World Politics
The niggle that could trip up an India trade deal
There's already plenty of doubt that we'll get an India trade deal signed in the Prime Minister's first term as he promised. Here's another hiccup. Audio
BBC World Lookahead with Rob Hugh-Jones
We cross over to our friends at the BBC to take a look at some of the events making headlines internationally. Audio
The Panel with Ali Jones & Shane Te Pou (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ali Jones & Shane Te Pou to discuss: President Biden pardoning his son Hunter, and Avian Flu outbreak in Otago and news from the Labour… Audio
Trump picks new FBI chief who promised to shut down 'museum of the deep state'
Patel has previously called for stripping the FBI of its intelligence-gathering role and purging its ranks of any employee who refuses to support Trump's agenda.
UK transport minister quits in new blow to PM Starmer
Britain's transport minister Louise Haigh has resigned over a historical conviction.
Australia passes world-first law to ban under-16s from social media
Young people will be blocked from TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat in an attempt to protect their mental health. Audio
Trump administration picks targeted with bomb threats and intimidation
Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee to be US defence secretary, said his family had been the target of a "credible" pipe bomb threat.
NZ-made drones can help cope with security threats - Collins
The Defence Minister says it makes sense for the armed forces to tap more into the local high technology industry to counter growing threats. Audio
The Panel with Sarah Catherall and Scott Campbell (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sarah Catherall and Scott Campbell to discuss the Government's updated plan for Smokefree 2025 and the tariffs President-elect Donald… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 27 November 2024
In today's episode, the Associate Health Minister is confident New Zealand can reduce the number of smokers to 5 percent, Wellington's public transport fares are increasing by more than 70 percent… Audio
Govt needs to consider trade impacts of joining AUKUS: Expert
A trade expert says the government needs consider the trade repercussions of joining Pillar Two of AUKUS. Former diplomat Stephen Jacobi spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 27 November 2024
On today's episode, the Chinese Ambassador says there will be consequences for New Zealand if the country decides to join the intelligence and security pact AUKUS, Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau wants… Audio
Six killed in Pakistan as protesters demand release of ex-PM Khan
Thousands of Khan supporters are escalating their face-off with the government and its military backers for his release.
Labour leader on NZ - China relations
The Chinese Ambassador says there will be consequences for New Zealand if the country decides to join the intelligence and security pact AUKUS. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Israel agrees to 60 day ceasefire with Hezbollah
Israel's security cabinet has approved a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Tel Aviv correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Trump vows 25% tariff on Canadian imports
Donald Trump says he will put tariffs on all imports from Canada, Mexico, and China on his first day back in office. Senior Parliamentary Reporter for The Globe and Mail in Canada Steven Chase spoke… Audio
NZ joining AUKUS could shatter trust with China - Ambassador
China has warned New Zealand that joining Aukus could shatter trust between the countries and signalled that joining the military alliance with Australia the UK and the US would have economic… Audio
Israel carries out strikes on Beirut
Israel has carried out a barrage of strikes on Beirut, just hours before its security cabinet met to discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Beirut correspondent Amelie David spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Wang Xiaolong
China’s ambassador, Wang Xiaolong, issues a warning to New Zealand about the consequences of joining AUKUS. Plus, Guyon asks him about the CCP's influence in New Zealand , the potential of a Trade war… Video, Audio
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
Our Australian correspondent Brad gives us the latest on the methanol poisoning in Laos and there's new efforts in household recycling in Sydney. Audio