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New Zealander killed in Ukraine 'very professional' in role, former defence minister
A Christchurch man who died in Ukraine did not have military training but was very professional in what he did and understood what the outcome could be, former minister of defence Ron Mark says. Audio
The last heroic act of Kiwi killed in drone attack in Ukraine
Shan-Le Kearns, 26, was killed while rescuing wounded comrades . Audio
Chch man killed in Ukraine fighting for the country
A Christchurch man who died in Ukraine while helping in the country's war efforts, had previously posted online that he was living the dream. Ron Mark, who has been in the Ukraine war zone spoke to… Audio
Aid group opens third distribution point in Gaza
But the UN says the amount of aid coming in still remains far below what is required to relieve the risk of famine.
UK man charged with 7 offences after Liverpool crash
UK police have charged a 53-year-old man with seven offences for allegedly ramming a car into crowds celebrating Liverpool's Premier League title earlier this week.
US judges rule Trump overstepped authority by imposing tariffs
The White House is vowing to fight back after judges ruled Donald Trump overstepped his authority by imposing tariffs. Correspondent in Washington Nick Harper spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'Blatantly wrong': White House slams court decision blocking Trump tariffs
The White House called the ruling "blatantly wrong" on social media and expressed confidence it would be overturned.
US: "TACO trade" tariffs can't go ahead for now
Two of the Trump administration's policies have been halted by US courts, Bevan Hurley has the details from New York Audio
Zimbabwe to charge drivers levy to listen to radio in cars
Zimbabweans are up in arms over a proposed tax on their car radios - Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Africa. Audio
Italian activists face trial for migrant sea rescue in legal first
Crew members of a charity ship have been charged for rescuing 27 migrants and taking them to Italy in 2020.
Kath & Kim star reveals 'very aggressive' cancer diagnosis
Comedian Magda Szubanski, best known for her acting role in Kath & Kim, has revealed she has stage 4 blood cancer.
History with Dr Grant Morris
History expert Grant Morris joins Perlina to talk about the history of Harvard University and the challenges it faces now that US President Donald Trump has removed the ability of the university to… Audio
Elon Musk has left the Trump administration, White House confirms
Billionaire Musk was a special government employee as part of the Department of Government Efficiency.
Mud and rock buries Swiss village in glacier collapse
An official told Swiss media about 90 percent of the village was covered by the landslide.
Chaos in Gaza on first day of aid after weeks of hunger
Palestinians have been pushed towards famine after an 11-week blockade on aid.
US to ban foreign officials over 'flagrant censorship' on social media
The US will impose visa bans on foreign nationals it deems to be censoring Americans, with suggestions the new policy could target officials regulating US tech companies.
French surgeon sexually abused 299 patients
A former surgeon in France has been given the maximum sentence in one of the largest cases of child sex abuse the country's ever seen. Paris correspondent Ross Cullen spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
UK: London Mayor comes out in support of cannabis law reform
Henry Riley has an update on the Liverpool car attack and charges are revealed in the case against Andrew and Tristan Tate Audio
Economist Justin Wolfers breaks down US tariffs
US President Donald Trump says he has agreed to delay a 50 percent tariff on European Union imports until July 9. Professor Justin Wolfers teaches Economics and Public Policy at the University of… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 28 May 2025
In today's episode, the family of a 19-year-old Palmerston North teenager who died after taking part in a Run-It game in with friends are having to come to terms with the young man's death, a… Audio
