New Zealand
Cruise Ship Death Sparks $242,000 Payout
The death of Allan Navales sparked calls for global safety standards on vessels.
Six Decapitated Baby Fur Seals Found in Bay
The Department of Conservation said it was "highly unlikely" sharks were the culprit.
Cruise Ship Crewman Dies in Blast Caused by Negligence
A gas cylinder exploded during maintenance work on the Emerald Princess killing a 32-year-old father.
145 Whales Wash Ashore and Die in Mass Beach Stranding
When conservation officers arrived, half of the animals were already dead and the remainder were euthanized.
Students Who Didn't Know Word 'Trivial' Want a Regrade
Many of the candidates thought the word meant the same as "significant."
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Name Kiwi Birds
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex met the chicks on their official 16-day tour of the South Pacific.
Quake Strikes New Zealand During Harry and Meghan Visit
The quake epicenter was located about halfway between the cities of Auckland and Wellington.
Video: Meghan Markle Speaks Maori on New Zealand Trip
The duchess of Sussex used a traditional Maori greeting.
Watch: Drunk Kereru Is New Zealand's Bird of the Year
Things are looking up for the bird that always falls down.
Israel Fines Kiwi Women Who Urged Lorde Concert Boycott
The court said the boycott hurt the "artistic welfare" of the fans who didn't get to see Lorde.
Meet the Valais Blacknose, the 'Cutest Sheep Ever'
The warmth of their fleece is matched by the warmth of their temperament.
New Zealand Visitors Must Let Officials Access Phones
Civil liberty groups are outraged over the new law.
Woman Claims to Find Needle in McDonald's Fries
She shared the claim on Facebook, but has since deleted the post.
New Zealand PM Brings Her Baby to United Nations
Ardern made history—and added a dose of normality to the General Assembly's proceedings—by bringing in her baby, Neve.
Plane Sprays School With Chemicals, Children Treated
Around 50 children showed symptoms such as nausea and vomiting after reporting a strong smell of rotten eggs in the playground.
Endeavour: Historic Lost Warship Believed Discovered
The HMS Endeavour was scuttled off the American coast in 1788, but its exact location has been a mystery ever since.
Needles Hidden in Strawberries Cause National Scare
One person has been injured so far by what a minister called a "general attack on the public."
Uber Will Block You if You Get Low Ratings from Drivers
The new policy is coming into effect on September 19, Uber confirmed.
Zoo Monkeys Fight Back Against Man Trying to Steal Them
"I don't know what happened in the squirrel monkey enclosure. The squirrel monkeys know," Judge Bill Hastings said. "I don't speak squirrel."
New Zealand Village's Plan to Ban Cats Sparks Outrage
"If I cannot have a cat, it almost becomes unhealthy for me to live in my house," Omaui resident Nico Jarvis said.
Why Is Chelsea Manning Being Banned From Australia?
Activists claim the move is a political stunt to impress the Trump administration.
Phone Scammer Mistakenly Tries to Con Police
"You've called the New Zealand Police so I'd be very surprised if our internet wasn't secure," said Dan, from the New Zealand Police.
Gunmen Shoot at Surfers in Beach Territorial Dispute
The three surfers escaped unharmed after snipers fired at them from a concealed position on the beach.
New Zealand Minister Bikes to Give Birth to First Child
"This is it, wish us luck! (My partner and I cycled because there wasn't enough room in the car for the support crew ... but it also put me in the best possible mood!)," Julie Anne Genter wrote in an Instagram post.
New Zealand Bans Foreign House Buyers
"We should not be tenants in our own land," said Associated Minister of Finance David Parker.
Man Used Hidden Shower Cameras to Spy on Women
The man told police he did it for "the thrill and the risk of being caught."
The World's Most Pleasant Countries to Live In
Quality of life is a combination of many factors such as health, environment, personal freedom and safety.
Agents Putting Tenants Through the 'KFC Test?'
Eating too much fast food might count against you when renting a house.