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Germany correspondent Thomas Sparrow
EU toughens up on illegal arrivals in new migration policy, Friedrich Merz calls for greater tech independence for Germany and Europe, and like potatoes? Berlin is giving away 4 million kilos. Audio
Latest Epstein files show ex-prince Andrew on all fours, kneeling over woman
The late sex offender also proposed in 2010 that the then-prince meet a Russian woman, the files reveal, while Andrew invited Epstein to Buckingham Palace. Audio
What 3 million new documents tell us about Trump's Epstein ties
US President Donald Trump is mentioned more than 1000 times in the 3 million Jeffrey Epstein documents just released. Audio
British PM says Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor should testify in US
The British Prime Minister says Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor should testify before a U.S. congressional committee, following new revelations about the former royal's links to Jeffrey Epstein. US… Audio
World news wrap
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Lucy Thomson. Audio
US: millions more Epstein files released, big storm hits east
Katherine Firkin reports from the USA where millions more Epstein files have been released Audio
Boy killed by shark honoured at Bondi Beach
Nico Antic, 12, died in hospital on 24 January, six days after being attacked in Sydney Harbour.
Who is Stephen Miller, Trump's immigration policy architect
When Miller was in high school, his classmates made a short film about him. By 31, he was in Donald Trump's White House.
Irish storytelling nights now a global sensation
Seanchoíche (that's shan-a-key-ha, if you're wondering), is a global series of storytelling nights that Ciaran founded to celebrate real people and real stories. A natural storyteller fluent in… Audio
UK PM says ex-prince Andrew should testify before Congress over Epstein ties
Newly released files showed King Charles' brother maintained regular contact with Epstein for more than two years, after he was found guilty of child sex crimes.
The latest from the UK with Christian Smith
UK correspondent Christian Smith talks to Jim about the big stories making news in Britain. Audio
Pakistan says 92 militants killed after attacks in Balochistan
Pakistan's military said in a statement sent by text message that 15 security personnel were also killed during clearance operations.
US judge declines to halt Trump's Minnesota immigration agent surge
A Minnesota federal judge declined to order a halt to Trump's immigration enforcement crackdown, in a lawsuit by state officials accusing federal agents of widespread civil rights abuses.
Ex-CNN journalist Don Lemon denies Minnesota protest charges
US journalist Don Lemon has appeared in court, and he would plead not guilty to the charges.
Al Gillespie: Is Trump gearing up to strike Iran?
International Law professor Alexander Gillespi discusses the how United States exerting pressure on other countries. Audio
Israeli strikes kill 27 in Gaza, Palestinian health officials say
The Israeli military said it had targeted commanders and sites belonging to Palestinian militant group Hamas and its ally, Islamic Jihad.
How your brain can be trained like a muscle
When the brain is asked to stretch beyond routine, that slight mental discomfort is often the sign that the brain is being trained, a neurologist says.
Venezuela opens up oil industry as Trump threatens more tariffs on countries selling to Cuba
In a move by Caracas to meet the demands of the US president, Venezuela has approved a law change that will make it easier for foreign companies to take part in its oil industry.
Sleaford Mods' Jason Williamson
Maggie Tweedie chats with Jason Williamson of minimalist Nottingham punk duo Sleaford Mods, covering the band's gritty new album The Demise of Planet X, upcoming April shows in Wellington and… Audio
NASA delays Moon mission over frigid weather
The new window for the launch could put the event on the same day as the Super Bowl.
