WorldChina buckling under ‘tsunami’ of Covid infectionsA video shared on social media shows chaotic scenes in a Chinese hospital.20 Dec 11:19 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: Here are some simple steps to help us socialise safely during holidaysThe pre-Christmas period puts New Zealanders at high risk of exposure to virus.20 Dec 06:43 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldFrom zero-Covid to no plan: Behind China’s pandemic u-turnNew York Times: After micromanaging, Xi Jinping has left China to improvise.20 Dec 05:00 AM
KahuMāori undercounted and under-resourced in health, new data report confirmsHealth data has never given a true indication of Māori numbers.19 Dec 09:59 PM
New ZealandHospital cases could peak in Christmas wave of CovidMinistry of Health estimates a possible peak of about 1100 people in hospital.19 Dec 05:30 PM
New ZealandHoliday hotspots gear up for city slickers, Covid cases soarRural medical centres could reach breaking point if staff fall ill.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand42,740 cases, 64 deaths in past 7 days; Covid wave keeps climbingWastewater virus levels are trending upwards as health officials release Covid numbers.18 Dec 11:07 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: Beware the Christmas GrinchUp to one in 20 could be infected at the height of the festive season.18 Dec 06:17 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTraumatised by Covid, but ruled by a party that never apologisesNew York Times: Many in China want national reckoning over hard-line “zero Covid” policy.16 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police visit Brian Tamaki over Baby W potential suppression breachThe controversial church leader claims to have named the baby before court matters began.15 Dec 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldCoronavirus may spread from corpses, scientists reportNew York Times: Coronavirus can persist in bodies of infected patients well after death.15 Dec 08:55 PM
New Zealand$1.59m Covid campaign happened after almost everyone was vaccinatedSocial media scheme hit by delays, poor content, and youths hired to run it fell out.15 Dec 07:11 PM
WorldChina won’t report asymptomatic Covid cases in further shiftIt’s another step in China’s uncertain exit from some of world’s strictest Covid measures.14 Dec 04:46 PM
TechnologyHow Elon Musk is changing what you see on TwitterWhat you’re seeing in your Twitter feed is changing. But how?13 Dec 11:58 PM
OpinionOpinion: Should the government apologise for MIQ failings?The new report about the Covid 19 response will likely show errors with the MIQ response.13 Dec 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs Covid spreads fast, Beijing isn’t in lockdown. But it feels like itNew York Times: Almost no one is venturing out, even after easing of restrictions.13 Dec 09:01 PM
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
New ZealandCovid cases top 8000 today for first time in country’s third waveDaily Covid-19 numbers are the highest they have been for four and a half months.13 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 vs the flu: Death rates comparedA recent report shows Covid-19 is more deadly than the flu in NZ.12 Dec 09:29 PM
New ZealandMother demands apology over MIQ rejection when pregnant and suffering ‘huge anxiety’Roshni Sami was suffering from acute antenatal depression amid other complications.12 Dec 07:45 PM
New ZealandHospitalisations for Covid jump by 100; 40k new cases, 35 deaths in 7 daysAn expert says Kiwis should wear masks in places like bars and restaurants.12 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandMBIE acted ‘unreasonably’ over managed isolation allocation system - Chief OmbudsmanPeter Boshier had received hundreds of complaints.11 Dec 11:22 PM
WorldCovid-19: China expanding hospitals, ICUsChina is preparing for more cases after dialling back restrictions in the region.11 Dec 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction283 building company liquidations in 11 months'This is only a sign of worse things to come': National MP Andrew Bayly.11 Dec 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careOver 50s embrace technology, but security risks biggest challengeCovid-19 has driven higher adoption of technology among older Kiwis.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandExplained: The two big variables that could slow - or grow - this Omicron waveOmicron peak expected within weeks, but school holidays and functions could change things.10 Dec 10:24 PM
New Zealand‘This isn’t over’: Baby W parents vow to take actionLawyer for family says bigger issue to be dealt with after baby boy recovers.09 Dec 09:39 PM
EntertainmentJackass star fighting for life on ventilator with Covid, pneumoniaBam Margera was hospitalised with pneumonia ... and then Covid complicated his care.09 Dec 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Rebuilding Better, petty crime, Three Waters, Auckland Council savings, superannuationOPINION: Letters on FIFA World Cup, blaming the government, Kainga Ora, and inflation.09 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Zero Covid,’ once ubiquitous, vanishes in China’s messy pivotNew York Times: Propoganda apparatus is now promoting audacious revision of history.09 Dec 01:05 AM
WorldSuper-mosquito ‘invasion’ could trigger malaria surgeThe arrival of the "Anopheles stephensi" in at least five African countries is a "threat".08 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandLive: Blood donor battle - protesters outside hospital as ill baby undergoes surgerySupporters of Baby W's parents have planned a vigil outside the hospital this morning.08 Dec 09:52 PM
New Zealand'Significant risks': Documents warn of pandemic impact in schoolsThe amount of damage done to school's during lockdown's is significant, says report.08 Dec 08:15 PM
New ZealandHospital staff sought police help for baby’s surgery to proceed in blood donor battleA protest is planned for this morning when the baby’s planned surgery is due.08 Dec 07:46 PM
