New Zealand Top Stories
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:44:57 GMTRepublicans condemned Trump after the violence at the US Capitol - now they're seeking his help
Just two weeks ago, House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy declared Donald Trump culpable in the deadly attack on the US. Capitol. By Thursday, he was seeking his political support.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:28:03 GMTChina to stop recognising British National Overseas passports
The move comes amid a bitter feud with London over a plan to allow millions of Hong Kong residents a route to residency and eventual citizenship.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:14:28 GMTPolice cameras struggle to access Pike River shaft due to pipe damage
The latest bid to probe deeper into the mine has hit a setback after pipes being used to guide police cameras were found to be too damaged.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:04:02 GMTOne person critical after two-car collision in Ashburton
A person was trapped after the two-car collision, and had to be freed by fire crews before being airlifted to Christchurch Hospital.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:58:41 GMTAuckland Hearts join Wellington Blaze, Canterbury Magicians in Super Smash finals
The top three have been found in the women's T20 Super Smash – but who will come out on top?
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:38:29 GMTLaverne Cox confirms she fell in love during the coronavirus pandemic
During a remote interview on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Laverne Cox revealed she not only has a new man in her life, but she's also in love.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:35:21 GMTNorthland fire: Firefighters monitoring blaze, reopening roads, after huge response
Five helicopters, two excavators, three bulldozers and 65 firefighters were sent to battling the blaze in rural Northland which has now closed a road.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:35:04 GMTAustralia hunts for virus hotel guests in NSW, as travel bubble with NZ is set to return
NSW Health is contacting guests who arrived in Sydney after staying at the Auckland Hotel, ahead of the expected return of a travel bubble with NZ.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:31:46 GMTMan facing 17 charges after vehicle thefts, burglaries north of Wellington
Police have arrested a 34-year-old after a spate of vehicle break-ins in the Hutt Valley and Masterton.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:30:57 GMTJennifer Garner’s memorial tribute to tight jeans and airports is strangely touching
Jennifer Garner paid tribute to such retro activities as flying on airplanes and wearing (now vintage) skinny jeans. See her hilarious yet tear-jerking memorial to travel in the era of COVID-19.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:23:15 GMTTeen Mom's Chelsea Houska shares new baby photos from the hospital
After giving birth to a baby girl earlier than expected, Teen Mom’s Chelsea Houska and husband Cole DeBoer shared new photos and updates from the hospital.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:41:15 GMTSay yes to these 13 secrets about The Wedding Planner
The movie that turned Jennifer Lopez and Matthew McConaughey into the queen and king of rom-coms came out 20 years ago.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:32:53 GMTRobert Irwin recalls 'incredibly emotional' moment walking sister Bindi down the aisle at her wedding
During an interview with Kelly Clarkson, Robert Irwin revealed the heartbreaking reason he was “incredibly emotional” at sister Bindi Irwin’s wedding.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:28:01 GMTInaction from authorities blamed for second massive tyre blaze
A North Canterbury community group plans to take the regional council to court after a second tyre fire in three years sent toxic black smoke into the sky.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:24:20 GMTWellington water woes continue as wastewater escapes Lower Hutt pipe, outage in Island Bay
These outages come after “a very highly critical” wastewater pipe in Wellington City broke, blocking traffic and requiring residents to avoid flushing the toilet for two days.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:22:49 GMTMopping up charred remains at massive backcountry fire in South Marlborough
An infrared camera will be flown over the area on Saturday morning to check for hotspots.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:20:00 GMTThe Dig: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes combine for spellbinding Netflix drama
REVIEW: Who knew that nearly two hours of essentially watching soil being moved around could produce one of the most riveting dramas of recent years?
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:16:09 GMTInside Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson's plans to welcome baby no. 2
"It's something they have been working on for a while," a source exclusively tells E! News about Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson plans to expand their family.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:08:38 GMTAndy Cohen says the RHOC reunion was 'a triumphant moment' for Gina Kirschenheiter
That's a wrap on Season 15 of RHOC!
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 06:59:23 GMTTailor-made hijab now part of Muslim officers' police uniform
After more than a year of tailoring and rigorous stress-testing, Muslim policewomen now have a custom-made hijab as part of their uniform.