Day: April 27, 2025

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Clinton Highway, Waiwera South closed following crash

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Clinton Highway/State Highway 1 is closed following a crash involving a truck and trailer unit at Waiwera South this afternoon. The driver has suffered minor injuries. Diversions are in place although they are currently not suitable for heavy vehicles. Motorists are advised to expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Team MIL OSI New Zealand News –

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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Arrest made after imitation firearm located – Auckland

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A young person has been arrested following an incident involving an imitation firearm on an Auckland bus this morning. Police were informed at 11.24am today that there was a person on a bus heading to Auckland City from Orakei in possession of a firearm. The bus stopped on Quay Street and a youth and a woman got off and entered a nearby supermarket. Armed Police arrived on the scene quickly and located the pair exiting through the supermarket car park and safely took them into custody. An imitation firearm was located on the youth. They will be referred to

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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Name release, Fatal Crash, SH5, Mamaku

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can now release the name of the man who died following a single-vehicle crash on SH5 near Mamaku on Tuesday 22 April. He was Paul John Coleman, 51, of Hamilton. Police extend their condolences to his family and friends. His death has been referred to the Coroner. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI New Zealand News –

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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Three to appear in court after aggravated robbery, Palmerston North

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Rochelle Ross: Police have arrested and charged three men following an aggravated robbery in Aokautere. At around 7.45am this morning, Manawatu Police were called to a residential address in Aokautere following a report of an aggravated robbery. Thankfully, the occupants of the property are uninjured, however they are understandably shaken by the incident. Upon arrival, Police saw the alleged offenders flee the area in a vehicle. Police signalled the vehicle to stop, however the driver failed to stop and fled from Police. Tyre-deflation devices were successfully deployed a short time later and the occupants of

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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Man arrested and charged following incident in Te Awamutu

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Inspector Mike Henwood, Eastern Waikato Area Commander: A man is before the courts after fleeing from Police in Te Awamutu last night, damaging three Police vehicles in the process. At about 8:30pm yesterday, Police received reports of a theft at a commercial premises on Sloane Street, Te Awamutu. Upon arrival, a vehicle of interest was seen travelling away from the scene, the vehicle was signalled to stop and failed to do so. The vehicle was not pursued. A further report of theft at 9pm was received from another commercial premises in Te Awamutu, and the same vehicle

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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Operation Kereru – infringements issued, vehicles seized in Wairarapa

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Wairarapa Police have put the brakes on an anti-social road user event in the Wairarapa overnight, issuing infringements and seizing vehicles. Operation Kereru saw an increased Police presence in the Wairarapa region, taking a zero-tolerance approach to unlawful road user activity. In the Wairarapa, Police were able to set up necessary checkpoints to disrupt behaviour before it started. Over 50 infringements were issued, and on top of these, ten non-operational orders were served. Two vehicles were seized by Bailiffs, and one was impounded. Wairarapa Area Commander, Inspector Nick Thom says the work of Police staff to get in early

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Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI New Zealand: Reforms – PSA forces changes to restructure of Data & Digital and Pacific HealthSource: PSA The PSA has settled litigation over the planned restructure of two key teams at Health NZ with an agreement to significantly amend planned cuts to roles and structures. The settlement relates to proposed restructures of the Data and Digital and Pacific Health teams at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora which were subject to […] MIL-Evening Report: Election Diary: Albanese promises around-the-clock health line, with leaders to hold ralliesSource: The Conversation (Au

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South America – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

South America: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI Security: DHS Sweeps into Action to Protect Child from Tren De Aragua Parents Source: US Department of Homeland Security WASHINGTON – Despite claims from the Venezuelan government that the U.S. “kidnapped” a child, the truth is DHS took action because both her parents are part of Tren De Aragua.   The child’s father, Maiker Espinoza-Escalona is a lieutenant of Tren De Aragua who oversees homicides, drug sales, kidnappings, extortion, […] MIL-OSI USA: On Earth Day, Congresswoman Betty McCollum Re-Introduces Mississippi River Restoration LegislationSource: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Betty

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India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI USA: Governor Josh Stein Extends State of Emergency for Western North Carolina WildfiresSource: US State of North Carolina Headline: Governor Josh Stein Extends State of Emergency for Western North Carolina Wildfires Governor Josh Stein Extends State of Emergency for Western North Carolina WildfireslsaitoSat, 04/26/2025 – 10:13 Raleigh, NC Governor Josh Stein has extended the State of Emergency for the western North Carolina wildfires in 34 counties. The […]

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China – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI China: J-10 fighter jets in 24-hour fightSource: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense A J-10 fighter jet attached to the Chinese PLA Air Force takes off from the runway and flies to the designated airspace for a round-the-clock flight training exercise aimed at beefing up the pilots’ combat capability. (eng.chinamil.com.cn/Photo by Xiao Rui) loading… MIL OSI China News […] MIL-OSI China: China launches Shenzhou-20 manned spaceship for new diverse in-orbit tasksSource: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense The Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceship, atop a

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Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI USA: On Earth Day, Congresswoman Betty McCollum Re-Introduces Mississippi River Restoration LegislationSource: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn) SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) reintroduced the Mississippi River Restoration and Resilience Initiative (MRRRI) Act (H.R. 2977) on Tuesday, aiming to establish a non-regulatory initiative to coordinate restoration and resilience opportunities along the Mississippi River corridor. MRRRI is modeled on the highly successful Great Lakes Restoration Initiative […] MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Krishnamoorthi Concludes “Trump Tariff Tour,” Highlights Devastating Impact of Trump’s Tariffs on Illinois Families and Small BusinessesSource: United States

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Business – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI New Zealand: Reforms – PSA forces changes to restructure of Data & Digital and Pacific HealthSource: PSA The PSA has settled litigation over the planned restructure of two key teams at Health NZ with an agreement to significantly amend planned cuts to roles and structures. The settlement relates to proposed restructures of the Data and Digital and Pacific Health teams at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora which were subject to […] MIL-OSI: XRP News: XploraDEX $XPL Presale Nears Completion as Final Countdown 48 Hours BeginsSource: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) ZURICH, April

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Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI USA: Rep. McCollum Calls for Resignation of Defense Secretary Pete HegsethSource: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn) SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Congresswoman Betty McCollum, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, issued the following statement after news reports of another improper Signal group chat involving Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth: “Starting with the moment Pete Hegseth was nominated to lead the Department […] MIL-OSI Video: Move Over Wall-ESource: United States Department of Defense (video statements) ————— Airmen from @DyessAFBPAshowcased Explosive Ordnance Disposal equipment at the

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Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI, CLEAVER, FITZPATRICK REINTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO HELP HOMEOWNERS PLANT MORE TREES AND REDUCE ENERGY COSTSSource: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today on Arbor Day, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Congressmen Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) reintroduced the TREES Act, a bill that will help homeowners lower energy costs, increase tree canopy in underserved communities, and help mitigate the effects of climate […]

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Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI Security: DHS Sweeps into Action to Protect Child from Tren De Aragua Parents Source: US Department of Homeland Security WASHINGTON – Despite claims from the Venezuelan government that the U.S. “kidnapped” a child, the truth is DHS took action because both her parents are part of Tren De Aragua.   The child’s father, Maiker Espinoza-Escalona is a lieutenant of Tren De Aragua who oversees homicides, drug sales, kidnappings, extortion, […] MIL-OSI USA: Rep. McCollum Calls for Resignation of Defense Secretary Pete HegsethSource: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Betty McCollum

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Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI New Zealand: Reforms – PSA forces changes to restructure of Data & Digital and Pacific HealthSource: PSA The PSA has settled litigation over the planned restructure of two key teams at Health NZ with an agreement to significantly amend planned cuts to roles and structures. The settlement relates to proposed restructures of the Data and Digital and Pacific Health teams at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora which were subject to […] MIL-OSI Security: DHS Sweeps into Action to Protect Child from Tren De Aragua Parents Source: US Department of Homeland

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Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI AND COLLEAGUES URGE PRESIDENT TRUMP TO REVERSE AMERICORPS CUTSSource: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Co-Chair of the bipartisan National Service Caucus, led 149 lawmakers in sending a letter to President Donald Trump defending AmeriCorps and NCCC AmeriCorps members and calling on him to reverse cuts to the program made last week by […] MIL-OSI Security: Lower Sackville — Missing person: Help the RCMP find Stephanie WalshSource: Royal Canadian Mounted Police RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is asking for

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Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-Evening Report: Election Diary: Albanese promises around-the-clock health line, with leaders to hold ralliesSource: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will launch another push on health on Sunday, announcing a re-elected Labor government would set up a free around-the-clock 1800MEDICARE advice line and afterhours GP telehealth service. The service would be launched from January 1 and […] MIL-OSI: XRP News: Crypto Analysts Predict $XDX Presale Sellout Within 10 Days as Over 20% Fills in First 24 HoursSource:

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New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI New Zealand: Reforms – PSA forces changes to restructure of Data & Digital and Pacific HealthSource: PSA The PSA has settled litigation over the planned restructure of two key teams at Health NZ with an agreement to significantly amend planned cuts to roles and structures. The settlement relates to proposed restructures of the Data and Digital and Pacific Health teams at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora which were subject to […] MIL-Evening Report: Homage paid to Pope Francis at NZ street theatre rally for PalestineAsia Pacific Report

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Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-OSI Europe: “Pope Francis, now we ask you to pray for us”Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI Saturday, 26 April 2025 Fabio Beretta/Agenzia Fides by Fabio BerettaVatican City (Fides Agency) – “The Easter sun shines brightly” on the day when the Church and the whole world bid farewell to Pope Francis, the 265th Successor of Peter, who passed away six days ago. A death illuminated by […] MIL-OSI Europe: President Meloni meets with President Zelensky at Palazzo ChigiSource: Government of Italy (English) Vai al Contenuto Raggiungi il piè di

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Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025.

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Israel – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Israel News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-Evening Report: Homage paid to Pope Francis at NZ street theatre rally for PalestineAsia Pacific Report Activists for Palestine paid homage to Pope Francis in Aotearoa New Zealand today for his humility, care for marginalised in the world, and his courageous solidarity with the besieged people of Gaza at a street theatre rally just hours before his funeral in Rome. He was remembered and thanked for his daily […] MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Gulf visit to enhance regional security and boost UK growthSource: United Kingdom – Executive Government &

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Human Rights – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-Evening Report: Homage paid to Pope Francis at NZ street theatre rally for PalestineAsia Pacific Report Activists for Palestine paid homage to Pope Francis in Aotearoa New Zealand today for his humility, care for marginalised in the world, and his courageous solidarity with the besieged people of Gaza at a street theatre rally just hours before his funeral in Rome. He was remembered and thanked for his daily […]

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University News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-Evening Report: Election Diary: Albanese promises around-the-clock health line, with leaders to hold ralliesSource: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will launch another push on health on Sunday, announcing a re-elected Labor government would set up a free around-the-clock 1800MEDICARE advice line and afterhours GP telehealth service. The service would be launched from January 1 and […] MIL-Evening Report: Homage paid to Pope Francis at NZ street theatre rally for PalestineAsia Pacific Report Activists for Palestine paid

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Analysis – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Analysis: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on April 27, 2025. MIL-Evening Report: Election Diary: Albanese promises around-the-clock health line, with leaders to hold ralliesSource: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will launch another push on health on Sunday, announcing a re-elected Labor government would set up a free around-the-clock 1800MEDICARE advice line and afterhours GP telehealth service. The service would be launched from January 1 and […] MIL-Evening Report: Homage paid to Pope Francis at NZ street theatre rally for PalestineAsia Pacific Report Activists for Palestine paid homage

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Technology – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025

Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for April 27, 2025 MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Tech fund boosts construction sectorSource: Hong Kong Information Services Site safety has always been a priority in the construction industry. For welders, there can be significant health risks from enduring intense light, high temperatures and harmful gases for extended periods. One local engineering equipment firm recently acquired a welding robot, primarily for connecting foundation piles. Project Manager Ken Lai […] MIL-OSI United Kingdom: AI doctors’ assistant to speed up appointments a ‘gamechanger’Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release AI doctors’ assistant to speed up appointments a

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MIL-OSI Security: DHS Sweeps into Action to Protect Child from Tren De Aragua Parents 

Source: US Department of Homeland Security WASHINGTON – Despite claims from the Venezuelan government that the U.S. “kidnapped” a child, the truth is DHS took action because both her parents are part of Tren De Aragua.   The child’s father, Maiker Espinoza-Escalona is a lieutenant of Tren De Aragua who oversees homicides, drug sales, kidnappings, extortion, sex trafficking and operates a torture house. The child’s mother, Yorely Escarleth Bernal Inciarte oversees recruitment of young women for drug smuggling and prostitution. These criminal illegal aliens entered the country illegally and had final orders of removal from a judge.   Thanks to President Trump and Secretary Noem, both

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MIL-OSI Video: POTUS ♥️ FLOTUS

Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements) Find someone who looks at you the way POTUS looks at FLOTUS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTtgs_Sw4R0 MIL OSI Video –

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MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Tech fund boosts construction sector

Source: Hong Kong Information Services Site safety has always been a priority in the construction industry. For welders, there can be significant health risks from enduring intense light, high temperatures and harmful gases for extended periods. One local engineering equipment firm recently acquired a welding robot, primarily for connecting foundation piles. Project Manager Ken Lai highlighted that the robot not only enhances worker safety but also accelerates construction times. Significant benefits “Traditional welders must work close to the workpieces, exposing them to harmful light and gases,” Mr Lai explained. “By using welding robots, operators can control them from a safe distance, effectively reducing health risks.”

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MIL-OSI United Kingdom: AI doctors’ assistant to speed up appointments a ‘gamechanger’

Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release AI doctors’ assistant to speed up appointments a ‘gamechanger’ Interim trial data shows that the revolutionary tech has dramatically reduced admin Government drives forward use of innovative artificial intelligence in hospitals to improve patient care New government guidance set out today will encourage its use across health service while protecting patient data and privacy  Trials show dramatic reduction in admin and more time for direct patient care, as Plan for Change delivers seismic shift in care to digital NHS clinicians will be supported to use groundbreaking artificial intelligence tools that bulldoze bureaucracy and take notes

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