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Ghislaine Maxwell will make new plea to judge to let her out of prison
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend who was convicted of recruiting young girls into sex trafficking, is planning to ask a judge to release her from prison, according to a new court…
Kiwi winner at British Fashion Awards
A New Zealander has been crowned the inaugural Costume Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards. Kate Hawley spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Photos of Epstein's notorious private island released
Images show a luxurious villa, landscaping down to the seashore and a large outdoor swimming pool.
New Zealand commits $15 million to help arm Ukraine's soldiers
As peace talks with Russia stall once again, New Zealand is committing $15 million to help arm Ukraine's soldiers. Ukraine's ambassador to Australia and New Zealand Vasyl Myroshnychenko spoke to Corin… Audio
Putin sends Trump's messengers packing
Analysis - The Russian president does not want a deal, and the sweetness of being begged is something he relishes. Audio
Government announces $15 million in weapons for Ukraine
The government has announced $15 million in weapons and equipment for Ukraine, via a United States and NATO programme. Russell Palmer reports. Audio
Israel says Rafah crossing will be opened within days
It comes as Hamas says it handed over the body of one of the last two deceased hostages in the Gaza Strip.
Former Kiribati president weighs next climate summit
For the region's climate advocates, Australia's push to host COP was an opportunity to show the world how the climate crisis was affecting Pacific people. Audio
UK: German President visit, Covid inquiry expenses revealed
The President of Germany is on a state visit to the UK - Ellie Jay has the news out of London Audio
Family of Colombian killed in boat strike takes US to rights body
Alejandro Carranza Medina's family reject assertions there were drugs on the vessel targeted by Washington, and insist he was a fisherman just doing his job on the open sea.
Will New Zealand follow the 'ugly shoe' summer?
The recent Northern Hemisphere summer was populated with all manner of curious shoes that often drew the focus to the toe.
Meta acting early on social media ban for kids in Australia
Australia rolls out its under-16 social media ban - Emma Cropper reports from Sydney Audio
China, New Zealand hold dialogue on new energy vehicles
Chinese vice industry minister Xin Guobin said China is willing to strengthen cooperation with New Zealand.
Oh. What. Fun. is a light, frivolous Christmas comedy - about motherhood and female rage
Prime Video's most recent foray into the festive season genre has Michelle Pfeiffer as a frazzled woman attempting to plan the perfect Christmas.
Science with Ezzy Pearson
Tonight she's talking about Mayan cosmology, tiny T-Rex and gravitational waves. Audio
US, Russia find 'no compromise' on territory after Ukraine talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin met US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner and special envoy Steve Witkoff in the Kremlin.
Principal allegedly stabbed by staff member at Australian school
The principal was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
'If you want war, then we can fight': Putin warns Europe
Just before the meeting, Putin warned Europe that it would face swift defeat if it went to war with Russia. Audio
Race to get aid to Asia flood survivors as toll nears 1300
Torrential monsoon season deluges paired with two separate tropical cyclones last week.
World News Wrap for 3 December 2025
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
