Russia
Putting right what went wrong with RNZ's online news
A review of RNZ's online news has called for greater oversight and enforcement of standards after a crisis sparked by a single staffer making 'inappropriate' edits to international news online… Audio
Putting right what went wrong with RNZ's online news
A review of RNZ's online news has called for greater oversight and enforcement of standards after a crisis sparked by a single staffer making 'inappropriate' edits to international news online…
AudioNorth Korea shows off ballistic missiles, drones at night-time parade
A Chinese and Russian presence at a North Korean parade including UN-banned ballistic missiles is a shift from Beijing and Moscow's previous efforts to distance themselves from their neighbour's…
Frank Gardner, BBC Security correspondent on Wagner group rebellion
BBC's Frank Gardner talks to Jim about the implications of the short-lived mutinous march on Moscow by the Wagner mercenaries who've been engaged in some of the fiercest fighting of the war in… Audio
World watches as mercenary army turns on Putin
Rebel Wagner forces appear to be halfway to Moscow from the city of Rostov, which they claim to control, with reports that Russian army helicopters are firing upon the rebel forces.
What you need to know: Russian internal conflict begins to boil over
A fuse appears to have been lit between Russia's leadership and the outspoken Wagner mercenary leader, with mercenaries entering a Russian city. RNZ's Jeremy Rees looks at what we know so far.
Further fallout as RNZ takes out the ‘garbage’
External experts are poring over the ‘inappropriate editing’ of international news published online by RNZ. It has already tightened editorial checks and stood down an online journalist. Will this… Audio
Further fallout as RNZ takes out the ‘garbage’
External experts are poring over the ‘inappropriate editing’ of international news published online by RNZ. It has already tightened editorial checks and stood down an online journalist. Will this…
AudioMidweek Mediawatch - RNZ's Russiagate; 'rinky-dink' politics & forecast fatigue
In this week's Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Anna Thomas about RNZ's 'pro-Russia edits' saga now extending stories about other countries - and a newspaper's feature story that fell short… Audio
Midweek Mediawatch - RNZ's Russiagate; 'rinky-dink' politics & forecast fatigue
In this week's Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Anna Thomas about RNZ's 'pro-Russia edits' saga now extending stories about other countries - and a newspaper's feature story that fell short…
AudioRNZ investigating Kremlin-friendly story edits
RNZ is investigating how online stories about the war in Ukraine, supplied by an international news agency, were edited to align with the Russian view of events. A staff member has been stood down… Audio
RNZ investigating Kremlin-friendly story edits
RNZ is investigating how online stories about the war in Ukraine, supplied by an international news agency, were edited to align with the Russian view of events. A staff member has been stood down…
AudioThe war in Ukraine is escalating - and NZ won't escape the consequences
Opinion - Russia's war with Ukraine is now at a critical turning point. The relentless missile and drone strikes on the capital Kyiv may look like a sign of strength, but appearances can be deceiving.
Russia says US hacked thousands of Apple phones to spy
Russia says it has uncovered an American espionage operation made up of thousands of iPhones using sophisticated surveillance software.
Russia, China seal economic pacts despite Western disapproval
Russia's prime minister has signed agreements with China, describing bilateral ties at an unprecedented high, despite disapproval from the West.
Mstyslav Chernov: Pulitzer prize winner on Mariupol atrocities
Mstyslav Chernov is part of a small team of Associated Press Ukrainian journalists who this week won a Pulitzer Prize for their fearless reporting from Mariupol last year. For nearly three weeks they… Audio
US envoy says Russian ship picked up weapons in South Africa
The US ambassador to South Africa has told local journalists Washington is confident a Russian vessel uploaded weapons and ammunition from South Africa in December.
Ukraine war: Crimea oil tank set ablaze by reported drone
A drone strike has caused a massive fire at an oil depot in Russian-controlled Crimea, local officials say.
Russian opposition figure jailed for 25 years
Opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza has been sentenced to 25 years in jail for treason and other charges linked to his criticism of the war in Ukraine.
Blues have chance to highlight title credentials
The Blues have the perfect opportunity to kickstart their stuttering Super Rugby campaign this weekend.
