Checkpoint for Tuesday 15 January 2013

5:58 PM.It took Britain's Andy Murray just over an hour and a half to beat the Netherland's Robin Haase 6-3 6-1 6-3. Audio

5:43 PM.President Obama has rejected any more negotiations with Republicans over raising the country's borrowing limit. Audio

5:39 PM.The petroleum exploration company, TAG Oil, says it will go it alone on the North Island's east coast after losing its large US partner. Audio

5:33 PM.An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

5:26 PM.An international study has found that children who frequently eat fast food are more likely to have severe allergic reactions. Audio

5:22 PM.News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

5:18 PM.The New Zealand and British governments have agreed to work more closely to counter threats to cyber security. Audio

5:15 PM.Auckland and Canterbury are also contributing to strong real estate figures with the country's house prices and sales continuing to rise. Audio

5:13 PM.A key survey of business opinion suggests a surge of activity by Auckland and Christchurch firms helped the economy spring back in the final part of 2012. Audio

5:07 PM.An American tourist has had a narrow escape from a flooded Nelson river - fighting strong currents, dodging floating trees and being forced to grab a branch to pull his way to safety. Audio