Tens of thousands rally at New Zealand parliament against bill to alter Indigenous rights
Opponents say the bill seeks to dilute the rights of Maori and threatens to set race relations back decades.
Tue Nov 19 2024
New Zealand offers national apology to people abused in care
The report reveals 200,000 children and vulnerable adults in state and faith-based care suffered abuse, prompting an official apology.
Tue Nov 12 2024
New Zealand reclaims record for largest haka dance
New Zealanders turned out in force to Eden Park to participate in the event and take the record back from France who broke it in 2014.
Mon Sep 30 2024
New Maori Queen anointed as her father, the King, is buried
The new Maori Queen is chosen by Maori elders to replace her father, who died after his surgery last week.
Thu Sep 05 2024
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's Maori ask anti-vaccine protesters to stop using haka
Vaccine protesters have performed the "Ka Mate", a Maori haka composed in about 1820 by Te Rauparaha, war leader of the Ngti Toa tribe.
Mon Nov 15 2021
New Zealand to halt removal of 'at risk' children from families
A vast majority of the children taken, a process known locally as uplifting, are Maori.
Wed Sep 29 2021
New Zealand Maori leader ejected from parliament for not wearing a necktie
Waititi said forcing him to a Western dress code was a breach of his rights and an attempt to suppress indigenous culture.
Wed Feb 10 2021
NZ beaches closed as shark victim honoured
Lifeguards were on the lookout Thursday for a shark that killed a man off a crowded beach near Wellington.
Thu Feb 28 2013
Prince Charles, Camilla begin tour of New Zealand
Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, have visited an Auckland war museum and greeted indigenous Maori at the start of their tour of New Zealand.
Sun Nov 11 2012
Police use latest tech to assist in renewed investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's case
Police says the technology could produce a clearer picture of the location where Teoh Beng Hock was found dead 15 years ago digitally.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Family of American killed on Malaysian Airlines flight can sue Russian bank, US court rules
The flight was shot down over DPR-controlled territory in eastern Ukraine by a surface-to-air missile, killing all 298 people on board.
Wed Feb 05 2025
FLOODCOM: M'sia's first floating flood disaster command centre using nuclear technology
The floating flood disaster command centre incorporates nuclear technology to accelerate emergency response and coordination during floods.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Saudi Arabia says it won't establish ties with Israel without creation of Palestinian state
Saudi Crown Prince affirms kingdom's stance in a "clear, explicit manner" with no room for interpretation, says foreign ministry.
Wed Feb 05 2025
What are five new critical metal exports restricted by China?
China announced sweeping export restrictions targeting five metals used across defence, clean energy and other industries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump, in shock announcement, says US wants to take over Gaza Strip
The US will take over the Gaza Strip, and we will do a job with it too, says US President Donald Trump.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Air Busan to disallow power banks in overhead bins after plane fire
Any power banks should be kept with passengers so any overheating, smoke or fire can quickly be spotted and dealt with.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Can the US Congress intervene on Trump's tariffs?
The US Constitution gave Congress tariff powers, but for 70 years, it has passed laws shifting that authority to the president.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump proposes permanent displacement of Gazans with Netanyahu at White House
Trump repeated his call for Jordan, Egypt and other Arab states to take in Gazans.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Sweden's deadliest attack leaves 10 dead at Orebro adult school
Police said the gunman was believed to be among those killed.
Wed Feb 05 2025