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US Senate approves bill to fight climate change, cut drug costs
The US Senate has passed a sweeping $430 billion bill intended to fight climate change, lower drug prices and raise some corporate taxes.
Indiana lawmakers approve first state abortion ban since Roe overturned
The Republican-controlled senate in the US state of Indiana has approved a bill that will ban most abortions.
Ardern to meet with Joe Biden, Kamala Harris
The Prime Minister has secured a meeting with the Leader of the Free World. Jacinda Ardern will sit down with US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House next week.
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Putin a 'war criminal', Biden says, as Russia kills more Ukrainian civilians
Joe Biden has labelled Vladimir Putin a 'war criminal' as the Russian leader continues his brutal invasion of Ukraine.
The Kremlin has responded calling the it 'unforgiveable rhetoric'.
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Joe Biden secures resounding victory in South Carolina
Joe Biden has secured a resounding victory in the Democratic primary in South Carolina.
The former Vice President won over 48 percent of the votes with strong support from African-American voters… Audio
Can you impeach a prime minister?
With President Trump dancing the impeachment tango we explore the New Zealand equivalent. Can you impeach a prime minister?
Can you impeach a prime minister?
With President Trump dancing the impeachment tango we explore the New Zealand equivalent. Can you impeach a prime minister?
AudioUS test missile lands in Marshalls after cross Pacific flight
A missile launched as a test from the United States mainland has landed in Marshall Islands waters.
US police allege man planned to bomb white supremacist rally
Authorities in the US believe they've foiled a plot by a US Army veteran who wanted revenge for attacks on Muslims around the world, including the Christchurch mosque shootings. Jane Lanhee Lee… Video, Audio
US to increase military presence in western Pacific
The most senior commander of the United States' navy has announced plans to increase their military presence in the western Pacific in response to increased threats in the region.
Trump's sexual harassment accusers urge Congress investigation
Donald Trump has denied accusations that he sexually harassed multiple women before becoming US President. Three of the women who've previously spoken out against Mr Trump reiterated their claims… Audio
Senator Al Franken steps down over past harassment claims
The US Democratic Senator Al Franken has announced he will step down over allegations of sexual misconduct. More than 30 Democrat colleagues in the Senate had called for the resignation of Mr Franken… Audio
Classified JFK files to be released
The thousands of government files on the assassination of President John F Kennedy have still to be released. The files are scheduled to be opened by the US National Archives on 26 October, but the… Audio
Trump claims 'love fest' of support, hits back at critics
Donald Trump has described his meeting with Republican senators as a 'love fest'. This despite two Republican senators attacking him over the past two days. Arizona Senator Jeff Flake has joined in… Audio
Las Vegas shooting: Ban on 'bump-stocks' considered
Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan has admitted US lawmakers "clearly" need to look into the tools that can turn guns into rapid-fire weapons. US correspondent Simon Marks tells us Mr Ryan joins a… Audio
Trump sets new sanctions on North Korea
The US President Donald Trump has tightened the noose around North Korea, announcing new US sanctions on companies who do business with the nuclear state. Speaking at the UN in New York, he said he'd… Audio
Trump promises flood-hit Texas will emerge 'stronger'
US President Donald Trump has reiterated his willingness to do whatever it takes to help flood-soaked Texas into recovery, and says he wants Texas to emerge from the disaster stronger. He's arrived in… Audio
US to see rare full solar eclipse
For the first time in almost 100 years, the USA will experience a full solar eclipse from coast to coast. KATU News reporter Reed Andrews says the state of Oregon is expecting up to one million… Audio
Pence denies planning to run for President in 2020
US Vice President Mike Pence has described reports he's considering a 2020 presidential campaign as "disgraceful and offensive". US correspondent Simon Marks explains the latest. Audio
Donald Trump leaves behind worries for France visit
Donald Trump is in Paris, but he can't escape the simmering tensions back in Washington. Paris-based journalist Peter Allen is covering Mr Trump's Paris trip and says the row about Donald Trump Jr is… Audio
