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Black Lives Matter on Chauvin verdict
It's been a day of deep reflection for the US after Derek Chauvin was found guilty for the murder of George Floyd.
It was a significant result for fractured race relations in the United States.
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The defence in the Derek Chauvin trial has rested
The defence in the Derek Chauvin trial has rested, and closing arguments are expected next week. Today, Derek Chauvin told the Minneapolis court he would not testify about his actions in regards to… Audio
Daunte Wright: Police officer charged over shooting
A white police officer who shot and killed a black man in Minneapolis will be charged for his death. Kim Potter fired her gun instead of her taser when trying to arrest Daunte Wright at a traffic stop… Audio
Robbie Ellis
Robbie Ellis joins us for an update on the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine in the USA. Audio
Biden compares Xi to Putin, Republican voting plans to Jim Crow laws
US President Joe Biden has held his first official news conference vowing to push China to play by international rules and defending his policy to provide shelter to children crossing the US border…
North Korea fires two ballistic missiles into sea near Japan
North Korea has fired two ballistic missiles into the sea near Japan, Japan's prime minister says, fuelling tensions ahead of the Tokyo Olympics.
Russia recalls Ambassador to US
Russia has recalled its ambassador to the United States back to Moscow for consultations after President Joe Biden said overnight Vladimir Putin would 'pay a price' for meddling in the US election.
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More pressure on the Hollywood Foreign Press Association
Hard on the heels of a court case and renewed criticism of their organisation just before the Golden Globes at the beginning of March more pressure has gone on the Hollywood Foreign Press… Audio
USA correspondent Ron Elving
Ron talks to Kathryn about the sweeping nature of US President, Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion covid stimulus bill, the ongoing Republican resistance to it and fears of another crisis at the Mexican… Audio
US warns of 'active threat' over Microsoft attack
The US is expressing growing concern over a hack on Microsoft's Exchange email software that the tech company has blamed on China.
US accuses Saudi prince of approving Khashoggi capture or kill
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman approved of an operation to capture or kill dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was murdered in 2018, a US intelligence assessment says.
President Biden to declare major disaster in Texas
US President Joe Biden is set to declare a major disaster for Texas, clearing the way for more federal funds to be spent on relief efforts.
Oregon decriminalises all drugs in small amounts
Police in Oregon can no longer arrest someone for small amounts of hard drugs such as heroin, LSD, and other drugs. Audio
House delivers Trump impeachment charge
Al Gillespie, Professor of International Law at Waikato University, speaks to The Panel. Audio
What's the future of the US Republican Party?
Donald Trump Junior says there is now a Trump Republican Party. So, what does that mean for the future of the Republican Party. Philippa Tolley speaks to Republican commentator, Lenny McAllister. Audio
Democrats win Georgia - taking control of Congress
The Democrats have won both Senate seats in Georgia, meaning the party now has a majority in both the Congress and Senate. That will make it easier for President-elect Joe Biden to advance his agenda… Audio
US democracy facing unprecedented assault - Joe Biden
America's democracy is facing an unprecedented assault, declares President-elect Joe Biden. He's urging protesters to end their action, and pleading with Donald Trump to publicly support that call. Audio
World leaders react to violence in US
World leaders are expressing shock at the violence in the capital of the United States of America. Audio
Washington DC under curfew
Philippa Tolley speaks to Washington DC correspondent Simon Marks about what is happening in Washington DC, where a curfew has just taken effect. Audio
US lawmakers, Washington DC in turmoil
The US Congress is in turmoil after thousands of Trump supporters invaded the Capitol building earlier this morning as a joint session was being held to certify Joe Biden's win in the Presidential… Audio
