WorldJapanese city proposes two-hour daily smartphone limitThe proposal has sparked a public backlash with many calling it unrealistic.22 Aug 05:42 AM
New Zealand'Hazardous' regional waves possible after major Drake Passage quake, no tsunami risk for NZThe Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre says hazardous tidal waves are possible in Chile.22 Aug 03:37 AM
WorldWatch: Fireball lights up night sky over western JapanA bright fireball lit up the sky over western Japan on Tuesday night.20 Aug 11:46 PM
LifestyleWhat are your kids saying, eating and doing in 2025? New survey spills the tea'Sigma' is the latest buzzword, while sushi tops school students' list of favourite foods.20 Aug 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFinish date forecast for NZ’s tallest apartment tower as structural integrity confirmedShundi Customs' general manager gives an update on the once-stalled apartment tower.18 Aug 04:52 AM
All Blacks'If you lose, you're useless': Ian Foster on All Blacks pressure and 'vital' faith in dark moments'My faith's vital for me and it always has been.'18 Aug 12:44 AM
New ZealandHundreds of vehicles imported with tampered odometers, investigation showsCivil action has been taken against three people and two Auckland-based companies.17 Aug 07:00 AM
TravelWhy a record number of Kiwis are visiting Asian countriesData from Stats NZ reveal which countries in Asia are popular with Kiwi holidaymakers.16 Aug 09:45 PM
BusinessWhere New Zealand ranks for paid leave – and how many days we get offIn some countries, paid public holidays aren't an entitlement, but NZ rules are generous.15 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeRetired teacher caught taking 400 images of houseguest in bathroom, showerVictim: 'He never once brought up that he'd been sentenced for sexual misconduct.'11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHayden Wilde wins T100 race in stunning comeback after being hit by truckHe won the London race three months after being injured and hospitalised in Japan.11 Aug 04:01 AM
All Blacks'Earn the right': Hansen's warning to Mo'unga with NZ returnThe first five-eighth last pulled on the black jersey in the 2023 Rugby World Cup final.10 Aug 05:00 PM
Travel newsWhat’s new in South Australia, Germany and here at homeNew openings, cultural capitals and foodie favourites to add to your list.09 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldEven Hiroshima’s pacifist cause is losing believers New York Times: Some Japanese think that peace for peace’s sake is no longer enough.07 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam NapierLiam Napier: Why Mo'unga's All Blacks return is more complex than it seemsOPINION: A limited window makes Robertson's quarterback regaining a starting spot tougher.07 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldJapan's pacifism at crossroads as military expansion debate growsNew York Times: Many older Japanese are concerned about a waning commitment to pacifism.06 Aug 05:00 PM
Tennis'Shameful': Tennis star shares vile messages after loss in MontrealElina Svitolina was attacked by online trolls after her shock loss to Naomi Osaka.06 Aug 06:36 AM
WorldHiroshima marks 80 years as US-Russia nuclear tensions riseThe 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing is being marked with a solemn ceremony.05 Aug 11:07 PM
WorldAustralia to buy 11 advanced warships from JapanAustralia wants to expand its fleet of major warships from 11 to 26 over next decade.05 Aug 01:06 AM
WorldSummer swelter: 17 heat records broken in JapanJapan this year had its hottest June and July since data collection began in 1898.04 Aug 05:00 PM
World‘Strong concern’: Japan uneasy as Russia, China stage naval exercisesFour Chinese vessels, including two destroyers, are participating.04 Aug 02:02 AM
WorldJapan manhole tragedy: Four workers killedThey were inspecting sewage pipes in Gyoda when the accident occurred.03 Aug 07:02 AM
WorldRising concerns: Bear attacks increase in Japan's residential areasThe creatures attacked 85 people in Japan in the year ending March 2025.02 Aug 01:54 AM
New ZealandWhy a small tsunami is something we should be worried aboutNZ’s entire coastline was on notice after the sixth most severe quake in history.01 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandTsunami advisory lifted for all of NZ, strong and unusual currents may continueThe public should still take care in and around ocean and estuaries this weekend - Nema.31 Jul 08:19 PM
TravelThe ultimate Tokyo family travel hack Japanese accommodation can be charming but tricky for families. 31 Jul 06:35 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldArt of the tariff deal: Promises made, with details left for laterNew York Times: 'These energy commitments are neither clear nor necessarily enforceable.'31 Jul 12:53 AM
WorldWhy one of the world’s biggest quakes wasn’t followed by a monster tsunamiPrevious strong earthquakes have caused massive and damaging waves far away.30 Jul 09:09 PM
WorldOverseas tsunami warnings downgraded, lifted after mega-quake off Russian coastThe magnitude 8.8 quake sparked evacuations from Hawaii to Japan.30 Jul 05:59 PM
WorldWhat to know: Tsunamis and the damage they causeTsunamis can cover enormous distances, sometimes at the speed of a jet plane.30 Jul 05:30 AM
New ZealandWhat Kiwis need to know after magnitude 8.8 earthquakeJapan has issued evacuation orders for hundreds of kilometres of its coastline.30 Jul 05:01 AM
WorldMega-quake off Russian coast sparks tsunami warnings across PacificTsunami warnings have been issued from Alaska down to California's entire coast.30 Jul 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksHow All Blacks eligibility rules could stall Richie Mo’unga's returnMo’unga may miss key matches unless granted an exemption by New Zealand Rugby.29 Jul 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Attention goes offshore as New Zealand sharemarket steadyNZX CEO Mark Peterson will resign in April 2026 after the annual meeting.24 Jul 05:59 AM
