Wellington PhoenixFans donate $135k in a day so Phoenix star can have knee surgeryPlayer will travel to Doha for surgery at Aspetar hospital, where she was treated in 2021.25 Feb 04:20 AM
Wellington PhoenixWellington Phoenix star turns to Givealittle to fund $135k knee surgeryShe wants surgery at Qatar's Aspetar hospital after a second serious ACL tear.24 Feb 03:29 AM
WorldKiwi woman, 27, injured after bus plunges 200m into Himalayan river, killing 19Police say nearly half of those onboard have died, with 25 still in hospital.23 Feb 06:09 PM
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WorldHiker dies, hundreds rescued after sudden Everest snowstorm in TibetFirefighters used yaks and horses to reach stranded hikers near Mt Everest.06 Oct 07:47 PM
WorldLandslides and floods kill 64 in Nepal, IndiaHundreds of travellers remain stranded after highways and flights were cut off.05 Oct 06:41 PM
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WorldNepal's first female PM takes charge after deadly anti-corruption protestsMore than 50 people were killed in a week of unrest in the mountain nation.13 Sep 11:22 PM
TravelOne way to truly immerse yourself when visiting NepalTired of being a tourist? It may be time to try this travel approach. 12 Sep 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘I never imagined this’: Soldier describes Kathmandu in flamesNew York Times: Gen Z protesters want former chief justice as interim leader.12 Sep 05:23 AM
WorldNepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quitsNepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quits. This follows a large protest over a proposed and already redacted 'social media ban'.Watch10 Sep 02:41 AM
WorldGen Z protests force Nepal leader outPresident Ramchandra Paudel pleaded for restraint as violence spread nationwide.09 Sep 07:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldNepal's PM resigns after deadly 'Gen Z protests'New York Times: At least 19 people were killed and 400 injured in violent protests.09 Sep 05:00 PM
World17 killed as Nepal police crack down on anti-ban protestsAbout 400 people were injured, including more than 100 police officers.08 Sep 07:55 PM
World'Game-changer': Drones airlift 300kg of trash from EverestEach drone can carry as much garbage in 10 minutes as 10 people in six hours.26 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCoronation Street star living life to the fullest after beating cancerIn 2019, Sally raised £100,000 for Prevent Breast Cancer by trekking to Everest base camp.02 Jul 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThey inhaled gas and scaled Everest in days. Is it the future of mountaineering?New York Times: The British climbers' use of xenon gas for rapid ascent stirs controversy.27 May 11:27 PM
EntertainmentHollywood stars descend on Nepal to film Everest biopicTom Hiddleston will star as Kiwi mountaineering pioneer Sir Edmund Hillary.07 May 06:00 AM
WorldPlans to replace Mt Everest Sherpas with drones branded ‘idiotic’Drones can transport 15kg, replacing tasks that took hours on foot.18 Mar 08:07 PM
New ZealandFormer minister takes leave to trek Mt Everest after controversyAndrew Bayly stepped down after grabbing a staffer's arm in an 'animated' discussion.10 Mar 03:51 AM
New ZealandWhat’s it like to be Sir Edmund Hillary’s grandson?The trust focuses on education, funding scholarships and renovating classrooms.01 Mar 10:00 PM
Travel newsKiwis in Tibet urged to register online following deadly quakeMFAT urges Kiwis currently overseas to register on SafeTravel following quake in Tibet.07 Jan 10:00 PM
WorldQuake in China’s Tibet kills 126 with tremors felt in Nepal, IndiaA devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region collapsed 'many buildings'.07 Jan 09:08 AM
Travel newsNepal suspends helicopters in Everest region after protestsLocals continue to demand action on environmental issues.06 Jan 09:06 PM
TravelOnly have a day in Kathmandu? Here's what to doI had 24 hours in Kathmandu, this is how I spent it.16 Nov 06:00 AM
WorldHis remains have been found on Everest, but who was the real Sandy Irvine?The discovery of Irvine's boot has reignited debate over who reached the summit first.12 Oct 08:15 PM
WorldDiscovery of climber’s boot could solve mystery of who conquered Everest firstWere Hillary and Norgay first to summit? Discovery of climber's remains may change that.11 Oct 06:53 PM
