The COVID-19 crisis tests oppositions as well as governments. Ahead of New Zealand’s election, National risks failing that test
Immigration cuts under any new government will depend on how badly we want to build our infrastructure
78% recovery rate has successfully broken the chain of COVID-19 transmission in Fiji- Dr. Waqainabete
Rachit Kushwaha’s ‘Behind the Dreams’ online show offers self-help advice from successful immigrants living in New Zealand
Second wave of Covid-19 in NZ: Undeterred Jacinda Ardern holds nerve and continues with elimination strategy.
Learning from experience: how our universities can turn the international student crisis into an opportunity
National needs to do more than just scavenge upon the issue of flouting of social distancing rules under Alert level 2
Is government trying to hide behind smokescreen of anti-migrant rhetoric from responsibility of fixing the economy
National’s dangerously low polling: Will the two Kiwi-Indian MPs survive the cull and return to parliament?
Community reception for Team India in Wellington: Cricket revered as a great enhancer of bilateral ties
Christchurch terror attack: Has the world finally found a leader in Jacinda Ardern to counter global rightwing populism?
What does the story of the first Pakeha-Sikh New Zealander tell us about Sikhism faith in New Zealand?
Santa comes to Nadi: Paul Ross, founder of Pacific Kids, organises for a Christmas party for the children at Loloma House
Health 5 tips to help clean your house during the pandemicAll of us dread the process of cleaning our house. But it is very important to keep our living space clean and hygienic, especially when we are fighting a pandemic like Covid-19.
In focus How to safely disinfect your designer shoes?We know COVID-19 is transmitted via direct contact with respiratory droplets of an infected person (through coughing and sneezing), and touching surfaces contaminated with the virus.
Health Pets may relieve stress for parents of kids with autism: StudyResearchers have found that a family pet can lead to strong bonds and reduced stress for both children with autism and their parents.
Health Strike a balance between Work from Home and Work at HomeThe transition to working from home due to the lockdown comes with its unique set of stressors and challenges, particularly when there's a life-threatening pandemic in the backdrop.
Health Media multitasking may increase obesity risk: StudyDo you keep switching between digital devices like smartphone, tablet and PC? Beware. A study has linked media multitasking to obesity.
Health High calorie meal for dinner may up heart disease, diabetes riskYour meal timing matters and eating earlier in the day may be an important strategy to help lower the risk for heart disease
Health Listening to music may help you exercise longerListening to music while exercising can help you work out for a longer time than those who do not have music playing in their ears, a team of researchers, including one of Indian origin, suggested.
Health Fight your sweet tooth with these 4 natural sweeteners and fluidsThis year, you can lose weight by cutting on your sugar intake. Nature has blessed us with a few natural sweeteners which can best fit into our healthy diet, says nutritionist and fitness trainer Iram Zaidi. Here are her four top natural sweeteners.
World news Chocolate likely to get extinct in 30 yearsWith warmer global temperatures and dryer weather conditions threatening the survival of the fragile cocoa plant, which could see chocolate disappear by as early as 2050...
World news How climate change could change the taste of your wineAlthough winegrowers seem reluctant to try new grape varieties apparently to protect the taste of the wines, new research suggests that they will ultimately have to give up on their old habit as planting lesser-known grape varieties might help vineyards..
In focus Hosting house party? Try these tipsThinking of organising a party this New Year at home? Create a small creative selfie wall, prepare healthy snacks and more to pull off a great party at home without burning a hole in your pocket, say experts.
Heritage Make a U-turn for happinessDoes the Bhagavad-gita have any relevance today? Many people may think it’s an “old book” and irrelevant for us today because we are so modern, so technologically advanced with our smartphones and social media etc. ....
Comment Stormed by the Paparazzi CulturePaparazzi culture has exploded in India recently. Instagram, Facebook feeds, digital websites and print media thrive on celebrity scoops and fashion trends. Social media is a giant monster which feeds on Bollywood gossip 24x7.
Reader say The secret of friendshipWhat is life without honest, real and meaningful friendships? What is life without the love and companion of those who see the beauty, greatness and perfection that lies within you?
Technology Internet of Things is hereDevices that are internet-enabled and can ‘talk’ to other devices. More technically, it is a network of smart devices that have sensors and can communicate data to a server or other smart devices connected to the network
Health Just a minute's running daily may boost bone healthWant to improve your bone health? Running -- a high-intensity and weight-bearing physical activity -- for just one to two minutes each day may help you, new research shows.
Recipes Mushroom Tikka KebabOnce considered quite exotic, mushrooms have slowly but steadily made a place for themselves on the Indian platter. In fact, no Indian tapas menu is really complete without including them.
In focus Your smartphone obsession may up bad behaviour in kidsDo you spend too much time on your smartphone during mealtime, playtime and routine activities or conversations with your kids? If so, it may lead to behavioural issues in your children, warned researchers.
In focus Eat, Pray, Love' nature in Bekal, MadikeriBottle up the deafening sound of honking cars in cities and throw it in the calm backwaters as you cross endless tall coconut trees in the untouched north Kerala town of Bekal.
Second wave of Covid-19 in NZ: Undeterred Jacinda Ardern holds nerve and continues with elimination strategy.
The COVID-19 crisis tests oppositions as well as governments. Ahead of New Zealand’s election, National risks failing that test
14 new cases in Auckland: one in managed isolation facility and 13 linked to original cases from Tuesday
Wednesday, July 29, 2020New ZealandIs it an end of road for temporary visa holders stuck overseas as govt says it does not intends to extend quarantine capacity?
Monday, July 27, 2020New ZealandAdditional Vande Bharat Mission repatriation flights announced for New Zealand
Thursday, July 23, 2020New ZealandImmigration: Is a complete reboot possible under the new Minister for Immigration Kris Faafoi?
Wednesday, July 22, 2020New ZealandHow Iain Lees-Galloway's tenure as Minister for Immigration was plagued with scandals, failures and incompetence