A man was arrested after an alleged indecent act during a university seminar attended by school students, prompting a police investigation and renewed focus on public safety.
China’s 2026 Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) holiday has been officially extended to nine days, from February 15 to February 23, marking the longest holiday in the country’s modern history.
New solar energy plans backed by UK and Welsh funding aim to expand community-led renewable projects across Wales, lowering costs, boosting local benefits, and supporting clean energy goals.
Britain announces its largest-ever investment in community energy, aiming to boost local renewables, build community wealth, and reshape how power is owned and shared.
Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Indonesia, condemned Israel’s new West Bank measures as illegal, warning they risk deepening control and hurting peace prospects.
One person was critically injured in a hillside house fire in Hawke’s Bay and flown by rescue helicopter to Wellington Hospital as firefighters contained the blaze.
Ghislaine Maxwell appeared for a House deposition but refused to answer questions, leaving lawmakers and the public without testimony in ongoing investigations.
Japan’s stock market reached record highs as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s landslide election victory boosted investor confidence and expectations for fiscal policy continuity.
Bareskrim Polri has detained the CEO and Commissioner of PT Dana Syariah Indonesia amid a fraud investigation involving alleged financial misdirection with substantial lender losses.
Protests in Sydney during Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit escalated into clashes with police, leading to arrests and injuries as global tensions spilled into local streets.
Federal leaders have urged protesters in Sydney to remain respectful after clashes with police during demonstrations against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, emphasizing peaceful expression and public safety.
Media tycoon and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai received a 20-year prison sentence in Hong Kong, marking a defining moment under the city’s national security law.
Juan Pablo Guanipa, freed from jail in Caracas after long detention, was reportedly seized again hours later, deepening uncertainty amid Venezuela’s ongoing political tensions.
A week after a mother was reported missing in Guthrie, investigators continue their search as the community waits quietly for answers and holds hope amid uncertainty.
New Zealand’s Energy Minister rejects claims that a charge funding a new LNG import facility is a levy or tax, as Labour argues the cost will still flow to consumers.
A person remains in critical condition after an assault in central Christchurch, with police investigating the incident and seeking to understand what led to the violence.
Fathers of Australians who died in a poisoning incident in Laos are urging the Australian government to take stronger action as investigations continue and questions remain unanswered.
King Charles III has signaled support for police inquiries involving Prince Andrew amid renewed Epstein-related scrutiny, emphasizing respect for due process over personal intervention.
Reports say King Charles III is prepared to cooperate with police if requested in matters involving renewed scrutiny of Prince Andrew, underscoring respect for due process.
Two Auckland students from different schools were struck by cars while heading to class and are being treated at Starship Hospital, prompting investigations and concern across school communities.
Authorities are investigating a cruise ship following whistleblower complaints, with the operator cooperating as officials review claims and gather evidence.
A Rotorua nanny remembered for her kindness is being mourned as police investigate her death as a homicide, leaving a community reflecting on care, loss, and unanswered questions.
As growth cools, DTC telehealth companies are shifting focus from rapid expansion to defending their businesses through broader care models, partnerships, and trust.
The decomposed bodies of a young couple were found in a rented Setia Alam home. Police reported no signs of foul play and are awaiting post-mortem results.