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Middle East update with BBC correspondent Frank Gardner
Israel says it has killed one of Iran's most senior figures, its security chief Ali Larijani. His death is yet to be confirmed by Iran. BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to Ingrid… Audio
World News Wrap for 18 March 2026
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
Book on world's biggest art heist written by FBI investigator
Thirty-six years ago today the world's largest art heist was pulled off at a museum in Boston, FBI Agent Geoff Kelly was lead investigator for 22 years and spoke to Melissa about his book on the… Audio
All Whites World Cup game against Iran could be shifted to Mexico
Iran's football federation is in discussions with FIFA about moving their World Cup matches to Mexico from the United States due to concerns about the safety of their players.
Europe not interested in backing US in Straits of Hormuz
Europe appears to be leaving the US to sort the Strait of Hormuz, Anita Purcell-Sjölund reports from Sweden Audio
Israel says it killed Iranian security chief
There was no immediate response from Tehran to Israel's claims on the death of Ali Larijani, one of the most powerful figures in the Islamic Republic.
Iran national security chief killed
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz says that Ali Larijani was "eliminated last night", along with the commander of Tehran's Basij paramilitary force.
Peter Thiel's secret lectures on Antichrist in Rome spark debate
The billionaire venture capitalist has previously argued that the Antichrist is not necessarily a person but could come as a global government system.
Who is Khaby Lame - the world’s most followed TikToker?
At the beginning of the Covid pandemic, Khaby Lame lost his job as a factory worker. Now the Senegalese‑born star has sold his identity for nearly US$1 billion.
Fuel crisis forces gold miner to send two-thirds of workers home
Fuel shortages linked to the Middle East war are forcing a Western Australian gold miner to halt operations and stand down workers.
Australians warned to expect tough economic times
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about Australians being warned to expect tough times ahead as a result of the economic impact of the war in the Middle East -- and the prospect of… Audio
'Shoved through a crack': NZ-born US veteran denied citizenship
Paul Canton said US citizenship had been promised to him when he signed up to the Marine Corps.
Latest news from the United States for 17 March 2026
The latest news from the United States with correspondent Laura Taglianetti in New York. Audio
At the Oscars after-party, the fashion was sexy, strange and sensual
After the hard work is done, celebrities can loosen the proverbial tie and slip into something more, let's say, comfortable.
How to remove mould from clothing and stop it growing in drawers
Mould needs the perfect combination of moisture, warmth and suitable nutrients to grow. Wardrobes and drawers often provide all three.
Trump needs China's help in oil crisis - and is unlikely to get it
Analysis - Two weeks before the US president is scheduled to hash out critical US-China disputes, he's set a new condition for negotiations. Audio
If Trump has already won in Iran, why is he now asking for help?
Analysis - A week ago, the US President told Britain not to bother sending ships, because he'd already won the war. Audio
Israel says ground operations started against Hezbollah in south Lebanon
Defence Minister Israel Katz warned that those displaced would not return home until northern Israel was secure.
UK: working on de-escalating Iran war
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is still to make a decision about helping out in the Strait of Hormuz, Henry Riley has the latest from London Audio
Sri Lanka announces four-day work week over fears war will drag
State institutions, schools and universities will operate only four days a week as the country tries to conserve its scarce fuel reserves.