Former Supreme Court judge refuses to engage ‘in debate’ over controversial Hong Kong court role
'I have nothing to say that has not already been said.'
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'Substantial progress': US-China trade talks yield optimism
Trade talks in Geneva aimed to ease US-China tariff tensions.
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Mothers accompanying their kids studying in NZ are shouldering the burden of parenting.
Tourism industry leaders push to get more Chinese visitors to NZ
That market has still only returned to around 60% of pre-Covid levels.
Xi Jinping in Moscow as Ukraine accuses Russia of violating truce
The Chinese leader visited Moscow for talks before Russia's Victory Day celebrations.
Airlines, airports welcome visa change for foreign language speakers
Airline supply issues, bevy of charges could be dragging down tourism recovery, some say.
US, Chinese officials to hold trade talks in Switzerland
Tit-for-tat tariffs have left the two nations with cripplingly high levies.
'Removed that barrier': Change for overseas visitors announced
It aligns New Zealand rules with Australia's translation requirements for visitors.
'We're going to act like a real country': Judith Collins on NZ's $12b defence splurge
The Defence Minister says New Zealand is a 'small price-taker' from the world.
Key says Trump using tariffs largely for leverage – but has fears for NZ film industry
The former Prime Minister also sees confidence returning to the New Zealand economy.
Tesla's NZ revenue crashed in 2024 – and this year is worse, so far
EV sales pick up but Elon Musk's firm still lags.
Editorial: In a Maga world, very few want a homegrown version
OPINION: Australians voted for the status quo, rejecting a change in Government.
'Body-packed five cartons': Man busted smuggling cigarettes at Wellington airport
Illegal tobacco operations sell from Facebook marketplace, churches and language schools.
Son loses legal battle over house bought with parents' savings
A man refused to hand over a house purchased in his name for his parents' retirement.
Market close: Mainfreight drives another strong NZ finish
Logistics firm's rally helped push the New Zealand sharemarket to a higher close.
On The Up: How Auckland gym gave UFC fighter a second chance
'Styles don’t just make fights, they make coaching pairings and gym cultures the same way'
Chinese compliance concerns kill Rakon deal
Why US firm Skyworks walked away from $390m takeover.
White House clashes with Amazon over tariff report, denies action
New York Times: Amazon denied plans to display tariff-related price increases.
Brazil calls for diplomacy over Ukraine, Gaza conflicts at key meeting
Ministers at Brics summit also discussed climate change and global trade.
Trump is softening his tariff talk. But the damage may already be done
Evidence is mounting that tariffs have cut economic activity and will soon push prices up.
How desperate business loan led single mum into meth syndicate’s inner circle
Reaching out to loan sharks over WeChat turned out to be a bad idea. She is now in jail.
Secret weapon: How robots are transforming China's trade strategy
New York Times: Inside China's automation revolution and its global implications.
Fran O'Sullivan: NZ's careful dance with US and China amid trade tensions
OPINION: Politicians are being exceptionally careful not to call out Trump.
China sends three astronauts to space station in milestone launch
Three astronauts blasted off to China's space station in a milestone for Beijing.
Australia to stockpile critical minerals in strategic reserve
Rare earth ransom? China controls some 90% of the world’s supply.
Boeing says China not accepting planes over US tariffs
Company won't 'wait too long' to send the jets to other customers.
Tesla earnings plunge as Elon Musk hits firestorm of controversy
The electric vehicle manufacturer’s net income was down 71%.
Customs fraud: $541k Gisborne cigarette and tobacco smuggling operation exposed
Operation Apron uncovered 230,600 cigarettes, 110kg of tobacco smuggled from China.
'Major loser': Trump's Fed comments shake Wall Street
Dow, Nasdaq slide more than 3%.
Letters: Easter trading laws inconsistent and illogical
OPINION: The Defence Capability Plan overlooks key modern threats.
MPs visit Taiwan, meet President despite NZ not recognising it as country
'Taiwan and New Zealand share the universal values of democracy.'
How China took over the world’s rare earths industry
New York Times: China's rare earth dominance leaves US vulnerable amid export halt.
On The Up: Inside award-winning Te Taumata o Kupe Nuku, Pt Chevalier
The building aims to revitalise mātauranga Māori, particularly legendary navigator Kupe.
Watch: Robots race humans in world's first half-marathon
Enthusiastic onlookers cheered, saying 'it was quite a breathtaking experience'.