New Zealand's smoking ban goes up in smoke
New Zealand has overturned laws that would have banned the sale of cigarettes to future generations, the government said on Thursday, reported German news agency (dpa).
Thu Feb 29 2024
New Zealanders start voting in Oct. 14 general election
New Zelanders started voting for a new government as advance in-person balloting opened ahead of the Oct. 14 general election.
Mon Oct 02 2023
New Zealand removes final COVID-19 restrictions
New Zealand will no longer have to wear a face mask in health care facilities or isolate for seven days after contracting the virus.
Mon Aug 14 2023
New Zealand justice minister quits after being charged following car crash
Kiri Allan has resigned from all her portfolios immediately, after she was taken into police custody over the accident on Sunday.
Mon Jul 24 2023
New Zealand shooter kills two on eve of Women's Soccer World Cup
At least two people and an armed attacker were killed and five others wounded in a shooting in Auckland.
Thu Jul 20 2023
New Zealand PM disagrees with Biden, says Xi Jinping not a 'dictator'
The form of government that China has is a matter for the Chinese people, Chris Hipkins said.
Thu Jun 22 2023
Ardern receives New Zealand top honour for leadership during Covid, mosque attack
Jacinda Ardern was named the second highest honour in New Zealand, on King Charles birthday holiday celebrated by the country today.
Mon Jun 05 2023
NZ says cyclone damage could exceed $8 bln, announces emergency funding
The cyclone hit the North Island's northernmost region on Feb. 12 and tracked down the east coast, inflicting widespread destruction.
Mon Feb 20 2023
NZ police reach more people previously not contactable after Cyclone Gabrielle
Police said they had managed to make contact with 4,000 of the 6,500 people reported as having not been in contact since before the cyclone.
Mon Feb 20 2023
New Zealand declares national emergency as Cyclone Gabrielle wreaks havoc
Cyclone Gabrielle caused widespread flooding, landslides and huge ocean swells, forcing evacuations and stranding people on roof tops.
Tue Feb 14 2023
New Zealand's Ardern bids emotional farewell on last day as prime minister
Jacinda Ardern will resign on Wednesday and be replaced by the new Labour party leader, Chris Hipkins.
Tue Jan 24 2023
Chris Hipkins confirmed New Zealand's new PM, to focus on domestic issues
The New Zealand Labour Party has confirmed Chris Hipkins as the party's new leader and New Zealand's 41st Prime Minister.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Candidates to replace Jacinda Ardern to start making their bids
If a candidate is unable to secure two-thirds of the available votes on Sunday, the leadership contest will go to the wider membership.
Fri Jan 20 2023
With hugs, tears and Maori performers, NZ welcomes Australian visitors as curbs ease
Most travellers have to undertake pre-departure and arrival testing, while most foreigners are also required to be fully vaccinated.
Wed Apr 13 2022
New Zealand says it may not get to zero COVID-19 cases again
Bloomfield said the aim now was to try and get on top of the outbreak while also ramping up vaccination rates.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024