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Why Donald Trump's Ukraine U-turn is a fork in the road
With the US and Europe now deeply divided, New Zealand may have to take sides.
Kiwis in Queensland rush home as Cyclone Alfred looms
They're battening down the hatches or changing their flights home to make a hasty getaway.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 5 March 2025
In today's episode, a trade war between the US and some of its closest trading partners has erupted - causing stock markets to plummet and raising fears it could contribute to a crash in the global… Audio
Second nurse charged over video threatening Israeli patients posted online by influencer
New South Wales police have charged a second Bankstown Hospital nurse over a video posted online that made threats against Israeli patients.
Fuel remains on NZ navy ship that sunk on Samoan reef
The NZDF has not said just how much is left on the ship.
Donald Trump's big gamble
Analysis - Tariffs against Canada and Mexico deal a fresh shock to a slowing economy.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 5 March 2025
On today's episode, Donald Trump is set to address a joint session of congress where he'll outline his agenda on immigration, the economy, and his approach to Ukraine, Ukraine President Vlodymyr… Audio
US and Ukraine preparing to sign minerals deal today, sources say
US President Donald Trump's administration and Ukraine plan to sign the much-debated minerals deal following a disastrous Oval Office meeting in which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was…
Ukraine back to the negotiating table
Less than 24 hours after the US decided it would pause military aid to Ukraine, the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his country is ready to come to the negotiating table as soon as… Audio
What we learned from Meghan Markle's new Netflix show
Meghan arranges a small bouquet of flowers for her guests and makes some truffle popcorn in case they want a "late night nibble."
Zelensky says 'time to make things right' after Trump clash
"Our meeting in Washington, at the White House on Friday, did not go the way it was supposed to be." Audio
US pauses all military aid to Ukraine
Ukraine is grappling with Tuesday's announcement from Donald Trump that the United States has paused all military aid to Ukraine. BBC's Ukraine correspondent James Waterhouse spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Trump to outline agenda on immigration, the economy and Ukraine
Donald Trump is set to address a joint session of congress where he'll outline his agenda on immigration, the economy, and his approach to Ukraine. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Tropical Cyclone Alfred bears down on Queensland
Pam Corkery is hunkering down waiting for a cyclone - she joined First Up from Brisbane Audio
Talks resume on Gaza ceasefire as food prices soar
The UN warns over food prices in Gaza - Alex Baird reports from Doha Audio
Trade war erupts as Trump hits Canada, Mexico, China with steep tariffs
The US President imposed 25 percent tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports and doubled duties on Chinese goods to 20 percent, prompting retaliation.
Queensland supermarket shelves stripped as millions brace for cyclone
Queenslanders are heeding warnings to stock up on essentials as the region prepares for the onslaught of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Dolly Parton's husband Carl Dean dies
"Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can't do justice to the love we shared," wrote Parton.
'Significant concern' as Cyclone Alfred likely to make landfall in Brisbane
Acting Gold Coast mayor Donna Gates says it "might be the most significant system" for the city since 1954.
Dow tumbles 650 points as Trump confirms tariffs on Mexico and Canada will start
Markets slid Monday afternoon after Trump posted on Truth Social that he plans to implement tariffs on "external product," potentially including agricultural products. Trump's post referred to his…
