PremiumPremiumWorldHuman rights group hits Israel with explosive accusation: ApartheidNew York Times: Israel is accused of the racist system that governed South Africa.29 Apr 03:04 AM
New ZealandAct to call for declaration of 'genocide' in Xinjiang, ChinaThe motion would ask MPs whether human rights abuses in Xinjiang amount to genocide.27 Apr 06:37 PM
WorldUS officially recognises Armenian Genocide, angering TurkeyAn estimated 2 million Armenians were deported and 1.5 million were killed during WW1.24 Apr 08:27 PM
WorldImprisoned Putin critic Navalny to end his hunger strikeAlexei Navalny says he is ending the hunger strike which is putting his life at risk.24 Apr 12:09 AM
New ZealandNZ stands firm on decision not to criticise China via Five EyesRow within intelligence alliance over human rights a storm in a teacup, UK official says.23 Apr 10:34 PM
WorldTory MP condemns Jacinda Ardern as UK declares 'genocide' in ChinaUK politician Bob Seely said New Zealand was "in a hell of an ethical mess" with China.22 Apr 08:38 PM
WorldBiden prepares to formally acknowledge Armenian genocideTo this day, Turkey denies that the deportation of Armenians was a genocide.22 Apr 03:05 AM
New ZealandNZ 'concerned' about China asserting itself in the regionChina in recent years has been 'aggressive, assertive and emboldened', Nanaia Mahuta says.19 Apr 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMyanmar coup seals autocracy's rise in Southeast AsiaNew York Times: Not long ago, democracy was surging in the region. Now it's in trouble.13 Apr 03:46 AM
League'Sexist' rule: 12yo league player ordered off field because she's a girlGirl in tears after being told she couldn't play rugby league with her male teammates.12 Apr 05:00 PM
SportNo girls allowed - 12-year-old excluded from league tournament Mackenzie Anderson-Tito was prevented from playing league on Sunday because she is a girl.Watch12 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ military export review to be led by former MBIE headNZ's military exports have come under scrutiny for potentially fuelling Yemen's civil war.12 Apr 06:15 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: No new community cases, three in MIQ; new location of interestAn Auckland bakery is now a new location of interest, linked to an infected MIQ worker.11 Apr 12:45 AM
New ZealandHuman Rights Commission probes India travel banThe India travel ban is the first time NZ has stopped citizens or residents returning.10 Apr 02:18 AM
WorldXi and Putin tighten their grips on powerThey're not leaders for life — not technically, at least.07 Apr 11:58 PM
WorldSofagate: Female EU President left standing in 'sexist snub'The topic of gender equality took centre stage after an EU President was snubbed.07 Apr 07:17 PM
KahuWaikeria Prison protesters file civil rights claims'We will not allow them to hide behind this racist system ... keeps Māori at the bottom.'31 Mar 03:04 AM
WorldMyanmar forces fire on funeral; crackdown continuesUN criticises international community for not doing enough to stop 'mass murder'.28 Mar 06:44 PM
World'Murdering unarmed civilians': 114 people killed by Myanmar forcesThe violence was the deadliest bloodletting since last month's coup.27 Mar 06:25 PM
WorldEritrea to withdraw troops from Tigray, says Ethiopia PMWitnesses have described Eritrean forces looting, killing and raping civilians.26 Mar 06:01 AM
KahuGangs and guns: Police crackdown 'racist', Mongrel Mob tells MPs'You're questioning my integrity': fiery exchanges at select committee this morning24 Mar 10:35 PM
New ZealandRacism prevalent in New Zealand, says new reportRacism is not on the decline for everyone, and its impacts are far-reaching.24 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldChina blasts US 'evil past of genocide' at UN rights bodyThe verbal attack reflects growing rivalry between the world's top two economic powers.17 Mar 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTeuila FuataiTeuila Fuatai: NZ needs to step up fight against 501 deportationsOPINION: Proposed Aussie law change means a dire situation is about to get worse.16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGoal shot: Netball star rejected from club comp based on gender'People say to me, it's not personal - but it is,' says boy netball star and umpire.11 Mar 06:29 PM
KahuMessage is, 'we don't trust you' - mother suspicous of police photosSuspicions facial recognition used on police photographs of innocent young people.10 Mar 09:24 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 vaccination conundrum: Can DHBs force staff to get the jab?How do health providers deal with staff who refuse to be vaccinated?03 Mar 04:52 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Bringing disabled schoolchildren back into the foldEditorial: Long road to recognition for our disabled kids who just want to go to school.24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionA mother's anguish: Schools demonise my childrenOPINION: Gaining support 'depends on how well you can describe your child as a monster'.23 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandLegal fight for disabled children heads to courtHuman Rights Review Tribunal picks up legal claim filed in 2008.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTeuila FuataiTeuila Fuatai: NZ beats Australia on human rightsContrast in attitudes to how people are treated is woven into transtaman relationship.23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandYemen crisis demands review of NZ-Saudi linksNew Zealand can no longer deny any potential complicity in this humanitarian abyss.20 Feb 02:47 AM
New ZealandNZ withdrawal from Afghanistan: Taliban reactsExtremist Islamic group calls on other countries to follow NZDF move.17 Feb 09:02 PM
WorldMissing Dubai princess re-emerges in videos at 'jail villa'Sheikha Latifa says she is being imprisoned in a heavily guarded villa16 Feb 05:05 PM
