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Israel kills 10 Palestinians after ceasefire deal
The Israeli military has confirmed they killed 10 Palestinians in the West Bank city Jenin - just days after the ceasefire deal took effect in Gaza. Correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Trump administration to criminally probe officials who resist immigration changes
United States President Donald Trump's administration has directed US prosecutors to criminally investigate state and local officials who attempt to resist its immigration enforcement efforts… Audio
Dangerous winds threaten Southern California fires days before Trump visit
They are sparking fears that progress made fighting wildfires could be reversed as the new president prepares to survey the damage.
Amsterdam based Music Supervisor Laura Bell discusses music in films
Welcome to our new music series Sound Advice. Where we speak to Music Supervisors who meld the worlds of film and music unravelling the movies and soundtracks. In this episode Maggie Tweedie speaks to… Audio
Putin’s ‘not doing so well,’ says Trump in unusually critical remarks
The US President has told reporters his Russian counterpart should make a deal to end the war with Ukraine.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 22 January 2025
On today's episode, inflation heading into more manageable territory is good news for the government, in one of his first acts as the 47th President, Donald Trump signed an executive order that he… Audio
'Like the apocalypse': 76 dead, guests leap from windows in Turkish ski resort fire
"People all started to jump with panic. One friend jumped from the 11th floor - may God have mercy on him," one witness said.
Nottingham Forest fans embrace kiwi striker Chris Wood
Kiwi footballer Chris Wood has been making a splash in the English Premier League, with 14 goals this season helping his Nottingham Forest side to third in the standings. Forest Focus podcast host… Audio
Djokovic beats Alcaraz, NZ pair through to doubles semi
Novak Djokovic battled injury to beat Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarter finals last night, keeping alive his bid to reach a record 25 grand slam titles. Tennis correspondent Dave Worsley… Audio
Prince Harry's damages battle delayed as two sides in talk
The opening day of Prince Harry's damages battle against the owners of The Sun newspaper has been delayed as the two sides discuss a possible settlement. UK correspondent Olly Barratt spoke to Alexa… Audio
Zelensky says security-guarantee would need at least 200,000 peacekeepers
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who is seeking a meeting with US President Donald Trump, says that at least 200,000 European peacekeepers will be needed to prevent a new Russian attack after…
NZ woman in serious condition after being set on fire
An Auckland woman, Destiny Otton-Rakuraku, remains in serious condition in hospital in Brisbane after being set on fire. ABC reporter Arianna Levy spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Trump supporters who stormed US Capitol begin to leave prison after pardons
US President Donald Trump's pardon has quashed hundreds of pending cases with leaders of the far-right Proud Boys and Oath Keepers among those pardoned.
How Trump's threats against 'free-riding' allies could backfire
Analysis - With Trump, US allies might be excused for asking themselves: "With friends like this, who needs enemies?"
What to expect from the third Fourth Wing book, Onyx Storm
Fans of the fairy porn saga have been desperate to get their hands on the third instalment in the planned five-book Empyrean series out today.
'Extremely critical' risk as winds whip fire-weary Los Angeles
Fire-weary southern California was buffeted Monday by dangerous winds, with forecasters warning of an "extremely critical" risk.
Maori artist Reuben Paterson invites us into his NYC Art studio
Maggie Tweedie meets Reuben Paterson in his art studios in Bushwick. The artists made the bold decision to relocate to New York nearly two years ago, leaving behind his life as an exhibiting artist… Audio
Three hostages got ‘gift bags’ from Hamas upon release - what was inside?
Analysis - Each of the three women were seen carrying a bag in footage released late Sunday by the Israel Defense Forces.
Irish singer-songwriter Susan O'Neill touching down in NZ
Described as a rising star, Susan has performed with Grammy award-winner Phoebe Bridgers and Australian blues band The Teskey Brothers. Audio
Donald Trump taking office in pictures
Trump has taken his place as the 47th United States President.
