World Politics
Opposition fighters advance in Syria
It's reported Islamist-led rebels may be closing in on Homs - the country's third biggest city - as they continue their advance on Thursday. Audio
Winston Peters signals progress on India trade deal negotiations
"I think there's a chance that we will be announcing the beginning of negotiations on that [trade deal] matter," Peters says.
South Korea's President Yoon must be suspended, ruling party leader says
It comes as the government denies reports that it is preparing to issue another martial law declaration.
France's Macron vows to stay on, promises PM to be named in 'coming days'
The French president is rejecting growing pressure from the opposition to resign.
Imran Khan indicted on charges of inciting attacks against military
Pakistan's former prime minister was indicted on charges of inciting attacks against the military, following deadly anti-government rallies led by his party last year.
Trade Minister will shoulder blame if India FTA bid fails
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has promised to secure a deal in the next two years.
What now for South Korea's embattled president?
President Yoon has since lifted martial law but large demonstrations are taking place with many calling on him to step down. Audio
Russian and Syrian warplanes attack rebel forces in Aleppo
Russian and Syrian warplanes have intensified attacks on rebel forces who took over Syria's second city, Aleppo. BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
US president Joe Biden pardons son Hunter
President Biden has been criticised by leading republicans for pardoning his son Hunter, who was due to face sentencing this month on federal gun and tax convictions. Correspondent Caroline Malone… Audio
Tip-toeing to a trade deal with India
There's already plenty of doubt that we'll get an India trade deal signed in the Prime Minister's first term as he promised. Here's another hiccup.
The niggle that could trip up an India trade deal
There's already plenty of doubt that we'll get an India trade deal signed in the Prime Minister's first term as he promised. Here's another hiccup. Audio
BBC World Lookahead with Rob Hugh-Jones
We cross over to our friends at the BBC to take a look at some of the events making headlines internationally. Audio
The Panel with Ali Jones & Shane Te Pou (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ali Jones & Shane Te Pou to discuss: President Biden pardoning his son Hunter, and Avian Flu outbreak in Otago and news from the Labour… Audio
Trump picks new FBI chief who promised to shut down 'museum of the deep state'
Patel has previously called for stripping the FBI of its intelligence-gathering role and purging its ranks of any employee who refuses to support Trump's agenda.
UK transport minister quits in new blow to PM Starmer
Britain's transport minister Louise Haigh has resigned over a historical conviction.
Australia passes world-first law to ban under-16s from social media
Young people will be blocked from TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat in an attempt to protect their mental health. Audio
Trump administration picks targeted with bomb threats and intimidation
Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee to be US defence secretary, said his family had been the target of a "credible" pipe bomb threat.
NZ-made drones can help cope with security threats - Collins
The Defence Minister says it makes sense for the armed forces to tap more into the local high technology industry to counter growing threats. Audio
The Panel with Sarah Catherall and Scott Campbell (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sarah Catherall and Scott Campbell to discuss the Government's updated plan for Smokefree 2025 and the tariffs President-elect Donald… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 27 November 2024
In today's episode, the Associate Health Minister is confident New Zealand can reduce the number of smokers to 5 percent, Wellington's public transport fares are increasing by more than 70 percent… Audio
