World Politics
More than 1300 officials, 500 police to ensure smooth Samoa election
There are over 100,000 registered voters for the 2025 general election.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 26 August 2025
In today's episode, the Justice Select Committee has recommended a referendum is held to decide if New Zealand should switch to four-year parliamentary terms; Outdoor education, amongst other… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 25 August 2025
In today's episode, house prices remain stuck despite lower interest rates giving first-home buyers a win, while leaving property owners gnashing their teeth; Thousands of people are opting to pay for… Audio
Chicago 'probably next' in line for military crackdown - report
The US President said "Chicago is a mess", as he continued his attacks on cities run by Democratic politicians.
US judge orders dismantling of Trump's 'Alligator Alcatraz'
The hastily constructed detention centre was designed to house 3000 undocumented migrants.
Donald Trump not budging on trade tariff - Luxon
The Prime Minister says there's no suggestion the US President will budge on a 15 percent trade tariff for New Zealand exports.
Sony hikes PlayStation 5 prices in US
The price changes come after US President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on imports from global manufacturing hubs such as China and Japan.
Trump ramps up rhetoric as Russia-Ukraine peace talks stall
The US President appeared to offer a rationale for Ukraine to go on offence against Russia, notable rhetoric as the momentum around peace talks has stalled.
Peters talks defence, trade with US Secretary of State
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters has spoken to his US counterpart about defence and trade this morning.
How Texas Republicans want to dismantle Democratic districts
It's all part of a cut-throat struggle to tilt the outcome of next year's US midterm elections before voters even cast a ballot.
Netanyahu says Israel to resume Gaza negotiations to end war, free hostages
It was the Israeli prime minister's first response to a temporary ceasefire proposal put forward by Egypt and Qatar that Hamas has accepted.
Israel begins offensive on Gaza City
After nearly two years of war, and with no end in sight, Israel's exhausted military may face a manpower problem.
Tensions ramp up between Israeli and Aussie leaders
Australia correspondent Nicole Johnston spoke to Lisa Owen about tensions ramping up between the Israeli and Australian Prime Ministers, as the Albanese government repsonded to Netanyahu's comments. Audio
Israel begins first stages of offensive on Gaza city
Israel has begun the first stages of its controversial offensive on Gaza city. The Israeli government believes it is one of the last Hamas strongholds, and where the remaining hostages are thought to… Audio
Bill to redraw electoral boundaries of Texas passes
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about a divisive bill to redraw electoral boundaries in Texas which has just been drawn, as well as the Trump administation continuing its… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 21st August 2025
In today's episode, the Reserve Bank cut the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday, as expected; Plane spotters lined the streets of outside Whenuapai air base last night to watch the… Audio
US Airforce's largest plane lands in Auckland
Plane spotters lined the streets of outside Whenuapai air base last night to watch the United States Air Force's largest plane touch down. NZDF Auckland Base Commander Group Captain Brett Clayton… Audio
Musk must face lawsuit claiming he ran illegal US$1m election lottery
An Arizona resident alleges voters had no real chance despite being told winners would be chosen randomly.
NZ facing toughest national security environment of recent times - report
Foreign interference, espionage, and online radicalisation threats have increased since last year, the Security Intelligence Service says. Audio
Israel prepares to launch expanded military operation in Gaza
Israel will call up 60,000 reservists, as it prepares to launch an expanded military operation in Gaza City. Tel Aviv correspondent Blake Sifton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
