WorldUkraine spy chief's wife ‘poisoned in assassination attempt’The substances in the target were 'in no way used in everyday life and military affairs.'28 Nov 09:38 PM
WorldIntercepted calls show growing number of Russian soldiers want out of Ukraine warThe urge to flee is common enough that soldiers talk of 500s — people who refuse to fight.27 Nov 07:51 PM
WorldRussia claims it downed dozens of drones headed for MoscowRussian authorities say Ukraine tried to attack Moscow with dozens of drones.26 Nov 10:29 PM
WorldOlive-picking children killed in latest Syria shellingShelling latest violation of truce reached in March 2020 between Russia and Turkey.25 Nov 11:09 PM
WorldRussia launches its largest drone attack since the start of invasionRussia launched 75 Iranian-made Shahed drones against Ukraine.25 Nov 08:32 PM
RoyalsQueen Camilla condemns abuse of female journalistsThe royal hailed women as among the ‘bravest reporters of all’.21 Nov 01:17 AM
New ZealandFather of Kiwi Andrew Bagshaw killed in Ukraine reflects on ‘the worst year of our lives’“He just said to us one day, ‘this is immoral’, and booked his air tickets.”19 Nov 08:00 PM
World'Not on the agenda': Ukrainians fear war fatigue as world’s attention is on GazaMoney continued to come in steadily - then the Israel-Hamas war broke out on October 7.19 Nov 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChina, Russia, Iran and the prospect of American retreatFinancial Times: US faces simultaneous security challenges in Asia, Europe, Middle East.14 Nov 12:48 AM
WorldRussian military reports successful intercontinental ballistic missile test launchThe report comes as tensions are soaring between Russia and the West.05 Nov 10:53 PM
WorldRussia steps up aerial barrage of UkraineUkraine prepares for another winter of infrastructure bombardment by Kremlin forces.03 Nov 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRisk of a wider Middle East war threatens a ‘fragile’ world economyNew York Times: Arter Covid and Russia's invasion of Ukraine, there's little cushion left.03 Nov 02:33 AM
WorldPutin calls meeting after mob storms Dagestan airport looking for Israelis on jet from Tel AvivHundreds of angry Russians attempted to raid an Israeli plane in Dagestan yesterday.30 Oct 08:30 PM
World'Gross violation of the law': Rioters swarm Israeli plane in RussiaHundreds of people stormed a Russian airport to protest the arrival of an Israeli flight.29 Oct 09:45 PM
WorldOn the frontline with Kiwi 'Ubers for the wounded' in UkraineKiwi journalist Tom Mutch travelled with ambulances donated by rich lister Tenby Powell.28 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionAs Israel-Gaza crisis worsens and UN remains impotent, what are NZ’s diplomatic options?OPINION: New Zealand must reassert its support for the laws of war.27 Oct 03:30 AM
World'Terror and murder': Russian rocket strike kills six in Ukraine portUkrainian officials say six people have died in a missile strike on a mail depot.22 Oct 09:58 PM
WorldRussia names new air force leader to replace rebellion-linked generalThe air force's acting head has been confirmed in the full post, state news reports.20 Oct 10:42 PM
WorldUS claims North Korea delivered weapons to RussiaSpeculation about a possible North Korean plan to refill Russia’s munition stores flares.17 Oct 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAnatomy of Labour’s collapse: From unprecedented support to devastating loss in three yearsArdern wanted to look after first-time Labour voters after 2020 win. What happened?17 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldRussian governor reported for saying there’s ‘no need’ for the war in UkraineCalls for Natalya Komarova's comments to be investigated.15 Oct 07:50 PM
OlympicsRussian athletes won't be barred from the Paris Olympics despite their country's suspension'We do not punish or sanction athletes for the acts of their officials or government.'15 Oct 01:21 AM
WorldSatellite photos fuel increasing fears of North Korean arms supply to RussiaRecent satellite photos show a sharp increase in rail traffic along the border.08 Oct 09:07 PM
WorldRussian missile attack kills 10yo boy and his grandmotherThe attack comes after a missile strike the previous day killed at least 52 civilians.06 Oct 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessKiwi businessman dodges missiles in ‘surreal’ return to UkraineFrom the dentist to the air raid shelter, "you never know what's going to kill you".06 Oct 12:55 AM
WorldWhat are Russia’s deadliest missile attacks on Ukraine?The Kremlin often claims its missiles are aimed at military assets or blames Ukraine.06 Oct 12:15 AM
WorldRussian strike on cafe kills 51, Ukrainian officials sayRussian rocket blast turned a village cafe and store in eastern Ukraine into rubble.05 Oct 11:51 PM
WorldFaulty hand grenade blamed for Prigozhin’s plane crashPutin has hinted Prigozhin's plane was brought down by an accidental grenade explosion.05 Oct 10:44 PM
WorldPutin says Russia could revoke nuclear test-ban treatyHe also announced the successful testing of a nuclear-powered cruise missile.05 Oct 09:36 PM
RoyalsRoyal family website 'targeted in Russian cyber attack'It is understood site was down for about an hour and a half.02 Oct 01:52 AM
Markets with MadisonOil price surge making Z Energy nervousDemand has dropped "quite substantially" as Brent crude nears US$100 a barrel.24 Sep 09:23 PM
WorldUkraine targets key Crimean city a day after striking Black Sea Fleet HQUkraine launched another missile attack on Sevastopol, on the Crimean Peninsula.24 Sep 01:53 AM
World'They are winning': Zelenskyy delivers upbeat war message, Republican support softensThe Ukrainian President received a quieter reception than the welcome he got last year.21 Sep 11:10 PM
WorldTense UN encounter that almost happenedUkrainian President and Russian Foreign Minister avoided staring each other down.20 Sep 09:45 PM
