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US strike kills three on Venezuelan drug vessel
President Donald Trump says the US military has carried out a strike on a Venezuelan drug cartel vessel that had been on its way to the United States.
Israel threatens Hamas 'wherever they are'
It comes as Arab and Muslim leaders meet at a summit to express their solidarity with Qatar.
UNICEF: Children paying 'ultimate price' in Myanmar conflict
Reports say children as young as 15 died in a Rakhine airstrike, as the junta ramps up assaults before a widely dismissed election.
US, China reach 'framework' deal on TikTok ownership
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will speak on Friday to 'complete' the agreement.
UK: more defections from Tories to Reform
The Conservative Party has lost another MP to Reform UK, Ellie Jay has the story Audio
What to know about Trump’s UK state visit
The United States president is a long-time fan of the British royal family.
World Athletics Champs take over Tokyo, including 14 Kiwis
The World Athletics Champs have taken over Tokyo, Chris Gilbert is there, also talking politics. Audio
Russia warns EU - 'We will go after any state that takes our assets'
Moscow says it will pursue European countries "until the end of the century" if its frozen assets are used to back Ukraine. Audio
Emmys 2025: Full list of winners and nominees
The Pitt has won Best Drama with Adolescence sweeping the anthology categories and The Studio winning four comedy awards for its first season.
Prince Harry says he has no regrets over memoir
"I don't believe that I aired my dirty laundry in public," Prince Harry said.
An Australian data centre boom is built on vague water plans
Authorities in Sydney approved construction of data centres without requiring measurable plans to cut water use, raising concerns.
Emmys red carpet: Sparkles, unbutton shirts and a pair of Capricorn horns
All the eye-catching frocks, suits, jewels and pocket squares ahead of the awards in Los Angeles.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 15th September 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly chat with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon; Music and hospitality leaders are singing the government's praises over a $70 million funding package for tourism and… Audio
Emmys 2025: Adolescence and The Studio tipped to win big
Apple TV+ series Severance was the most-nominated series, notching 27 nominations. The Penguin scored 24 nominations, The White Lotus and The Studio both bagged 23 nominations.
US: more details emerge about murderer of Charlie Cox
Bevan Hurley reports on the latest in the assassination of Charlie Kirk Audio
Russia continues to send drones into NATO territory
Tensions remain high between NATO and Russian after a second drone incursion, Anita Purcell-Sjölund has the report from Sweden Audio
Womanising Soviet spy who helped rescue MI5
Oleg Lyalin was a hard-drinking KGB agent, who provided so much information in 1971, it led to the largest mass expulsion of Soviet spies from any country.
Manahi Pakarati: Ambassador for Chile and Rapa Nui
Cultural group Puku Rangi Tea from Rapa Nui Easter Island are providing a rare opportuntiy to experience their culture with performances in Blenheim, Wellington and Tauranga this coming week. They… Audio
'Negative consequences': North Korean leader's sister warns US
South Korea, Japan and the US will conduct annual defensive drills starting 15 September.
Romania, Poland, scramble aircraft as drones strike Ukraine
Two F-16 fighter jets are monitoring the situation following the strikes, Romania's defence ministry says. Audio