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Man charged over Melbourne synagogue firebombing faces court
Younes Ali Younes, 20, was charged with arson and conduct endangering life following the fire at the Adass Israel Synagogue.
Australian police shooting: Alleged gunman has 'powerful firearms'
A manhunt is continuing for accused gunman Dezi Freeman in rural Victoria's Porepunkah.
Could a ‘cortisol cocktail’ really reduce stress?
Rather than something you might order at a bar, this drink is one of the latest wellness trends floating around.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 27 August 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly political panel with National's Nicola Willis and Labour's Carmel Sepuloni; There appears to be confusion over the rules governing when schools are considered… Audio
Major manhunt in Australia after two police shot dead
A small town in rural Victoria is still in lockdown, while police continue the search for a man who shot two police officers dead on Tuesday. Australia correspondent Emma Cropper spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Manhunt for 'sovereign citizen' after two police officers shot dead in Australia
A 59-year-old detective and a 35-year-old senior constable were fatally shot while serving a warrant for historical sex offences.
Trump administration to seek death penalty for DC murder cases
The US President made the announcement during a meeting with Cabinet members.
Reform leader Nigel Farage says his party would deport 600,000 migrants from UK
In the UK, Reform leader Nigel Farage says his party would deport 600,000 migrants over five years, if it comes to power at the next election. UK correspondent John Bevir spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
World News Wrap
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
Reaction to Israel's latest strike on Gaza hospital
Alex Baird reports from the Middle-East with reaction to Israel's strike on another hospital Audio
Giant wall of dust slams Phoenix, USA
The weather system, known as a haboob, has caused damage, airport delays and power outages.
France returns slain king's skull to Madagascar
Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Africa, where France has returned the skull of a long dead Madagascan King. Audio
Kids need to floss, too - but how do you get them to do it?
A few tricks can do a lot to help boost motivation.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 26 August 2025
In today's episode, the Justice Select Committee has recommended a referendum is held to decide if New Zealand should switch to four-year parliamentary terms; Outdoor education, amongst other… Audio
Trump eyes North Korea meet as he ambushes South Korea leader
It came hours before US President Donald Trump's first White House meeting with South Korea's new President Lee Jae Myung.
Israel hits Gaza hospital, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists
Israel acknowledges striking the area of Nasser hospital and has ordered an inquiry, while US President Donald Trump said he was 'not happy'. Audio
Israeli strike on hospital in Gaza kills at least 20
Twenty people - including five journalists - have been killed in an Israeli strike on a hospital in southern Gaza. Jerusalem correspondent for The National, a Dubai based English language news… Audio
World News Wrap
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's UK correspondent Alice Wilkins. Audio
UNICEF warns of escalating famine in Gaza if no ceasefire
Humanitarian groups say the number of people in Gaza trapped in famine will escalate if there isn't an immediate ceasefire. UNICEF spokesperson Tess Ingram spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
UK:shoplifting, Isle of Wight copter crash, Notting Hill Carniv
Shoplifting numbers are up in the UK and the cops aren't solving enough - Henry Riley reports from London Audio
