PremiumPremiumWorldBy air and sea, mercenaries landed in Libya. But the plan went southNew York Times: A glimpse into the world of those who have thrived off Libya's chaos.26 May 06:00 AM
World'Music to Putin's ears': Russian forces shoot down US droneAt first it seemed like an accident. But now a far more sinister plot has been revealed.15 Dec 09:42 PM
WorldItaly judge says German rescue boat captain can go freeItaly's Interior Minister Matteo Salvini is unhappy with the decision.02 Jul 08:20 PM
WorldItalian authorities arrest humanitarian rescue boat captain after dockingCaptain of humanitarian rescue vessel could face up to 10 years in prison for the act.29 Jun 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe whisky whack that ended Air NZ hijack dramaHijacker who wanted to crash an Air NZ plane into Suva was foiled with a bottle of scotch.18 May 05:00 PM
WorldCaptain feared death in migrant hijack at seaMigrants allegedly tried to hijack ship once they realised it was going back to Libya.29 Mar 10:53 PM
OpinionRifat Audeh: Terrorism is disproportionately blamed on MuslimsComment: Terrorism is more often against Muslims than committed by them.21 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeBritish humanitarian Terry Waite talks crime and punishmentBritish humanitarian Terry Waite speaks about crime and punishment in Whanganui06 Feb 04:00 PM
World117 migrants missing after dinghy sinks in Mediterranean SeaReportedly 120 were on the dinghy when it launched, only three survived.19 Jan 07:43 PM
CrimeFive years in jail and Terry Waite talks crime and punishmentGuest lecturer Terry Waite wants to shed some light on crime and punishment.23 Dec 06:30 PM
WorldHorror of Lockerbie - the deadliest terrorist attack on UK soilThe horror of the Lockerbie explosion lingers on 30 years later.15 Dec 05:35 AM
WorldUN agency: Trips across Mediterranean fall, but risks riseThe report says 2276 people died last year while trying to cross.03 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi investigated after rescuing migrants in MediterraneanA New Zealanders is facing prosecution for saving migrants crossing the Mediterranean.30 Jul 08:43 AM
WorldLibyan coast guard intercepts 180 migrantsMeanwhile, a standoff between Italy and Malta over a boat of refugees continued.11 Jun 05:00 PM
World26 girls found dead in MediterraneanWere they murdered or did they drown seeking a better life?08 Nov 03:24 AM
WorldSunbathers stunned as migrants storm beachSpain could surpass Greece this year as a gateway for migrants entering Europe by sea.10 Aug 11:32 PM
WorldPregnant women, kids among migrant deadHorrifying images of more than a dozen dead in latest migrant smuggling tragedy.26 Jul 07:13 PM
World'They are not treated like humans'Once a stepping stone for migrants, Libya is now home to a thriving trade in humans.02 Jul 06:58 PM
WorldWhy Middle East has cut ties with QatarThe Middle East was plunged into its biggest diplomatic crisis in years.06 Jun 04:37 AM
WorldHeavy fighting erupts in Libya's capitalHeavy clashes erupted between rival militias in Tripol, Libya.27 May 12:01 AM
WorldThousands rescued from MediterraneanHumanitarian ships blamed for undermining fight against people smugglers.26 Mar 08:48 PM
WorldWhite House says wire tap not newWhite House press conference on Obamacare and immigration ban.07 Mar 06:36 PM
WorldTrump: 'Courts seem to be so political'President Donald Trump denounced arguments against his immigration order as "disgraceful".08 Feb 05:25 PM
WorldTrump's ban has support of AmericansNearly one in two Americans support Donald Trump's block on some immigrants01 Feb 04:15 PM
WorldCharles: Don't forget lessons of pastThe Prince of Wales has warned the world is in danger of "forgetting the lessons of the past" in a speech about the Holocaust.31 Jan 08:26 PM
New ZealandMcCully slams MFat over US travel banUS Embassy confirms NZ dual citizens excluded from travel ban.31 Jan 07:51 PM
WorldIs Trump's ban a chilling prophecy?It was a chilling prediction issued as part of a propaganda video intended to fuel hatred between Muslims and the West.31 Jan 07:02 PM
New ZealandKiwi couple caught by Trump banA young Kiwi couple's dream to see America has been dashed - at least temporarily - by Donald Trump's ban on visitors from seven majority-Muslim nations.31 Jan 05:47 AM
PoliticsNZ Govt still unclear on US travel banPrime Minister Bill English says it remains unclear whether a US travel ban applies to New Zealanders who also hold a passport from Muslim-majority countries.31 Jan 01:26 AM
PoliticsEnglish urged to condemn Trump's travel banPrime Minister Bill English has a duty to speak out against US President Donald Trump's ban on Muslim travellers, the Green Party says.29 Jan 03:02 AM
WorldTrump's 'Muslim ban' causes chaosTravellers with valid visas and green cards have reportedly been prevented from boarding flights and turned away at US border control.28 Jan 05:54 PM
WorldRecord numbers of migrants drowning in MedThe United Nations have said that at least 239 migrants have drowned this week in two shipwrecks off the coast of Libya.03 Nov 10:42 PM
Banking and financeGoldman Sachs 'paid for prostitutes' to win Libya bidGoldman Sachs hoodwinked Libyan officials into investing more than £800m by plying them with prostitutes, lavish parties and luxury trips, a UK court has heard.14 Jun 12:00 AM
WorldHorror as migrant boat capsizesThis is the dramatic moment an overcrowded fishing boat carrying hundreds of migrants capsized off the Libyan coast.25 May 06:09 PM
