Two Japanese navy helicopters crash in the Pacific Ocean during training, leaving one dead, seven missing

The two aircraft likely crashed after colliding in the air, says Japan's defence minister.

Farzana Yaqubi murder: Damning report says police’s stalking allegations matrix ‘not fit-for-purpose’

The AUT law student went to police with concerns eight weeks before she was killed.

Rotorua ram raid: Masked and hooded thieves smash through PC Hutt

The owner got a shock when he arrived at his work and saw what the thieves did.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kiwi Ukrainians send 200 wheelchairs and 10 beds to frontline hospitals

Organiser Edward Patkevych said hospitals in Ukraine are fighting for equipment.

Kāinga Ora partners with Whanganui developer to provide social housing boost

Three more projects are in the planning and investigation phase.

What we know so far about the Sydney mall attack

Six people have been killed in a stabbing.

Public sector job cuts: Department of Internal Affairs may shed 28 staff, Ministry for Pacific Peoples to cut 63

The changes are the latest proposal in a string of public service staff reductions.

Meredith Kercher murder-accused Amanda Knox faces new slander trial in Italy, to clear her name

Former murder-accused lives in the US and campaigns for criminal justice reform.

Police arrest Auckland man who stole $2000 worth of canned corned beef

He will appear in Papakura District Court facing nine charges of shoplifting.

Shooting after Tamatea v YMP club rugby match: Eight members of rugby team and coach were in van that was fired at

Club captain Guy Taylor was driving as shotgun pellets rained down on the van.

Woman charged with arson after blaze in Mt Wellington Countdown toilet paper aisle

Bystanders recorded the blaze as it reached up to the supermarket's ceiling.

Fluoride to be reintroduced to Hastings’ water after eight years

Council stopped adding fluoride to allow for chlorine.

Anthony Edwards, Wolves overtake Heat in 4th

(Photo credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports) Anthony Edwards scored 10 of his game-high 32 points in the fourth quarter as the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied to beat the host Miami Heat 112-108 on Monday. The Heat led by as many as 17 points in...

Klay Thompson scores 28 to lead Warriors past Blazers

(Photo credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports) Klay Thompson scored 28 points on 11-of-16 shooting to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 118-114 victory over the host Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night. Andrew Wiggins added 25 points on 9-of-12...

Clippers go for eighth straight win, visit Pacers

(Photo credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) The Los Angeles Clippers will go for their longest winning streak in eight seasons when they face the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis on Monday night. The Clippers have won seven games in a row,...

Clippers go for eighth straight win, visit Pacers

(Photo credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) The Los Angeles Clippers will go for their longest winning streak in eight seasons when they face the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis on Monday night. The Clippers have won seven games in a row,...

Rockets put 5-game winning streak on line vs. Bucks

(Photo credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports) Dillon Brooks is proving to be a perfect fit with the surging Houston Rockets, who bring a five-game winning streak into a matchup against the host Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday night. Brooks matched his...

Scuffling Suns won't have Bradley Beal vs. Wizards

(Photo credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports) The Phoenix Suns will try to rebound from a two-game losing streak on Sunday when they host the Washington Wizards, fresh off snapping a skid of their own. But the Suns will have to do it without...

Scuffling Suns won't have Bradley Beal vs. Wizards

(Photo credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports) The Phoenix Suns will try to rebound from a two-game losing streak on Sunday when they host the Washington Wizards, fresh off snapping a skid of their own. But the Suns will have to do it without...

Week 15 NFL Capsules

(Photo credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports) --Saturday games Minnesota Vikings (7-6) at Cincinnati Bengals (7-6): Nick Mullens starts for the 18th time in his career and first with the Vikings, who turn to a fourth QB this season in the thick...

Week 15 NFL Capsules

(Photo credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports) --Saturday games Minnesota Vikings (7-6) at Cincinnati Bengals (7-6): Nick Mullens starts for the 18th time in his career and first with the Vikings, who turn to a fourth QB this season in the thick...