OpinionEditorial: Pope's brave call raises hopes highEditorial: The papacy is one of precious few institutions in the modern world that does not change very much.12 Feb 04:29 PM
WorldWorld reacts to Pope’s resignationPope Benedict’s resignation has been greeted with surprise, admiration and disappointment from around the world.12 Feb 04:31 AM
WorldPope's resignation a 'surprising move', says KeyJohn Key is shocked about the Pope's resignation, describing the move by the 85-year-old as a "brave call".11 Feb 12:30 PM
WorldDaughters cross church picket linehelps-Roper, the granddaughter of founder Reverend Fred Phelps, was once described as the "future leader" of the church. But she and her 19-year-old sister, Grace, confirmed this week that they had departed the Kansas-based congregation in November.08 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandScientology wants NZ to 'ease up'Scientology has no official doctrine that we are descended from aliens but members of its order do sign billion-year contracts "to symbolise their eternal commitment".06 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionAnne Penketh: Role of women under scrutiny in new Islamist-ruled EgyptEgypt used to be a place where you never gave a second thought to personal safety, writes Anne Penkith. Egyptians are hospitable, charming and honest - on the whole.28 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldGunbattles erupt in Port SaidThe streets of Port Said were convulsed by gun battles as groups of civilians, some using Kalashnikov machineguns, launched attacks on police stations and an army club.28 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandCraig: Society right to discriminateConservative Party leader Colin Craig says homosexuality is a choice and society is right to discriminate against gay relationships.22 Jan 04:30 PM
New Zealand12 Questions: Martin DevlinYour formative years were spent at St Patrick's College in Silverstream. What has Catholicism ingrained in you?14 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionTapu MisaTapu Misa: Christmas should be a time of hope for us allA Christmas story from an associate, who was in a Salvation Army op shop when a family - mum, dad, and three children - stopped by to drop off a new bike.24 Dec 04:00 AM
OpinionMichael Hewat: Christmas message inverts the quest for GodTheists, and perhaps some atheists too, might thank God for Dr Zain Ali's gracious and insightful comments about God and religion.24 Dec 03:00 AM
OpinionRhys Darby: The end was nigh...I never believed the world would suddenly end, but I liked the idea that it was possible.23 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldReferendum a victory for PresidentEgypt's Islamist-backed constitution received a "yes" majority in a final round of voting on a referendum that saw a low voter turnout.23 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Let's embrace this season of tolerance and goodwillA Christmas card from the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran wishes us a Merry Christmas. There is nothing unusual about that.23 Dec 04:29 PM
New ZealandThe end - and we're still hereWhen a mynah bird fell from the sky in front of a startled Katja Wernicke, she wondered if the doomsday predictions might be right.22 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandIt's a matter of faithWhether one is "religious" or not, everyone is a person of faith. If that sounds like a contradiction, the fact is that each one of us has faith, because faith is defined as having belief and trust in someone or something.21 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandTwelve Questions: Vicki HydeIt's the end of the world tomorrow, according to the Mayan calendar. Vicky Hyde, spokeswoman for the NZ Skeptics Society ponders what it all means and what she'd take to the bunker.19 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldTaleban kill six in polio programmeHealth experts have condemned a "devastating" assault by the Pakistan Taleban in which five female polio vaccinators were shot dead in co-ordinated attacks across two cities.19 Dec 03:30 PM
OpinionZain Ali: Space for all in religious debateReligious faith undoubtedly has the power to inspire, although in many cases it seems to inspire irrational acts of hatred and violence.18 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandHow to survive doomsdayDoomsayers believe December 21, 2012, marks the end of an ancient Mayan calendar - and, therefore, the onset of world-ending natural or extraterrestrial catastrophes.13 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBorn on 12/12/12 at 12.12pmIn what her parents hope is a good omen, Scarlett Anne Lowe was born at 12.12pm on December 12, 2012.12 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionOlinda Woodroffe: Pacific ministers well placed to combat violenceI'd like to see church ministers being proactive in curbing violence before it happens. It is good to see church ministers taking a positive step to curb violence.11 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandReligions unite against violenceMore than 40 New Zealand religious leaders have taken a joint stand today against violence towards women or children.09 Dec 06:49 PM
