World Politics
Trump adviser sought Epstein's help to 'take down' Pope Francis
Messages sent between Steve Bannon and Jeffrey Epstein in 2019 revealed Bannon courted the late financier in his attempts to undermine the former pontiff.
Navalny's death was caused by dart frog poison, European allies say
Britain, France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands said analyses of samples from Navalny's body "conclusively" confirmed the presence of epibatidine.
Australia's Liberal Party elects new leader
He replaces Sussan Ley, the first woman to hold the role, who was removed after just nine months.
Political turmoil continues in Australia
Australian correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about political turmoil continuing in Australia with the country's opposition leader Sussan Ley facing a leadership challenge after less than a… Audio
FAA reopens Texas airpace after ordering shut down
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about the FAA ordering the airspace above El Paso, Texas to be shut for ten days, only to be reopened shortly after, as well as the House… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 12 February 2026
New numbers out this morning paint a picture of a strengthening economy, but Labour isn't convinced and says the government is trying to distract from its poor economic performance by playing… Audio
Latest news from the United States
The latest from the United States with correspondent in New York, Laura Taglianetti Audio
Leadership spill called in Australian Liberal Party
Australian media is reporting a spill motion has been given to Opposition Leader Sussan Ley - kicking off a leadership challenge in Australia's major opposition, the Liberal Party. Australia… Audio
Trump tells Netanyahu, he will continue talks with Iran
The two leaders have met for the seventh time in nearly 13 months.
Ukraine will only hold elections after ceasefire, Zelensky says
Elections in Ukraine have been effectively suspended since Russia invaded in 2022 due to martial law.
'Do you think you're going to hell?' US immigration bosses questioned
By Brad Ryan, ABC News The top officials carrying out Donald Trump's mass deportation plan have come under fiery questioning from Democrats, who have levelled a litany of complaints against...
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 February 2026
Lobbying, secrecy and bribery: New Zealand slides in the international corruption stakes - are we too apathetic about our slipping standards of integrity ... Transparency International joins us live… Audio
Roblox on notice after 'disturbing' reports of child grooming in Australia
The Australian government has put the popular social gaming site on notice following media reports of children being approached and groomed by predators on the platform.
Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi forges stunning election win
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's coalition swept to a historic election win.
Trump backs merger between local TV operators Nexstar Media and Tegna
"We need more competition against THE ENEMY, the Fake News National TV Networks," Trump wrote in a social media post.
Japan's election: What you need to know
Polls suggest Japan's first female prime minister is heading for a decisive victory, as financial woes and tension with Beijing loom large. Audio
Man charged with Vance death threat amid rising US political violence
Shannon Mathre was charged for possessing child sexual abuse materials, which carries a higher maximum sentence.
Backdown on apes video shows even the 'Teflon president' has limits
US President Donald Trump's complete impunity and dominance, "Peak Trump", may have passed, writes John Lyons.
Takaichi tipped for big win as Japan votes
Polls suggest her Liberal Democratic Party will regain a majority in the government's powerful lower house.
US plans upcoming meeting for Gaza 'Board of Peace' in Washington
The plans for the meeting, set to take place on 19 February, are in early stages and could still change.
