World Politics
NZ's United Nations History
As Winston Peters heads to the UN, Context looks back at how NZ has shaped the world stage — from Peter Fraser at its founding to peacekeepers in Korea and Timor, and a fiery clash with Israel. Video, Audio
NZ urged to build new trade blocs
BRICS is shifting the weight of global power, and one expert says it may be time New Zealand changes alliances. Audio
Nepal's deadly 'Gen-Z' protests
ABC South Asia bureau chief Meghna Bali joins Emile Donovan to explain the unfolding civil unrest in Nepal prompted by a ban on all forms of social media, which has seen people killed in riots… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 17 September 2025
In today's episode, nurses turn their backs on the Health Minister, hundreds of Dunedin residents have lost power after vegetation hit a powerline as a severe weather front moves up the South Island… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 17 September 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly political panel with National and Labour; A United Nations commission of inquiry says Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza; There's further… Audio
Court blocks Trumps bid to fire Fed Governor Cook
A US appeals court ruled Cook can stay, preserving the Fed's independence, for now.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 16th September 2025
In today's episode, more than 100 more staff are in line to go in Tokoroa at the local plywood manufacturing plant; The latest RNZ Reid Research poll has the election on a razor's edge with the right… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 16 September 2025
In today's episode, the latest RNZ Reid Research poll has the political landscape in a deadlock -- the Labour Party still a nose ahead of National, but neither side able to govern alone; Nine clergy… Audio
Israel and US put on united front during Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit
Israel and the United States have put on a united front during US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Israel. Tel Aviv correspondent Blake Sifton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
What to know about Trump’s UK state visit
The United States president is a long-time fan of the British royal family.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 15th September 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly chat with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon; Music and hospitality leaders are singing the government's praises over a $70 million funding package for tourism and… Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Israel
The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in Israel amid tensions over its strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar. Ingrid Hipkiss spoke to POLITICO's Josh Gerstein. Audio
Trump hosts Qatari prime minister after Israeli attack in Doha
The US president voiced displeasure at Israel's strike in Doha, reassuring Qatar of its role as a regional mediator. Audio
Thousands demand sanctions against Israel in Auckland
At the back of the protest, police provided a human barrier separating the 20,000 marchers from a group of counter-protesters.
Watch: Charlie Kirk's widow vows to continue husband's work
Erika Kirk, widow of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has vowed to continue her husband's work, saying those responsible for his death "have no idea what you have unleashed". Video, Audio
Nepal gets first female leader after unrest
Former chief justice Sushila Karki has been named the country's interim head.
Is political violence the new normal?
It feels like the world is watching as American authorities try to find the person responsible for the killing of Charlie Kirk. Audio
Trump, other officials mourn Charlie Kirk amid 9/11 tributes
Kirk was a "giant of his generation," and a "champion of liberty," Trump said at the beginning of his remarks during a 9/11 ceremony at the Pentagon
UN Security Council condemns strikes on Qatar, without naming Israel
Israel launched an unprecedented strike on Qatar's capital Doha targeting Hamas leaders earlier this week.
