Piers discusses three accidental or unexpected deaths in the region over the weekend, one of Wairarapa's most successful businesses, Tranzit, marks 100 years.

Quentin Johnson reviews Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men by Mara Gold, published by Penguin Random House.

With no family, the last resting place of Henry Walter - had fallen into disrepair. Private Walter had been kicked out of the army as "incorrigible" after struggling with the impact of battle and subsequently took his own life.

The Wellington journalist and editor has connected with 80 other people - some well-known, some less so - who lost a parent in childhood or in their teens.

After 40 days, the US government shutdown appears close to ending as several Senate Democrats backed a Republican deal, sparking internal party tensions.

The U.N. climate chief has urged countries to cooperate rather than battle over priorities, as efforts to limit global warming are threatened by a fracturing international consensus.

On October 7th 2023, Eli Sharabi was kidnapped by Hamas and held for 491 days. He and his wife and two daughters were in their home on a kibbutz in Southern Israel when the attack happened.

Some and  Mark Edwards who make a range of Thai inspired sauces on the Kapiti Coast.

Politics with Andrew Kirton and Brigitte Morten

Amy has the latest on Auckland's homeless issue, who is leading committees at Auckland Council for the new term, a buyout scheme for at risk flooded homes is coming to an end and a new Christmas art installation for the CBD.