World Politics
Guam locals pay the price for US security
The tiny island of Guam is America's shield against Chinese moves in the Pacific, but that comes at the expense of its people. Audio
UK MP quits Labour Party in protest at PM Keir Starmer
Rosie Duffield has accused Keir Starmer of "sleaze" and "nepotism" over his approach to child poverty and acceptance of hospitality from donors.
Jimmy Carter at 100 - the American president who just keeps going and going
Analysis - Jimmy Carter is the longest-lived US president, and as he turns 100 years old this week, it turns out he was also pretty much the last of his kind.
Industry, academics not yet consulted on AUKUS II
Defence officials say they have not consulted with industry and academics about participating in AUKUS Pillar Two.
Trump escalates dark rhetoric against immigrants, Harris
At one point the former president admitted: "This is a dark speech."
Kiribati to vote for president on 25 October
Notices were published by electoral districts across the country on Friday.
Russia warns West against 'fight to victory with a nuclear power'
Addressing the United Nations General Assembly, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov took aim at backers of Ukraine who support Kyiv's peace proposal.
Veteran Japan lawmaker to be PM after 'final battle'
Shigeru Ishiba prevailed over hardline nationalist Sanae Takaichi in a run-off vote in what was one of the most unpredictable leadership elections for his party in decades.
Failed attempts on Donald Trump's life 'miracles' - Melania Trump
In a sit-down interview ahead of her book release, she talks about what it was like learning her husband had been shot. Video
Putin nuclear comments 'irresponsible' - US
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called Russian President Vladimir Putin's warning to the West about nuclear weapons use irresponsible and poorly timed.
China launch of missile to the South Pacific 'concerning' - minister
It's the first time China has launched a missile into the Pacific Ocean in the past 44 years.
Israel rejects proposals for Lebanon ceasefire
Israel has rejected French and U-S proposals for a 21 day ceasefire in its war against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Correspondent in Beirut, Amélie David, spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Palestinian President speaks to UN General Assembly
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas urged the U.N. General Assembly overnight to stop the war in the Gaza Strip between Israel and Palestinian Hamas militants, saying Israel had almost entirely… Audio
New York City Mayor Adams indicted following corruption probe - report
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted after a federal corruption investigation, but the indictment is sealed and it is unclear what charges he will face, The New York Times reported today…
Israel ramps up attacks on Lebanon
Israel's army chief has given his clearest indication yet that the country is preparing for a ground invasion into Lebanon. Henri Bou-Saab spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Tensions between Israel and Lebanon increase
There is talk of a ground invasion in Lebanon from Israel, as tension in the area rockets up. Correspondent Tel Aviv Sarah Coates spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Israel considering ground invasion of Lebanon
Israel says it's considering a ground invasion of Lebanon. Lebanese authorities say Israel has significantly stepped up its military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon, launching hundreds of… Audio
US charges suspected Trump gunman with attempted assassination
Ryan Routh, accused of staking out Donald Trump's Florida golf course with a rifle, has been indicted on a charge of attempted assassination of a political candidate.
Trump briefed on alleged assassination threats by Iran, his campaign says
Intelligence has identified that Iranian threats have "heightened in the past few months" and US officials are working to protect Trump, the campaign says.
Harris leads Trump 47-40% in latest major poll
The US Democratic Vice appears to be blunting her Republican rival's edge in the debate over the economy with just weeks to go in the presidential race.