World Politics
World News Wrap
Catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
BBC World Service Lookahead with Rob Hugh-Jones
We speak with BBC World Service journalist Rob Hugh-Jones about a leaders summit in China, the 60th celebrations marking the formation of the Tibet Autonomous Region and former President of Brazil… Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Anti-government protests spread across Indonesia
Indonesia's President has cancelled his planned trip to China, as anti-government protests across Indonesia intensify. Journalist Michael Neilson spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
World News Wrap
Catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
India commits to improving relationship with China
Indian Prime Minister Modi is in China for the first time in seven years, five days after washington slapped New Delhi with a 50 percent tariff punishment for purchasing Russian oil.
This city is among Putin's prizes, and 'only stupid people aren't scared'
Kramatorsk and its surrounds are considered among the biggest prizes coveted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who ordered his full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
How Saudi Arabia took over the world of sport - James Montague
An in-depth look at how the murder of Saudi journalist and dissident Jamal Khashoggi sped up Saudi Arabia's involvement and investment in sport. Audio
European leaders expressing outrage at Russia attack on Kyiv
UK correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about European leaders expressing their outrage at Russia's deadliest attack on Kyiv in over a month, as well as councils in the UK that have issueed… Audio
Arrests made in relation to Aussie police officer shooting
Arrests have been made in relation to the fatal shooting of two police officers in the rural Victorian town of Porepunkah. The manhunt for 56-year-old Desmond Filby, also known as Dezi Freeman, is in… Audio
'Quite complicated': Government undecided on following Australia on Iran
The Prime Minister says a decision on whether to expel Iran's ambassador is not one that would be taken lightly.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 29 August 2025
In today's episode, Trade Minister Todd McClay met with senior US officials in Washington last week, pushing for a reduction to the 15 percent tariff on New Zealand exports; From Auckland mayor Wayne… Audio
US Fed Governor sues to challenge Trump's attempt to fire her
Lisa Cook wants a judge to rule that the US President's actions are unlawful.
How was Iran able to commit antisemitic attacks on Australian soil?
Laura Tingle, the ABC's Global Affairs Editor, joins Emile Donovan to explain. Audio
Russian missile, drone attack kills eight in Ukraine capital
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said the attack on Kyiv was in clear disregard for peace negotiations.
Israel strikes Yemen after Houthis fire new type of missile
An Israeli air force official, claimed the furthest target was approximately 2000km from Israel.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 28 August 2025
In today's episode, Meridian is eyeing fast track approval to power up its energy generation; The government is hoping its new plans to fast-track more supermarkets will help to put a lid on the cost… Audio
Trump imposes 50 percent tariff on India
US President Donald Trump has kept his promise of imposing 50 percent tariffs on India - a punishment for its continued purchase of Russian oil. Washington correspondent Nick Harper spoke to Corin… Audio
Spies, Allies, and the FBI
From Kash Patel’s surprise visit to Kim Dotcom’s infamous raid, New Zealand’s relationship with the FBI and America has been anything but simple. In this episode, Guyon and Corin uncover how NZ has… Video, Audio
More than 1300 officials, 500 police to ensure smooth Samoa election
There are over 100,000 registered voters for the 2025 general election.
