New Zealand politicians broke out in song Thursday after striking down a right-wing-backed proposal that opponents feared would erode indigenous rights. Tens of thousands of people – predominantly ...

An umbrella group comprising at least 80 Maori tribes has sent an open letter to King Charles III demanding that he intervene in New Zealand politics and ensure the government honours its obligations ...

Nga Wai Hono i te Po, 27, is the second woman to assume the ceremonial role. She takes the throne as some of the country’s pro-Maori policies are being pared back. By Victoria Kim The Maori of New ...

The Maori of New Zealand anointed a new monarch on Thursday, officially installing 27-year-old Nga Wai Hono i te Po as their second-ever queen. The ceremony capped off a week of mourning for the ...

Sept. 5 (UPI) --A new Maori queen was anointed Thursday when the king of New Zealand's indigenous people who died late last month was laid to rest. A statement from the Kiingitanga, meaning the Maori ...

The king, who had held the title for 18 years, was praised by New Zealand’s prime minister for his “unwavering commitment to his people.” By Alexandra E. Petri Kiingi Tuheitia, the Maori king who ...

Phil Walter / Getty Images The Maori of New Zealand anointed a new monarch on Thursday, officially installing 27-year-old Nga Wai Hono i te Po as their second-ever queen. The ceremony capped off a ...