New Zealand
New Zealand moves to ban social media for under-16s
New Zealand introduces legislation to ban social media use for under-16s, requiring platforms to verify users’ ages and face hefty fines for non-compliance.
3 DAYS AGO
Modi visits New Zealand as trade deal sparks India pushback
Lawmakers in the New Zealand First Party, part of Luxon's governing coalition, railed against parts of the agreement covering migration and visas; "I don't care how much criticism we get, I am just never going to agree with a butter chicken tsunami coming to New Zealand," government minister Shane Jones told a local radio show.
July 10, 2026
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Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 for their first World Cup win in history
Egypt secured their first-ever World Cup victory with a 3-1 comeback win over New Zealand, closer to a historic knockout-stage berth.
June 22, 2026
Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener, Spain stunned by Cape Verde
Equalizers from Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebi spare Team Melli from humiliation in the World Cup opener.
June 16, 2026
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New Zealand great Williamson retires from international cricket
The 35-year-old former skipper announced his exit ahead of the second Test against England at The Oval next week; He played in the Black Caps' defeat in the first Test at Lord's, making 0 and 18.
June 12, 2026
US approves $1.5B sale of helicopters to New Zealand
The United States Department of State confirms the approval of a $1.5 billion sale of MH-60R helicopters and related equipment to New Zealand.
June 6, 2026
India beat New Zealand to win third T20 World Cup title
Sanju Samson's blistering 89 off 46 balls guided India to 255-5, and the co-hosts then bowled out New Zealand for 159 in front of over 86,000 fans at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
March 8, 2026
New Zealand cricketer sets record with five wickets in five balls
Brett Randell makes first-class cricket history in Napier, taking five wickets in five successive deliveries for Central Districts against Northern Districts in the Plunket Shield, finishing with best figures as Northern Districts collapse for 82.
March 8, 2026
'No pressure, no fun', says India's Suryakumar ahead of World Cup final
Defending champions India are targeting a record third title and looking to become the first team to win back-to-back trophies. No country has previously won the T20 World Cup on home soil.
March 7, 2026
Pakistan-New Zealand Super Eight World Cup clash rained off
The T20 World Cup Super Eight match between Pakistan and New Zealand in Colombo was abandoned due to heavy rain. Both teams shared one point, with semi-final spots reserved for the top two from each group.
February 21, 2026