World Politics
Josh Gerstein: DeSantis and the race for Republican hearts
The Governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis has launched his bid to be the next US president. What makes this move big news is of course his rivalry with Donald Trump for the hearts and votes of… Audio
Long Read: Talofa and Ni Hao
By Ollie Neas: In Samoa, there are mixed feelings about Chinese influence and the nation’s growing indebtedness to the superpower. Audio
Fresh fighting threatens Sudan's week-long ceasefire
Sporadic clashes between Sudan's army and a paramilitary force has punctured the relative calm in Khartoum and raises the risk of a week-long truce deal crumbling.
Asia correspondent Ed White
Asia correspondent Ed White talks to Kathryn about a comedian in Beijing has found himself in serious hot water after joking about the Chinese military, and Joe Biden signaling a 'thaw' in relations… Audio
NZ warned after Chinese hackers target critical US infrastructure
Chinese state-sponsored hackers have been spying on critical US infrastructure, and New Zealand could be a target too, Western intelligence agencies and Microsoft say.
New Zealand to send $7.75m aid to Horn of Africa
Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta has announced the funding for drought disaster relief across Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia.
Ron DeSantis joins White House race, tripped up by chaotic Twitter launch
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suffered a chaotic start to his 2024 presidential election race today when glitches marred an online forum hosted by Twitter owner Elon Musk that was meant to showcase…
UK: No Braverman speeding inquiry, Prince Harry loses fight for police protection
UK correspondent Matthew Parris joins Kathryn to talk about PM Rishi Sunak declining to investigate a speeding offence against his home secretary Suella Braverman, while his predecessor Boris Johnson… Audio
Fiji PM reassures public as council of chiefs reinstated
Fiji's prime minister Sitiveni Rabuka has sought to reassure people, as the country's great council of chiefs is reinstated. He says all races in the country will be treated as equal citizens on his… Audio
Australia: Racism debate, PwC scandal, Taser inquiry and Rolf Harris dies
Australia correspondent Karen Middleton join Kathryn to talk about the racist sentiment that's been ignited over the proposed Voice to Parliament, PwC is under pressure to name names as the scandal… Audio
Trump to appear remotely in latest court appearance
A judge is expected to make clear to the former US president he cannot publicly disclose certain evidence in the case against him.
Hipkins to take up offer to visit India, talk free trade agreement
The Prime Minister will be taking up an offer from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the country and talk about a potential free trade agreement. Audio
'There must be clarity': Students protest US defence deal
University students in Papua New Guinea are protesting against the signing of a defence cooperation agreement with the United States that is expected to take place today in Port Moresby.
'We have Ukraine's back' - G7 offers Ukraine long-term support
Leaders of the world's richest democracies sent strong messages of sustained support for Ukraine on Sunday, as President Volodymyr Zelensky denied Russia's claims to have finally taken the eastern…
Robert Bartholomew: what caused Havana Syndrome
Between 2016 and 2018, dozens of North American diplomats stationed in Havana, Cuba, reported an array of health complaints which coincided with hearing strange sounds. Audio
Pacific correspondent Koroi Hawkins
RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins discusses developments in West Papua where the Indonesian Military says it is "ground combat ready" after a clash with the West Papuan Liberation Army over the… Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Florida Governor DeSantis to officially announce 2024 US presidential run
Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis will officially enter the 2024 US presidential race next week, according to two sources familiar with the decision.
UK: Immigration hits record high, royal 'car chase'
UK correspondent Matt Dathan joins Kathryn to talk about why legal immigration is top of the political agenda, with new figures expected to show it's reached a record high of 700,000. Audio
Hipkins awaiting update on Biden replacement for PNG trip
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says he is waiting to hear who will go to Papua New Guinea in Joe Biden's place before making a decision on whether he goes.
