Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Electric vehicle proponents say getting more people into cars would change the country's energy system. EV advocacy group Drive Electric's chair Kirsten Corson spoke to John Campbell.

A new bill in New Zealand may result in more Pacific migrants being deported. A scientist in Papua New Guinea is keeping a close eye on a submarine volcano. Kiwi dance company leads inclusive workshops in the Cook Islands.

The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport.

Labour's Willow-Jean Prime on proposed cuts to the public sector and plans to replace NCEA.

Literal cat burglar, Leonardo da Pinchi, rose to fame in 2025 when he was busted stealing over 350 items of clothing from his Auckland neighbours. Now, his feline habits are at the centre of some scientific investigation. The ABC's What the Duck?! podcast has a new series called Nature's Most Wanted, asking why do animals steal. Host Dr Ann Jones tells First Up about the series.

Concerns about council amalgamation, finding solutions to address mortuary waste, and getting ready for Wairoa Maori Film Festival. Aayden Clarke, CEO of Tatau Tatau Commercial has the latest from the Wairoa region.

Correspondent Nabil Ahmed Rufai has the latest from Africa.

In California, Rita plays the cassette to Don’s children and receives the shock of her life. What if everything we knew up until now is wrong? Back in New Zealand, Rita connects with Jean’s children to reveal the trauma she faced in her life after Don left.

On the music list this week: The Punk Rock Socks, Anika Moa, and Amalia's Music - plus Suzy's new song 'My House has a Roof'. Jaanki talks about the book 'Tulip & Sprout', Whaea Lucy tells the story 'The Separation of Ranginui & Papatuanuku', and kids build their own special pizzas!