World
Miss Palestine to compete in Miss Universe pageant for first time
Beauty queen Nadeen Ayoub will become the first woman to represent the Palestinian people at the Miss Universe pageant.
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
A chance to find out what's got people talking across the Tasman, from the Wallabies triumph on the rugby field to 1800 Qantas staff's big win in court. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 19th August 2025
In today's episode, Donald Trump hopes there will be a chance for a trilateral meeting between himself, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, after a meeting… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 19 August 2025
In today's episode, the government's shaking up building consenting, with the goal of delivering cheaper and easier builds; Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is meeting with US President Donald… Audio
Stainless steel, cast iron, or non-stick? Choosing the best cookware surface
Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to upgrade or replace cookware, you might be wondering what surface is best.
How to tell if you have a ‘dopamine deficit’ and what you can do to reset
Maybe you'd like to spend time on hobbies or hang out with friends, but nothing feels as exciting as it used to - so you squander another hour on social media.
Zelensky, European leaders meet at White House
Europe Correspondent Anita Purcell-Sjölund joins us from Europe, as Ukraine's Zelensky meets with Donald Trump in Washington Audio
Rule changes made after 2 young Japanese boxers die after bouts
Japan is to introduce new rules around boxing after two recent deaths - Nathan talks to Chris Gilbert. Audio
Australia cancels far-right Israeli politician's visa ahead of speaking tour
Simcha Rothman is a member of the Mafdal-Religious Zionism party, whose leader Bezalel Smotrich was sanctioned by New Zealand and Australia in June.
Zelensky says he's ready to work for peace ahead of Trump talks
Trump is pressuring Ukraine to compromise, and warns against its aspirations of joining NATO.
More than 300 killed in flash floods; rescue operations resume
Authorities in Pakistan have resumed rescue and relief work in the country's northwest where flash floods have killed more than 300 people.
BBC World Service Lookahead with Pete Ross
BBC World Service reporter Pete Ross joins the programme to discuss the stories making the headlines internationally, including the meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 18th August 2025
In today's episode, Auckland business leaders' say the city's economy still needs a kick start; Donald Trump is claiming his summit with Vladimir Putin was a 10 out of 10 and made a lot of progress… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 18 August 2025
In today's episode, there's been a chorus of voices calling for the government to take action to help pull Auckland out of its economic slump; New Zealand Police are facing stiff competition across… Audio
Foreign correspondent Sebastian Usher
Middle East correspondent Sebastian Usher joins Kathryn to talk about the Israeli Government's plans for Gaza. Audio
Bindi Irwin sparks endometriosis conversation after sharing struggle
It took 13 years, 51 endometriosis lesions, a cyst, two surgeries and a hernia before she was able to start healing.
European leaders to join Zelensky in Washington as Trump presses Ukraine deal
European leaders will join Volodymyr Zelensky to meet Donald Trump in Washington, seeking to shore up Zelensky's position. Audio
US: Zelensky with European leaders to meet at White House
The Trump/Putin summit was held in Alaska on Saturday, Katherine Firkin has the details. Audio
UK: MPs want to bring sick children from Gaza for treatment
Sir Keir Starmer is heading to Washington along with President Zelensky, Ellie Jay reports from London Audio
More troops sent to DC as White House escalates police takeover
A White House official said the extra troops are a part of "Trump's ongoing effort to make DC safe and beautiful".
