Drug-testing of Kiwi drivers starts today in biggest road policing change in 30-plus years
While the roadside test only screens for four drugs, the laboratory testing will test for all 25 drugs…
No reprieve for Nicola Willis expected from Treasury forecasts, as return to surplus in question
It has been difficult for Willis to completely rein in spending at a time the economy has needed…
Waikato: One dead, three injured in Waipā crash
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Alice Robinson wins first super-G World Cup event in St Moritz
“I always felt like I was holding back in Super G a bit [before], but not a part…
Two in police custody after 10 confirmed dead in shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach
WARNING: Content may be distressing. Ten people have been confirmed dead in a shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach.…
China ends tax break on condoms in push to lift falling birth rate
“Decisions about having children in China today are shaped primarily by broader economic and lifestyle factors, such as…
Kiwis Fin Melville Ives, Luke Harrold claim World Cup freeski halfpipe quinella in China
He said he hadn’t trained well before the event. “I had to swap my run with about 10…
1 person seriously injured in Christchurch Akaroa Rd crash involving car and cyclist
One person in a serious condition was transported to hospital by helicopter. The St John spokesperson said one…
Geminids meteor shower: Best time to see it in New Zealand skies
RNZ 14 Dec, 2025 01:35 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription.…
US troops killed in Isis attack on joint patrol in Syria’s Palmyra
Three other injured US troops were “doing well”, Trump said. The soldiers “were conducting a key leader engagement”…
Brown University active shooter: Campus in lockdown as police search
“There’s an active shooter situation near Barus and Holley. Brown and Providence Police are on scene,” the school…
Man seeking half of family home bought by ex granted 15% share in Family Court ruling
The Family Court has ruled that granting a man an equal share of the family home owned by…