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53rd Pacific Islands Forum wraps up in Tonga
Pacific correspondent Kalafi Moala talks to Nathan Rarere about what happened at the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Audio
US: book publishers sue Florida for banning well known titles
The suit names several books that have been removed from school libraries under the law, including works by renowned authors Maya Angelou and Ernest Hemingway. US correspondent Katherine Firkin has… Audio
Superyacht captain says he tried to save passengers
New Zealander James Cutfield has told friends he is enduring the darkest days of his life after the Bayesian went down, killing seven.
Israel finds six hostages' bodies in Gaza, including US citizen
Hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin had just turned 23 and "planned to travel the world", President Joe Biden says.
Harris calls Trump cemetery visit disrespectful, political stunt
US Vice President Kamala Harris has criticised her presidential rival Donald Trump after he visited soldiers' graves and the footage was used in a campaign video.
Ukraine: Zelenskiy presses US to greenlight deeper strikes into Russia
Washington has provided Ukraine with more than NZ$80 billion worth of military aid since 2022, but has limited the use of its weapons to Ukrainian soil.
Oasis tickets sell out, relisted for $16K
Fans have complained of technical issues and long online waits after tickets sell out in 10 hours.
Israeli strikes kill 48 in Gaza; polio vaccinations to begin
Children in the Gaza Strip will begin receiving vaccines against polio, ahead of a three-day pause in fighting agreed to by Israel, Palestinian groups and the WHO.
The best places in the world to retire
From Costa Rica to the Philippines, some countries offer a variety of financial incentives for foreign retirees. Audio
Superyacht manslaughter probe to take months - expert
Prosecutors need to look at a range of factors, a process complicated by the fact the Bayesian is under "quite a considerable" volume of water.
US election: Trump says he will vote against Florida amendment enshrining abortion rights
Abortion has become a key issue ahead of the election, with pro-abortion rights contributions increasing in the two years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade.
London's calling, but more New Zealanders aren't picking up
Young Kiwis are heading overseas in record numbers, but are finding that the traditional London OE looks different than it did for earlier generations Audio
Harris vows tougher approach on migration, supports weapons for Israel
She said she would renew a push for comprehensive border legislation that would tighten migration into the United States and vowed to "enforce our laws" against border crossings.
'Profoundly saddened': King Charles, world leaders mourn Tuheitia
Leaders from around the world have been paying tribute to the Māori king.
Australia Labor Party faces fresh internal backlash over gender and sexuality in census
Labor politicians vent their dismay over a decision not to collect sexuality and gender identity data in the next census.
US Army defends employee after fight with Trump staff at Arlington
An employee was pushed aside during an attempt to ensure adherence to not allow political activities in a section of the cemetery.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 30 August
On today's episode, Kiinga Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhereo VII, The Maori King has died. Kiingitanga Spokesman Rahui Papa says the death of Kiingi Tuheitia is a moment of great sadness for followers… Audio
Israel, Hamas set three-day pauses in fighting for Gaza polio vaccinations, WHO says
The vaccination campaign is due to start on Sunday, with the pauses scheduled to take place between 6am and 3pm.
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
It's Friday so we cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Africa: vaccine for Mpox arrives in Nigeria
A Ugandan man allegedly found with 24 human skulls may have been using them for human sacrifice and could face life in prison - Africa correspondent Nabil Ahmed Rufai has the details Audio
