Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 12, 2025.
MIL-OSI Australia: National Road Safety Week 2025
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice National Road Safety Week 2025 Monday, 12 May 2025 – 10:34 am. This National Road Safety Week, Tasmania Police is calling for all motorists to drive so everyone survives.Assistant Commissioner Adrian Bodnar said road safety matters every week, but National Road Safety Week is a chance to highlight […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Beacon Products, Zandox Group and Mr Warren Skry in court for alleged misleading and unconscionable sales practices
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development The ACCC has been granted leave by the Federal Court to commence legal proceedings against two companies in liquidation, Beacon Products Pty Ltd (Beacon) and Zandox Group Pty Ltd (Zandox), for alleged unconscionable conduct and misleading or deceptive conduct. The ACCC is also taking action against the director of […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: DOC calling for World Heritage applications
Source: Police investigating after shots fired at Hastings house Date: 12 May 2025 Danica Stent, DOC’s International Manager, says New Zealand’s existing UNESCO World Heritage sites are some of the most remarkable places in the world. “Our natural and cultural heritage is central to who we are as a nation. World Heritage sites are a source […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Multiple arrests – Aggravated robbery and weapons offences – Nightcliff
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services A 16-year-old male and a 15-year-old female have been arrested in relation to the alleged aggravated robbery and assault of a worker in Nightcliff on Friday morning. Around 10:40am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a disturbance involving multiple people at a service station on […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Roadside breath testing up; alcohol-related road deaths down
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets As Road Safety Week begins, the Government’s crackdown on drunk drivers is delivering real results with newly released 2024 statistics showing the number of alcohol-related road deaths reducing by nearly 40%, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “Our Government is focused on improving […]
MIL-OSI USA: Reps. Lawler, Wasserman Schultz, Hill, Gottheimer, and Suozzi Urge Trump to Bring Home American Hostages Held in Gaza
Source: US Congressman Mike Lawler (R, NY-17) Washington, D.C. – 5/10/25… Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), joined by Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), French Hill (AR-02), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), and Tom Suozzi (NY-03) led 45 of their House colleagues in a bipartisan letter to President Trump urging his administration to continue prioritizing the immediate release of […]
MIL-OSI USA: Chairman Lawler Reacts to the News of the Expected Release of Edan Alexander
Source: US Congressman Mike Lawler (R, NY-17) Pearl River, N.Y. – 5/11/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, reacts to the news of the expected release of Edan Alexander. This comes after leading a bipartisan letter to President Trump on Friday, urging him […]
MIL-OSI USA: Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Ensure Access to Affordable Prescription Drugs
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (9th District of Illinois) Full Text of Bill (PDF) WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) introduced the Affordable and Safe Prescription Drug Importation Act to help put an end to Big Pharma’s greed and ensure that American patients can access prescription drugs at […]
MIL-OSI USA: Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Expand Trauma-Informed Training to Support Victims of Sexual Assault during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (9th District of Illinois) Full Text of Bill (PDF) WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) introduced Anna’s Law in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This legislation would expand trauma-informed training for law enforcement personnel and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) related to sexual […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tougher penalties for boy racers and intimidating drivers
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is turning up the heat on boy racers and fleeing drivers with a suite of stronger measures to deter anti-social and intimidating driving, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “At present, the penalties for anti-social or intimidating driving behaviour aren’t strong […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Serious crash – Levin
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are in attendance following a serious crash in Oxford Street, Levin. Two vehicles have crashed just before 7:20am. At this stage it appears one person has suffered critical injuries and another person is in a moderate condition. The road is currently closed and diversions are in place. The Serious […]
MIL-OSI Security: Falmouth — RCMP West Hants Detachment is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Falmouth
Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police On May 10, at approximately 11:12 p.m., RCMP officers, fire services, and EHS responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 101 between Hantsport and Falmouth, in the eastbound lanes. The investigation indicates that a Honda Civic and a Nissan Sentra were travelling in the eastbound lane on Highway 101, when they collided. The […]
MIL-OSI USA: Vice Chair McCaul, Chairman Green Announce Bipartisan Task Force on Enhancing National Security for Upcoming FIFA 2026, 2028 Olympics, US 250th Anniversary
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) WASHINGTON –Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus and current vice chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security — and Chairman Mark E. Green, MD (R-Tenn.) announced the establishment of the “Task Force on Securing the Homeland Amidst Special […]
MIL-OSI Security: Police appeal for witnesses following fatal collision in Hackney
Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police Detectives are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Hackney yesterday evening. Officers were called at 18:16hrs on Saturday, 10 May, to reports of a collision involving a motorcycle on the westbound elevated section of the A12 at the Lea Interchange. The London Ambulance Service and the London […]
MIL-OSI Africa: 2025 Child Protection Month: Let’s root out child abuse together
Source: South Africa News Agency The Department of Social Development (DSD) has launched a nationwide child protection programme to combat child abuse, following alarming statistics revealing that more than 26 000 cases of child abuse and neglect were reported in the 2024/25 financial year. DSD Minister Sisisi Tolashe launched the 2025 Child Protection Month and […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Police keep fans safe at Soweto Derby
Source: South Africa News Agency Sunday, May 11, 2025 At least five people have been arrested for different infringements during safety operations at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) where the Nedbank Cup Final between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates was held. Leading up to the match, security concerns were raised after reports that […]
MIL-OSI Africa: South Africa engages USA on resettlement concerns
Source: South Africa News Agency The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has engaged its United States of America (USA) counterparts on the resettlement of South Africans claiming refugee status in that country. This follows reports that the US is preparing to fly at least 50 Afrikaaner South Africans to the US as early […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Minister’s statement on National Police Week
Source: Government of Canada regional news Garry Begg, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, has released the following statement in recognition of National Police Week, May 11-17, 2025: “Every day, thousands of police officers in British Columbia answer the call to serve with courage, compassion and professionalism. Whether responding to emergencies, supporting victims or […]
MIL-OSI Russia: More than 20 killed as bus plunges into ravine in Sri Lanka
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News COLOMBO, May 11 (Xinhua) — More than 20 people were killed and several injured when a bus fell into a chasm in Kotmale in Sri Lanka’s Central […]
MIL-OSI USA: AFSCME’s Saunders on National Law Enforcement Week: We recognize law enforcement officers for their sacrifices and dedication
Source: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of National Law Enforcement Week, which is happening from May 11 through May 17: “No matter the emergency, AFSCME members in law enforcement never hesitate and they never quit. They are selfless in […]