WorldSyrian leader appears in public after shootout reportsWitnesses told AFP gunfire at the palace on December 30 wounded several people.05 Jan 09:16 PM
New ZealandCoroner wants internet restrictions, after teen dies imitating online actsThe coroner cites Australia's under-16 social media ban as a model for New Zealand.05 Jan 06:35 PM
New ZealandMillie Elder-Holmes goes public over relationship with Māori Queen’s brotherShe has shared a video online of the pair spending time together.05 Jan 04:31 AM
WorldTrump insists 'we need Greenland' despite Danish PM's calls to stop 'threatening' territory04 Jan 09:30 PM
PremiumNew Zealand'Blade or bayonet': FBI tip helps NZ Police foil mass stabbing by 21-year-old04 Jan 01:00 AM
EntertainmentElton John's sons pictured in rare photo shared to social mediaFans delighted by new picture of singer, his husband David Furnish and their two boys.02 Jan 10:45 PM
WorldSwiss investigators rush to identify victims of New Year's fireThe blaze at Crans-Montana’s Le Constellation bar killed about 40 people.02 Jan 06:29 AM
WorldWaitress paraded sparkler-topped champagne bottle through Swiss ski bar before blaze that killed 40The New Year’s Eve party was well underway when tragedy struck.01 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandKiwi social media website Neighbourly taken down after claims of data breachNeighbourly has shut its website while a specialist security team investigates.01 Jan 10:03 PM
New ZealandToo much screen time? Experts suggest stepping back this summerDr Lena Waizenegger says summer breaks are the ideal time to try a digital detox.01 Jan 05:00 PM
World'He literally saved our lives': Disney stunt worker hit by runaway Indiana Jones boulderThe stunt boulder broke free and bounced toward the seated audience.31 Dec 08:49 PM
WorldFrance plans social media ban for children aged under-15The initiative is backed by President Emmanuel Macron with a draft law drawn up.31 Dec 07:53 PM
AucklandSuitcase mix-up sends Kiwi woman’s bag on unexpected trip to AustraliaHer viral Waiheke community post drew comments from Europe, the US and Britain.31 Dec 05:00 AM
EntertainmentActor Ian Ziering sued over alleged road rage attack and false public claimsAccuser Jacob Hernandez says he was shoved, injuring riders and damaging bikes.31 Dec 01:47 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing dog after yacht capsizes off Northland coastWitnesses say the missing dog, Rimu, was wearing an orange life jacket.30 Dec 09:59 PM
BusinessWomen say LinkedIn rewards them for sounding more like menMegan Cornish saw her LinkedIn impressions jump fourfold after a ‘male coded’ revamp.30 Dec 12:00 AM
WorldBritish government refuses to deport Egyptian ‘extremist’Officials say his tweets do not meet the legal test for revoking citizenship.29 Dec 07:42 PM
World2025 in review: This is your teen’s brain on phones and social mediaNew studies have shed light on the risks of early smartphone access and heavy screen use.29 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldQuakers Hill stabbings: Man charged with murder of two people in homePolice say the alleged killer is the woman's former partner.29 Dec 12:02 AM
WorldStarmer under fire over British Egyptian activist's 'abhorrent' postsAlaa Abd el-Fattah returned days ago after years of efforts by UK to secure his release.28 Dec 08:20 PM
New Zealand‘Someone got their licence from the Weet-Bix box’: The year’s viral video hitsFrom spectacular driver fails to fireworks shenanigans, six wild moments caught on camera.28 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWorn down by worry, parents look longingly at Australia’s social media banNY Times: Many parents around the world want similarly tough action in their countries.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandReality star and dad clear the air after viral toy giveaway clash“We’ve been sweet for a couple of days, but people are still hurt.”28 Dec 05:50 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Snails, dinosaurs and weirdness – my review of 2025OPINION: A look at the odd, fun and joyful moments that made us proud to be Kiwi in 2025. 27 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'30 each, big ones 50': The Facebook posts that cost a diver his ute In 2025, MPI caught 26 people illegally trading kaimoana. Most received a warning.27 Dec 04:00 PM
World'Greatest Christmas gift': White House press secretary expecting baby girlShe and husband Nicholas Riccio, 60, already have a son born in 2024.27 Dec 07:02 AM
WorldTikToker asks for donations after fatally hitting pedestrian while livestreamingThe US woman has been charged with reckless homicide.26 Dec 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleTikTok’s mental health ‘rabbit hole’? It’s not in your headWashington Post: TikTok’s algorithm favours mental health content.26 Dec 05:00 PM
