 PM
TravelNo more tears: Five airlines offering child-free cabin classesHere are airlines promising cabins for passengers with low tolerance to toddlers.13 Sep 04:20 AM
TravelHistory, cuisine and after-dark Vespa tours: 48 Hours In Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamYou'll never be bored in buzzing Saigon10 Sep 08:10 PM
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New ZealandFamily of children found in suitcases believed to be in KoreaAn international police investigation is underway to find family of the children.21 Aug 06:09 PM
New ZealandExclusive: Family of young children whose human remains found in suitcases are in AsiaNZ Police have confirmed they are working with Interpol and "overseas agencies".19 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWith five missiles, China sends stark warning to US and Japan on TaiwanNew York Times: Tension ramps up in the wake of US House Speaker's Taiwan visit.04 Aug 09:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan is utterly recklessNew York Times: Calling Xi's bluff might feel good for a day. It also might start WWIII.02 Aug 09:22 PM
WorldTension ratchets up as US speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan; China respondsChina begins to conduct military manoeuvres in retaliation for Pelosi's presence.02 Aug 06:00 PM
World'I thought the ground would open up': Strong quake shakes PhilippinesThe 7-magnitude quake prompted many in the capital to run outdoors.27 Jul 04:37 AM
TravelBali back on the menu? 10 reasons to visit in 2022With no direct routes from NZ, should you still pick Bali for your next island holiday?26 Jul 11:30 PM
WorldSri Lanka crisis: New president a divisive choicePrime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe steps into the role of his former ally.20 Jul 05:49 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldEmbattled leaders in hiding, Sri Lankans ask: What's next?New York Times: Protesters cook in the PM's garden and lounge in the president's bedroom.10 Jul 09:09 PM
BusinessGrim fate of eccentric billionaire Xiao JianhuaTechnology whiz turned investor was kidnapped five years ago from a hotel in Hong Kong.09 Jul 07:36 AM
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WorldVietnam 'Napalm girl' receives final burns treatmentKim Phuc, 9, was photographed running naked and terrified from her home in Trang Bang.30 Jun 06:51 PM
