World Politics
How the deadly AR rifle became America's 'national gun'
The AR-15, which was used in an assassination attempt on Trump, was a slow seller for its first decades. But in 2024 in America, it's a completely different story.
Åsne Seierstad: The Afghans
Award-winning journalist Åsne Seierstad, studied life in Afghanistan before and after the fall of the Taliban in 2001, documenting it in her book The Bookseller of Kabul. Twenty years later, with the… Audio
Vietnam's top leader Trong dies at 80 after long rule
Vietnam's ruling Communist Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong died on Friday after holding the country's most powerful position for 13 years.
Trump recounts attempt on his life, then abandons unity theme in marathon convention speech
Donald Trump told a rapt audience at the Republican National Convention today in his first speech since last weekend's assassination attempt that he was only there "by the grace of Almighty God."
Watch: Peters outlines NZ's foreign policy shift
The Pacific Island Forum could serve as a "constructive force" to find a "path forward" in New Caledonia, the Foreign Affairs Minister says Video
If Biden drops out, who could replace him?
If - and it's still a big if - beleaguered President Joe Biden drops out of the US presidential race, who might replace him?
Biden 'soul searching' about dropping out of race, sources say
The US President is taking calls to step aside as a presidential candidate seriously and several officials think an exit is a matter of time, sources say.
Clock ticking on Biden as pressure to quit race increases
After testing positive for Covid, the president is struggling to calm concerns about his health and fitness for office.
Top Democrats increase pressure on Biden to step aside - reports
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is among those who reportedly fear the president cannot win against Donald Trump. Audio
More Democratic leaders call for Biden to step aside
US correspondent Todd Zwillich speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about more Democratic leaders calling on Joe Biden to step aside, the president testing positive for Covid-19 and the third day of the… Audio
Trump's running mate introduces himself to nation
US Senator JD Vance presented himself as the son of a forgotten industrial Ohio town who will fight for the working class if elected.
Paris 2024 opening ceremony will see big police presence but no changes after Trump attack, official says
Some 45,000 police will secure the Olympics opening ceremony on 26 July, with over 100 heads of state and government set to attend.
Trump supporters' new fashion: Solidarity ear bandages
Attendees at the Republican National Convention have been wearing bandages, in reference to former president Donald Trump's shooting.
Have Tenacious D been political in the past?
Fans have criticised Jack Black for throwing Kyle Gass "under the bus" with his statement, speculating he is prioritising his acting career prospects over their friendship. Video
Trump will protect gun rights despite assassination attempt, adviser says
The remarks comes just days after a would-be assassin's bullet grazed Donald Trump's ear at a rally in Pennsylvania.
Trump appears with bandaged ear at Republican convention
Donald Trump walked into the convention with a thick bandage over the ear as the crowd chanted "Fight! Fight! Fight" and pumped their fist. Video
Trump makes first appearance at Republican National Convention
United States correspondent speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about Donald Trump making his first appearance at the Republican National Convention and the former president's classified documents case being… Audio
Biden admits it was mistake to say Trump should be put 'in a bullseye'
Some Republicans zeroed in on that language as they blamed Biden for creating a climate that sparked the assassination attempt on Trump. Video
Live: With bandaged ear, Trump makes first appearance since shooting
Donald Trump has appeared alongside his running mate at the Republican Convention.
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
Brad Foster provides an update on Australia's Olympic team heading to Paris next week and how many medals are predicted. Audio
