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Israel says Gaza medics’ killing a ‘mistake’, to dismiss commander
An Israeli report admits mistakes led to the deaths of 15 health workers in Gaza.
'Urgent international co-operation': Crime rings threaten integrity of NZ sport
The Sport Integrity Commission has sought advice from Interpol on organised crime.
UN alarmed as 15 medics killed in Gaza, urges war crime probe
Fifteen medics and aid workers were killed in Gaza after shots hit their ambulances.
Survivor pulled from rubble after 90 hours trapped as Myanmar quake toll hits 2700
The earthquake in Myanmar has killed at least 2719 people, with 441 still missing.
‘Cannot be any survivors’: Grim search after Myanmar earthquake
Myanmar's junta confirmed about 1700 dead, 3400 injured, and 300 missing.
Why the UN is urging NZ to reassess its tax policies
A 2023 study found the wealthiest Kiwis pay a 9.4% median effective tax rate.
Israel launches strikes on Lebanon after cross-border rocket fire, risking ‘new war’
Lebanese PM warned the escalation risks dragging the country into ‘a new war’.
Netanyahu warns Gaza strikes ‘only the beginning’ amid stalled talks
Netanyahu warned future talks with Hamas 'will take place only under fire.'
UN condemns major livestock theft amid West Bank settler violence
Palestinian Bedouins report theft of 1500 livestock by Israeli settlers.
‘Complete destruction’: Israel resumes Gaza bombing amid hostage crisis
Israel's renewed Gaza strikes killed more than 400, Gaza health ministry reports.
‘Exploited and abused’: UN judge’s shocking modern slavery conviction
Lydia Mugambe forced a young woman to work as her maid for free.
ICJ hearings on Israel’s aid obligations to Palestinians set for April
Israel blocked aid to Gaza on March 2, affecting 2.4 million Palestinians.
‘Must cease immediately’: UN rights chief condemns Syria killings
The UN and several governments condemned the violence and called for justice.
Editorial: Should the Black Caps boycott Afghanistan? How to send a stronger message
OPINION: NZ cricket bosses say Afghanistan's leaders would want them to ban play.
Why Black Caps continue to play country run by ‘terrorist’ regime
NZ cricket bosses say Afghanistan's leaders would want them to ban play.
‘Free choice’: Arab leaders unveil Gaza plan to rival Trump’s vision
The reconstruction is estimated to cost $50 billion, funded by wealthy Arab states.
Farming co-ops can get bad rap on green scale but can also be a force for good
Analysis: The United Nations named 2025 the International Year of Co-operatives.
Opinion: World Children’s Day – NZ must spend more on foreign aid for young people
OPINION: 2024 was a horrific year for many of the world’s children.
‘Blatant violation’: Hamas accuses Israel as prisoner release stalls
Hamas released six hostages on Saturday; Israel postponed the prisoner exchange.
‘Get our money back’: Trump’s demand amid Ukraine negotiations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was 'not ready' to sign a deal.
‘Abhorrent and cruel’: UN slams Hamas' handover of hostages' remains
Hamas handed over four hostages' remains in a public ceremony in Khan Yunis.
UN expert: Russia holds 2000 political prisoners a year after Navalny death
Alexei Navalny's death highlights repression and erosion of human rights in Russia.
Israel defies UN, vows to cut ties with UNRWA
Supported by the US, Israel will cease contact with UN’s Palestinian relief agency.
WFP accuses Israel of firing on aid convoy in Gaza
WFP: Israeli forces fired on marked convoy in Gaza, endangering staff.
Desperation in Kabul: 35,000 women face education ban
UN warns ban could lead to 'unnecessary suffering, illness, and possibly deaths.'
Cop29 deal faces criticism from vulnerable nations and activists
The Cop29 climate change conference has wrapped up with a controversial deal.
'Suicide pact for the rest of the world': Outrage as climate talks reach new US$300b finance deal
Wealthy nations say it is politically unrealistic to expect more money.