New Zealand: News
How Taika Waititi balances absurd comedy with real emotion
Taika Waititi has carved a niche for himself in Hollywood with his ability to seamlessly blend humor and drama in his films.
This extinct 12-feet-tall bird may soon roam among us
Colossal Biosciences, the firm that resurrected the long-lost dire wolf, is now looking to bring back another extinct creature: the Moa.
Bezos-funded satellite gets lost in space: What went wrong?
A satellite funded by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has been declared lost in space while on a crucial climate change mission.
A single brain scan can reveal how fast you're aging
Researchers at Duke University, Harvard, and the University of Otago in New Zealand have developed an innovative tool that can determine a person's rate of aging.
How Taika Waititi mixes humor and culture like no one
Taika Waititi is a powerhouse in Hollywood, famous for his one-of-a-kind storytelling and humor blended with serious themes.
US, China, Hong Kong lead rush for NZ's 'golden' visas
New Zealand has witnessed a surge in applications for its revamped foreign investor migrant visa scheme. The government hopes to attract high-net-worth individuals to boost economic growth.
Why Taika Waititi's storytelling hits different
From his unique storytelling to his creative vision, Taika Waititi has become an integral part of modern-day Hollywood.
New Zealand approves 'magic mushrooms' for depression
New Zealand has approved the medicinal use of psilocybin, a psychedelic compound found in "magic mushrooms."
New Zealand PM's staff, who secretly filmed sex workers, resigns
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is contemplating new privacy laws following allegations against his deputy chief press secretary, Michael Forbes.
Pakistani player's rude behavior after loss to India sparks outrage
A video has gone viral on social media showing a Pakistani player's aggressive behavior toward an Indian player during the Asia-Oceania Junior (U-16) Davis Cup playoff in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.
New Zealand PM proposes social media ban for under-16s
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has suggested a law banning children under 16 from using social media platforms.
New Zealander tricked by 4 into speaking Marathi slurs
Four unidentified men have been booked after a video emerged of them fooling a New Zealand national into using Marathi swear words.
Why Canada's investor visas are among world's best
Canada's investor visa program has been ranked among the top five in the world, according to the 2025 Global Residence Program Index by Henley & Partners.
'World's ugliest animal' wins New Zealand's 'fish of the year'
The blobfish, once dubbed the "world's ugliest animal," has been named Fish of the Year by a New Zealand environmental organization.
James Cameron calls Trump's re-election 'horrifying' as he leaves US
Acclaimed filmmaker James Cameron, who has directed blockbusters like Titanic and Avatar, is appalled by Donald Trump's re-election as US President.
Nephew of Indira Gandhi's assassin sentenced in New Zealand
Baltej Singh, the nephew of Satwant Singh who assassinated former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison by the High Court of Auckland, New Zealand.
New Zealand's 'Everyone must go!' tourism campaign faces backlash
New Zealand's latest tourism campaign, "Everyone must go!," has been widely ridiculed amid widespread job cuts and record numbers of New Zealanders moving abroad.
Why New Zealand's second-highest mountain has been granted legal rights
In a historic ruling, New Zealand has given "personhood" to Mount Taranaki, which will now be called by its Maori name, Taranaki Maunga.
New Zealand's Taranaki Mounga volcano just became a legal 'person'
Move over, humans—New Zealand's iconic Taranaki Mounga just got the same legal rights as you!
New Zealand launches remote work visa for global digital nomads
New Zealand recently relaxed its visa conditions, permitting visitor visa holders to work remotely for their foreign employers.
'Game Changer': Makers finally add Ram-Kiara's 'NaaNaa Hyraanaa' song
The political drama Game Changer, the first collaboration between Ram Charan and director Shankar, has made a decent entry into theaters.
'Game Changer' released without 'NaaNaa Hyraanaa' song: Here's why
The much-anticipated pan-Indian drama Game Changer, starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani, was released in theaters on Friday.
Global recession in 2025? Rising inflation, geopolitics fuel economic uncertainty
As 2025 nears, worries of a possible global recession are growing louder. This is because a few major economies are showing evident signs of stress.
'Worst period since 1991': New Zealand sinks into recession
New Zealand is facing its worst economic downturn since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) unexpectedly plummeting by 1% in the third quarter of 2024.
Dunith Wellalage dropped as SL announce squad for NZ T20Is
Sri Lanka have announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand, starting December 28 in Mount Maunganui.
ICC Rankings: Harry Brook replaces Root as top-ranked Test batter
Harry Brook has dethroned Joe Root to become the new number one batter in the latest ICC Test Rankings.
Christchurch Test: Brook feels his hard hitting bailed him out
England's Harry Brook has credited his aggressive batting style for his phenomenal 171-run innings in the ongoing Test match against New Zealand.
Thousands march against Maori treaty bill in New Zealand
Tens of thousands of people marched to New Zealand's parliament in Wellington on Tuesday, protesting a controversial bill concerning the Treaty of Waitangi.
'Go back...': Khalistani supporters call Canadians 'invaders' in viral video
As tensions escalate in Canada, a viral two-minute video shows Khalistani supporters referring to Canadians as "invaders."
Meet NZ MP—whose Maori Haka dance in parliament went viral
New Zealand's Parliament was recently brought to a standstill when 22-year-old MP Hana-Rawhiti Kareariki Maipi-Clarke performed a traditional Maori haka and tore up a copy of the Treaty Principles Bill.
'US will be more isolationist...': Jaishankar on 2024 presidential election
India's Minister of External Affairs, S Jaishankar, has envisioned a shift toward isolationism in the United States, no matter who wins the 2024 presidential elections.
India vs New Zealand, 3rd Test: Latham elects to bat
Team New Zealand is on the verge of scripting cricketing history in their ongoing Test series against India.
'Singham Again' to hit 1,900+ screens overseas; eyes record-breaking release
The much-awaited film Singham Again, directed by Rohit Shetty, is all set for a massive international release on over 1,900 screens, reportedly.
IPL 2025 auction: CSK, MI, GT eye all-rounder Washington Sundar
With just two days left for the teams to submit their retention lists for the IPL 2025 mega-auction, preparations are in full swing.
Beware left-handers! Why India added Washington Sundar to Test squad
India's assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, has explained the rationale behind Washington Sundar's inclusion in the Test squad for the impending clash against New Zealand in Pune, starting October 24.
New Zealand airport limits hug time for bizarre reason
Dunedin Airport in New Zealand has imposed a three-minute limit on hugs in its drop-off zone.
Five Eyes allies—US, New Zealand—back Canada's 'serious charges' against India
The United States and New Zealand have supported Canada's allegations against India in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Ben Sears ruled out of India Tests with knee injury
New Zealand fast bowler, Ben Sears, will miss the impending three-match Test series against India with a knee injury.
Women's T20 WC: Harmanpreet Kaur to feature against Sri Lanka
Indian women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur is fit to feature against Sri Lanka in the impending ICC Women's T20 World Cup match.
Women's T20 WC: Jemimah Rodrigues terms controversial run-out decision 'harsh'
Team India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has voiced her opinion on the contentious run-out decision during their inaugural match against New Zealand in the 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
Meet Henry, a 130-year-old tuatara with 3 eyes, 2 girlfriends
Around 130 years ago, during pivotal global events like the first Olympic Games and women's suffrage in New Zealand, a unique reptile called the tuatara emerged on a small island in New Zealand.
You can now get AI-made Spotify playlists in US, Canada
Spotify has extended its artificial intelligence (AI) feature, that generates personalized playlists based on user-provided text descriptions.
Rare yellow-eyed penguin crowned New Zealand's 'Bird of the Year'
In a year devoid of foreign interference and voting scandals, one of the world's rarest penguins has been declared New Zealand's "Bird of the Year."
Spotify now blocks your child's preferences from affecting your recommendations
Spotify is piloting a new feature that allows parents to control their children's music preferences.
Alyssa Healy ranks India's Virat Kohli fourth among 'Fab Four'
Alyssa Healy, the captain of Australia's women's cricket team, has sparked a new debate in the cricketing world.
Karan Aujla adds Jaipur-Kolkata shows to India tour: Check dates
Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla, whose hit song Tauba Tauba (Bad Newz) took the world by storm, has announced two additional shows in Jaipur and Kolkata for his upcoming It Was All A Dream World Tour.
NZ's New Māori queen crowned—second female monarch in 8 generations
Nga Wai Hono i te po Paki, the second-ever Maori queen in the eight-dynasty reign of the Kiingitanga movement in New Zealand, was crowned on Thursday.
Embark on a magical journey: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, New Zealand
The Waitomo Glowworm Caves in New Zealand offer an unforgettable experience as you explore an underground world illuminated by thousands of tiny glowworms.
New Zealand's Maori King Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero-VII passes away
New Zealand's Maori King Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII died on Friday at the age of 69 after undergoing heart surgery.
Meth-laced sweets worth $601 each unknowingly distributed by NZ charity
Police in New Zealand are rushing to locate sweets containing "potentially lethal levels of methamphetamine" after they were distributed by a charity in Auckland.