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
First among equals: how Kamala Harris must rewrite the history of female political leadership to win
It only remains to be seen whether the US, the world and Kamala Harris herself are ready for that role.
Sun Nov 03 2024
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
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
Former NZ PM Jacinda Ardern accepts Harvard fellowships
Jacinda Ardern said she was taking up three fellowships at Harvard University later in 2023.
Wed Apr 26 2023
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern to help tackle online extremism
Jacinda Ardern will also be on the board of an environmental prize set up by Prince William as she looks ahead to a life after politics.
Tue Apr 04 2023
Across globe, women battle 'gendered disinformation'
Women around the globe battle falsehoods that reinforce stereotypes that they are unintelligent or inefficient.
Sat Apr 01 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
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
A sign of the times, NZ PM Ardern's resignation resonates for women in power
In the wake of her resignation, Jacinda Ardern has been lauded as a leader who brought grace and generosity of spirit to the job.
Thu Jan 19 2023
Ardern's successor as Labour leader faces tough October election
Ardern's Labour Party has slid in the polls, hurt by rising living costs, growing crime and concern about social issues.
Thu Jan 19 2023
New Zealand Prime Minister Ardern says she will step down next month
Jacinda Ardern said she will not seek reelection.
Thu Jan 19 2023
Jacinda Ardern's "arrogant prick" comment earns thousands for charity
Jacinda Ardern was caught uttering the derogatory term about David Seymour under her breath during a debate in parliament on Dec 13.
Thu Dec 22 2022
New Zealand court rules voting age of 18 is discriminatory
Parliament is discussing whether it should be lowered.
Mon Nov 21 2022
Woman arrested after allegedly smashing New Zealand PM's office
According to emergency services at the scene, Ardern's office was targetted and attacked by a sword which was found on the ground outside.
Thu Oct 27 2022
US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India
The Trump administration has increasingly turned to the military to help carry out its immigration agenda.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation
Countries from Russia, China, Spain, Ireland and the UK say they continue to support the two-state solution.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong
Trump's crackdown on de minimis would make the products sold by the likes of Shein and Temu more expensive.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US plan to take over Gaza: Malaysia's stance on Palestine unchanged - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's stance remains the same as that of other Islamic countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US freezes funding for security mission tackling Haiti's gangs
More than $13 million in US funding for an international security force helping fight armed gangs in Haiti has been frozen, the UN says.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Over 40,000 civil servants at high risk of mental health issues - Zaliha
A total of 44,901 civil servants were screened under Public Service Psychological Health Digital Profiling System, says Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Wed Feb 05 2025
India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Philippine Congress endorses impeachment complaint against vice president
Vice President Sara Duterte would be the Philippines' second most senior official to face removal from office.
Wed Feb 05 2025
What is a sovereign wealth fund?
Sovereign wealth funds are investment vehicles owned by countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism
The current alarm over Trumps tariff threats overlooks a key point: global markets are resilient and adaptable.
Wed Feb 05 2025