New ZealandCash-soliciting monks in Queen StQuestions surround people dressed as Buddhist monks who are targeting tourists and shoppers in Queen St to solicit cash donations for a Thai temple.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMessage from God arrives via textGod's message arrived in an unusual form for new Cardinal-elect John Dew. He was sleeping when he was woken by several beeps from his cellphone about 3am.05 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi named among Pope's new cardinalsThe Pope has named 15 new cardinals from Africa, Latin America and Asia to reflect a change in church demographics - and among them is NZ's John Dew.04 Jan 07:08 PM
WorldBacklash on Pope beginsPope Francis has put a spring in the step of the Catholic Church since his election nearly two years ago. But now the backlash has begun.02 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldRock star Pope's year of general awesomenessIn 2013 Pope Francis had a lot to celebrate. Not only was he named Time magazine person of the year, but was also awarded the title of Esquire's best-dressed man.26 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldPope's un-merry Christmas messageThe dangers of working too hard and succumbing to gossip can be found in every office - including the administrative body of the Roman Catholic Church.23 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldGirls choose death over rapeCaptured Yazidi girls in Iraq are killing themselves to escape rape and torture at the hands of Isis (Islamic State) militants holding them prisoner.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Unique Xmas we should all celebrateThe Marsden Cross is known to most of us only as a photograph. It is on a remote northern shore in the Bay of Islands, not as accessible as Waitangi or Russell.23 Dec 04:00 PM
World'Allahu Akbar' knifeman shot by French policeFrench police have shot dead a man who attacked them with a knife in a police station while shouting "Allahu Akbar", a source says.20 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandCase over Buddha ad to proceedA Rangoon court has upheld charges of insulting religion against a New Zealand bar manager and his two Burmese colleagues.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi denies he insulted Buddha in BurmaA New Zealand manager accused of insulting Buddhism in a promotional poster for a bar in Rangoon, Burma, has pleaded not guilty to three charges.18 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ Muslims in tears over supportNew Zealand Muslims were brought to tears by a social media display of solidarity in Sydney during the Lindt cafe siege.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDestiny's empire worth $20mDestiny Church has amassed a $20 million empire in cash, property investments and other assets as a result of its tax exempt status, accounts show.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi faces up to two years in Burmese prisonA Wellington man facing up to two years in a Burmese prison after he allegedly insulted Buddhism only moved back to the area in October with his partner and baby daughter.12 Dec 04:10 AM
New ZealandDiversity sets the style for Xmas partiesEmployers are changing the way they run Xmas parties to cater for more diverse workplaces, including an increase in Muslims who don't eat ham or drink alcohol.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMPs' new prayer rejectedParliament's Speaker David Carter today announced that the traditional prayer he uses to open daily sittings of Parliament will remain as is, with its Christian references.09 Dec 12:53 AM
OpinionPaul LittlePaul Little: Your Destiny is to pay and payFor Hannah Tamaki it must have been the week from - you'll pardon the expression - hell.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDestiny's $6 million windfallDestiny Church-affiliated charities received nearly $6million in donations in the last year after self-appointed Bishop Brian Tamaki demanded churchgoers give generously.06 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionHerald on Sunday Editorial: Destiny shows its true object of worshipSelf-appointed bishop Brian Tamaki was immensely proud of the money raised by his self-created Destiny Church this week. He asked parishioners to put their tithings on stage.06 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldPope gives top guard his marching ordersIt's not easy being a member of the Swiss Guard. There's the silly uniform to wear, and occasionally you might have to step in and risk your life to save the boss.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBishop paddles north in Marsden's wakeA kayaking Anglican bishop is about halfway through a 250km water pilgrimage from Auckland to the Bay of Islands.03 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDestiny Church's shower of cashIt looked as if it was raining money at Auckland's Destiny Church on Sunday, in photos tweeted by church leader Bishop Brian Tamaki.01 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionPaul Moon: Why historical milestones should matterBicentenaries are still rare in New Zealand, where reliably recorded history has a frustratingly short reach.01 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldMoses - myth or a man?Actor Christian Bale plays Moses in Ridley Scott's upcoming film <i>Exodus: Gods and Kings.</i> What light does it cast on the historical figure of Moses?30 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldKillers on agencies' radarsMichael Adebowale made no attempt to hide his rage or his thirst for revenge in his online conversation with a jihadi leader in Yemen.26 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionBrian Brandon: Science and religion don't have to compete to winThere are many things in life that involve winners and losers, such as the All Blacks versus Wales this weekend.19 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionDr Anwar Ghani: Don't link Muslim Kiwis to Isis terrorWe've had reports of abuse by Kiwis who think all Muslims are terrorists. I say to those responsible: when you scream at them as you drive by, you are terrifying them.17 Nov 08:30 PM
WorldHoly Muslim sites face ruinThe site in Mecca where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have been born is about to be "buried under marble" and replaced by a huge royal palace.13 Nov 04:00 PM
