Politics
'Trump is still too weak to fire him' - US Defence Secretary shared attack details with family
Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth, an Iraq War veteran, said that Pete Hegseth "must resign in disgrace."
El Salvador proposes swapping US-deported Venezuelans for Venezuelan 'political prisoners'
President Nayib Bukele proposed sending 252 Venezuelans deported from the US for political prisoners held by Venezuela.
Will a new chief science advisor be appointed soon?
The role has been vacant since Dame Juliet Gerrard stepped down in June last year.
Patients have 'bigger concerns' than one-day strike - advocate
Patient Voice Aotearoa chairperson Malcolm Mulholland said most Kiwis would support healthcare strikes over a system "in crisis".
Peter Boshier reflects on nine years as Ombudsman
He says the public can rest assured that there is an enduring institution fighting for fairness and accountability.
Hipkins admits pandemic mistakes, but stands by initial response
Labour's Chris Hipkins shares on a podcast his thoughts on the government's Covid response and his journey as a politician.
US senator says wrongly deported man described being 'traumatised' at El Salvador prison
US senator Chris Van Hollen meet with wrongly deported Maryland man Kilmar Abrego Garcia on Thursday.
White House revamps US Covid-19 site to promote 'lab leak' theory
The theory that Covid was leaked from a Chinese lab has again gained mainstream traction in the United States.
PM heads to UK to talk trade and defence
Christopher Luxon will meet with King Charles and British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
Rubio warns US may need to 'move on' from Ukraine
The comments come a day after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff met with European and Ukrainian allies.
Over 170 arrested for attacks on Pakistan KFC outlets in Gaza war protests
KFC has long been viewed as a symbol of the United States in Pakistan and borne the brunt of anti-American sentiment in recent decades.
Chatham Islands 'fighting to get up to the basics'
Monique Croon says energy and shipping decisions are needed before a meatworks supported by the government can proceed.
Northland Civil Defence leader: Govt must 'wave the big stick' over telcos’ storm failure
Kelly Stratford's comments come as thousands of Northlanders are without mobile phones, broadband and or power due to ex Tropical Cyclone Tam.
Mata Season 3 I Episode 7: Erica Stanford on the future of Māori education
Minister of Education Erica Stanford speaks to Mihingarangi about lifting Māori achievement in education and the delivery of the school lunch programme. Video, Audio
Hone Harawira criticises former Te Pāti Māori candidate for confronting Casey Costello
The activist and MP has criticised Pere Huriwai-Seger, who ran on list in 2023, after an exchange with the NZ First MP.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 17 April 2025
In today's episode, the Far North Mayor Moko Tepania provides an update on Cyclone Tam sweeping through Northland, Northpower is working to restore power to households affected by the storm, One NZ… Audio
The key issues as Australia goes to the polls
The Australian federal election is just over two weeks away and the two main party leaders have sparred off again in a TV debate. The general election is on May 3rd and housing, energy policy and… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 17 April 2025
In today's episode, the Reserve Bank's operating budget for the coming year has been slashed by about 25 per cent - we speak to Finance Minister Nicola Willis; the Commerce Commision has found… Audio
RBNZ faces major budget cuts
The Reserve Bank's operating budget for the coming year has been slashed by about 25 per cent. In a statement released yesterday, RBNZ board chair Neil Quigley said the organisation will need to look… Audio
