World Politics
Law enforcement could use cell data to prove illegal abortions
The US Supreme Court's decision to make abortion illegal has sparked digital security concerns in the US and around the world.
Law enforcement can now order tech companies to provide users' internet… Audio
Top Stories for Wednesday 29 June 2022
Extraordinary testimony from Cassidy Hutchinson a top aide in Donald Trump's White House. NASA's mission to return to the moon has begun, with Rocket Lab launching its CAPSTONE spacecraft from the… Audio
US to resume nuclear deal talks with Iran
In the Middle-East delegations from Iran and the US are meeting to discuss the ground-rules for a resumption of official talks to get the 2015 nuclear deal back on track.. Joining Nathan from Doha -… Audio
Sportswashing and the rebel LIV Golf tournament
Sportswashing presents a myriad of ethical dilemmas for players and fans alike - and the rebel LIV Golf tournament is just the latest example. Audio
Ardern in Europe: Details from Prime Minister's first day
The Prime Minister kicks off the first day of her whirlwind trip to Europe this evening with meetings with the leaders of France and Spain.
Jacinda Ardern is visiting the region in a push to get a… Video, Audio
G7 pledges to stay with Ukraine until the end
In a statement, leaders of the world's seven richest nations also said Russia must stop blocking food from leaving Ukraine's ports.
NZ invite to Nato summit not reward for shift in foreign policy
Analysis - The prime minister's acceptance of an invitation to speak at the Nato leaders' summit has fuelled a narrative that New Zealand's independent foreign policy is falling victim to a new Cold…
Ukraine shopping mall hit by Russian missile strike
Two Russian missiles slammed into a crowded shopping centre in the central Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk killing at least 13 people and wounding 50, the regional governor said.
UK PM BJ takes OE to G7
To the UK, where Prime Minister Boris Johnson has skipped the country to attend the G7 conference in Germany. For more on this and other news out of Britain, I'm joined by our correspondent Hope… Audio
G7 leaders' $600b plan to rival China's Belt and Road initiative
G7 leaders plan to mobilise $600b in funding for the developing world in a move seen as a counter to China's Belt and Road plan.
Luxon pledges abortion law won't change under National govt
National's leader Christopher Luxon insists all his MPs are on the same page when it comes to abortion law reform, promising a future government led by him won't make any changes.
But one of his most… Audio
NATO summit leaders to urge Turkey to let Nordics join
NATO leaders will urge the Turkish president to lift his veto over Finland and Sweden's bid to join when they meet on Tuesday, in a signal of resolve to Russia and China.
PM leaves for Europe with free trade agreement in her sights
The Prime Minister leaves for Europe today, where she will push to nail down a long-awaited free trade deal with the European Union.
Boris Johnson admits by-election results 'not brilliant' - but vows to go on
The UK prime minister is defiant in the face of two devastating by-election results and the resignation of his party's chair.
Trade Minister on European Union deal talks
A trade agreement with the European Union is years in the making - since 2018 to be exact - and the Prime Minister says negotiations are in their closing stages.
She's cautioning against saying it's… Audio
Iran blames US for stalled talks with world powers to revive 2015 nuclear deal
Iran said on Monday that Tehran is ready to reach a "good deal" with world powers, blaming the US for stalling talks to revive their 2015 nuclear pact.
Jacinda Ardern prepares for business trips to Europe, UK
The Prime Minister is preparing for a another trip to drum up trade and tourism for New Zealand - this time to Europe. Jacinda Ardern leaves this weekend with a business delegation.
In the past few… Audio
Allegations Russia using Wagner Group mercenaries
There are credible allegations that Russia is using Wagner Group mercenaries, who've been accused of war crimes in the past, alongside its troops in Ukraine.
The Wagner Group is a private Russian… Audio
Europe steps up support for Ukraine as Russia presses offensive
Britain will host talks on rebuilding key infrastructure in Kyiv on Friday, after the leaders of Germany, France and Italy visited Ukraine and offered it the hope of EU membership.
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
