America's Cup'Defender has the right': Team NZ responds to stinging Alinghi accusations Team NZ responded to Alinghi, Athena Racing and American Magic with a swift statement.29 May 08:48 PM
New ZealandCustoms seizes 130kg of cocaine from shipping container at Port of TaurangaThe Class A drug was worth up to $50.44 million. 27 May 04:32 AM
BusinessCrypto investor tortured man for weeks for bitcoin password, prosecutors sayProsecutors say the victim was held in a luxurious Soho townhouse.26 May 08:04 AM
PremiumPremiumAmerica's CupThe key changes proposed in the America's Cup draft protocolAfter being accused of a lack of transparency, Team New Zealand made the draft public.26 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: The power struggle at play in new America's Cup protocolOPINION: The protocol suggests an America's Cup partnership for joint event decisions.25 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandWoman charged $5.1m to track down former lover and stolen family fortune He promised to invest the money but took it to Italy and disappeared. 23 May 11:00 PM
America's Cup'Unreasonable allegations': Team NZ respond to transparency accusationsTeam NZ made the draft protocol available 'as an illustration of complete transparency'.22 May 11:22 PM
America's CupTeam NZ accused of ‘lack of transparency’; another team hints at pulling outChallengers are in the dark over key details after Naples was named as 2027 host.22 May 06:20 PM
America's CupAmCup challenger reveals intention after Naples confirmed as hostThe team launched its first America's Cup challenge since 2017 in Barcelona last year. 19 May 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlex PowellAlex Powell: Lawson can’t keep losing out to Hadjar if he wants Red Bull returnOPINION: What we learned from the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.19 May 03:00 AM
Formula 1Lawson ‘disappointed, for everybody’ after Imola Grand PrixThe 2025 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix will not go down as one of Formula One’s great races. 18 May 02:41 PM
WorldFrom missionary to Pope: Leo XIV's journey to the VaticanThousands, including US Vice-President JD Vance, will attend Pope Leo's inauguration.18 May 08:12 AM
Formula 1'Tough one to swallow': Lawson robbed by red flag, qualifies 16th in ImolaThe Kiwi was denied any chance to better his first timed lap and missed out by 0.123s.17 May 03:36 PM
Formula 1'Work to do': Lawson endures mixed day of practice, teammate crashes in ImolaRed flags interrupted both Friday practice sessions for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.16 May 07:18 PM
MotorsportKiwi racer sharpens focus for pivotal F3 round at ImolaHe hasn't finished in the top 10 yet and sits 25th on the points table.16 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisOpinion: What Naples means for a dramatic America's CupThe protocol may relax nationality rules, allowing teams to bolster their ranks.16 May 02:02 AM
Formula 1‘We’re quite excited’: Why Lawson is taking confidence into Imola Grand PrixThe Kiwi boasts plenty of experience racing in northern Italy. 15 May 11:00 PM
WorldDesign flaws doomed 'unsinkable' Kiwi-captained yachtThe superyacht capsized off Sicily due to design flaws and a freak storm.15 May 08:19 AM
America's Cup'Entering the lion's den': Team NZ confirm America's Cup hostWhile exact dates are still to be confirmed, the regatta will be held in 2027.15 May 08:06 AM
World80 killed in Gaza strikes as Israel-US talks focus on hostagesNegotiations for hostage release continue in Doha, involving US and Qatari leaders.14 May 11:41 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelSecrets of the Splendor: Inside the nerve centre of one of the world’s most luxurious cruise shipsMeet the man responsible for the safe passage of a floating luxury art gallery and hotel.13 May 06:44 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Not a grandstander': How a quiet US missionary became Pope Leo XIVNew York Times: Robert Prevost has pushed back hard against MAGA-style Christian ideology.08 May 09:56 PM
World'Misinformation': Claims of NZ charges against Fauci debunkedNo countries have issued arrest warrants for the former US chief medical adviser.07 May 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldScandals, sniping and 'church speak': Tensions rise ahead of papal conclaveThree days before the largest papal conclave ever, campaigns and intrigues are swirling.05 May 12:44 AM
WorldPope Francis' funeral mass in St Peter's SquarePope Francis is farewelled at a funeral ceremony in the Vatican's St Peter's Square. Video / AFPWatch26 Apr 09:13 AM
WorldPope Francis' funeral: All you need to know as thousands gather to mournBetween 200,000 and 500,000 mourners are expected at Pope Francis' funeral today.25 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldPope Francis begins lying in state at St Peter's BasilicaThe Pope will lie in state at St Peter's Basilica until his funeral on Saturday.23 Apr 08:54 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldPope Francis’ calling came as a boy in Argentina, and it led him to the VaticanNew York Times: First pontiff from Latin America tried to create a more welcoming church.21 Apr 11:02 PM
Travel newsFive out-of-the-country escapes you can book todayGo around the world with these five travel deals.21 Apr 05:00 PM
MotorsportHartley eyes success in Imola after tough start to endurance seasonThe Kiwi is back in action this weekend at Imola in Italy. 19 Apr 03:00 AM
WorldPope leaves faithful guessing over Easter appearancesPope's Easter role uncertain as health concerns linger despite surprise appearances.16 Apr 07:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: The surprising countries making charge for RWC hosting rightsLeaders of the global game are keen on Middle East investment.16 Apr 05:56 AM
PremiumPremiumAmerica's Cup'Don't think we're that far away': Dalton heads north in search of AmCup venueCup boss says 'it's probably Europe'; other teams will help determine preliminary venues.15 Apr 12:00 AM
LifestyleKing Charles jokes about health as he plants tree in RomeThe 76-year-old monarch has been undergoing cancer treatment for the past year.10 Apr 07:32 PM
