WorldUkraine fighters shell Russia-occupied Donetsk, kill 25Donetsk is one of four regions in Ukraine that Russia annexed illegally in 2022.21 Jan 06:52 PM
WorldNato warns of all-out war with Russia in next 20 yearsTop official urges civilians as well as governments to prepare for life-changing conflict.19 Jan 06:42 AM
WorldUkraine shoots down $560 million Russian spy planeKyiv’s forces also shot down an Il-22 airborne command centre in the attack.15 Jan 05:39 PM
WorldBritish PM visits Ukraine to give aid and reassurances of West’s supportBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced new military funding for Ukraine.12 Jan 08:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTop NZ businessman falsely accused of being a Russian spyBillionaire forced to go to court to defend his reputation against resurfaced smears.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Huge vacuum': Can democracy survive 2024?FT: A record 2 billion people are set to go to the polls as autocracy spreads worldwide.10 Jan 09:33 PM
New ZealandNZ joins international community in condemning North Korea's supply of missiles to RussiaUS intelligence says North Korea has been supplying Russia with missiles used in Ukraine.10 Jan 02:19 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionRed flag: Russian-owned NZ company's liquidation highly unusualThe liquidation was quite out of the ordinary for several reasons, Pritesh Patel said.04 Jan 05:51 PM
All WhitesMonty's mission: From FA Cup glory to helping young Kiwi footballersA kind-hearted Kiwi football star is giving back in the best way possible.03 Jan 06:28 PM
WorldPutin lauds Russian unity in his New Year’s address as war overshadows celebrationPresident's video to Russians was significantly shorter than his last New Year’s speech.31 Dec 08:15 PM
WorldShelling kills 14 in Russia following Moscow’s aerial attacksRussia identified the ammunition used in the strike as Czech-made Vampire rockets.30 Dec 09:30 PM
World'The most massive aerial attack': Russia launches huge air assault on UkraineAt least 30 civilians are killed in seemingly one of the war's biggest aerial attacks.29 Dec 07:07 PM
WorldJail time, lawsuit and apologies after ‘almost naked’ party of Russian elitesThe recent party has provoked a scandal.29 Dec 01:06 AM
WorldUkraine celebrates Christmas on December 25 for the first time, distancing itself from RussiaChristmas carries more than spiritual weight for many Ukrainians this year.26 Dec 03:43 AM
WorldImprisoned Putin critic found after three weeks 'missing'Lawyers for Russian opposition leader had not been able to reach him since December 6.25 Dec 07:13 PM
WorldUkraine disappointed by stalemate with RussiaTwenty-two months since Russia invaded, it has about one-fifth of Ukraine in its grip.21 Dec 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWhat if Russia wins?Financial Times: The West is toying with the idea of letting Vladimir Putin have Ukraine.21 Dec 07:18 PM
Politics'Support for Ukraine’s sovereignty remains strong and constant' - Luxon tells ZelenskyyThe two leaders spoke this morning about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.21 Dec 05:00 AM
WorldVladimir Putin increases military pressure on UkraineRussia is building up its resources for a new stage of the war over the winter20 Dec 08:00 PM
WorldBritain ramps up naval support for Ukraine to ‘keep Kyiv in the fight’The initiative is part of a 10-year security pact to be signed soon with Ukraine.18 Dec 10:36 PM
WorldUkrainian drone video provides grim look at casualties of warRussian forces press forward in bid to capture the town of Avdiivka in Ukraine.17 Dec 08:36 PM
World'Why is your reality at odds with ours?': Putin faces critique on live TVText attacks on Putin appeared during an annual phone-in on Russian media.14 Dec 09:32 PM
WorldRussian volunteers join Ukrainians to fight Putin’s troopsYoung Russian has decided to act — against Russia, his home and country.14 Dec 08:57 PM
World'Fight for freedom': EU opens membership negotiations with UkraineBut Hungary's PM Viktor Orban remains steadfastly opposed.14 Dec 08:22 PM
WorldRussian missile attack on Kyiv wounds 53 peopleRussia has been stockpiling its air-launched cruise missiles from its heavy bomber fleet.14 Dec 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financePutin’s good friends in AmericaFinancial Times: Whoever controls Ukraine controls Eurasia.13 Dec 05:49 PM
EntertainmentTom Cruise unexpectedly falls for Russian socialiteThe Mission Impossible actor is reportedly 'besotted' with his new partner.13 Dec 05:00 PM
World'It's a fight for freedom': Zelenskyy pleads his cause for more US aidVolodymyr Zelenskyy has told leaders in the US he can win against Russia if they help.12 Dec 11:06 PM
WorldRussian opposition leader disappears from max security prison during transferNavalny has been serving a 19-year term on charges of extremism.12 Dec 03:38 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldWho’s a ‘coloniser’? How an old word became a new weaponNew York Times: As an insult or a line of attack, 'colonial' is enjoying a field day.11 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: NZ soldier's emotional reunion with son after Ukraine tour of dutyFormer infantryman home for Christmas after being shot and blown up by Russian forces.09 Dec 02:17 AM
WorldVladimir Putin to seek another term as Russian presidentLeader is aiming to extend his rule of over two decades.08 Dec 06:44 PM
WorldPath clear for Putin’s fifth term as Russia sets election datePresident hasn’t announced his intention to run again, but he is expected to do so.07 Dec 08:06 AM
World'Brutality, criminality, and depravity': US files war crime charges against Russian soldiersIt's the first prosecution against members of the Russian armed forces for war crimes.07 Dec 12:44 AM
