New Zealand

New Zealand election early count shows two main parties near deadlocked

With just over a quarter of votes counted, both major parties were polling just under 30%, separated by a few thousand votes, in an election dominated by a struggling economy.

Ballot boxes stand inside a voting place at St Anne’s Anglican Church on the day of the general election in Wellington, New Zealand, November 7, 2026.
Two helicopters in Nepal moments before crashing, November 3, 2026.

Indian national killed, New Zealander injured, after helicopters collide in Mount Everest region

 A man casts his vote in the Israeli general elections, at a polling station in Jerusalem, on November 1, 2022.

First Israeli ballots cast as diplomats vote abroad from New Zealand to New York

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Flydubai hijacker studied in UK, New Zealand, Australia, countries investigating - report


Leaders of Australia, New Zealand and Canada call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

"Israel must listen to the concerns of the international community," the leader's statement said.

 Francesca Albanese, UN special rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories, attends a side event during the Human Rights Council at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, March 26, 2024.

Want to go whale-watching? Try these spots

Whales are some of the most incredible and awe-inspiring animals on Earth. Here are some of the best places you can go watch them.

A humpback whale breaches off in the coast of Ilhabela, state of Sao Paulo, Brazil July 22, 2023.

British-Jewish author Neil Gaiman accused of sexual assault

Gaiman strongly denies these accusations, and says the claims are related to the two women's regret over the relationship.

 Neil Gaiman.

Discovery of oldest sea monster fossil in New Zealand sheds light on dawn of dinosaur age

Oldest polar sea dinosaur vertebra, 246 million years old, found in New Zealand challenges migration theories, shedding light on early Southern Hemisphere reptile presence.

 Fossil of a nothosaurus, 2017.

Top 5 most dangerous roads in the world

From Skippers Canyon Road in New Zealand to BR-319 in Brazil. Here are five of the world's most dangerous roads.


New Zealand pressured to expel Israeli ambassador by pro-Palestinians

One of New Zealand's pro-Palestinian groups called for an immediate ceasefire in a rally in Auckland on Sunday while bashing the current government for not doing anything against ongoing "genocide."

 A person uses a microphone during a protest near the perimeter of the 96th Academy Awards, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Los Angeles, California, U.S., March 10, 2024.

New Zealand lists Hamas as terrorist group, sanctions 'extremist' Israeli settlers

It does not prevent New Zealand from providing humanitarian and future development assistance for civilians in Gaza or from giving consular support to New Zealand citizens in Gaza.

 Christopher Luxon, Leader of the National Party waves to supporters at his election party after winning the general election to become New Zealand’s next prime minister in Auckland, New Zealand, October 14, 2023.

Canada, Australia, New Zealand call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

"We are gravely concerned by indications that Israel is planning a ground offensive into Rafah. A military operation into Rafah would be catastrophic," the statement said.

 Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes remarks during a pro-Israel rally at the Soloway Jewish Community Centre in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada October 9, 2023.

Kiwi found to improve mental health - study

“Kiwi fruit is a nutrient-dense fruit that is relatively high in fiber, folate, and potassium, all of which have been linked to mental health outcomes," according to professor Tamlin Conner.

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New Zealand to send defense team to support Red Sea security

US and British forces carried out a fresh round of strikes on Monday, targeting a Houthi underground storage site as well as missile and surveillance capabilities, the Pentagon said.

 Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4 takes off. Royal Air Force Typhoon aircraft have conducted precision strike operations against Houthi military targets in response to further attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.