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Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI USA: Myth vs. Fact: The One Big Beautiful Bill
US Senate News: Source: US Whitehouse While Democrats spend the day launching desperate, hollow attacks in a last-ditch effort to block President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, the FACTS speak for themselves. MYTH: The One Big Beautiful Bill is “just a tax break for billionaires.”FACT: The One Big Beautiful Bill delivers the largest middle- and […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Showcases AI Home Appliance Innovations at DA Global Tech Seminars Across Five Regions
Source: Samsung From March to June, Samsung Electronics hosted Digital Appliances (DA) Global Tech Seminars across five regions — the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia and Southwest Asia — to showcase its latest innovations to audiences around the world. The seminars welcomed about 240 media representatives and tech influencers from 40 countries to […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Upgrading national grid to power AI future to be tackled at AI Energy Council
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Upgrading national grid to power AI future to be tackled at AI Energy Council The Technology and Energy Secretaries will chair the second meeting of the AI Energy Council today. AI Energy Council helping to power new AI breakthroughs. Second meeting to focus on bringing […]

MIL-OSI USA: Public Lands Sale Proposal Forced Out of GOP Budget Bill
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Washington Maria Cantwell 06.29.25 Public Lands Sale Proposal Forced Out of GOP Budget Bill After significant pressure from hunters, anglers, and outdoor rec community, Senator Lee reluctantly withdraws controversial proposal WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), a senior member of the Senate Committee on Energy and […]

MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: ENERGY SECRETARY: It’s Time to Stop Subsidizing Solar and Wind in Perpetuity
Source: US Department of Energy New York Post June 27, 2025 “How the Big Beautiful Bill will lower energy costs, shore up the electric grid — and unleash American prosperity” By Chris Wright How much would you pay for an Uber if you didn’t know when it would pick you up or where it was […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to ‘Healthy food revolution to tackle obesity epidemic’, as press released by DHSC
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments June 29, 2025 Experts comment on a new press release sent out by the government entitled ‘Healthy food revolution to tackle obesity epidemic’. Prof Andrew Prentice, Professor of International Nutrition at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, said: “I’m delighted to see government working hand in hand […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: £11.7m fund to boost business investment and jobs at Port Talbot
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release £11.7m fund to boost business investment and jobs at Port Talbot English Cymraeg New Economic Growth and Investment Fund announced by the Tata Steel / Port Talbot Transition Board Over £11.7 million to boost business investment and jobs in Port Talbot from newly announced Economic Growth and […]

MIL-OSI USA: Reed Votes Against Motion to Proceed to ‘Big, Ugly Betrayal’ Bill
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Rhode Island Jack Reed WASHINGTON, DC – Senate Republican leaders spent all Saturday struggling to get their own members lined up behind a controversial and unpopular budget reconciliation bill (the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”) that would gut Medicaid to provide a bigger tax cut for the […]

MIL-OSI Russia: World’s first pure ammonia demonstration vessel makes maiden voyage in China
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 HEFEI, June 29 (Xinhua) — The world’s first demonstration ship running on clean ammonia fuel, the Anhui, has successfully completed its maiden voyage in Hefei, east China’s […]

MIL-OSI USA: June 28th, 2025

BREAKING: Heinrich Announces Public Lands Sales Provisions Struck from Reconciliation
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) today issued the following statement announcing that public lands sales provisions included in Republicans’ so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill” were stricken from the legislation after thousands of Americans raised their […]

MIL-OSI China: World’s first pure ammonia-fueled demonstration vessel completes maiden voyage in China
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The world’s first pure ammonia-powered demonstration vessel, the “Anhui,” successfully completed its maiden voyage in Hefei, east China’s Anhui Province, marking a major step forward for green shipping. An aerial drone photo taken on June 28, 2025 shows the pure ammonia-powered demonstration vessel, the “Anhui,” making […]

Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI Australia: Arrests – Stealing with violence – Alice Springs
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The Northern Territory Police Force have arrested three men in relation to a stealing with violence incident that occurred in Alice Springs on Sunday morning. Around 10:15am, police received a report of unknown men trying to break into a commercial premises on Barrett Drive in Desert Springs. It […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Police investigating suspicious structure fire, Rossarden
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice Police investigating suspicious structure fire, Rossarden Sunday, 29 June 2025 – 4:05 pm. Police are investigating a suspicious structure fire at Rossarden overnight.Emergency services were called to the former Rossarden School House in Schell Street just before 1am after reports of a fire.Tasmania Fire Service contained the fire […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Crash and court a costly night for driver
Source: New Zealand Police It was pricey night for one dangerous driver who dented his pride and joy and landed himself in court. Police in Papakura observed a vehicle travelling at speed on Clevedon Road just before 11pm. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says officers signalled for the vehicle to stop. […]

MIL-OSI USA: McCaul Hosts Ceremony in Bastrop to Dedicate Post Office in Sergeant Major Billy D. Waugh’s Honor
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) McCaul’s bill to dedicate the post office in honor of Sergeant Waugh became law in 2024 Bastrop, Texas – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) honored a U.S. Army veteran and American military hero, Sergeant Major Billy D. Waugh, at a ceremony to officially dedicate the […]

MIL-OSI USA: McCaul, McGovern Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday as “A Day of Compassion”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs — introduced a resolution alongside Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) designating July 6th, 2025, as “A Day of Compassion” in honor of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Hong Kong: National Security Law analysis shows vast majority unjustly arrested
Source: Amnesty International   More than 80% of people convicted under Hong Kong’s National Security Law (NSL) have been wrongly criminalized and should never have been charged in the first place, according to new research by Amnesty International published on the fifth anniversary of the law being enacted.   The organization’s analysis of 255 individuals targeted under […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Bupa in Court for unconscionable conduct and misleading consumers about health insurance benefits entitlements
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development Scam warning: The ACCC is aware that scammers may call, email or text to falsely offer to help get compensation from various businesses. They may use this media release about compensation to convince people their contact is real. STOP – Don’t give money or personal information to anyone if you’re unsure. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Serious crash, Cambridge Road, Waipa district
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a crash that has blocked Cambridge Road in Waipa district. The crash involves a car and a truck, and was reported about 11.25am. One person is reported to be injured. Cambridge Road is closed between Storey Road and Cox Road and motorists should expect […]

MIL-OSI China: China, Vietnam hold border meeting on judicial cooperation
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NANNING, June 29 — Judicial administrative authorities from China and Vietnam held a border meeting from Saturday to Sunday in Nanning, capital of south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, to enhance cooperation. The meeting, the first of its kind, brought together nearly 150 participants from both […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Media advisory: RNZPC Auckland Campus
Source: New Zealand Police Media are advised that Police will hold a media stand-up for the opening of the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC) Auckland Campus. Location: RNZPC Auckland, Student Central Level 2, Massey University, East Precinct, Albany Expressway, North Shore. Time: 8:30am Date: Tuesday 1 July Who: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers, Minister of Police […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: Giant baby Musk float in march for tax justice at UN summit in Sevilla: ‘Make rich polluters pay’
Source: Greenpeace Statement – Sevilla, Spain – Greenpeace activists joined a civil society march today for Global Economic Justice, with a giant float of a baby Elon Musk holding a chainsaw threatening planet Earth. As the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) starts tomorrow in Sevilla, campaigners are calling on world leaders to […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation under way, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Pūhoi to Warkworth Motorway going to 110km/h
Source: New Zealand Government A new 110km/h speed limit on the Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway will come into effect first thing tomorrow morning, Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced today. “Transport is a critical enabler for economic growth and productivity, and with over 20,000 vehicles travelling this motorway every day, the new higher speed will help ensure […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation underway, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Name Release, Wai-iti death
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the person who died in Wai-iti, Tasman, while clearing a fallen tree on Saturday. He was 67-year-old Peter Lines, of Wai-iti. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time. His death will be referred to the Coroner. ENDS Issued […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China, Vietnam Hold Border Meeting on Justice Cooperation
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 NANNING, June 29 (Xinhua) — Judicial and administrative organs of China and Vietnam held a border meeting from Saturday to Sunday in Nanning, capital of south China’s […]

MIL-OSI Russia: V. Zelensky signed a decree on Ukraine’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel mines
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 KYIV, June 29 (Xinhua) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree on Sunday that puts into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council […]

MIL-OSI Africa: President El-Sisi Witnesses Swearing-in of New Presidents of Judicial Authorities
Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report: Download logo Today in Al-Alamain City, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi witnessed the swearing-in of Counselor Assem Abdel Latif El-Saeed Abdel Fattah as President of the Court of Cassation; Counselor Osama Youssef Shalaby Youssef as President of the Council of State; Counselor Hussein Madkour Mohamed Abdel Fattah […]

MIL-OSI Video: Syria, Lebanon, Israel – Presser by Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements) Upon his return from the Middle East, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix, today (27 Jun) told journalists in New York that Lebanese Armed Forces “have continued to strengthen their presence South of the Litani River,” with the support of the United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon (UNIFIL), while in […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Three killed, two wounded in gunman’s attack in northwest Pakistan
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 ISLAMABAD, June 29 (Xinhua) — Three people were killed and two others were injured when unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa […]

Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Cities are heating up the planet – how they can do more to fight climate change
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anna Hurlimann, Associate Professor in Urban Planning, The University of Melbourne Quality Stock Arts/Shutterstock Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67–72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet. At the same time, cities are increasingly at risk […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Gaza: Deadly Israeli-US supply distribution scheme must be dismantled and siege lifted – MSF
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) 28 June, Gaza: The Israeli-US food distribution scheme in Gaza, launched one month ago, is degrading Palestinians by design, forcing them to choose between starvation or risking their lives for minimal supplies. With over 500 people killed and nearly 4,000 wounded while seeking food, this scheme is slaughter masquerading as […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Major milestone for Canberra’s first light rail bridge
Source: Australian National Party As part of ACT Government’s ‘One Government, One Voice’ program, we are transitioning this website across to our . You can access everything you need through this website while it’s happening. Skip to content Released 18/06/2025 Construction is set to begin on Canberra’s first light rail bridge, a major milestone in […]

MIL-OSI USA: McCaul Statement on U.S. Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs — released the following statement on the United States’ successful strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. “The United States government has long maintained that Iran must […]

MIL-OSI USA: McCaul, McGovern Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday as “A Day of Compassion”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs — introduced a resolution alongside Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) designating July 6th, 2025, as “A Day of Compassion” in honor of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s […]

MIL-OSI USA: Myth vs. Fact: The One Big Beautiful Bill
US Senate News: Source: US Whitehouse While Democrats spend the day launching desperate, hollow attacks in a last-ditch effort to block President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, the FACTS speak for themselves. MYTH: The One Big Beautiful Bill is “just a tax break for billionaires.”FACT: The One Big Beautiful Bill delivers the largest middle- and […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Hong Kong: National Security Law analysis shows vast majority unjustly arrested
Source: Amnesty International   More than 80% of people convicted under Hong Kong’s National Security Law (NSL) have been wrongly criminalized and should never have been charged in the first place, according to new research by Amnesty International published on the fifth anniversary of the law being enacted.   The organization’s analysis of 255 individuals targeted under […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland News – Nominations for Northland Regional Council open 04 July
Source: Northland Regional Council People keen to stand for one of nine places on the Northland Regional Council at this year’s local body elections in October can get their nominations in from Friday 04 July. Dale Ofsoske, the council’s Electoral Officer, says nominations open on Friday 04 July and close at noon on Friday 01 August […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland Regional Council News – 30 June 2025
Source: Northland Regional Council NOMINATIONS FOR NRC OPEN 04 JULY People keen to stand for one of nine places on the Northland Regional Council at this year’s local body elections in October can get their nominations in from Friday 04 July until noon on Friday 01 August 2025. Anyone aged 18 and over can stand for […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: DOC’s Jobs for Nature legacy
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  30 June 2025 Sia says, “Jobs for Nature projects have had a positive impact on the environment, restoring over 6000 ha of wetland, which has improved wildlife habitat, water quality and flood control capability, and have worked toward restoring six priority waterways, such as the Rangitata and Whanganui Rivers, among […]

MIL-OSI USA: Statement from Senator Thom Tillis
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for North Carolina Thom Tillis WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, North Carolina U.S. Senator Thom Tillis issued the following statement: “It has been a blessing to go on a journey from living in a trailer park and making minimum wage as a young man to having the honor of serving […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: Giant baby Musk float in march for tax justice at UN summit in Sevilla: ‘Make rich polluters pay’
Source: Greenpeace Statement – Sevilla, Spain – Greenpeace activists joined a civil society march today for Global Economic Justice, with a giant float of a baby Elon Musk holding a chainsaw threatening planet Earth. As the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) starts tomorrow in Sevilla, campaigners are calling on world leaders to […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Reforms to Building Safety Regulator to accelerate housebuilding
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Reforms to Building Safety Regulator to accelerate housebuilding Reforms to the Building Safety Regulator bring new leadership, investment and process to accelerate housebuilding New Fast Track Process to enhance the review of newbuild applications, unblock delays and boost sector confidence    Measures will help delivery […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Upgrading national grid to power AI future to be tackled at AI Energy Council
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Upgrading national grid to power AI future to be tackled at AI Energy Council The Technology and Energy Secretaries will chair the second meeting of the AI Energy Council today. AI Energy Council helping to power new AI breakthroughs. Second meeting to focus on bringing […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Further details on welfare reforms published ahead of Second Reading
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Further details on welfare reforms published ahead of Second Reading New details on the Government’s welfare reforms will be published today (Monday 30 June 2025) ahead of Second Reading of the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill on Tuesday. Terms of reference for the […]

MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson on the Second Anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Decision in Students for Fair Admissions
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Jonathan Jackson – Illinois (1st District) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson issued the following statement on the second anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. […]

MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill, The Marshall “Major” Taylor Congressional Gold Medal Act
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Jonathan Jackson – Illinois (1st District) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL-01) and Jim Baird (R-IN-04) led 43 of their colleagues in reintroducing the bipartisan Marshall “Major” Taylor Congressional Gold Medal Act. This legislation would posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to […]

MIL-OSI USA: Cantwell, Red State Leaders Warn Entire Communities Will Suffer if Residents Lose Health Insurance Due to Medicaid Cuts
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Washington Maria Cantwell 06.29.25 Cantwell, Red State Leaders Warn Entire Communities Will Suffer if Residents Lose Health Insurance Due to Medicaid Cuts Misguided legislation would leave 16 million Americans without health insurance; Officials on the ground in MO, UT, and NC say fewer federal resources means more […]

MIL-OSI USA: Public Lands Sale Proposal Forced Out of GOP Budget Bill
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Washington Maria Cantwell 06.29.25 Public Lands Sale Proposal Forced Out of GOP Budget Bill After significant pressure from hunters, anglers, and outdoor rec community, Senator Lee reluctantly withdraws controversial proposal WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), a senior member of the Senate Committee on Energy and […]

MIL-OSI USA: SBA Opened Business Recovery Centers in Tennessee to Assist Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather
Source: United States Small Business Administration ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) opened Business Recovery Centers (BRCs) in Davidson and McNairy Counties to assist small businesses, private nonprofits and residents affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding occurring on April 2-24, 2025. SBA customer service representatives will be on hand at […]

Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI Australia: Arrests – Stealing with violence – Alice Springs
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The Northern Territory Police Force have arrested three men in relation to a stealing with violence incident that occurred in Alice Springs on Sunday morning. Around 10:15am, police received a report of unknown men trying to break into a commercial premises on Barrett Drive in Desert Springs. It […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Police investigating suspicious structure fire, Rossarden
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice Police investigating suspicious structure fire, Rossarden Sunday, 29 June 2025 – 4:05 pm. Police are investigating a suspicious structure fire at Rossarden overnight.Emergency services were called to the former Rossarden School House in Schell Street just before 1am after reports of a fire.Tasmania Fire Service contained the fire […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Crash and court a costly night for driver
Source: New Zealand Police It was pricey night for one dangerous driver who dented his pride and joy and landed himself in court. Police in Papakura observed a vehicle travelling at speed on Clevedon Road just before 11pm. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says officers signalled for the vehicle to stop. […]

MIL-OSI USA: McCaul, McGovern Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday as “A Day of Compassion”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs — introduced a resolution alongside Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) designating July 6th, 2025, as “A Day of Compassion” in honor of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Hong Kong: National Security Law analysis shows vast majority unjustly arrested
Source: Amnesty International   More than 80% of people convicted under Hong Kong’s National Security Law (NSL) have been wrongly criminalized and should never have been charged in the first place, according to new research by Amnesty International published on the fifth anniversary of the law being enacted.   The organization’s analysis of 255 individuals targeted under […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Bupa in Court for unconscionable conduct and misleading consumers about health insurance benefits entitlements
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development Scam warning: The ACCC is aware that scammers may call, email or text to falsely offer to help get compensation from various businesses. They may use this media release about compensation to convince people their contact is real. STOP – Don’t give money or personal information to anyone if you’re unsure. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Serious crash, Cambridge Road, Waipa district
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a crash that has blocked Cambridge Road in Waipa district. The crash involves a car and a truck, and was reported about 11.25am. One person is reported to be injured. Cambridge Road is closed between Storey Road and Cox Road and motorists should expect […]

MIL-OSI China: China, Vietnam hold border meeting on judicial cooperation
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NANNING, June 29 — Judicial administrative authorities from China and Vietnam held a border meeting from Saturday to Sunday in Nanning, capital of south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, to enhance cooperation. The meeting, the first of its kind, brought together nearly 150 participants from both […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Media advisory: RNZPC Auckland Campus
Source: New Zealand Police Media are advised that Police will hold a media stand-up for the opening of the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC) Auckland Campus. Location: RNZPC Auckland, Student Central Level 2, Massey University, East Precinct, Albany Expressway, North Shore. Time: 8:30am Date: Tuesday 1 July Who: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers, Minister of Police […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation under way, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Pūhoi to Warkworth Motorway going to 110km/h
Source: New Zealand Government A new 110km/h speed limit on the Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway will come into effect first thing tomorrow morning, Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced today. “Transport is a critical enabler for economic growth and productivity, and with over 20,000 vehicles travelling this motorway every day, the new higher speed will help ensure […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation underway, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Name Release, Wai-iti death
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the person who died in Wai-iti, Tasman, while clearing a fallen tree on Saturday. He was 67-year-old Peter Lines, of Wai-iti. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time. His death will be referred to the Coroner. ENDS Issued […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China, Vietnam Hold Border Meeting on Justice Cooperation
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 NANNING, June 29 (Xinhua) — Judicial and administrative organs of China and Vietnam held a border meeting from Saturday to Sunday in Nanning, capital of south China’s […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Cape Town hails cable theft sentence as “Jolt in the right direction”
Source: South Africa News Agency Cape Town hails cable theft sentence as “Jolt in the right direction” The City of Cape Town has lauded the recent sentencing of a convicted cable thief to 15 years behind bars, hailing it as a step in the right direction in the fight against rampant cable theft. The 55-year-old […]

MIL-OSI Africa: President El-Sisi Witnesses Swearing-in of New Presidents of Judicial Authorities
Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report: Download logo Today in Al-Alamain City, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi witnessed the swearing-in of Counselor Assem Abdel Latif El-Saeed Abdel Fattah as President of the Court of Cassation; Counselor Osama Youssef Shalaby Youssef as President of the Council of State; Counselor Hussein Madkour Mohamed Abdel Fattah […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Three killed, two wounded in gunman’s attack in northwest Pakistan
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 ISLAMABAD, June 29 (Xinhua) — Three people were killed and two others were injured when unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa […]

MIL-Evening Report: Clark warns in new Pacific book renewed nuclear tensions pose ‘existential threat to humanity’
Asia Pacific Report Former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has warned the country needs to maintain its nuclear-free policy as a “fundamental tenet” of its independent foreign policy in the face of gathering global storm clouds. Writing in a new book being published next week, she says “nuclear war is an existential threat to […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission holds technical meeting for the establishment of economic and social council in west Africa
Download logo The ECOWAS Commission, through the Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS), is holding a technical session to advance the course of the establishment of an Economic and Social Council of West Africa (ECOWAS-ECOSOC), beginning from the 26th of June 2025 in Niger state, Nigeria. The two-day meeting brings together officials from […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Chikunga calls for stronger partnerships to tackle GBVF
Source: South Africa News Agency Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has called for a “more deliberate partnership” between government and the Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Response Fund.  Delivering remarks during a recent meet and greet with the leadership of the GBVF Fund, held in Sandton, Gauteng, […]

Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Cities are heating up the planet – how they can do more to fight climate change
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anna Hurlimann, Associate Professor in Urban Planning, The University of Melbourne Quality Stock Arts/Shutterstock Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67–72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet. At the same time, cities are increasingly at risk […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Arrests – Stealing with violence – Alice Springs
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The Northern Territory Police Force have arrested three men in relation to a stealing with violence incident that occurred in Alice Springs on Sunday morning. Around 10:15am, police received a report of unknown men trying to break into a commercial premises on Barrett Drive in Desert Springs. It […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Police investigating suspicious structure fire, Rossarden
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice Police investigating suspicious structure fire, Rossarden Sunday, 29 June 2025 – 4:05 pm. Police are investigating a suspicious structure fire at Rossarden overnight.Emergency services were called to the former Rossarden School House in Schell Street just before 1am after reports of a fire.Tasmania Fire Service contained the fire […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Gaza: Deadly Israeli-US supply distribution scheme must be dismantled and siege lifted – MSF
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) 28 June, Gaza: The Israeli-US food distribution scheme in Gaza, launched one month ago, is degrading Palestinians by design, forcing them to choose between starvation or risking their lives for minimal supplies. With over 500 people killed and nearly 4,000 wounded while seeking food, this scheme is slaughter masquerading as […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Major milestone for Canberra’s first light rail bridge
Source: Australian National Party As part of ACT Government’s ‘One Government, One Voice’ program, we are transitioning this website across to our . You can access everything you need through this website while it’s happening. Skip to content Released 18/06/2025 Construction is set to begin on Canberra’s first light rail bridge, a major milestone in […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Bupa in Court for unconscionable conduct and misleading consumers about health insurance benefits entitlements
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development Scam warning: The ACCC is aware that scammers may call, email or text to falsely offer to help get compensation from various businesses. They may use this media release about compensation to convince people their contact is real. STOP – Don’t give money or personal information to anyone if you’re unsure. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tech Appointments – Tim Dacombe-Bird Appointed as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand
Source: Sling & Stone AUCKLAND, New Zealand, June 30 2025 — Google Cloud today announced the appointment of Tim Dacombe-Bird as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand. Based in Wellington, Tim will be responsible for spearheading Google Cloud’s local go-to-market strategy and working closely with partners and customers to help Kiwi businesses build an […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Horses lead the way in helping children heal from trauma
Source: 30 June 2025 A new Australian study is shining a spotlight on the healing power of horses, revealing that equine-assisted therapy could help address the growing mental health crisis among children. As childhood mental illness rates spiral, compounded by lengthy waiting times for counsellors and the limitations of many conventional treatments, some social workers […]

MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill, The Marshall “Major” Taylor Congressional Gold Medal Act
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Jonathan Jackson – Illinois (1st District) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL-01) and Jim Baird (R-IN-04) led 43 of their colleagues in reintroducing the bipartisan Marshall “Major” Taylor Congressional Gold Medal Act. This legislation would posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to […]

MIL-OSI Australia: AI chatbots could spread ‘fake news’ with serious health consequences
Source: 30 June 2025 Trust your doctor, not a chatbot. That’s the stark lesson from a world-first study that demonstrates why we shouldn’t be taking health advice generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Chatbots can easily be programmed to deliver false medical and health information, according to an international team of researchers who have exposed some […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Does your business pay contractors?
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin If your business pays contractors to deliver any of these services on your behalf, you may need to lodge a Taxable payments annual report (TPAR) online by 28 August: building and construction cleaning courier and road freight information technology (IT) security, investigation or surveillance. TPAR help us keep things […]

MIL-Evening Report: How to reform the NDIS and better support disabled people who don’t qualify for it
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Sam Bennett, Disability Program Director, Grattan Institute Australia is spending more than ever on disability services – and yet many people with disability still aren’t receiving the support they need. Since the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) began in 2013, it has transformed the lives of hundreds […]

MIL-Evening Report: Could we live with a nuclear-armed Iran? Reluctantly, yes
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Benjamin Zala, Senior Lecturer, Politics & International Relations, Monash University As the ceasefire between Israel and Iran seems to be holding for now, it is important to reflect on whether this whole episode was worth the risks. Wider escalation was (and remains) possible, and we do not […]

MIL-Evening Report: Mr Smith or Gary? Why some teachers ask students to call them by their first name
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nicole Brownlie, Lecturer in Education, University of Southern Queensland Johnny Greig/ Getty Images When you went to school, did you call your teacher Mrs, Ms or Mr, followed by their surname? Perhaps you even called them Sir or Miss. The tradition of addressing teachers in a formal […]

MIL-Evening Report: NZ cities are getting hotter: 5 things councils can do now to keep us cooler when summer comes
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Timothy Welch, Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau Getty Images Stand on any car park on a sunny day in February and the heat will radiate through your shoes. At 30°C air temperature, that asphalt hits 50–55°C – hot enough to cause […]

MIL-Evening Report: Murdoch’s News Corp has moved into the mortgage business. Where are the regulators?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Roberta Esbitt, Associate, RMIT University If you want to advertise a house online in Australia, you don’t have many options. Just two companies dominate the market. Australia’s largest property listings platform, realestate.com.au, belongs to digital media company REA Group, which is majority-owned by Rupert Murdoch’s US-based media […]

MIL-Evening Report: Clark warns in new Pacific book renewed nuclear tensions pose ‘existential threat to humanity’
Asia Pacific Report Former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has warned the country needs to maintain its nuclear-free policy as a “fundamental tenet” of its independent foreign policy in the face of gathering global storm clouds. Writing in a new book being published next week, she says “nuclear war is an existential threat to […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Fatal crash – Bulla
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a fatal crash that occurred approximately 5 kilometres east of Bulla this morning. Around 8:30am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a single vehicle rollover carrying two occupants on Victoria Highway. A 39-year-old female was allegedly thrown from […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Arrest – Domestic violence – Palmerston
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The NT Police Force have commenced investigations into a domestic violence incident that has left a female in a critical condition days after an alleged assault. Yesterday, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a seriously ill female at a residence in Palmerston. St John Ambulance […]

MIL-OSI China: Wimbledon could be best chance for 25th Grand Slam title: Djokovic
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Serbian legend Novak Djokovic agreed that Wimbledon could offer his best chance to claim a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title. While attending the pre-Championships press conference on Saturday, the 38-year-old was asked if he believed this year’s Wimbledon could be his best chance to win the […]

New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Crash and court a costly night for driver
Source: New Zealand Police It was pricey night for one dangerous driver who dented his pride and joy and landed himself in court. Police in Papakura observed a vehicle travelling at speed on Clevedon Road just before 11pm. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says officers signalled for the vehicle to stop. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Events – UNERASED Returns: Made in Palestine Exhibition Opens in Auckland
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Following the success of UNERASED: The Palestinian Experience, the Palestine Forum of New Zealand is proud to present the second edition of the exhibition series — UNERASED: Made in Palestine. Curated by acclaimed artists Emily Hartley-Skudder and Pinky Fang, with scent installation by Nathan Taare, this exhibition offers a […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health and Housing – Many rentals may still fall short as healthy homes deadline arrives
Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation As winter grips the country, many Kiwis will go to sleep tonight in rental homes that may still be putting their health at risk. From midnight tonight, all private residential landlords must ensure their properties fully comply with the Healthy Homes Standards – a legal requirement introduced in 2019 to make […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – Wai July launches: Tāne Māori encouraged to go alcohol-free this July
Source: Hapai Te Hauora Hāpai Te Hauora has launched Wai July, a new kaupapa calling on tāne Māori to go alcohol-free for the month of July. The challenge invites tāne to press pause on waipiro, reflect on how it shows up in their lives, and choose wai (water) instead, all while backing their bros and reclaiming […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Hong Kong: National Security Law analysis shows vast majority unjustly arrested
Source: Amnesty International   More than 80% of people convicted under Hong Kong’s National Security Law (NSL) have been wrongly criminalized and should never have been charged in the first place, according to new research by Amnesty International published on the fifth anniversary of the law being enacted.   The organization’s analysis of 255 individuals targeted under […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: STEAM education and sports key recipients in Canterbury funding
Source: Rata Foundation Rātā Foundation has announced $617,000 will go to community groups in Canterbury in its most recent funding round, focused on large and multi-year funding. Tagata Moana Trust, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the advancement of Pacific peoples living in Aotearoa, will receive $110,000. The organisation’s focus is on using Pacific arts, language and […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland News – Nominations for Northland Regional Council open 04 July
Source: Northland Regional Council People keen to stand for one of nine places on the Northland Regional Council at this year’s local body elections in October can get their nominations in from Friday 04 July. Dale Ofsoske, the council’s Electoral Officer, says nominations open on Friday 04 July and close at noon on Friday 01 August […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland Regional Council News – 30 June 2025
Source: Northland Regional Council NOMINATIONS FOR NRC OPEN 04 JULY People keen to stand for one of nine places on the Northland Regional Council at this year’s local body elections in October can get their nominations in from Friday 04 July until noon on Friday 01 August 2025. Anyone aged 18 and over can stand for […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tech Appointments – Tim Dacombe-Bird Appointed as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand
Source: Sling & Stone AUCKLAND, New Zealand, June 30 2025 — Google Cloud today announced the appointment of Tim Dacombe-Bird as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand. Based in Wellington, Tim will be responsible for spearheading Google Cloud’s local go-to-market strategy and working closely with partners and customers to help Kiwi businesses build an […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Serious crash, Cambridge Road, Waipa district
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a crash that has blocked Cambridge Road in Waipa district. The crash involves a car and a truck, and was reported about 11.25am. One person is reported to be injured. Cambridge Road is closed between Storey Road and Cox Road and motorists should expect […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rare slab hut refurbishment keeps traditional ways alive
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  30 June 2025 The historic Slaty Creek Hut, in the Grey Valley, was originally built as a winter project in 1952 by deer cullers. The hut was built with timber milled with hand tools using logs from the beech forest surrounding the site. It’s now used by recreational hunters, trampers […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Employment indicators: May 2025
Employment indicators: May 2025 – information release 30 June 2025 Employment indicators provide an early indication of changes in the labour market. Key factsChanges in the seasonally adjusted filled jobs for the May 2025 month (compared with the April 2025 month) were: all industries – up 0.1 percent (1,689 jobs) to 2.35 million filled jobs primary […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Media advisory: RNZPC Auckland Campus
Source: New Zealand Police Media are advised that Police will hold a media stand-up for the opening of the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC) Auckland Campus. Location: RNZPC Auckland, Student Central Level 2, Massey University, East Precinct, Albany Expressway, North Shore. Time: 8:30am Date: Tuesday 1 July Who: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers, Minister of Police […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: DOC’s Jobs for Nature legacy
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  30 June 2025 Sia says, “Jobs for Nature projects have had a positive impact on the environment, restoring over 6000 ha of wetland, which has improved wildlife habitat, water quality and flood control capability, and have worked toward restoring six priority waterways, such as the Rangitata and Whanganui Rivers, among […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: The awkward places NZers admit to using their devices – and why scammers love it
Source: BNZ Statements From the bathroom to the boardroom, New Zealanders are responding to notifications and messages in some pretty awkward places – and it reveals just how distracted and hurried we’ve become, a new survey from BNZ shows. The nationwide study found that most New Zealanders have responded to an email, text or notification […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation under way, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Corporate publications
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 30 June 2025Last updated 30 June 2025 Print Share We produce a range of publications, resources and reports for the tertiary sector to keep you abreast of important issues.We produce a range of publications, resources and reports for the tertiary sector to keep you abreast of important issues. MIL […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Pūhoi to Warkworth Motorway going to 110km/h
Source: New Zealand Government A new 110km/h speed limit on the Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway will come into effect first thing tomorrow morning, Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced today. “Transport is a critical enabler for economic growth and productivity, and with over 20,000 vehicles travelling this motorway every day, the new higher speed will help ensure […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Log trailer lifting failure lead to important safety changes on and off ports
Source: Maritime New Zealand Incidents where log trailers fell while being lifted, seriously endangering workers, have led to important safety changes on ports and at other sites where log trailers are lifted onto trucks. The Port Health and Safety Leadership Group identified working with suspended loads as one of the key risks on ports in […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation underway, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]

Baltic News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Presale Surges Past $5M as Phase 9 Begins, Offering Early Investors a 150% Upside Before July Launch
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S), the next-generation blockchain platform focused on scalability and real-world utility, has crossed a major milestone in its ongoing presale—raising over $5 million as it enters Phase 9. With the token price now at $9 and a public launch target of $20, […]

Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI Russia: V. Zelensky signed a decree on Ukraine’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel mines
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 KYIV, June 29 (Xinhua) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree on Sunday that puts into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s video message at the 32nd Annual Plenary Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Source: United Nations secretary general Download the video:https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/downloads2.unmultimedia.org/public/video/evergreen/MSG+SG+/SG+5+May+25/3374156_MSG+SG+OSCE+PARLIAMENTARY+PORTO+05+MAY+25.mp4 Dear Parliamentarians, It is a privilege to address this OSCE Parliamentary Assembly as you meet in the beautiful city of Porto.  You gather as our world faces great and grave challenges – from raging conflicts, to rising inequalities, to the out-of-control climate crisis. Trust is breaking down.  […]

MIL-Evening Report: Clark warns in new Pacific book renewed nuclear tensions pose ‘existential threat to humanity’
Asia Pacific Report Former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has warned the country needs to maintain its nuclear-free policy as a “fundamental tenet” of its independent foreign policy in the face of gathering global storm clouds. Writing in a new book being published next week, she says “nuclear war is an existential threat to […]

MIL-Evening Report: A return to Nature.
Headline: A return to Nature. – 36th Parallel Assessments Thomas Hobbes wrote his seminal work Leviathan in 1651. In it he describes the world system as it was then as being in “a state of nature,” something that some have interpreted as anarchy. However, anarchy has order and purpose. It is not chaos. In fact, […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Deputy Secretary-General’s remarks at the Graduation Ceremony of the Paris School of International Affairs, Sciences Po
Source: United Nations secretary general Dean Gonzalez, distinguished faculty members, ladies and gentlemen,   Most importantly, graduates,  Let me begin with the most important word of all: congratulations!  You now join a long line of Sciences Po alumni who have shaped our world – including some of whom are doing it every day at the United Nations […]

Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Business – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Gaza: Deadly Israeli-US supply distribution scheme must be dismantled and siege lifted – MSF
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) 28 June, Gaza: The Israeli-US food distribution scheme in Gaza, launched one month ago, is degrading Palestinians by design, forcing them to choose between starvation or risking their lives for minimal supplies. With over 500 people killed and nearly 4,000 wounded while seeking food, this scheme is slaughter masquerading as […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Events – UNERASED Returns: Made in Palestine Exhibition Opens in Auckland
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Following the success of UNERASED: The Palestinian Experience, the Palestine Forum of New Zealand is proud to present the second edition of the exhibition series — UNERASED: Made in Palestine. Curated by acclaimed artists Emily Hartley-Skudder and Pinky Fang, with scent installation by Nathan Taare, this exhibition offers a […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Hamas denies setting conditions for Gaza ceasefire
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 GAZA, June 29 (Xinhua) — Palestinian Hamas movement on Sunday denied reports that it had set conditions for a ceasefire deal in the Gaza Strip. In its […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Ottawa–Gatineau street closures during Canada Day celebrations
Source: Government of Canada News GATINEAU – Canadian Heritage would like to inform residents and visitors that access to streets in the downtown cores of Ottawa and Gatineau will be restricted during Canada Day celebrations on July 1, 2025. Only those displaying an official Canada Day access pass, hotel guests (with proof of reservation), residents […]

Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza as Trump calls for war to end
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Israeli military ordered Palestinians to evacuate areas in northern Gaza on Sunday before intensified fighting against Hamas, as U.S. President Donald Trump called for an end to the war amid renewed efforts to broker a ceasefire. “Make the deal in Gaza, get the hostages back,” […]

MIL-OSI Russia: 45 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
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 GAZA, June 29 (Xinhua) — At least 45 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip on Saturday, Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Palestinian Civil […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘Bridge for peace – not more bombs,’ say CNMI Gaza protesters
By Bryan Manabat in Saipan Advocacy groups in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) disrupted the US Department of Defense’s public meeting this week, which tackled proposed military training plans on Tinian, voicing strong opposition to further militarisation in the Marianas. Members of the Marianas for Palestine, Prutehi Guahan and Commonwealth670 burst into […]

MIL-Evening Report: Why manufacturing consent for war with Iran failed this time
COMMENTARY: By Ahmad Ibsais On June 22, American warplanes crossed into Iranian airspace and dropped 14 massive bombs. The attack was not in response to a provocation; it came on the heels of illegal Israeli aggression that took the lives of more than 600 Iranians. This was a return to something familiar and well-practised: an […]

Trump slams Israel’s prosecutors over Netanyahu corruption trial
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) President Donald Trump on Saturday lashed out at prosecutors in Israel over the corruption trial that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has faced, saying Washington, having given billions of dollars worth of aid to Israel, was not going to “stand for this”. Netanyahu was indicted in […]

MIL-Evening Report: A return to Nature.
Headline: A return to Nature. – 36th Parallel Assessments Thomas Hobbes wrote his seminal work Leviathan in 1651. In it he describes the world system as it was then as being in “a state of nature,” something that some have interpreted as anarchy. However, anarchy has order and purpose. It is not chaos. In fact, […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Deputy Secretary-General’s remarks at the Graduation Ceremony of the Paris School of International Affairs, Sciences Po
Source: United Nations secretary general Dean Gonzalez, distinguished faculty members, ladies and gentlemen,   Most importantly, graduates,  Let me begin with the most important word of all: congratulations!  You now join a long line of Sciences Po alumni who have shaped our world – including some of whom are doing it every day at the United Nations […]

Technology – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 29, 2025
Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 29, 2025

Israel News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Gaza: Deadly Israeli-US supply distribution scheme must be dismantled and siege lifted – MSF
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) 28 June, Gaza: The Israeli-US food distribution scheme in Gaza, launched one month ago, is degrading Palestinians by design, forcing them to choose between starvation or risking their lives for minimal supplies. With over 500 people killed and nearly 4,000 wounded while seeking food, this scheme is slaughter masquerading as […]

MIL-OSI USA: McCaul Statement on U.S. Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs — released the following statement on the United States’ successful strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. “The United States government has long maintained that Iran must […]

MIL-Evening Report: Could we live with a nuclear-armed Iran? Reluctantly, yes
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Benjamin Zala, Senior Lecturer, Politics & International Relations, Monash University As the ceasefire between Israel and Iran seems to be holding for now, it is important to reflect on whether this whole episode was worth the risks. Wider escalation was (and remains) possible, and we do not […]

MIL-OSI Russia: At least 71 killed in Israeli strike on Tehran prison: judiciary official
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 TEHRAN, June 29 (Xinhua) — At least 71 people were killed in an Israeli strike on Evin prison in the Iranian capital Tehran last week, Iranian judiciary […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Hamas denies setting conditions for Gaza ceasefire
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 GAZA, June 29 (Xinhua) — Palestinian Hamas movement on Sunday denied reports that it had set conditions for a ceasefire deal in the Gaza Strip. In its […]

MIL-OSI USA: LEADER JEFFRIES ON ABC: “THIS COUNTRY IS FAR TOO EXPENSIVE”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York) Brooklyn, NY – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on ABC’s This Week where he emphasized that while Donald Trump promised to lower costs on day one, he is instead crashing the economy and marching us toward a recession.  JON […]

MIL-OSI Video: Syria, Lebanon, Israel – Presser by Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements) Upon his return from the Middle East, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix, today (27 Jun) told journalists in New York that Lebanese Armed Forces “have continued to strengthen their presence South of the Litani River,” with the support of the United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon (UNIFIL), while in […]

MIL-OSI Russia: D. Trump criticized Israeli prosecutors in connection with the investigation of B. Netanyahu
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 WASHINGTON, June 29 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday lashed out at Israeli prosecutors over the corruption trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. “The […]

Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza as Trump calls for war to end
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Israeli military ordered Palestinians to evacuate areas in northern Gaza on Sunday before intensified fighting against Hamas, as U.S. President Donald Trump called for an end to the war amid renewed efforts to broker a ceasefire. “Make the deal in Gaza, get the hostages back,” […]

Iran says 71 killed in Israeli strike on Evin Prison
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Israel’s attack on the Evin Prison in Iran’s capital Tehran on June 23 killed 71 people, Iranian judiciary spokesperson Asghar Jahangir said on Sunday. At the end of an air war with Iran, Israel struck Tehran’s most notorious jail for political prisoners, in a demonstration that […]

MIL-OSI Russia: 45 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
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 GAZA, June 29 (Xinhua) — At least 45 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip on Saturday, Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Palestinian Civil […]

MIL-Evening Report: Why manufacturing consent for war with Iran failed this time
COMMENTARY: By Ahmad Ibsais On June 22, American warplanes crossed into Iranian airspace and dropped 14 massive bombs. The attack was not in response to a provocation; it came on the heels of illegal Israeli aggression that took the lives of more than 600 Iranians. This was a return to something familiar and well-practised: an […]

Trump slams Israel’s prosecutors over Netanyahu corruption trial
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) President Donald Trump on Saturday lashed out at prosecutors in Israel over the corruption trial that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has faced, saying Washington, having given billions of dollars worth of aid to Israel, was not going to “stand for this”. Netanyahu was indicted in […]

Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Clark warns in new Pacific book renewed nuclear tensions pose ‘existential threat to humanity’
Asia Pacific Report Former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has warned the country needs to maintain its nuclear-free policy as a “fundamental tenet” of its independent foreign policy in the face of gathering global storm clouds. Writing in a new book being published next week, she says “nuclear war is an existential threat to […]

MIL-Evening Report: Why manufacturing consent for war with Iran failed this time
COMMENTARY: By Ahmad Ibsais On June 22, American warplanes crossed into Iranian airspace and dropped 14 massive bombs. The attack was not in response to a provocation; it came on the heels of illegal Israeli aggression that took the lives of more than 600 Iranians. This was a return to something familiar and well-practised: an […]

University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Cities are heating up the planet – how they can do more to fight climate change
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anna Hurlimann, Associate Professor in Urban Planning, The University of Melbourne Quality Stock Arts/Shutterstock Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67–72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet. At the same time, cities are increasingly at risk […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Media advisory: RNZPC Auckland Campus
Source: New Zealand Police Media are advised that Police will hold a media stand-up for the opening of the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC) Auckland Campus. Location: RNZPC Auckland, Student Central Level 2, Massey University, East Precinct, Albany Expressway, North Shore. Time: 8:30am Date: Tuesday 1 July Who: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers, Minister of Police […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Horses lead the way in helping children heal from trauma
Source: 30 June 2025 A new Australian study is shining a spotlight on the healing power of horses, revealing that equine-assisted therapy could help address the growing mental health crisis among children. As childhood mental illness rates spiral, compounded by lengthy waiting times for counsellors and the limitations of many conventional treatments, some social workers […]

MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson on the Second Anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Decision in Students for Fair Admissions
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Jonathan Jackson – Illinois (1st District) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson issued the following statement on the second anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. […]

MIL-OSI Australia: AI chatbots could spread ‘fake news’ with serious health consequences
Source: 30 June 2025 Trust your doctor, not a chatbot. That’s the stark lesson from a world-first study that demonstrates why we shouldn’t be taking health advice generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Chatbots can easily be programmed to deliver false medical and health information, according to an international team of researchers who have exposed some […]

MIL-Evening Report: Scientists look to black holes to know exactly where we are in the Universe. But phones and wifi are blocking the view
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Lucia McCallum, Senior Scientist in Geodesy, University of Tasmania ESA / Hubble / L. Calçada (ESO), CC BY The scientists who precisely measure the position of Earth are in a bit of trouble. Their measurements are essential for the satellites we use for navigation, communication and Earth […]

MIL-Evening Report: Could we live with a nuclear-armed Iran? Reluctantly, yes
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Benjamin Zala, Senior Lecturer, Politics & International Relations, Monash University As the ceasefire between Israel and Iran seems to be holding for now, it is important to reflect on whether this whole episode was worth the risks. Wider escalation was (and remains) possible, and we do not […]

MIL-Evening Report: Mr Smith or Gary? Why some teachers ask students to call them by their first name
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nicole Brownlie, Lecturer in Education, University of Southern Queensland Johnny Greig/ Getty Images When you went to school, did you call your teacher Mrs, Ms or Mr, followed by their surname? Perhaps you even called them Sir or Miss. The tradition of addressing teachers in a formal […]

MIL-Evening Report: NZ cities are getting hotter: 5 things councils can do now to keep us cooler when summer comes
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Timothy Welch, Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau Getty Images Stand on any car park on a sunny day in February and the heat will radiate through your shoes. At 30°C air temperature, that asphalt hits 50–55°C – hot enough to cause […]

MIL-Evening Report: Murdoch’s News Corp has moved into the mortgage business. Where are the regulators?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Roberta Esbitt, Associate, RMIT University If you want to advertise a house online in Australia, you don’t have many options. Just two companies dominate the market. Australia’s largest property listings platform, realestate.com.au, belongs to digital media company REA Group, which is majority-owned by Rupert Murdoch’s US-based media […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Gen Z is struggling to find work: 4 strategies to move forward
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Leda Stawnychko, Associate Professor of Strategy and Organizational Theory, Mount Royal University As the school year comes to a close, young Canadians entering the job market are facing one of the toughest hiring seasons in years. Despite their drive to build careers and connections, many Gen Z are […]

MIL-OSI Global: Survey: Only four per cent of Canadians give schools an ‘A’ on climate education – students deserve better
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Karen S. Acton, Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership and Policy, OISE, University of Toronto Only nine per cent of Canadian students learn about climate change often in school, while 42 per cent say it’s rarely or never discussed in the classroom. These are some of the concerning findings from […]

MIL-OSI Global: Gen Z is struggling to find work: 4 stategies to move forward
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Leda Stawnychko, Assistant Professor of Strategy and Organizational Theory, Mount Royal University As the school year comes to a close, young Canadians entering the job market are facing one of the toughest hiring seasons in years. Despite their drive to build careers and connections, many Gen Z are […]

MIL-OSI Global: Plankton can investigate crime, affect the climate and influence science
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Beatrix Beisner, Professor, Aquatic ecology; Groupe de recherche interuniversitaire en limnologie (GRIL), Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) Plankton have inspired and influenced art, science and architecture. (Shutterstock) Not much attention is paid to plankton because these creatures are usually hidden from sight. They are mostly microscopic in […]

MIL-OSI Global: Why centuries-old astrology and tarot cards still appeal to us
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Hanna Tervanotko, Associate professor, Religious Studies, McMaster University The Sola Busca tarot deck from Italy, circa 15th century. (Artist unknown), CC BY More than 30 per cent of Americans believe in some sort of esoteric knowledge and regularly consult astrology, tarot readers or fortune tellers, according to a […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Secretary of State Sarai concludes visit to Ghana and announces support and training for Ghanaian youth
Source: Government of Canada News (2) June 29, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada Canada and Ghana’s strong relationship is rooted in shared values — peace, democracy, and inclusive growth. These values guide Canada’s longstanding development partnership with Ghana, which focuses on building a more equal, healthy, and prosperous future for all. The […]

MIL-Evening Report: Clark warns in new Pacific book renewed nuclear tensions pose ‘existential threat to humanity’
Asia Pacific Report Former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has warned the country needs to maintain its nuclear-free policy as a “fundamental tenet” of its independent foreign policy in the face of gathering global storm clouds. Writing in a new book being published next week, she says “nuclear war is an existential threat to […]

MIL-OSI China: S. Korean president names ministers, secretaries
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, who took office on June 4, named six ministers and two senior secretaries, the presidential office said Sunday. Koo Yun-cheol, former vice finance minister, was selected to lead the Ministry of Economy and Finance and double as deputy prime minister for […]

MIL-OSI China: Mainland expert debunks Lai’s ‘our elements’ argument for Taiwan’s so-called statehood
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A Chinese mainland scholar has criticized Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te for his recent claim that “Taiwan is a country,” calling it a misguided distortion of the “four elements” theory of statehood. Lai’s argument violated legal principles, history, and the facts surrounding cross-Strait relations, Wang Yingjin, director […]

Amit Shah inaugurates projects worth Rs 125 crore at Shri Govind Guru University in Godhra
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday addressed the inauguration and foundation stone laying ceremony of several development projects at Shri Govind Guru University in Vinzol, Godhra, Gujarat via video message. Projects worth ₹125 crore, including a modern sports complex, were either inaugurated or launched at […]

Analysis: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Cities are heating up the planet – how they can do more to fight climate change
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anna Hurlimann, Associate Professor in Urban Planning, The University of Melbourne Quality Stock Arts/Shutterstock Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67–72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet. At the same time, cities are increasingly at risk […]

MIL-Evening Report: Tahiti prepares for its first Matari’i public holiday
RNZ Te Manu Korihi Tahiti will mark Matari’i as a national public holiday for the first time in November, following in the footsteps of Matariki in Aotearoa New Zealand. Matari’i refers to the same star cluster as Matariki. And for Tahitians, November 20 will mark the start of Matari’i i ni’a — the “season of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Scientists look to black holes to know exactly where we are in the Universe. But phones and wifi are blocking the view
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Lucia McCallum, Senior Scientist in Geodesy, University of Tasmania ESA / Hubble / L. Calçada (ESO), CC BY The scientists who precisely measure the position of Earth are in a bit of trouble. Their measurements are essential for the satellites we use for navigation, communication and Earth […]

MIL-Evening Report: Could we live with a nuclear-armed Iran? Reluctantly, yes
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Benjamin Zala, Senior Lecturer, Politics & International Relations, Monash University As the ceasefire between Israel and Iran seems to be holding for now, it is important to reflect on whether this whole episode was worth the risks. Wider escalation was (and remains) possible, and we do not […]

MIL-Evening Report: How to reform the NDIS and better support disabled people who don’t qualify for it
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Sam Bennett, Disability Program Director, Grattan Institute Australia is spending more than ever on disability services – and yet many people with disability still aren’t receiving the support they need. Since the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) began in 2013, it has transformed the lives of hundreds […]

MIL-Evening Report: Mr Smith or Gary? Why some teachers ask students to call them by their first name
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nicole Brownlie, Lecturer in Education, University of Southern Queensland Johnny Greig/ Getty Images When you went to school, did you call your teacher Mrs, Ms or Mr, followed by their surname? Perhaps you even called them Sir or Miss. The tradition of addressing teachers in a formal […]

MIL-Evening Report: NZ cities are getting hotter: 5 things councils can do now to keep us cooler when summer comes
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Timothy Welch, Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau Getty Images Stand on any car park on a sunny day in February and the heat will radiate through your shoes. At 30°C air temperature, that asphalt hits 50–55°C – hot enough to cause […]

MIL-Evening Report: Murdoch’s News Corp has moved into the mortgage business. Where are the regulators?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Roberta Esbitt, Associate, RMIT University If you want to advertise a house online in Australia, you don’t have many options. Just two companies dominate the market. Australia’s largest property listings platform, realestate.com.au, belongs to digital media company REA Group, which is majority-owned by Rupert Murdoch’s US-based media […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Gen Z is struggling to find work: 4 strategies to move forward
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Leda Stawnychko, Associate Professor of Strategy and Organizational Theory, Mount Royal University As the school year comes to a close, young Canadians entering the job market are facing one of the toughest hiring seasons in years. Despite their drive to build careers and connections, many Gen Z are […]

MIL-OSI Global: Survey: Only four per cent of Canadians give schools an ‘A’ on climate education – students deserve better
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Karen S. Acton, Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership and Policy, OISE, University of Toronto Only nine per cent of Canadian students learn about climate change often in school, while 42 per cent say it’s rarely or never discussed in the classroom. These are some of the concerning findings from […]

MIL-OSI Global: Gen Z is struggling to find work: 4 stategies to move forward
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Leda Stawnychko, Assistant Professor of Strategy and Organizational Theory, Mount Royal University As the school year comes to a close, young Canadians entering the job market are facing one of the toughest hiring seasons in years. Despite their drive to build careers and connections, many Gen Z are […]

MIL-OSI Global: Plankton can investigate crime, affect the climate and influence science
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Beatrix Beisner, Professor, Aquatic ecology; Groupe de recherche interuniversitaire en limnologie (GRIL), Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) Plankton have inspired and influenced art, science and architecture. (Shutterstock) Not much attention is paid to plankton because these creatures are usually hidden from sight. They are mostly microscopic in […]

MIL-OSI Global: Why centuries-old astrology and tarot cards still appeal to us
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Hanna Tervanotko, Associate professor, Religious Studies, McMaster University The Sola Busca tarot deck from Italy, circa 15th century. (Artist unknown), CC BY More than 30 per cent of Americans believe in some sort of esoteric knowledge and regularly consult astrology, tarot readers or fortune tellers, according to a […]

MIL-Evening Report: Clark warns in new Pacific book renewed nuclear tensions pose ‘existential threat to humanity’
Asia Pacific Report Former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has warned the country needs to maintain its nuclear-free policy as a “fundamental tenet” of its independent foreign policy in the face of gathering global storm clouds. Writing in a new book being published next week, she says “nuclear war is an existential threat to […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘Bridge for peace – not more bombs,’ say CNMI Gaza protesters
By Bryan Manabat in Saipan Advocacy groups in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) disrupted the US Department of Defense’s public meeting this week, which tackled proposed military training plans on Tinian, voicing strong opposition to further militarisation in the Marianas. Members of the Marianas for Palestine, Prutehi Guahan and Commonwealth670 burst into […]

MIL-Evening Report: Why manufacturing consent for war with Iran failed this time
COMMENTARY: By Ahmad Ibsais On June 22, American warplanes crossed into Iranian airspace and dropped 14 massive bombs. The attack was not in response to a provocation; it came on the heels of illegal Israeli aggression that took the lives of more than 600 Iranians. This was a return to something familiar and well-practised: an […]

MIL-Evening Report: A return to Nature.
Headline: A return to Nature. – 36th Parallel Assessments Thomas Hobbes wrote his seminal work Leviathan in 1651. In it he describes the world system as it was then as being in “a state of nature,” something that some have interpreted as anarchy. However, anarchy has order and purpose. It is not chaos. In fact, […]

MIL-Evening Report: ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for June 29, 2025
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on June 29, 2025. Do all Iranians hate the regime? Hate America? Life inside the country is more complex than thatSource: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Simon Theobald, Postdoctoral researcher, Institute for Ethics and Society, University of Notre Dame Australia From […]

MIL-Evening Report: Do all Iranians hate the regime? Hate America? Life inside the country is more complex than that
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Simon Theobald, Postdoctoral researcher, Institute for Ethics and Society, University of Notre Dame Australia From 2015 to 2018, I spent 15 months doing research work in Mashhad, Iran’s second-largest city. As an anthropologist, I was interested in everyday life in Iran outside the capital Tehran. I was […]

Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 30, 2025

MIL-OSI USA: McCaul Discusses Importance of USAGM’s Work in Iran with Kari Lake at House Foreign Affairs Committee Hearing
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas) WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs — discussed the importance of the U.S. Agency for Global Media’s work in Iran with Senior Advisor for USAGM Kari Lake. Click to watch Full exchange below: […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Showcases AI Home Appliance Innovations at DA Global Tech Seminars Across Five Regions
Source: Samsung From March to June, Samsung Electronics hosted Digital Appliances (DA) Global Tech Seminars across five regions — the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia and Southwest Asia — to showcase its latest innovations to audiences around the world. The seminars welcomed about 240 media representatives and tech influencers from 40 countries to […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tech Appointments – Tim Dacombe-Bird Appointed as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand
Source: Sling & Stone AUCKLAND, New Zealand, June 30 2025 — Google Cloud today announced the appointment of Tim Dacombe-Bird as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand. Based in Wellington, Tim will be responsible for spearheading Google Cloud’s local go-to-market strategy and working closely with partners and customers to help Kiwi businesses build an […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Upgrading national grid to power AI future to be tackled at AI Energy Council
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Upgrading national grid to power AI future to be tackled at AI Energy Council The Technology and Energy Secretaries will chair the second meeting of the AI Energy Council today. AI Energy Council helping to power new AI breakthroughs. Second meeting to focus on bringing […]

MIL-OSI Australia: AI chatbots could spread ‘fake news’ with serious health consequences
Source: 30 June 2025 Trust your doctor, not a chatbot. That’s the stark lesson from a world-first study that demonstrates why we shouldn’t be taking health advice generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Chatbots can easily be programmed to deliver false medical and health information, according to an international team of researchers who have exposed some […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: The awkward places NZers admit to using their devices – and why scammers love it
Source: BNZ Statements From the bathroom to the boardroom, New Zealanders are responding to notifications and messages in some pretty awkward places – and it reveals just how distracted and hurried we’ve become, a new survey from BNZ shows. The nationwide study found that most New Zealanders have responded to an email, text or notification […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Does your business pay contractors?
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin If your business pays contractors to deliver any of these services on your behalf, you may need to lodge a Taxable payments annual report (TPAR) online by 28 August: building and construction cleaning courier and road freight information technology (IT) security, investigation or surveillance. TPAR help us keep things […]

MIL-OSI: Ripple Ends SEC Lawsuit—SunnyMining Cloud Mining Launches XRP Daily Cryptocurrency Earnings
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ripple reached a landmark settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), XRP market sentiment quickly heated up, and the market’s attention to XRP and its revenue products continued to rise. Cloud mining platform SunnyMining has launched an XRP contract revenue plan […]

MIL-OSI: Will XRP Hit $5? PFMCrypto Expands XRP Mining Contracts to Meet Surging Investment Demand
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Farington, England, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — XRP Builds Strong Momentum as $5 Price Target Comes Into Focus. PFMCrypto’s New XRP Mining Contracts Offer Investors a Unique Opportunity for Daily Passive Income and Long-Term Asset Growth.After nearly four years of legal proceedings, Ripple has officially ended its long-standing dispute with the […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese company unveils intelligent laser weeding robot
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 WUHAN, June 29 (Xinhua) — A Chinese company has launched an intelligent laser weeding robot that works 24 hours a day, which it says may be the […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Gen Z is struggling to find work: 4 strategies to move forward
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Leda Stawnychko, Associate Professor of Strategy and Organizational Theory, Mount Royal University As the school year comes to a close, young Canadians entering the job market are facing one of the toughest hiring seasons in years. Despite their drive to build careers and connections, many Gen Z are […]

MIL-OSI Global: Gen Z is struggling to find work: 4 stategies to move forward
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Leda Stawnychko, Assistant Professor of Strategy and Organizational Theory, Mount Royal University As the school year comes to a close, young Canadians entering the job market are facing one of the toughest hiring seasons in years. Despite their drive to build careers and connections, many Gen Z are […]

MIL-OSI: UK-certified ALL4 Mining launches the best free cloud mining for BTC, DOGE, XRP and other popular currency enthusiasts
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) London, UK, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Traditionally, cryptocurrency mining requires significant capital investment, complex technical setup, and high energy consumption. However, ALL4 Mining is changing the industry by providing a convenient, cost-effective cloud mining solution for enthusiasts of tokens such as Bitcoin (BTC), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Ripple (XRP). As a […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Chikunga unveils strategic roadmap to drive gender equality
Source: South Africa News Agency Chikunga unveils strategic roadmap to drive gender equality Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has laid out a firm and focused roadmap for the department, telling Parliament that the Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan being tabled is not “a wishlist” but a […]

MIL-OSI Video: Top Technologies 2025 & Data Centres in Space | WEF | Top Stories Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 Top technologies to watch in 2025 – From digital trust to clean energy, 2025 is seeing breakthrough innovations with wide-ranging impact. Here are five of the most promising technologies this year. 2:50 How to close the gender gap in tech […]

MIL-Evening Report: Clark warns in new Pacific book renewed nuclear tensions pose ‘existential threat to humanity’
Asia Pacific Report Former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark has warned the country needs to maintain its nuclear-free policy as a “fundamental tenet” of its independent foreign policy in the face of gathering global storm clouds. Writing in a new book being published next week, she says “nuclear war is an existential threat to […]

MIL-OSI: Earn Millions of Cryptocurrency with Ease and Stability – BTC Miner Helps You Overcome XRP Market Volatility
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Earn Millions of Cryptocurrency with Ease and Stability – BTC Miner Helps You Overcome XRP Market Volatility With XRP (Ripple) facing significant volatility due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and legal uncertainties, many investors are turning to more stable investment solutions. BTC Miner, an […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Sustaining trust and stability
Source: Bank for International Settlements Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for joining us at this pivotal moment for the global economy. As we gather here today, we find ourselves at a crossroads – one shaped by challenges that are both immediate and structural. At the same time, we also have opportunities to reshape […]

MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Presale Surges Past $5M as Phase 9 Begins, Offering Early Investors a 150% Upside Before July Launch
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S), the next-generation blockchain platform focused on scalability and real-world utility, has crossed a major milestone in its ongoing presale—raising over $5 million as it enters Phase 9. With the token price now at $9 and a public launch target of $20, […]

MIL-OSI: PFM Crypto Allocates $1M Reward Pool for New AI-Driven 1-Day Mining Contracts
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) LOS ANGELES, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PFM Crypto, the world’s leading crypto asset management platform, has officially launched its innovative “1-Day Contract,” providing new users with a flexible, low-risk way to experience the platform’s capabilities. This product debut coincides with a major promotional campaign featuring over $1 million in giveaways, […]