Travel'This is absolutely insane': 'Shocking act' forces plane off courseFlight FR4978 is at centre of a political storm after it diverted from its destination.23 May 09:49 PM
World'Will knock their teeth out': Putin's chilling warning to foreign foesPutin has put out a strong warning to foreign countries - and he means business.20 May 06:55 PM
WorldWhen will Covid-19 vaccines be widely available globally?Even with Covax help, many countries won't reach 60 per cent coverage until 2023 or later.14 May 04:08 AM
WorldShooting in Russia kills 7 students, 1 teacher; suspect arrestedThe shooting in the Russian city of Kazan left seven students and one teacher dead.11 May 11:57 AM
New ZealandPoles found guilty in Bastion Pt cocaine trial, Russian sailor walks freeThe trio had pleaded not guilty to charges including importing cocaine.10 May 03:03 AM
WorldRussia celebrates 76th anniversary of WWII Victory DayMore than 12,000 military personnel took part in the parade on the streets of Moscow.09 May 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhere Ukrainians are preparing for all-out war with RussiaNew York Times: A makeshift dam of sand and clay could spark conflict in the East.09 May 12:09 AM
WorldRussia's new Covid-19 vaccine as reliable as an AK-47, Putin saysRussia has authorised a single-dose version of the homegrown Sputnik V vaccine.08 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandCocaine 'catcher' accused, sailor to learn fateVery "brazen" for sailor to return if guilty, jurors told in Bastion Pt case.07 May 04:53 AM
New ZealandBanana business 'legitimate', High Court drugs trial toldAccused's lawyer says her client was genuinely involved in the business.06 May 12:44 AM
CrimeSailor sauntered off ship with cocaine, Crown saysForeign crew made a fast fortune funnelling drugs into New Zealand, jurors told.04 May 04:04 AM
New ZealandCocaine trial trio have ecstasy charge tossed outSupposed drug messages could have come from anybody on ship, cocaine trial told.03 May 01:58 AM
New ZealandTrial hears of cocaine cops' secret break-inCocaine market is exploding, drug cop tells High Court trial.30 Apr 05:49 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAlexei Navalny's network is crumbling under Kremlin pressureNew York Times: Russia's suppression of dissent has entered a new phase.30 Apr 12:35 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldBiden calls for US to enter a new superpower struggleNew York Times: "We have to prove democracy still works," the US president says.29 Apr 08:20 PM
New ZealandTreasure map to cocaine found in secret codes, Auckland court hearsA cryptic message on a secret messaging app led detectives to a bizarre stash.27 Apr 12:15 AM
WorldImprisoned Putin critic Navalny to end his hunger strikeAlexei Navalny says he is ending the hunger strike which is putting his life at risk.24 Apr 12:09 AM
WorldRussia pulls its troops from Ukraine borderRussia claims the goals of the military's "readiness exercise" have now been met.23 Apr 03:12 AM
World'They will regret their deeds': Putin's stark warning to the West'I hope no one gets the idea to cross the so-called red line with Russia,' warned Putin.22 Apr 08:06 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'We know how to defend our interests': Putin's emerging hard lineNew York Times: Putin seems intent on teaching Biden and other Western leaders a lesson.20 Apr 08:42 PM
World'Highest military deployment in history': Fears 'spark' could escalate Ukraine conflictMore than 100,000 Russian troops have massed at the border.20 Apr 04:13 AM
WorldJailed Kremlin critic Navalny to be moved to hospital in another prisonRussian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is in the third week of a hunger strike.19 Apr 09:20 AM
World'Allow a doctor to see my dad', says jailed opposition leader's daughterSeveral doctors have warned that Alexei Navalny is in a critical condition.19 Apr 12:16 AM
WorldPutin critic Alexei Navalny 'could die at any moment' - doctorThe imprisoned 44-year-old is in the third week of a hunger strike.17 Apr 09:01 PM
WorldUS to sanction Russia over cyber attacks, election interferenceThe US sanctions will be the first retaliatory act against Kremlin for last year's hack.15 Apr 03:28 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldPutin's secret army – and the chef he chose to run itTimes: How did a former hot-dog seller end up becoming one of Russia's most powerful men?14 Apr 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionIs it time to forge closer trade links with Russia?Opinion: Chinese suspension of seafood exports is a timely reminded to consider options.12 Apr 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'You can't trust anyone': Russia's hidden Covid-19 toll is an open secretNew York Times: Russia is growing used to living in a pandemic.11 Apr 04:03 AM
WorldUS backs Ukraine amid military build-up at Russian borderFighting between Russian-backed separatists and Ukrainian troops first broke out in 2014.09 Apr 01:00 AM
WorldXi and Putin tighten their grips on powerThey're not leaders for life — not technically, at least.07 Apr 11:58 PM
WorldPutin's power grab: Russian leader signs law securing two more termsRussia's President rewrites the rules so he can potentially hold on to power until 2036.06 Apr 09:47 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyWhy NZ's big Apec challenge is so importantProgress on key trade issues is a major part of the forum - chairman04 Apr 09:00 PM
WorldThree Russian bomber pilots killed by ejection seat glitchThe crew were accidentally shot out of the long-range bomber during pre-flight checks.23 Mar 11:34 PM
WorldIce cold: Putin stars in 'killer' new photoshootThe photos are the latest publicity photos showing Putin in the Russian wilderness.21 Mar 05:31 PM
