World Politics
Chinese stocks rally after US-China reach trade deal
The US and China have agreed to a deal to slash reciprocal tariffs in a substantial de-escalation of a potentially damaging trade war.
Explainer: Key facts on Kurdish PKK that has ended its insurgency in Turkey
The Kurdish militant group PKK has formally dissolved after 40 years of conflict with Turkey, raising hopes for peace in the region.
Analysis: This latest Kashmir clash has no winners
Analysis - Both sides tout triumph after US-brokered ceasefire, but the latest India-Pakistan conflict leaves heavy losses and the Kashmir dispute unresolved.
Hamas agree to release last surviving US hostage
Israel has not agreed to a ceasefire, but will provide a safe corridor for the Israeli-American hostage.
Indian army reports 'first calm night' after Kashmir truce with Pakistan holds
US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire on social media over the weekend.
Trump is visiting three of world's richest nations. Here's their wish list
Saudi Arabia, Qatar and United Arab Emirates each have their own agendas that make a relationship with the US crucial.
Vietnam, Russia agree to sign nuclear power plant pact
Hanoi says it expects the first nuclear power plants to be online between 2030 and 2035.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 12 May 2025
In today's episode, National has announced it is stepping up its commitment to pursue a ban on social media for under-16s, The New Zealand TV series, After the Party, has missed out on a BAFTA, at the… Audio
First white South Africans board plane for US under Trump refugee plan
Despite a wider freeze on refugees, Trump has called on the US to prioritise resettling Afrikaners, saying they are "victims of unjust racial discrimination".
How dictators are teaming up to undermine democracy
How today's dictators are forging powerful global alliances to weaken democracies from the inside out. Audio
Putin proposes direct peace talks with Ukraine
The talks have been tentatively scheduled for 15 May in Istanbul.
Military offensive launched against India, Pakistan says
At least 48 have been killed in clashes since Wednesday, according to estimates from both sides.
NZ cricketers leave India as threat of war intensifies
Five New Zealand players were in India at the IPL, which has been suspended under the spectre of war.
IPL reportedly suspended amid India-Pakistan tensions
India's cricket board has suspended the tournament, one of the world's richest sports leagues, amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, a source says.
Russia marks victory in WW2 as Ukraine war grinds on
The Kremlin said the military is doing everything it can to ensure security for the parade which Russia said was targeted in 2023 by Ukrainian drones.
'Farce': Ukraine says Russia violating its own 3-day ceasefire
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha says Russia committed 734 ceasefire violations in just 12 hours.
Before he was pope, Leo criticised Trump, and MAGA is not amused
His social media musings have pulled him into the maelstrom of divided US politics.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 9 May 2025
In today's episode, a new Pope has been found, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV, booze industry lobbyists have been given input into the development of alcohol policies, including… Audio
US military to start kicking out transgender troops next month
The US Supreme Court's ruling this week cleared the way for a ban to take effect.
Trump heralds 'breakthrough' deal with UK
It's the first deal that's been made since the US president triggered a global trade war.
