Ukraine
Spring has sprung and sowing has begun
The cash crops are going in and the last of the trading lambs are heading off at Tim Cookson's farm near Hororata in Canterbury. Audio
Ukraine says Russian drones hit NATO member Romania, Bucharest denies report
Ukraine says Russian drones detonated on the territory of NATO member Romania during an overnight air strike on a Ukrainian port across the Danube River, but Bucharest denies its territory has been…
New residence pathway for Special Ukraine Visa holders in NZ
The government has announced a new residence pathway that will be available to some holders of Special Ukraine Visas.
Europe: Spain celebrates World Cup win, Russia's Luna mission
Europe correspondent Seamus Kearney joins Kathryn to talk about Spain's victory in the Fifa Women's World Cup, with fans saying they hope the win will boost the profile of the sport and put them on… Audio
Russian warship fires warning shots at cargo ship in Black Sea
A Russian warship has fired warning shots at a cargo ship in the southwestern Black Sea as it made its way north.
Review of RNZ's ‘inappropriate editing’ calls for change
An independent review of editorial processes at RNZ has called for greater oversight and enforcement of standards after a single staffer made 'inappropriate' edits to international news stories…
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PM and world leaders support Ukraine but give no timeline for joining NATO
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says he is heartened by the unwavering support shown by world leaders for Ukraine at the NATO summit.
World watches as mercenary army turns on Putin
Rebel Wagner forces appear to be halfway to Moscow from the city of Rostov, which they claim to control, with reports that Russian army helicopters are firing upon the rebel forces.
Further fallout as RNZ takes out the ‘garbage’
External experts are poring over the ‘inappropriate editing’ of international news published online by RNZ. It has already tightened editorial checks and stood down an online journalist. Will this… Audio
Jack Watling: Ukraine Conflict update
Dr Jack Watling is joining us again on the situation in Ukraine as the battles resume with improved weather on the ground, and a long summer of warfare seeming to be in store. Audio
RNZ investigating Kremlin-friendly story edits
RNZ is investigating how online stories about the war in Ukraine, supplied by an international news agency, were edited to align with the Russian view of events. A staff member has been stood down… Audio
The war in Ukraine is escalating - and NZ won't escape the consequences
Opinion - Russia's war with Ukraine is now at a critical turning point. The relentless missile and drone strikes on the capital Kyiv may look like a sign of strength, but appearances can be deceiving.
Mstyslav Chernov: Pulitzer prize winner on Mariupol atrocities
Mstyslav Chernov is part of a small team of Associated Press Ukrainian journalists who this week won a Pulitzer Prize for their fearless reporting from Mariupol last year. For nearly three weeks they… Audio
US envoy says Russian ship picked up weapons in South Africa
The US ambassador to South Africa has told local journalists Washington is confident a Russian vessel uploaded weapons and ammunition from South Africa in December.
'Tangible symbol of aroha': Ambulances being sent to Ukraine to boost charity's work
Kiwi K.A.R.E. will use the ambulances as mobile health clinics in previously Russian-occupied areas of the war-torn country.
Asia correspondent Ed White
Ed talks to Kathryn about US court documents detailing a brazen scheme for getting cigarettes into North Korea worth hundreds of millions of dollars. There have been mixed signals given to western… Audio
Russian opposition figure jailed for 25 years
Opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza has been sentenced to 25 years in jail for treason and other charges linked to his criticism of the war in Ukraine.
Senior Ukrainian defence advisor in New Zealand
Dr Yuriy Sak is an advisor to the Ukrainian Minister of Defence and has led Ukraine's strategic communications efforts since the beginning of Russia's invasion. He's in New Zealand to meet with… Audio
Cook For Ukraine NZ campaign launched
The Cook for Ukraine New Zealand was officially launched in Auckland with an event at Peter Gordon's restaurant, Homeland recently. Peter Gordon talks to Jesse about how people can help support the… Audio
Technology: Is 'it's inevitable' good enough after a hack?
Tech commentator Anthony Grasso joins Kathryn to talk about the hack of finance company Latitude and how it's dealt with the loss of customer data. What should companies do after a breach? As hundreds… Audio
