New Zealand opposition leader launches campaign for 'brave' tackling of inequality
Ardern is riding a surge in the polls just three weeks after her appointment to the leadership of the centre-left Labour Party opened up what had been predicted to be a straightforward re-election.
Sun Aug 20 2017
New Zealand's new leader names his cabinet, changes inner circle
After popular leader John Key's surprise resignation, the National Party had a chance to refresh its line-up of senior politicians.
Sun Dec 18 2016
Bill English elected to replace New Zealand PM Key
The centre-right National Party caucus met to confirm the decision on Monday morning with English to be officially sworn in at Government House in Wellington later in the day.
Sun Dec 11 2016
Three-way battle to replace John Key as New Zealand PM
Three MPs, including the deputy leader, put their hand up Tuesday to be New Zealand's next prime minister following the bombshell resignation of the popular John Key.
Tue Dec 06 2016
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key resigns
"This is the hardest decision I've ever made and I don't know what I'll do next," he said at a press conference.
Mon Dec 05 2016
Two killed as powerful earthquake hits New Zealand
A powerful earthquake and series of aftershocks shook New Zealand early on Monday, killing at least two people and prompting a tsunami warning
Mon Nov 14 2016
New Zealand rejects flag change: preliminary results
New Zealanders voted convincingly against a proposal to ditch Britain's Union Jack from the national flag, preliminary results released by election officials showed.
Thu Mar 24 2016
Throwing sex toys 'wrong image' for New Zealand: PM
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce was hit in the face by a pink dildo thrown at him by a protester during national day celebrations in the northern town of Waitangi on Friday.
Sat Feb 06 2016
US-led Trans-Pacific Partnership signed by 12 nations
Trans-Pacific Partnership signed by 12 nations.
Thu Feb 04 2016
New Zealand PM 'ecstatic' over election victory
Key confirmed his popularity with New Zealanders, increasing his vote despite a tumultuous campaign.
Sat Sep 20 2014
Diplomat's return uncertain, more psychiatric tests ordered
Muhammad Rizalman Ismail may not be able to travel just yet as doctors have ordered for more psychiatric tests.
Sun Jul 06 2014
Envoy invokes immunity to escape sex crime charge in New Zealand
A foreign diplomat facing sex charges in New Zealand has escaped prosecution after invoking diplomatic immunity.
Sun Jun 29 2014
NZ Prime Minister hopes people to restore confidence in NZ products
New Zealand's Prime Minister John Key hoped that consumers will restore their confidence in New Zealand's products after the Fonterra's scandal.
Sat Aug 10 2013
New Zealand PM accuses milk scare firm of 'staggering' delay
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key on Monday accused dairy giant Fonterra of delaying.
Mon Aug 05 2013
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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