PremiumPremiumEconomyNZ corporates show resilience and optimism in global surveyHSBC's survey of global companies found many expecting strong growth next year.01 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldVolcano in eastern Indonesia erupts, thousands evacuatedMount Ili Lewotolok sent a plume of ash 4000m into the sky as it erupted on Monday.30 Nov 01:57 AM
MarketsPM not taking sides in Australia-China tariff fightA professor of international law is calling on New Zealand to back Australia.29 Nov 11:45 PM
World'World's loneliest elephant' starts long road homeKaavan the elephant is heading to his new home at a sanctuary in Cambodia.29 Nov 10:33 PM
WorldHow backpacker grew $100 site to sell into 10 countries in a yearHe was doing odd jobs while travelling when he came up with an idea.25 Nov 07:20 AM
WorldChinese diplomat's photo reveals village that shouldn't existChinese-built Pangda village gleams with newness. But there's a hitch: it's not in China.24 Nov 08:16 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyChina remains open to the world, but it wants to dictate termsNew York Times: It's globalisation - with communist characteristics.24 Nov 12:40 AM
TravelWorld's tallest elevator begins operation in 'Avatar mountains'The sandstone plateaus and lift are said to have inspired the sci-fi film Avatar.23 Nov 04:31 AM
WorldHong Kong activists to plead guilty to protest chargesThose found guilty of unlawful assembly could face as long as five years in prison.23 Nov 04:12 AM
WorldKim Jong-un's nephew goes missing 'after meeting with CIA'Kim Han-sol is the son of the North Korean leader's half brother, who was killed in 2017.22 Nov 08:08 PM
New ZealandLights, camera, action at Hagley OvalSix broadcast quality lights are now installed so matches can be played at night.20 Nov 09:13 PM
LifestyleWatch: UK diplomat leaps into river to save drowning woman in ChinaThe diplomat has become an internet sensation in China after onlookers filmed the rescue.17 Nov 02:19 AM
WorldSeven dead, 11 injured in fire at Hong Kong apartment buildingThe building had no sprinkler system and victims were trapped in a kitchen, officials say.16 Nov 05:07 AM
WorldBali alcohol ban could land tourists in jailIndonesia is debating a bill that could see alcohol banned and drinkers imprisoned.16 Nov 12:41 AM
WorldProdding the dragon: US, Taiwan test China with military trainingFor the first time in 40 years, Taiwan confirms high-level military drills with the US.15 Nov 12:00 AM
New ZealandNZ man stranded overseas, faces loss of arm after being turned down for MIQThe man faces permanent loss of movement in his left arm if it is not treated properly.07 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldChina sets up hotline for Hong Kong residents to snitch on each otherTips submitted via phone, text, email or social media can include photos and video clips.05 Nov 10:15 PM
WorldNorth Korea bans smoking in public - will it help Kim kick the habit?According to South Korean media, Kim's heavy smoking has caused tensions in his marriage.05 Nov 09:46 PM
OpinionThe West should not bow before the Chinese regime that made the world illOPINION: The West is engaged in a war of values with Beijing. So far, Beijing's winning.31 Oct 12:19 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFuturist's dire prediction: 'Get ready, another pandemic is coming'Futurist blames humans for pandemics like Covid-19 and says there will be more.30 Oct 04:42 AM
WorldCoronavirus: How China avoided a second waveBeijing's approach to tackling Covid flare-ups is simple: go big, go early and go hard.27 Oct 12:18 AM
WorldThai Parliament debates protesters' demandsStudent-led protesters are demanding the PM step down and the constitution be reformed.26 Oct 03:13 AM
LifestyleFamily of nine dies after eating noodlesOn October 5, a family in China sat down to eat. Days later, nine of them would be dead.21 Oct 03:17 AM
WorldChina's military beefs up coastal forces as it prepares for possible invasion of TaiwanBeijing has sought to keep pressure on Taiwan with a series of exercises and drills.18 Oct 07:28 AM
WorldThai police crack down on protesters, PM refuses to resignThai protesters demand the Prime Minister leave office and the monarchy undergo reform.17 Oct 03:12 AM
World'Immediately stop': China's warning to USTensions escalate in the South China Sea as Beijing slams the US's 'provocative actions'.13 Oct 09:47 PM
WorldKim Jong-Un breaks down in tears, apologises for 'failures'Kim's rare show of emotion has stoked rumours that his leadership is threatened.12 Oct 09:31 PM
World150 million people could join extreme poorA report from the World Bank states 'the world can rise to the occasion - or succumb'.07 Oct 11:08 PM
New ZealandMega meth bust sentencing: Australian jailed over 109kg of concealed drugsDefence: 'He has made a grave mistake, there is no doubt about it.'05 Oct 09:00 PM
WorldDoes this mean war? China says signal proves US is preparing for showdownChinese media say "Washington is stepping up preparations for war against China".29 Sep 09:21 PM
New ZealandHundreds of teachers' jobs at risk as foreign students dwindleBanning foreign students may cost hundreds of teachers' jobs.23 Sep 06:45 AM
World'Clash of civilisations': Trump and Xi face off at UNXi Jinping warned that "major countries should act like major countries" in jab at Trump.22 Sep 07:43 PM
WorldJapan PM hopeful says he may need help from AbeYoshihide Suga says he lacks the diplomatic skills of outgoing leader Shinzo Abe.12 Sep 09:07 PM
WorldFace masks could be giving people Covid-19 immunity, researchers suggestMask wearing might also be reducing the severity of the virus.12 Sep 07:14 PM
