Archives for 1 February 2026

Origins explores first 100 years of Māori ancestors’ arrival in Aotearoa

Re-tracing the footsteps of his ancestors has seen Scotty Morrison travel to some far-flung places, but this latest season of TVNZ’s Origins takes place in Aotearoa.

Te Ao Maori •Sun, Feb 1

Drivers urged to take care as Northland's kiwi population soars

Every time a kiwi is killed on a road in Russell, a white cross is erected.

Conservation •Sun, Feb 1

Know your triggers - why migraines get worse in summer

Summer means an increase in migraine factors which make attacks more likely or more severe, neurologists explain.

Health •Sun, Feb 1

Why car headlights seem brighter than ever on the roads

While driving at night, you may feel like you need to squint as bright beams of white light from an oncoming car wash over your windscreen.

Transport •Sun, Feb 1

Controlled explosion carried out at Auckland beach - NZDF

The area was reopened once the device had been safely dealt with.

Auckland •Sun, Feb 1

Pushed by Trump, US allies reset relations with China

Chinese President Xi Jinping has had a busy few weeks receiving Western allies seeking warmer ties with the world's second-largest economy.

North America •Sun, Feb 1

Double injury blow for Auckland FC in loss to Perth Glory

Glory came from behind to snatch an upset 2-1 victory and knock injury-hit Auckland FC off top spot in the A-League Men.

Auckland FC •Sun, Feb 1

After Mexico bans vapes, cartels tighten their grip on booming market

Experts believe organised crime will now consolidate its control over the sale of the devices.

North America •Sun, Feb 1

Fearing ICE, Native Americans rush to prove their right to belong

Many Native Americans are carrying tribal documents proving their US citizenship in case they are stopped or questioned by federal immigration agents.

North America •Sun, Feb 1

A Gaza teen's chances of walking depend on Rafah border crossing

Rimas Abu Lehia was wounded five months ago when Israeli troops opened fired toward a crowd of hungry people mobbing an aid truck for food in Gaza.

Middle East •Sun, Feb 1

Andrew can't escape Epstein's shadow as new documents reveal

Included in the release are three photographs that show someone who looks like Mountbatten-Windsor kneeling over a woman whose face is redacted.

North America •Sun, Feb 1

Twelve month prescriptions available from today

It's hoped the extension will ease costs for patients, and free up GPs for those with other needs.

Health •Sun, Feb 1

'He simply went to shower': Mum’s grief after Mt Maunganui landslide

The mother of Max Furse-Kee said knowing her son spent his final days with his girlfriend Sharon, whom he loved deeply, brought comfort as the family grieved.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •Sun, Feb 1

Man in critical condition after assault outside Napier nightclub

Police have arrested a 21-year-old man in relation to the investigation and are requesting any witnesses come forward.

Crime And Justice •Sun, Feb 1

Clinical Rybakina beats Sabalenka to win Australian Open

Rybakina won five straight games in the third set for her triumph - her second Grand Slam title victory.

Australia •Sun, Feb 1

Guests evacuated as blaze rips through luxury Fiordland Lodge

Crews from as far as Invercargill joined local brigades after the blaze at the 10-room home was reported around 11.15pm on Saturday.

Southland •Sun, Feb 1

Allen hits quick 80 as Black Caps fall to India in final T20

The Kiwi batter was in form but he lacked support from his teammates as the tourists lost the series 4-1 in Thiruvananthapuram.

Black Caps •Sun, Feb 1

Tourist boat damage 'worse than expected' after grounding in Akaroa

Environment Canterbury said following initial assessments, it was likely that the full amount of marine diesel fuel that was on the vessel has been released to the sea.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Sun, Feb 1

UN faces 'imminent financial collapse' without urgent action, chief says

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a letter to all UN member nations that cash for its regular operating budget could run out by July unless the organisation's financial rules are overhauled or all 193 member nations pay their dues.

US Politics •Sun, Feb 1

Kiwi running ace Sam Ruthe breaks Sir John Walker's mile record

The 16-year-old achieved the feat at an indoor event at Boston University only three days after flying in from New Zealand.

Athletics •Sun, Feb 1

Mine collapses in eastern Congo, leaving at least 200 dead

A former miner at the site said there have been repeated landslides because the tunnels are dug by hand, poorly constructed, and left without maintenance.

Africa •Sun, Feb 1

Apple reports 'staggering' record quarter of iPhone sales

A memory chip crunch caused in part by AI could however, threaten to push Apple to raise the prices on iPhones and other products.

Technology •Sun, Feb 1

Laptop donation programme credited with boosting student engagement

Organisers are urging more businesses and government departments to get involved.

Technology •Sun, Feb 1

Police urge caution after 'tragic' 48 hours on roads across NZ

"There are quite simply too many crashes happening on our roads, and the consequences can be devastating," police said.

Accidents •Sun, Feb 1

Trump faces growing cultural revolt against immigration crackdown

Across realms of politics, sports, arts, media, and more, challenges are being raised against ICE's brutal tactics.

Donald Trump •Sun, Feb 1

Recovery operation at Mt Maunganui concludes 11 days after landslide

The formal identification of all six victims marked the end of the recovery, as authorities turn to safety and coronial investigations.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •Sun, Feb 1

Could this be the year NZX stops being left behind?

For the decade until 2020, the NZX was one of the best-performing share markets globally. But since 2020, it has lagged.

Business •Sun, Feb 1

As 2026 begins, virtual journeys back to 2016 are trending

Why is everyone looking back to 2016? A look at the current cultural nostalgia for the transitional year.

Arts And Culture •Sun, Feb 1

Rain watches for parts of the country, other areas set to hit 29C

Metservice says New Zealand can expect two very different sets of conditions across its two islands in the coming days.

Weather News •Sun, Feb 1

Frustrated athletes quit as investigation into Boxing NZ head coach drags on

Several top boxers have pulled out of Commonwealth Games contention while an investigation into Boxing New Zealand and its head coach Billy Meehan continues.

Boxing •Sun, Feb 1

'Loved life': mass paddle-out for 12-year-old Sydney shark victim

More than 100 people joined the early morning memorial at Sydney's Bondi Beach today, in memory of young surfer Nico Antic.

Australia •Sun, Feb 1

Person dies following crash in Matamata

Police said inquiries into the circumstances of the crash were ongoing.

Accidents •Sun, Feb 1

'My heart is always back there': Kiwi charity founder returns from Ukraine

Kiwi K.A.R.E founder Tenby Powell is supporting Ukrainians to survive their harshest winter of the war by donating stoves and water boilers.

UK And Europe •Sun, Feb 1

Judge orders 5-year-old and his dad released from ICE detention

Images of the boy, wearing a bunny hat and Spider-Man backpack, being surrounded b yICE sparked even more outcry about the administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota.

Donald Trump •Sun, Feb 1

UFC 325: Alexander Volkanovski dominates Diego Lopes in unanimous win

New South Wales native Volkanovski (29-4-0) won on all three judges' scorecards 49-46, 49-46 and 50-45, much to the delight of the crowd inside Sydney Olympic Park.

Australia •Sun, Feb 1

Heat eases in southeast, but Western Australia still red hot

Adelaide is marching towards its driest summer since records began.

Australia •Sun, Feb 1

Melbourne man hurls chair at security, hits his mate instead

The man could be seen standing up and walking away from the scene, Seven News reported.

Australia •Sun, Feb 1