Health New Zealand Southern failed to provide the ‘‘reasonable care and skill’’ for a pregnant woman which could have saved her baby, the health and disability commissioner has ruled.

Pregnant women will be eligible for free maternity scans, Labour is promising, as part of its 'Medicard' scheme.

Romelu Lukaku forced Egypt into an own goal within seconds of entering the game and Belgium escaped with a 1-1 draw in Seattle.

The All Whites to take on Iran have been named, but they'll be without injured midfielder Matt Garbett whose tournament is likely over.

News of a deal between Iran and the United States is likely to be good news for New Zealand petrol prices and interest rates, provided it sticks.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has ruled out any added regulations for virtual fencing technology.

The ACT Party is promising to make it easier for farmers to graze sheep on conservation land, aiming to get rid of invasive plants and reduce fire risk.

The government will invest up to $51 million into helping to roll out new methane-busting farming technology.

A global study shows Australia among the top nations embracing paid online news, with many citing concerns over disinformation as a key reason.

The stepson of Norway's Crown Prince has been found guilty of rape and domestic violence and sentenced to four years in prison after a trial that has dented the royal family's once picture-perfect image.