The National Wax Museum in Dublin is `committed` to creating a new wax figure of Irish singer Sinéad O`Connor after significant public backlash. Read...
Two men have been arrested after a person was shot during a large fight in West Auckland, with police saying people filmed the incident happening - and they want footage. Read...
The stories of survivors of abuse in state care will be told through art, music and creative performances in an exhibition about to open in Wellington. Read...
Thousands of kilometres away from the main event, Tahitian dancers in palm-leaf skirts mingled with locals and tourists ahead of the surf competition. Read...
It was the first time rain has hit a summer Olympic Games opening ceremony in more than 70 years - but this didn’t stop a truly epic - and at times bizarre - show. Read...
RUGBY A very comfortable second Ranfurly Shield defence of the season for holders Hawke's Bay in Napier this afternoon More...
BUSINESS G20 leaders say the global economy is likely heading for a "soft landing", but warn wars and escalating conflicts could endanger this outlook while more global co-operation could make growth stronger More...