World Politics
Moscow says Ukraine fired US-supplied missiles into Russia
Moscow says Ukraine has fired US-supplied long-range missiles into the country, less than two days after Washington gave its permission for such attacks. Correspondent in Kyiv Megumi Lim spoke to… Audio
Australian senator Lidia Thorpe refrences Te Pāti Māori in protest to being censured
An Australian Senator has referenced a Te Pāti Māori MP in protest to being censured by the federal government. Senator Lidia Thorpe spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Biden gives green light for Ukraine to use long range missiles
At least 10 people have been killed and more than forty wounded in the Ukrainian city of Odesa, after a ballistic missile, shot down by air defence systems, fell on residential buildings… Audio
BBC World Lookahead with Pete Ross
BBC World reporter Pete Ross joins Emile Donovan to look at some of the events making headlines internationally, including crucial talks at the UN's annual climate conference, what the main talking… Audio
Nerves and uncertainty over Trump's tariff plans
New Zealand isn't the target of Trump's tariff threats, but might just be collateral damage in a global economic war. Audio
Trump defence nominee's thin CV, tattoos under scrutiny
Facing questions about an alleged sexual assault and medieval-themed tattoos linked to extremist groups, Pete Hegseth would struggle to be confirmed under normal circumstances.
Xi tells Luxon China is a partner, not a threat during face-to-face meeting
Analysis - Consider China an 'opportunity and partner rather than a challenge or threat' - that was the message Xi Jinping delivered to Christopher Luxon, according to Chinese state-run media.
RFK Jr 'scared Samoa away from vaccinations' during deadly measles outbreak - physician
Kennedy's official selection for America's top health post by President-elect Trump sent shockwaves through the public health world, concerned about his potential effects on vaccination rates.
New Zealand inks 'sustainable' trade deal with Switzerland, Costa Rica and Iceland
The signed agreement will remove tariffs on hundreds of sustainable goods and services.
US House Speaker Johnson wants Gaetz ethics report kept secret
The US House speaker said that a congressional panel should not release a report examining allegations of sexual misconduct against Donald Trump's choice for US attorney general.
Hezbollah considers new US-Israeli ceasefire proposal
Hezbollah is considering a US-Israeli ceasefire proposal, sources told CNN, as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group intensify.
The case for COPs (even this one)
Pacific Island nations and other vulnerable countries don't have a voice at the G20, but they make themselves heard at climate summits.
NZ backs UN proposal recognising Palestinians' sovereignty over natural resources
NZ has broken ranks with the US and Israel to vote in favour of a draft United Nations resolution.
APEC Summit: NZ puts best foot forward ahead of Trump taking office
Analysis - World leaders gathering for APEC are all too aware Donald Trump's election has shifted the dial on trade for exporting nations.
US: Matt Gaetz nominated for AG, The Onion buys Infowars
Donald Trump announces his cabinet picks - Bevan Hurley reports from NYC Audio
COP29 underway in Azerbaijan
COP29 climate summit is underway in Azerbaijan. Worldwatch's Niva Chittock speaks to Canterbury University political and social scientist Dalila Gharbaoui about the COP29 summit. Dr Gharbaoui says the… Audio
Sex, abstinence and Trump: What is the 4B movement?
Some women say they are protesting Trump's re-election by swearing off men. Will the idea fizzle?
Middle East: Israel misses US deadline - where to from here?
Israel has missed an deadline to allow more aid into Gaza - Alex Baird has the stories out of the Middle-East Audio
OZ: First anti-slavery commissioner appointed - who are they?
Pam Corkery has a look at news from Australia - this week the government has appointed an anti-slavery commissioner Audio
South America: Preparations for a Trump Presidency
Latin America is preparing to deal with a new Trump administration, Kate Pereyra Garcia reports from Argentina Audio
