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NZ woman in serious condition after being set on fire
An Auckland woman, Destiny Otton-Rakuraku, remains in serious condition in hospital in Brisbane after being set on fire. ABC reporter Arianna Levy spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Trump supporters who stormed US Capitol begin to leave prison after pardons
US President Donald Trump's pardon has quashed hundreds of pending cases with leaders of the far-right Proud Boys and Oath Keepers among those pardoned.
How Trump's threats against 'free-riding' allies could backfire
Analysis - With Trump, US allies might be excused for asking themselves: "With friends like this, who needs enemies?"
What to expect from the third Fourth Wing book, Onyx Storm
Fans of the fairy porn saga have been desperate to get their hands on the third instalment in the planned five-book Empyrean series out today.
'Extremely critical' risk as winds whip fire-weary Los Angeles
Fire-weary southern California was buffeted Monday by dangerous winds, with forecasters warning of an "extremely critical" risk.
Maori artist Reuben Paterson invites us into his NYC Art studio
Maggie Tweedie meets Reuben Paterson in his art studios in Bushwick. The artists made the bold decision to relocate to New York nearly two years ago, leaving behind his life as an exhibiting artist… Audio
Three hostages got ‘gift bags’ from Hamas upon release - what was inside?
Analysis - Each of the three women were seen carrying a bag in footage released late Sunday by the Israel Defense Forces.
Irish singer-songwriter Susan O'Neill touching down in NZ
Described as a rising star, Susan has performed with Grammy award-winner Phoebe Bridgers and Australian blues band The Teskey Brothers. Audio
Donald Trump taking office in pictures
Trump has taken his place as the 47th United States President.
US correspondent Todd Zwillich
Todd Zwillich joins Anna Thomas on the day of US president Donald Trump's inauguration. Audio
Alcaraz to take on Djokovic in Australian Open quarter-finals
Carlos Alcaraz is targeting his first hard-court win over Novak Djokovic when the rivals meet in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Tuesday. Tennis correspondent Dave Worsley spoke to Paddy… Audio
Donald Trump says he was 'saved by God' to rescue America in inauguration speech
Donald Trump has pledged to rescue America from what he described as years of betrayal and decline, portraying himself as a national saviour chosen by God.
Palestinians in Gaza return home after ceasefire
Palestinians in Gaza are returning to their homes as the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas enters its second day. Correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Biden issues last-minute preemptive pardons for targets of Trump's ire
The president issued pardons for Liz Cheney and Anthony Fauci as he left office.
Australian government pledges $1.24 billion in green aluminium push
Aluminium is one of the most polluting nonferrous metals to make, as its current production is mostly powered by coal.
Weary LA firefighters brace for 'last' dangerous winds
Exhausted Los Angeles firefighters on Sunday braced for the return of yet more dangerously strong gusts.
David Farrier on the LA Fires, Podcasting and Lookalikes
Tony Stamp lookalike, journalist, podcaster and documentarian, David Farrier, is a media protean. His substack, Webworm, is the home of many curious long form investigative pieces that peak the… Audio
Trump promises 'Iron Dome' shield, release of JFK secrets, to 'fix every single crisis'
Trump also repeated his campaign pledge to launch the largest deportation effort in US history.
A long-awaited ceasefire has finally begun in Gaza. Here's what we know
The deal will see the release of dozens of Israeli hostages in exchange for almost 2000 Palestinian prisoners and will allow for a significant uptick in aid.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 20 January 2025
On today's episode, Dr Shane Reti has lost his health portfolio in a major cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Simeon Brown will take over as Health Minister, Israel says three… Audio
