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What's the future of the US Republican Party?
Donald Trump Junior says there is now a Trump Republican Party. So, what does that mean for the future of the Republican Party. Philippa Tolley speaks to Republican commentator, Lenny McAllister. Audio
Democrats win Georgia - taking control of Congress
The Democrats have won both Senate seats in Georgia, meaning the party now has a majority in both the Congress and Senate. That will make it easier for President-elect Joe Biden to advance his agenda… Audio
World leaders react to violence in US
World leaders are expressing shock at the violence in the capital of the United States of America. Audio
Washington DC under curfew
Philippa Tolley speaks to Washington DC correspondent Simon Marks about what is happening in Washington DC, where a curfew has just taken effect. Audio
US lawmakers, Washington DC in turmoil
The US Congress is in turmoil after thousands of Trump supporters invaded the Capitol building earlier this morning as a joint session was being held to certify Joe Biden's win in the Presidential… Audio
My Xmas Song: Emma G, 'You Can Count On Me This Christmas'
Washington DC-based Kiwi artist Emma G has remained busy as always in 2020, despite everything that has been going on around her. Emma's new song, 'You Can Count On Me This Christmas' is her 10th… Audio
US correspondent on George Floyd death and civil unrest
It's a weekend of protests from New York to Seattle in the wake of George Floyd's death, with protesters and police continuing to clash and the tensions showing no sign of abating. U.S. correspondent… Audio
Indonesia's football league set to begin again under the cloud of its violent past
The Indonesian professional football league kicks off Febuary 29 under a cloud - fan violence has resulted in many deaths and the league could be abandoned if trouble flares again this season. What… Audio
'New Zealand's biggest danger is being swamped by China'
Professor Tyler Cowen is a big supporter of immigration -- when it's done right -- but warns the New Zealand government needs to continue with its policy of not allowing China to get too much… Audio
US, China trade war fears rise
China has hit back at the U.S. by putting tariffs on about $3 billion worth of US imports, affecting 128 products ranging from pork, meat and fruit to steel pipes. It's the latest move in escalating… Audio
NZ embassy staff on trial keeps name suppression
The Crown says DNA belonging to a member of New Zealand's embassy staff in Washington DC was found inside a camera. The man, who has name suppression, has been charged with attempting to make an… Video, Audio
US govt shutdown: Senate reaches deal
A deal has been reached in the US Senate to reopen the government after it was in shutdown for several days. Washington DC correspondent Kevin McAleese says the process has a way to go yet. The deal… Audio
Trump supports Roy Moore despite sexual harassment claims
President Donald Trump has come out in support again of Alabama Senator candidate Roy Moore. Multiple women have accussed Roy Moore of sexual misconduct dating back 40 years in some cases. Mr Trump… Audio
US Vice President denies reports of 2020 presidential campaign
US Vice President Mike Pence is vehemently denying reports that he's planning to campaign for the presidency in 2020. US correspondent Simon Marks reports from Washington DC Audio
Reed Kroloff: buildings and disasters
Architectural writer and commentator who will visit New Zealand for the WORD Christchurch Writers Festival. Audio