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Update on hostage release developments
As Israeli hostages were released and reunited with their families today, so too were almost 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees. Thomas Helm is the Jerusalem correspondent for The National, a… Audio
World News Wrap for 14 October 2025
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
Hostages released by Israel and Hamas
Alex Baird reports from the Middle-East where the Israeli hostages and Palestinian captives are heading home Audio
UK reaction of hostage release, cockroaches infest London buses
Henry Riley reports from London where the buses are being over-run by cockroaches Audio
Search for missing boy Gus in Australia's outback resumes
The four-year-old went missing on September 27, with his disappearance leading to extensive ground and air searches in South Australia.
UK Prime Minister attends international peace summit
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about the UK Prime Minister attending the internation peace summit in Egypt, as well as hour long queues forming at airports around Europe… Audio
Trump declares war in Gaza over after first phase of deal progresses
Tel Aviv correspondent Blake Sifton spoke to Lisa Owen about the latest on the Israeli hostage release. Audio
Remaining Israeli hostages due to be released
Middle East correspondent Perry Wilton spoke to Lisa Owen about the fast approaching release of the remaining Israeli hostages. It is part of the first phase of what is a fragile peace deal between… Audio
Diane Keaton's death shocked many: her family kept her decline private
Actress Diane Keaton has died at age 79. Details were not immediately available and Keaton's loved ones have asked for privacy, a family spokesperson said.
How long can you safely store and reheat leftovers?
If you regularly cook a big batch to help you get through a busy week, do you give a second thought to how you're storing it?
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 13 October 2025
On today's show, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss for his weekly interview, the Public Service Commissioner is questioning whether the PPTA is committed to reaching a deal… Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
From The Godfather to The First Wives Club: Here are Diane Keaton's best films
Keaton shot to fame in the 1970s as Kay Adams-Corleone in The Godfather films. She was known for starring roles in films including Father of the Bride, First Wives Club and Annie Hall, which won her…
UNICEF Spokesperson speaks to RNZ from Gaza
Dozens of aid trucks have been seen crossing into southern Gaza. UNICEF spokesperson Tess Ingram spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Gaza. Audio
World News Wrap for 13 October 2025
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
US: President annoyed he didn't win Nobel Peace Prize
Katherine Firkin reports from New York on the latest news out of the USA Audio
Political turmoil continues in France
Anita Purcell-Sjölund reports on another weekend over political turmoil in France Audio
Worlds Of Music 12 October, 2025
Music from the world, for the world, featuring Jazzbois, Mavis Staples, Dom La Nena, and Welsh alt-folk group 9bach. Audio
Norway sweep Israel aside 5-0 as Haaland scores hat-trick
Erling Haaland bags a hat-trick as Norway secure a commanding 5-0 win over Israel ahead of their friendly against the All Whites.
Fighting erupts along the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan
Gun and artillery fire lit up the night sky, as tensions continue to rise following a Pakistani airstrike against Kabul this week.
