The haka, a traditional Maori dance of challenge, has transcended its sacred origins to become a cherished cultural symbol for all New Zealanders. From sporting events to funerals and graduations, its ...

New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has indicated his side would embrace any challenge England might pose to the traditional haka ahead of their highly anticipated clash at Allianz Stadium this Saturday ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The haka, a chanting dance of challenge, is sacred to New Zealand’s Māori people but it’s become a beloved cultural institution among New Zealanders of all races.

Stay up-to-date with the politics team. Sign up for the Teen Vogue Take A spark flashed across the internet last November. Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke, a member of Te Pāti Māori, or the Māori Party, ...

When Aaliyah and Benjamin Armstrong posted video from their wedding online for friends and family, they had no idea it would soon be seen by millions of people all over the world. The video shows ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand legislators voted Thursday to enact record suspensions from Parliament for three lawmakers who performed a Māori haka to protest a proposed law. Hana-Rāwhiti ...

A Sikh parade in South Auckland was disrupted on Saturday by a group of 'Patriot' protesters doing haka. They were linked to political leader Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church, a Christian fundamentalist ...

A Sikh Nagar Kirtan procession in South Auckland was disrupted after members of the Destiny Church–linked group True Patriots of NZ performed a haka and blocked the route. Police intervened to prevent ...

New Zealand celebrated its gold medal in women’s Olympic Rugby 7s with a special version of the haka, showing all the fierceness and focus that had seen them become worthy winners against France in ...