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Beginning of India's general election - Asia correspondent
Let's get to Asia now and we're joined by our correspondent in India, Per Elinder Liljas Audio
Iranian media plays down impact of strikes
Let's get more on the developing story in the Middle East now. The US says Israel has carried out a strike on Iran. Audio
Reports of airstrike on Iran - Middle East correspondent
Let's head to the Middle East now where there are reports of an airstrike on Iran. Both CNN and CBS say a US officials have confirmed Israel has launched an attack on Iran. Audio
Canada budget to increase tax on rich
Canada correspondent Ashleigh Stewart speaks to Lisa Owen about the Canadian federal government to fund new budget spending by increasing capital gains tax. Audio
Aotearoa's Islamic community urged to stay vigilant after Australian stabbing
The Federation of Islamic Associations has advised the community to be careful this weekend in the wake of an attack at a church in Australia.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 19 April
On today's episode we hear from Fire and Emergency National Commander Russell Wood on the FENZ review into their response during the Auckland floods and Cyclone Gabrielle, Auckland council issued a… Audio
Jury finally selected for Donald Trump trial
Lawyers have been trying to find 12 impartial jurors since Monday - but there's still another hurdle.
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Taylor Swift fans get early listen to new album
Those wanting to listen to Taylor Swift's new album The Tortured Poets Department have had a chance to get a jump on everyone else. Variety's Jem Aswad spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Prince William returns to duty after Kate diagnosis
Prince William helped volunteers prepare food in a charity kitchen, his first official engagement since his wife, Kate, announced her cancer diagnosis.
Former Foreign Minister of Australia warns NZ of AUKUS risks
A former foreign minister of Australia is warning the AUKUS deal puts his country's sovereignty at risk. Bob Carr, who was Australia's foreign minister between 2012 and 2013, spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZ and Philippines bolster defence ties
As tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific, New Zealand and the Philippines have pledged to bolster defence ties, making it easier for their armed forces to work together. Deputy political editor Craig… Audio
'Explosive attacks' planned by two accused of being Russia spies in Germany
Germany authorities say the men were planning to sabotage military aid for Ukraine and had planned "explosive attacks".
Teen who allegedly stabbed Sydney bishop charged with terrorism
A second has also been arrested, following a riot which broke out outside the church shortly afterward.
G7 countries meet on Italian island of Capri
The G7 group of wealthy nations are in Italy for a 3-day meeting dominated by calls for more assistance to Ukraine to fight Russia, and more sanctions against Iran. Correspondent Giles Gibson spoke to… Audio
Signed basketball boots incl. from Michael Jordan at auction
A consignment of basketball boots are up at auction in the USA - including a pair of Michael Jordan's old sneakers, head of Robert Edwards Auctions, Brian Dwyer joined the programme. Audio
Africa: Burkina Faso expets French diplomats
Burkina Faso and its former colonial master France are butting diplomatic heads - Nabil Ahmed Rufai has the details out of Africa Audio
US: jury selections continue in hush money trial of Trump
Jury selection continues in the trial of Donald J Trump, Bevan Hurley has been watching developments Audio
Watch: Kiwi family swims to safety as Dubai roads turn to rivers
A New Zealand family on holiday in Dubai recalls the moment they had to abandon their car as the flood waters rose rapidly.
Hundreds evacuated as Indonesia volcano erupts
An ash column went 2.5km into the sky as Mount Ruang continued erupting for a second day.
