England
Sir Michael Morpurgo: Covid-19 will leave us a kinder world
Sir Michael Morpurgo believes that once the Covid-19 pandemic is beaten, the world will be a kinder, more compassionate place. The War Horse author joins the show to discuss the pandemic and the light… Audio
Breaking Mad: The Insider's Guide to Conquering Anxiety
TV presenter Anna Williamson looked to have it all at 25, but anxiety began to plague her and soon her dream life and career looked threatened when she broke down. She's written about her experiences… Audio
Sad songs say so much
Researchers at the University of Exeter analysed the lyrics of more than 15,000 songs published between 1965 and 2015 and found that popular songs are getting sadder. Dr. Charlotte Brand was one of… Audio
Calling Home: Charles Olsen in Madrid
Having been enticed by a love of Spanish art and flamenco guitar, New Zealand artist and poet Charles Olsen arrived in Spain in 2003 with the intention of staying for a month. Seventeen years later… Audio
The Mindful Art of "Forest Bathing"
Most people would probably agree that being among trees and nature is good for the soul. But can meditating in a forest actually aid your health? Forest bathing is the latest wellbeing therapy to… Audio
'Harry and Meghan were safer from the press in England'
They left the UK seeking a more private life, but Prince Harry and Meghan have only upped the ante in their relationship with the media by heading to North America. Celebrity snapper Giles Harrison… Audio
Root finds form with Test century against NZ
Joe Root ended a poor run of form when he scored his 17th Test century and led England to 269-5 before rain ended play early on the third day of the second Test against New Zealand in Hamilton.
NZ take control of second Test
Tim Southee and Matt Henry removed both England openers as New Zealand reduced the tourists to 39-2 and took control of the second Test.
Rain forces early end to day one of second Test
Heavy rain has washed out the final session of the first day of the second Test between New Zealand and England at Seddon Park in Hamilton.
Stokes defends his skipper ahead of second test
England cricketer Ben Stokes described the test side's captaincy as one of the most criticised roles and said the team had shared the responsibility for their heavy first Test loss.
NZ Cricket apologises to Archer
New Zealand Cricket chief David White visited England's Jofra Archer to apologise for the racial abuse the fast bowler said he was subjected to in the first test at Mount Maunganui.
It was close to Santner's favourite Test match
Mitchell Santner isn't sure if that was the favourite match of his Test career, but the Black Cap has to admit the win over England by an innings is "not far off".
Santner strikes as NZ take control of first Test
Mitchell Santner scored his maiden Test century and then grabbed three quick wickets to reduce England to 55-3 at the close of play on the fourth day of the first Test at Bay Oval on Sunday.
Watling century guides NZ to lead
BJ Watling scored the first test century on Bay Oval as New Zealand established a 41-run lead against England on Saturday, reaching 394-6 at the close of the third day of the first test in Mt…
Black Caps to fight fire with fire
The Black Caps coach Gary Stead is looking forward to the prospect of being able to fight fire with fire as New Zealand head into the first test against England.
England dangerman still adjusting to new balls
England fast bowler Jofra Archer says it has been a challenge adjusting to the Kookaburra ball ahead of Thursday's first test against New Zealand.
Sport: Fiji's Ma'afu ready to face countrymen
Campese Ma'afu to face his countrymen for the first time when rugby's Barbarians take on the Flying Fijians.
Midday Sports News for 11 November 2019
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'I've never seen an All Blacks team so thoroughly outplayed' - RWC reporter
England were on another level compared with the All Blacks, superior in every facet of the game and deserved to win by a wider margin, says Joe Porter, RNZ's Rugby World Cup reporter.
We prepared for this triumph for years, says Eddie Jones
Following their momentous 19-7 victory over New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup, England are one win away from claiming the trophy for the second time - while Eddie Jones is just 80 minutes away from…