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The New Zealand Herald said police were called due to 'threats about an explosive device'. (Photo:AP)

Man in Christchurch arrested after explosive device found

New Zealand police said on Tuesday a man was arrested and bomb disposal officers found a package with a suspected explosive device.

30 Apr 2019 1:24 PM

When William arrived in the country on Thursday he made an unannounced visit to the Starship Children's Hospital in Auckland. (Photo:AP)

Extremism in all forms must be defeated: Prince William

In an emotional meeting with survivors of the New Zealand mosques massacre, Britain's Prince William appealed to defeat extremism.

26 Apr 2019 10:17 AM

Ardern's office said the Prime Minister had seen reports of the minister's statement. (Photo: AFP | File)

New Zealand PM says no intelligence linking Sri Lanka attacks to Christchurch

ISIS claimed responsibility for the Sri Lanka attacks on Tuesday and named what it said were seven attackers who carried them out.

24 Apr 2019 9:33 AM

A 28-year-old Australian, Brenton Tarrant, a self-avowed white supremacist, has been charged with 50 counts of murder. (Photo:AP)

'Horrified' muslims avoid Christchurch mosques since NZ attacks

The Christchurch Muslim community was struggling to get worshippers to overcome their fears and return to Friday prayers.

12 Apr 2019 1:02 PM

The New Zealand Police on Thursday laid down 50 charges of murder and 39 attempted murder charges against Tarrant. (Photo: ANI)

Court orders NZ's Christchurch gunman to undergo mental health tests

During his hearing, Tarrant, at times, looked disinterested but was alert while the assessment of his mental health was discussed.

05 Apr 2019 9:42 AM

Trent Boult, Matt Henry and speedster Lockie Ferguson round off the pace-bowlers with Mitchell Santner and Ish Sodhi selected as the spinners. (Photo: AFP)

New Zealand announces World Cup squad, Ross Taylor to make 4th WC appearance

For skipper Kane Williamson, Tim Southee and Martin Guptill it will be their third appearance.

03 Apr 2019 3:35 PM

People gather at Haley Park for the "March for Love" following last week's mosque attacks in Christchurch. (Photo: AP)

Close to NZD 7.5 million donated to families of mosque shooting in NZ

A support fund on New Zealand site GiveaLittle.co.nz had received NZD 8,271,847 from more than 91,000 donors as of Sunday.

24 Mar 2019 10:48 AM

'What do you say to a boy who dreamed of playing in goal for Manchester United and now never will?' (Photo:AFP)

'I should have hugged him': Distraught father of killed son in Christchurch shooting

John Milne sobs as he pens an anguished letter to his murdered teenage son Sayyad one of 50 people killed in the Christchurch massacre.

20 Mar 2019 4:26 PM

The majority of victims were migrants or refugees from countries such as Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Turkey, Somalia, Afghanistan and Bangladesh. (Photo:AP)

Friday prayers to be broadcast, 2 min silence: NZ PM Jacinda Ardern

The bodies of victims from New Zealand's mosques mass shooting were carried in open caskets on the shoulders of mourners.

20 Mar 2019 2:55 PM

Ardern has countered that they cannot simply be 'all profit, no responsibility.' (Photo:AP)

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern urges global action on social media perils

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Wednesday called for a global response to the dangers of social media.

20 Mar 2019 2:03 PM

A teenager appeared in court earlier this week on the same charge. (Photo:Facebook SG)

Second man charged with sharing livestream video of Christchurch attack

A 44-year-old man has become the second person charged with sharing a gruesome livestream video of the deadly attack.

20 Mar 2019 12:07 PM

The attack has upended New Zealand's image as one of the world's safest and most tolerant countries. (Photo:AP)

NZ city Christchurch harboured white supremacists before massacre

The city where a racist fatally shot 50 people at mosques during Friday prayers is known for its English heritage.

19 Mar 2019 6:13 PM

But legal experts said Tarrant's alleged crimes were so extreme they could warrant the heaviest sentence imposed by a judge in the South Pacific nation. (Photo:AP)

NZ mosque shooter faces groundbreaking jail sentence

In New Zealand, being found guilty of murder usually comes with a minimum of 10 years in jail before possible parole.

18 Mar 2019 1:46 PM

Gun City owner David Tipple listens to reporters questions during a press conference in Christchurch. (Photo:AP)

NZ gunman bought weapons online, says shop owner

The owner of a New Zealand gun store said the man charged with murder in Christchurch massacre had bought firearms and ammunition online.

18 Mar 2019 12:53 PM

In addition to the 50 killed, dozens were wounded at two mosques in the South Island city during Friday prayers. (Photo:AP)

Jacinda Ardern says new gun laws planned to make NZ safer

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Monday she would announce new gun laws within days.

18 Mar 2019 12:42 PM

50 people in two Christchurch mosques were killed. (Photo:AP)

'Gunman mailed manifesto 9 mins before attack': NZ PM Jacinda Ardern

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said her office received a 'manifesto' from the gunman suspected.

17 Mar 2019 9:44 AM

'We are all here to help them in washing the body, putting them in the grave.' said a distraught friend. (Photo:AP)

'We must bury them as soon as possible'; NZ mourns as death toll rises to 50

Anguished relatives were anxiously waiting for authorities to release the remains of those who were killed in massacres at two mosques.

17 Mar 2019 8:48 AM

Witnesses said victims were shot at close range. (Photo:AP)

5 Indians confirmed dead in NZ shooting massacre

Five Indians were among the 50 people killed by a white supremacist, who opened fire on worshippers at two mosques in Christchurch.

17 Mar 2019 8:30 AM

At least 49 worshippers were killed on Friday in attacks on the Al Noor Mosque. (Photo:AP)

7 Indians, 2 of Indian origin still missing after New Zealand mosque shootouts

India's HC in New Zealand said that it has been pursuing with local authorities whereabouts of seven Indians and two Indian-origin persons.

16 Mar 2019 4:49 PM

The Friday massacre at two New Zealand mosques, live-streamed to the world, was not the first time that violent crimes have been broadcast on the internet. (Representational Image)

NZ gun incident shows how social media is used to share violent videos

Frustrated with years of similar obscene online crises, politicians around the globe voiced the same conclusion: social media is failing.

16 Mar 2019 10:25 AM

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