World Politics
US govt lurches towards shutdown
A last-minute fix seemed all but impossible, as Republicans and Democrats have shown no sign that they can bridge their divides.
US defence leader slams 'fat generals' and 'beardos' in speech
Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News personality, told a rare gathering of commanders they should resign if they do not support his agenda.
Trump gives Hamas three days to respond to peace plan
Hamas is reviewing a 20-point Gaza peace plan announced by US President Donald Trump. Correspondent Blake Sifton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Middle East reacts to White House peace plan
The Middle East reacts to the White House peace plan for Gaza, Alex Baird reports from Doha. Audio
Madagascar's government is disolved after protests
Madagascar's government has been dissolved after widespread protests, Nabil Ahmed Rufai has the story. Audio
US 'headed for shutdown' Vance warns after talks with Democrats
White House meeting aimed at heading off a government shutdown appears to have made little progress.
'Uncertainty and changing nature' of US tariffs making it hard for NZ exporters
NZ Trade Minister Todd McClay is confident New Zealand exports will still find markets, as the US continues to pile on the tariffs.
Why Trump makes a strong case to tariff foreign movies
The chief economist at a Wellington-based think tank believes the US president has a stronger than usual argument, but says he'll struggle to do it. Audio
Convoy carrying Ecuadorian president attacked during protests
Ecuador says President Daniel Noboa and foreign diplomats were attacked in Imbabura province at the weekend.
Trump repeats threat of 100 percent tariffs on foreign films
Donald Trump has repeated his threat to impose a one hundred percent tariff on foreign movies - a threat that economists say will be hard to follow through with. Economist Eric Crampton spoke to… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 30th September 2025
In today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has blasted the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, calling it "morally reprehensible" and a failure of leadership, US… Audio
Trump says Gaza peace deal is 'beyond very close'
US President Donald Trump says a Gaza peace deal is "beyond very close", after meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Toni Waterman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Hipkins slams govt over refusal to recognise Palestine
Labour leader Chris Hipkins has blasted the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, calling it "morally reprehensible" and a failure of leadership. Mr Hipkins spoke to Corin… Audio
Trump hopeful for Gaza peace deal after Netanyahu talks
US President Donald Trump has expressed renewed optimism about reaching a deal to end the war in Gaza, as he meets with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Correspondent… Audio
Japanese bank makes a month paternity leave mandatory
Japan's governing party is to pick a new leader who will become PM - Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
NZ decision on Palestine leaves community feeling betrayed
Angry and disappointed - that's how Palestinian New Zealanders are feeling after the government's decision to not recognise Palestinian statehood at this time. Spokesperson for Aotearoa for Palestine… Audio
New Zealand delays recognition of Palestinian statehood
The government's decided not to recognise Palestinian statehood for now, saying it would complicate efforts to secure a ceasefire. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Israel welcomes NZ’s decision to delay Palestinian recognition
Israel is pleased the New Zealand government has decided now is not the time to recognise a Palestinian state. Israel's Ambassador to New Zealand, Alon Roth spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZ faces reputational hit over Palestine stance
An international relations expert says New Zealand will take a reputational hit internationally following its decision not to recognise Palestine as a state. Political reporter Lillian Hanly reports. Audio
