WorldUS midterm poll a nail-biterDemocrats in the United States are bracing for punishment in tomorrow's midterm elections as voters express their dissatisfaction with President Barack Obama, who mostly stayed away from the campaign....03 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldA guide to the US midterm electionsThe US midterm elections are about to take place, but what are they, and what is likely to happen? Nick Sheppard answers the key questions.03 Nov 04:35 AM
New ZealandKiwi Muslim backs IsisA Hawke's Bay Muslim man has come out in support of terror group Isis, and is trying to spread his beliefs through social media.02 Nov 09:00 PM
WorldTired Obama kept offstage in campaignDespite clocking up more than 1000 flights in his time as President, Barack Obama still lopes up Air Force One's steps with his trademark bounce, exchanging banter with journalists and the public....02 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldDeputy thrust into limelightHe has been called "a scaly old dude" by former US President George W Bush and derided as a "sick old man" by Zambia's opposition, but yesterday Dr Guy Scott assumed a rare title: Africa's only white leader.30 Oct 04:00 PM
World'Loud bang' before plane gets RAF escortA 'massive mystery explosion' shook residents outside of London, before two RAF jets reportedly escorted a Russian-made Latvian cargo jet into Stansted airport.29 Oct 06:11 PM
OpinionJane Kelsey: TPP deal keeps disappearing down rabbit holeEverything hinges on a deal on agriculture and automobiles between the US and Japan, writes Jane Kelsey. Despite intense negotiations for more than a year, they remain poles apart.29 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldSecurity breach or 'brush' with runner?British PM David Cameron's security detail is under investigation after a passing jogger ran right into him.27 Oct 06:30 PM
OpinionMichael Potts: G20 NZ's chance to make a real differenceIn a few weeks, Australia will welcome leaders of the world's major economies to Brisbane for the G20 Summit.27 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldHillary's fans see hopeClinton was in North Carolina to urge support for Kay Hagan, but it is clear that 'she's taking a second chance for herself': Hillary Clinton is going to run again.27 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldPro-Europe parties lead Ukraine pollPro-European parties look to have swept Ukraine's first parliamentary vote since the revolution that toppled Viktor Yanukovych's Government in February.27 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldPatients at mercy of softwareQueensland's Health Minister is not aware of any deaths linked to defective software that manages medication for some of the state's most ill patients.27 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldHero who took down gunmanCanadian politicians have praised the quick thinking of a security chief, believed to have shot the gunman who opened fire in Ottawa's Parliament today.22 Oct 09:21 PM
New ZealandNZ High Commission in lockdownThe New Zealand High Commission's building in Canada is in lock-down following a deadly shooting a couple of streets away in Ottawa this morning.22 Oct 08:44 PM
New ZealandBeehive open for businessPrime Minister John Key has laid out his Government' agenda for the next three years, with housing and the fight against terror groups at the top of the list.20 Oct 11:14 PM
WorldAussie ex-PM Gough Whitlam diesFormer Australian prime minister Gough Whitlam has died, aged 98. The AAP looks at his legacy and the myths and passions surrounding his fall.20 Oct 09:43 PM
OpinionKeith Locke: Take on extremists with words not warKeith Locke writes: New Zealanders are right to be concerned about the rise of the Islamic State (Isis), but our best contribution would be to provide more humanitarian support.20 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ forces could train Iraqi troops - KeyPM John Key said New Zealand helping to train Iraqi troops was among the options the Government would consider when ruling on its contribution to the fight against Isis.20 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessEven the Pres gets declinedPresidents, they're just like us - their credit cards get declined.19 Oct 09:12 PM
WorldUS space drone: Theories flyIt arrived back at a California air base after dark. Only the eagle-eyed would have spotted the snub-nosed spacecraft gliding out of the black sky.19 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldViolence breaks out at HK protestsPro-democracy demonstrators in Hong Kong have clashed violently with police while reoccupying a protest camp.18 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionJack Tame: Goody bags a start to big stuffIn the UN General Assembly hall it was Christmas at every desk.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandUN seat doesn't mean Iraq actionForeign Minister Murray McCully says winning a seat on the United Nations Security Council does not mean New Zealand is committed to military action in Iraq.17 Oct 10:24 PM
OpinionDr Damien Rogers: Raft of complexities for small country to navigateNew Zealand's appointment to the UN Security Council will afford a number of benefits, and also open up a raft of complexities to navigate.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ wins seat: 'Victory for small states'NZ winning a seat on the UN Security Council 'proves small countries have a role to play' says the Prime Minister, as his Foreign Minister expresses relief.16 Oct 09:28 PM
OpinionDita De Boni: NZ independent? Tell that to the marinesIf New Zealand becomes a member of the UN Security Council early tomorrow, hoping to get a pay-off for the hundreds of thousands of dollars in schmoozing we've done to get there, let us see how much of an independent voice we will retain.15 Oct 08:30 PM
New ZealandPublic misled on US talks: GoffPM John Key appears to have been misinformed by the Defence Force about the nature of a Washington meeting of the United States-led coalition to defeat Islamic State.15 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ's threat level risesNZ's national threat level in response to risk posed by foreign fighters and Isis has risen and John Key says the Govt will advance ''urgent'' law changes in response..13 Oct 03:43 AM
WorldMiliband admits Ukip threatEd Miliband has moved to contain rising panic over the right-wing UK Independence Party's threat to Labour in Britain by pledging a raft of hard-headed measures to ensure that migrants "earn the right" to state benefits and face stiff English language tes12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandIsis fight: 'Definite risks'Prime Minister John Key is considering NZ's role in the fight against Isis, and has been accused of scaremongering.11 Oct 09:33 PM
WorldNorth heads South to set up future talksThree of North Korea's senior officials travelled to South Korea at the weekend for the first time in five years.05 Oct 04:00 PM
