WorldSome like it hot: Eating spicy in China's WWII sheltersThe city of Chongqing is known for both soaring temperatures and spicy cuisine.25 Aug 06:01 AM
PoliticsNZ MPs set up anti-China Pacific groupTwo New Zealand MPs are among Pacific MPs joining a new anti-China Pacific group.22 Aug 07:33 AM
World'I'd rather die': Reality of China's mental asylums revealedThere are reports patients were subjected to 'basically sadistic' doctors and nurses.21 Aug 08:30 PM
WorldChina jails billionaire for 13 yearsChinese tycoon hasn't been seen since his abduction from a Hong Kong hotel in 2017.20 Aug 12:00 AM
WorldAmerica announces trade talks with Taiwan as island holds military drillsBeijing earlier held military drills, firing missiles into the sea to intimidate Taiwan.18 Aug 07:20 AM
World'Extreme' China heatwave threatens to disrupt globeThe heatwave has put pressure on the power supply, causing systems to buckle and break.18 Aug 12:32 AM
WorldFears grow of 'crippling' Chinese blockade of Taiwan'China could keep Taiwan sealed off for months, perhaps years, with devastating effect.'17 Aug 04:24 AM
World'Prepare for war': China nears breaking pointChina is seething following another bipartisan US delegation visit to Taiwan.16 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesWhat the heck's happening with oil prices?Geopolitics, the economy, and unforeseen events will decide if the relief will last.16 Aug 05:20 AM
WorldWatch: Shoppers scramble to escape Chinese Ikea store after flash lockdownHealth officials restrained customers after it emerged one was a Covid-19 close contact.16 Aug 01:04 AM
BusinessChina cuts interest rate to lift economy as Xi eyes more powerAt a politically sensitive time for president, a move to shore up sagging economic growth.15 Aug 11:11 PM
WorldWhy US lawmakers' Taiwan trips keep riling ChinaA look at some key questions about US lawmakers' Taiwan trips, and why they matter.15 Aug 11:09 PM
World'Devastating': America's unthinkable scenarioTop military experts have been quietly simulating a war that could break out over Taiwan.15 Aug 10:07 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs China vows more military exercises, Taiwan is undeterredNew York Times: China's drills have hardened Taiwan's approach its political rival.12 Aug 07:00 AM
WorldNew animal virus begins to infect humans in ChinaScientists say there is "no need for panic" over the new disease.11 Aug 12:00 AM
WorldTaiwan threatened: China extends military exercisesMissile strikes, warplanes and ship movements in the Taiwan Strait stepped up again.08 Aug 06:03 PM
World'Grow some': Snickers fans slam Mars Wrigley for apologising to ChinaMars Wrigley apologised to China for calling Taiwan a country in a new product promotion.07 Aug 05:30 AM
WorldFour ways China could take Taiwan as tensions boil overBeijing will aim to take island 'in lightning-fast offensive', sources tell UK Telegraph.07 Aug 04:11 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessUS-China tensions spark electronic chip shortage warningAfter Beijing reacts to Pelosi visit, Intel chief warns of electronics shortage risks.07 Aug 12:22 AM
WorldTaiwan says China military drills appear to simulate attackChina's military drills appear to simulate an attack on the self-ruled island.06 Aug 09:44 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
WorldChina conducts 'precision missile strikes' in Taiwan StraitNancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan has raised tensions between the US and China.04 Aug 07:44 PM
WorldUS will not abandon Taiwan as China protests - PelosiPelosi's trip has heightened US-China tensions more than visits by other Congress members.03 Aug 05:24 AM
New ZealandUS, China and Taiwan visit: 'Positive dialogue' needed, Ardern saysIt comes as US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrives in Taiwan amid 'heightened tensions'.03 Aug 05:05 AM
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
WorldUS won't be baited into 'sabre rattling' over Taiwan visitChina has decried Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit, warning the US of 'serious consequences.'01 Aug 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS warns China not to turn expected Taiwan visit into 'crisis'New York Times: Military provocations could spark conflict by mistake, US officials say.01 Aug 09:15 PM
New ZealandChina-NZ relationship: Helen Clark says Ardern has 'put the record straight'Find the balance in relationships with China.01 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandArdern calls for diplomacy and dialogue with ChinaJacinda Ardern wants to lead a delegation back to China as conditions allow.31 Jul 07:45 PM
WorldChina ups the ante: 'Live-fire exercises' announced near TaiwanChina has warned the US that any visits to Taiwan will be seen as "external interference".30 Jul 07:28 PM
WorldXi warns Biden not to 'play with fire' over TaiwanTaiwan has once again emerged as a key point of tension in the US-China relationship.28 Jul 05:58 PM
WorldAccidental nuclear war with China a 'growing risk'The West must not stumble into uncontrolled conflict with Beijing, warns security adviser.28 Jul 05:16 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhere China is changing its diplomatic ways (at least a little)New York Times: Beijing is beginning a new wave of diplomacy in Africa.25 Jul 11:49 PM
