World Politics
BBC World Service Lookahead with Jonathan Frewin
Emile speaks to Jonathan Frewin from the BBC World Service to take a look at some of the events making headlines internationally. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 11th August
In today's episode, a new poll out Monday morning shows the government struggling to make headway amidst the cost-of-living crisis; A damning new Otago University report exposes deep flaws in New… Audio
Albanese, Luxon wrap up annual bilateral leaders' meeting
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and his Australian counterpart paid tribute to Anzac soldiers in Arrowtown and took a scenic helicopter flight.
Europe stresses need to protect Ukrainian interests ahead of Trump-Putin talks
Trump plans to meet Putin in Alaska next week, saying the parties, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, were close to a deal.
White House considering inviting Zelensky to Alaska
United States' President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin there on 15 August.
Nagasaki mayor warns of nuclear war, 80 years after A-bomb
Thousands have bowed their heads in prayer in Nagasaki to mark the 80th anniversary of the city's atomic bombing, as the mayor warned that current global conflicts could push the world again into…
Aus, NZ PMs reiterate positions on Palestinian statehood
This year's talks have included the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Palestinian statehood, as well as security, defence and economic challenges closer to home.
California escalates Texas redistricting fight with November ballot measure
Texas Republicans have drawn a new congressional map aimed at flipping five Democratic seats in the November 2026 midterm election.
Gaps emerge over potential Trump-Putin summit
Analysis: While the Kremlin claimed a meeting next week was all but agreed to, the US says nothing has been finalised.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 8 August 2025
In today's episode, research by the University of Otago shows many New Zealand GPs are already using AI to record and write up patient notes; Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has convened a… Audio
US to build its largest federal migrant detention centre on military base
It's the latest move to use military resources to make good on President Donald Trump's immigration agenda.
Will New Zealand move with the tide over Gaza?
With starvation reaching crisis point in Gaza and an impetus to pressure Israel to pull back, New Zealand's reactions to the conflict remain muted.
Will NZ move with the tide over Gaza?
With starvation reaching a crisis point in Gaza and an impetus to pressure Israel to pull back, New Zealand's reactions to the conflict remain muted Audio
Is New Zealand's relationship with Australia better than ever?
Ahead of a bilateral summit this weekend, director of the centre for strategic studies at Victoria University of Wellington David Capie joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Group Chat: Sydney Sweeney, Love later in life and more
The topics dominating your group chats .. today Kate Rodger and Olivia Wilson are here with a veritable buffet of issues from the continuing fallout over American Eagle's Sydney Sweeney ad, some… Audio
Trump's tariffs crash into delicate geopolitical reality
Analysis: The US President faces a unique challenge balancing all of his simultaneous demands with Russia, China and India.
Texas Democrats threatened with fines and arrests after fleeing state
In the US, Democrats are being threatened with fines and arrests - after fleeing the state of Texas to block a vote that could determine the balance of power in the US Congress. Correspondent Simon… Audio
How the Epstein files could seriously damage Trump's base
There are signs that the previously unwavering MAGA base of Donald Trump is starting to turn on him as he becomes increasingly embroiled in the Epstein files.
Lies and U-turns from Trump's team over the Epstein files
There are signs that the previously unwavering MAGA base of Donald Trump is starting to turn on him as he becomes increasingly embroiled in the Epstein files. Audio
European correspondent Christian Smith
Christian Smith joins Mark Leishman to discuss a fraught immigration climate in the UK, pressure on for Russia to agree to peace talks with Ukraine, and a Kiwi performer at the Edinburgh Fringe… Audio
