New Zealand

Birds February 10, 2023

Biggest penguin in history was 'monster bird,' weighed over 300 pounds

A team of international researchers announced the discovery of Kumimanu fordycei, what may have been the largest penguin ever to have lived, and another new species.

Pacific February 8, 2023

More than $300M worth of cocaine found floating in Pacific Ocean

Over $300 million worth of cocaine is going to be destroyed after being found floating in a net in the Pacific Ocean, New Zealand Police say.

New Zealand February 1, 2023

New Zealand lifts state of emergency declaration as rain eases

New Zealand was blasted with heavy rain over the weekend. The country lifted a state of emergency declaration after a storm did not turn out as bad as feared.

New Zealand January 31, 2023

New Zealand prepares for more flooding after country's northern region sees deadly rainfall

Auckland saw deadly rainfall over the weekend and is bracing for more flooding. The amount of rain that typically falls in an entire summer fell in one day on Friday in the city.

US Dollar January 19, 2023

US dollar slides in value after rate hikes, while Japanese yen rises

The value of the U.S. dollar slipped Thursday as traders saw data showing the economy to be slowing. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen appreciated in value.

New Zealand January 18, 2023

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern resigns a month after hot mic insult

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will officially resign in February, she announced this week.

New Zealand December 15, 2022

New Zealand PM, political rival sign and auction hot mic insult to raise money 'for p----s everywhere'

The prime minister and opposition party leader have agreed to the auction to put the incident behind them, saying there is no animosity between the longtime political rivals.

New Zealand December 13, 2022

New Zealand PM caught in hot-mic insult of rival: 'arrogant p----'

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern enjoyed immense popularity for her government's response to COVID-19, but that support waned over two years and she faces a difficult election.

New Zealand November 30, 2022

New Zealand government tries to seize guardianship of baby after parents demand unvaccinated blood for surgery

Two New Zealand parents are fighting to keep the government from seizing guardianship of their 4-month-old son after they demanded unvaccinated blood for his surgery.

New Zealand November 11, 2022

Underwater earthquake struck near Tonga in southern Pacific

An underwater earthquake has made itself aware near Tonga in the southern Pacific. Authorities issued, then soon lifted, a tsunami advisory.

South Korea November 11, 2022

Seoul court approves extradition of suspected 'suitcase murderer'

The Seoul High Court has approved the extradition of a suspect charged with murder in New Zealand. The suspect is possibly connected to two dead children found in a suitcase.