Simon Marks
Trump calls Ukraine President a 'dictator'
Donald Trump has lashed out at Ukraine's President Zelenskyy on social media, calling him a "dictator without elections" who needs to "move fast" or lose his country. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 19 February 2025
On today's episode, the Privacy Commissioner will now investigate whether Census and Covid-19 vaccination data shared with Manurewa Marae was misused for election purposes, Russia and the US have… Audio
Russia and US conclude talks over Ukraine war
Russia and the US have concluded their first direct talks since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine 3 years ago. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Trump speaks with Russian and Ukrainian presidents
U.S President Donald Trump says he has spoken with both Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky today in an attempt to start negotiations to end the war. Corin Dan… Audio
US President Trump meets with Jordan's King Abdullah
US President Donald Trump has been meeting with Jordan's King Abdullah after Trump said he could withhold aid to Jordan and Egypt if they didn't take in Palestinian refugees. Washington D.C… Audio
Concerns Trump's comments on Gaza impacted ceasefire
The ceasefire in Gaza between Hamas and Israel appears to be teetering. The militant group says it's not releasing any more hostages until Israel complies with the agreement. Meanwhile, US President… Audio
The fallout of Trump's controversial Gaza plan
The US president has doubled down on his controversial plan to resettle Palestinians - after administration officials suggested any relocation would be temporary. Audio
Trump officials try to walk back President's Gaza comments
The Trump administration is scrambling to downplay comments made by the President about his intention for the US to "take over" the Gaza Strip. Despite the walk back, Donald Trump has doubled down on… Audio
No survivors expected after plane and helicopter collide in Washington D.C
No survivors are expected to be found following Thursday's collision between a commercial jet and an army helicopter in Washington D.C. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Robert F. Kennedy Jr grilled at confirmation hearing
The deadly Samoan measles outbreak in 2019 has been raised in the confirmation hearings for Robert F. Kennedy Jr in the US Senate. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 28 January 2025
On today's episode, economists are critical of the government's plans for economic growth by focusing on tourism, Kiribati could lose out on more than $100 million in aid after leaving Deputy Prime… Audio
Colombia accepts migrants after tariff threat
US President Donald Trump has dropped plans for tariffs on Colombia after it agreed to accept deported migrants without restrictions. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Refugees have flights cancelled to the US
About 10,000 refugees who were set to travel to the United States have had their flights cancelled after the new President, Donald Trump's executive order halting refugee admissions. Correspondent… Audio
Trump pardons Jan 6 rioters on day one of presidency
Donald Trump supporters who attacked the U.S Capitol four years ago have started leaving prison after the president pardoned 1500 defendants hours after he took office. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke… Audio
Simon Marks on Trump Inauguration
Donald Trump has officially been sworn in for a second term as president of the United States. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 16th January
On today's episode, a ceasefire deal has been struck in Gaza. The agreement was made during negotiations in Qatar, and will see a full halt to the fighting, the withdrawal of Israeli soldiers from… Audio
Ceasefire deal struck in Gaza
A ceasefire deal has been struck in Gaza. The agreement was made during negotiations in Qatar, and will see a full halt to the fighting, the withdrawal of Israeli soldiers from Gaza, and the release… Audio
US correspondent on the biggest stories of 2024
US correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann about the biggest moments in 2024. Audio
US Update with Simon Marks
Feature Story News' chief correspondent Simon Marks discusses the latest on the fatal shooting of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Audio
Trump's pick for Defense Secretary under scrutiny
Donald Trump's controversial pick for Defense Secretary may be replaced, as his nomination comes under intense scrutiny. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio