Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District of California)
“Trump is demonstrating the height of his racism as he works to remove 500,000 legal immigrants from this country.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Committee on Financial Services, released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court granting the Trump Administration’s request to revoke humanitarian parole from more than 500,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, and order them out of the Country.
“Donald Trump is demonstrating the height of his racism as he works to remove 500,000 legal immigrants from this country. These are individuals who followed the legal process to apply for and receive humanitarian parole, which allows migrants from countries facing instability, including Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, to enter the United States and live and work here legally, in this case for two years, provided they have a private sponsor. These people followed that process, entered the United States legally, and became law-abiding and contributing members of their communities. It is downright cruel for Donald Trump to interfere with that process, take away their parole status with virtually no warning, uproot them from their families, sponsors, and communities, and deport them to situations that are still unstable.
“I am appalled that the Supreme Court is allowing Trump to proceed with these racist deportation plans targeting law-abiding, legal immigrants who are working, raising families, and contributing in a positive way to their communities. I commend Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor for their dissent against this terrible decision.
“Meanwhile, Trump lied to the American people and the world when he perpetuated a false narrative about white South Africans being subjected to genocide, and then used these lies to justify bringing white South Africans into the United States as refugees, while attempting to deport thousands of legal immigrants who are not white but who truly are refugees. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, the United States intelligence community, and the international community have all confirmed that Trump lied about South Africa.
“Co-President Elon Musk spread these outrageous lies. Elon Musk is the same man whose family worked hard to maintain the racist apartheid system in South Africa for decades and who himself repeatedly gestured the Afrikaner salute (associated with white supremacist groups like South Africa’s neo-Nazi political party Afrikaner Weerstandsbeweging).
“But this isn’t new for Trump. Throughout his campaign and even after his election, Trump held rallies that featured racist and disparaging comments and outright lies about immigrants, especially Haitians, in an attempt to stoke fear amongst the American people. Trump’s baseless attacks caused irreparable harm to communities across our nation and further tarnished America’s image around the world.”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District of California)
My heart goes out to Cathy, Caitlin, and the entire family of Representative Gerry Connolly at this difficult time. With a true heart for the people, he fiercely advocated for the working class, particularly for federal employees and civil servants. Gerry started his career as a Senate Foreign Relations Committee staffer, where he helped advance the annual US foreign aid authorization. He later joined the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and transformed the Northern Virginia region into the vibrant technology hub it is today. While in Congress, I’ve worked alongside Gerry and valued his leadership as the top-ranking Democrat on what is now the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. His efforts to modernize the federal IT infrastructure, preserve collective bargaining rights, and combat abuse of power earned him the respect of his peers and of the nation. He had a brilliant mind and fought tirelessly for all the disadvantaged, both domestically and abroad. He will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to the American people and his dedication to public service. My heartfelt condolences go to Representative Gerry Connolly’s family and all who cherished him.
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District of California)
On May 30, 2025,Congresswoman Maxine Watersdelivered the commencement speech to the graduating class at the Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center. The Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center is an accredited school within the Los Angeles Unified School District that offers quality educational programs to a diverse student population. Its mission is to educate and prepare adult learners for academic excellence and career success. This year alone, the school has helped over 11,000 students. This is the largest enrollment ever at the school and the largest enrollment of any school in the Los Angeles Unified School District Division of Adult and Career Education.
“I am extremely proud of each and every one of the students graduating who had the drive to better their lives and improve their community”, said Congresswoman Waters. “Your graduation is a testament to your strength, your character, and your ability to believe in yourselves and never give up on your dreams. Whatever you do, know that your families, our community, and our entire nation are depending on you. I want you all to go through life with your heads held high, understanding that you can achieve any goal you set for yourselves. I know you are already inspired. You can and you will Achieve the Impossible! Congratulations to the class of 2025!”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District of California)
Congresswoman Maxine Waters delivered a powerful speech to a packed crowd at KJLH’s 25th Annual Women’s Health Expo. The KJLH Women’s Health Expo is one of the largest health events for women in the state. This year’s theme – The Silver Lining: 25 Years of Building Generational Health – honors the legacy and impact of the event, as well as the dedication to advancing the health and empowerment of women and families across Southern California. Under Stevie Wonder’s leadership, this annual event continues to grow and features hundreds of exhibitors showcasing health, wellness, beauty, fitness, and lifestyle resources, tailored to women and families.
The Congresswoman released the following statement:
“Each year since the expo was founded, I am so pleased to join KLJH in advancing the health and wellness of women and families. The founders of this Expo knew that women wanted information about their health and needed better connections with health care providers, so that they could take control of their health and the health of their families.
As the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, I’ve been raising the alarm – in the halls of Congress and back here in Los Angeles — about the disastrous impact of Donald Trump’s policies. I was absolutely appalled to learn of the Trump administration’s plans to slash more than $30 billion from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in his budget for next year. That is more than one quarter of the department’s budget.
This cruel and senseless budget would dismantle the life-saving programs that enable Americans to stay healthy – from medical research by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to disease prevention by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – from substance use treatment by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to the training of our nation’s future health care workforce.
You might be wondering: What can I do, as an ordinary citizen, to fight back against Trump’s attack on our institutions and way of life? What can I do to stop cuts to Medicaid and other life-saving health care programs?
We have to be out there in the streets. We need to make our voices heard and show that we won’t stand silently by while they take away our benefits and destroy our government. Trump’s relentless assault on our institutions and individual freedoms is not just dangerous; it is a coup in slow motion. And we all must be committed to defending our democracy before it’s too late”.
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District of California)
Congresswoman Maxine Waters joined the Greater Zion Church Family in Compton to celebrate Bishop Michael J. Fisher’s 20th pastoral anniversary and elevation to Bishop.
See excerpts of the Congresswoman’s remarks below:
“I am encouraged by leaders like Bishop Fisher, who use their skills to influence positive change. I join the Greater Zion Church Family’s celebration of Bishop Fisher’s 20th Pastoral Anniversary and recognize his outstanding leadership and dedication to both his congregation and the community of Compton. His father, the late Rev. Dr. W. Jerome Fisher, was a master teacher and powerful preacher who organized the first Black church in Compton. I applaud Bishop Fisher’s vision and unwavering commitment, as cofounder of the Compton Ministers Alliance and past president of Pastors for Compton, as he continues to inspire and uplift this community. I extend a special congratulations on this significant anniversary and his recent ecclesiastical elevation to Bishop. I extend my very best wishes for his continued success in service to others”.
New Zealand has just been hit by the first big cold snap of 2025 and, like every year, many New Zealanders will be reaching for an extra jumper, slippers and maybe a blanket to try and keep warm.
In the 2018 Census, households were asked about the state of their homes. According to Stats NZ, 318,891 homes in New Zealand (21.5%) were affected by dampness and 252,855 (16.9%) had visible mould larger than A4 size at least some of the time.
Even when homes are built to code, there can still be issues and health risks. A lot of New Zealand’s housing is not fit for purpose – particularly at this time of the year.
While improving heating and standards is a homeowner choice, for landlords it is increasingly a requirement. Over recent years landlords have faced increasing costs to achieve legal heating, ventilation and insulation requirements within 90 days of a new or renewed tenancy.
For everyone else, there are ways to make homes more efficient to heat and comfortable to live in. Here are four ways to keep heat in your home this winter – some simple and affordable, while others are more of an investment.
Insulation is your friend
Firstly, insulation is our friend in winter. Double glazing is excellent but expensive (between NZ$450/m2 and $1500/m2) and subject to restrictions in heritage buildings. There are other options.
Where possible, home owners should be looking at ways to add to thermal efficiency by increasing insulation.
Walls can be retrofitted with cavity fillers. If your budget can stretch to it, rigid insulation board is also effective. Under the floor and in the roof spaces are favourites for these upgrades. They are relatively cheap improvements to make and generally pay for themselves.
Target draughts
Secondly, a warm and dry home requires finding and eliminating draughts.
For many years, building scientists have sought to achieve airtight homes. An airtight home substantially reduces heat loss in winter.
Temporary and permanent improvements can be made by buying or making some draught excluders and door sweeps for doorways. But specialist products such as adhesive-backed foam tape or V-strip weatherstripping around door and window frames are also very effective.
Even just using masking tape during winter to seal the gaps in unused windows can help keep warmth in the home.
Windows and a compass
Third, use your window orientation strategically. Invest in heavier curtains (or blinds) that insulate windows. Then use a compass (you probably have a compass app on your phone) to work out which way is north.
North-facing windows catch the sun during the day, and contribute to thermal gain in a house. South-facing windows are in shadow all day and tend to act as a heat sink, losing energy throughout the day.
During the day, ensure curtains and blinds are open on the north side and closed on the south side. As soon as night falls, close the curtains to retain maximum heat. Try to keep unused rooms closed off and stick to the naturally warmer spaces.
Move heat around
Fourth, use ceiling fans, heat pumps, and dehumidifiers to maximise the available heat in your house.
Heat will stratify into layers in your house. It is always going to be warmer near the ceiling of each room. Usually, the loft space is the warmest of all through maximum thermal gain during the day.
Using a ducted heat pump can recycle that heat to the living spaces. Similarly, if you set the ceiling fan to move air around the room you will make the most of what you have. Ideally, run the ceiling fan backwards (clockwise) if it has that option, to create an updraught rather than a downdraught to aid circulation.
Dehumidifiers are extremely useful in increasing the feeling of warmth in a house. During operation, they release some latent heat while condensing water. Dry air is easier to heat, making your heating more efficient.
Your home can make you sick
Cold damp homes can have significant health impacts, including respiratory issues, rheumatic fever and skin infections – particularly for children and vulnerable people.
Targeting heat loss and dampness can help improve conditions. Will it ensure every home is warm and toasty? No. But these steps can make their homes just a little bit warmer – and healthier – this winter.
John Tookey does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
Smoke and tear gas surround a protester in Los Angeles on June 7, 2025, amid confrontations between immigration rights advocates and law enforcement personnel.Taurat Hossain/Anadolu via Getty Images
Responding to street protests in Los Angeles against federal immigration enforcement raids, President Donald Trump ordered 2,000 soldiers from the California National Guard into the city on June 7, 2025, to protect agents carrying out the raids. Trump also authorized the Pentagon to dispatch regular U.S. troops “as necessary” to support the California National Guard.
The president’s orders did not specify rules of engagement about when and how force could be used. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who did not request the National Guard and asserted it was not needed, criticized the president’s decision as “inflammatory” and warned it “will only escalate tensions.”
I am a historian who has written several books about the Vietnam War, one of the most divisive episodes in our nation’s past. My recent book, “Kent State: An American Tragedy,” examines a historic clash on May 4, 1970, between anti-war protesters and National Guard troops at Kent State University in Ohio.
The confrontation escalated into violence: troops opened fire on the demonstrators, killing four students and wounding nine others, including one who was paralyzed for life.
In my view, dispatching California National Guard troops against civilian protesters in Los Angeles chillingly echoes decisions and actions that led to the tragic Kent State shooting. Some active-duty units, as well as National Guard troops, are better prepared today than in 1970 to respond to riots and violent protests – but the vast majority of their training and their primary mission remains to fight, to kill, and to win wars.
Protests in Los Angeles began after federal agencies conducted immigration raids across the city on June 6, 2025. Local police responded with pepper spray, rubber bullets and tear gas.
Federalizing the Guard
The National Guard is a force of state militias under the command of governors. It can be federalized by the president during times of national emergency, or for deployment on combat missions overseas. Guardsmen train for one weekend per month and two weeks every summer.
Presidents rarely deploy National Guard troops without state governors’ consent. The main modern exceptions occurred in the 1950s and 1960s during the Civil Rights Movement, when Southern governors defied federal court orders to desegregate schools in Arkansas, Mississippi and Alabama. In each case, the federal government sent troops to protect Black students from crowds of white protesters.
The 1807 Insurrection Act grants presidents authority to use active-duty troops or National Guard forces to restore order within the United States. President Trump did not invoke the Insurrection Act. Instead, he relied on Section 12406 of Title 10 of the U.S. Code, a narrower federal statute that allows the president to mobilize the National Guard in situations including “rebellion or danger of a rebellion against the authority of the Government of the United States.”
ICE officers and national guards confront protesters outside of the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles on June 8, 2025. Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images
The standoff at Kent State
The war in Vietnam had grown increasingly unpopular by early 1970, but protests intensified on April 30 when President Richard Nixon authorized expanding the conflict into Cambodia. At Kent State, after a noontime anti-war rally on campus on May 1, alcohol-fueled students harassed passing motorists in town and smashed storefront windows that night. On May 2, anti-war protesters set fire to the building where military officers trained Kent State students enrolled in the armed forces’ Reserve Officer Training Corps program.
In response, Republican Governor Jim Rhodes dispatched National Guard troops, against the advice of university and many local officials, who understood the mood in the town of Kent and on campus far better than Rhodes did. County prosecutor Ron Kane had vehemently warned Rhodes that deploying the National Guard could spark conflict and lead to fatalities.
Nonetheless, Rhodes – who was trailing in an impending Republican primary for a U.S. Senate seat – struck the pose of a take-charge leader who wasn’t going to be pushed around by a long-haired rabble. “We’re going to put a stop to this!” he shouted, pounding the table at a press conference in Kent on May 3.
Hundreds of National Guard troops were deployed across town and on campus. University officials announced that further rallies were banned. Nonetheless, on May 4, some 2,000 to 3,000 students gathered on the campus Commons for another anti-war rally. They were met by 96 National Guardsmen, led by eight officers.
There was confrontation in the air as student anger over Nixon’s expansion of the war blended with resentment over the Guard’s presence. Protesters chanted antiwar slogans, shouted epithets at the Guardsmen and made obscene gestures.
Archival footage from CBS News of the clash between campus anti-war protesters and Ohio National Guard troops at Kent State University on May 4, 1970.
‘Fire in the air!’
The Guardsmen sent to Kent State had no training in de-escalating tension or minimizing the use of force. Nonetheless, their commanding officer that day, Ohio Army National Guard Assistant Adjutant General Robert Canterbury, decided to use them to break up what the Department of Justice later deemed a legal assembly.
In my view, it was a reckless judgment that inflamed an already volatile situation. Students started showering the greatly outnumbered Guardsmen with rocks and other objects. In violation of Ohio Army National Guard regulations, Canterbury neglected to warn the students that he had ordered Guardsmens’ rifles loaded with live ammunition.
As tension mounted, Canterbury failed to adequately supervise his increasingly fearful troops – a cardinal responsibility of the commanding officer on the scene. This fundamental failure of leadership increased confusion and resulted in a breakdown of fire control discipline – officers’ responsibility to maintain tight control over their troops’ discharge of weapons.
When protesters neared the Guardsmen, platoon sergeant Mathew McManus shouted “Fire in the air!” in a desperate attempt to prevent bloodshed. McManus intended for troops to shoot above the students’ heads to warn them off. But some Guardsmen, wearing gas masks that made it hard to hear amid the noise and confusion, only heard or reacted to the first word of McManus’ order, and fired at the students.
The troops had not been trained to fire warning shots, which was contrary to National Guard regulations. And McManus had no authority to issue an order to fire if officers were nearby, as they were.
Many National Guardsmen who were at Kent State on May 4 later questioned why they had been deployed there. “Loaded rifles and fixed bayonets are pretty harsh solutions for students exercising free speech on an American campus,” one of them told an oral history interviewer. Another plaintively asked me in a 2023 interview, “Why would you put soldiers trained to kill on a university campus to serve a police function?”
Doug Guthrie, a student at Kent State in 1970, looks back 54 years later at the events of May 4.
A fighting force
National Guard equipment and training have improved significantly in the decades since Kent State. But Guardsmen are still military troops who are fundamentally trained to fight, not to control crowds.
In 2020, then-National Guard Bureau Chief General Joseph Lengyel told reporters that “the civil unrest mission is one of the most difficult and dangerous missions … in our domestic portfolio.”
In my view, the tragedy of Kent State shows how critical it is for authorities to be thoughtful in responding to protests, and extremely cautious in deploying military troops to deal with them. The application of force is inherently unpredictable, often uncontrollable, and can lead to fatal mistakes and lasting human suffering. And while protests sometimes break rules, they may not be disruptive or harmful enough to merit responding with force.
Aggressive displays of force, in fact, can heighten tensions and worsen situations. Conversely, research shows that if protesters perceive authorities are acting with restraint and treating them with respect, they are more likely to remain nonviolent. The shooting at Kent State demonstrated that using military force in these situations is an option fraught with grave risks.
This is an updated version of an article originally published Aug. 27, 2024.
Brian VanDeMark does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
“Anyone who deliberately impedes the efforts of law enforcement agents and officers who are carrying out lawful warrants will be subject to federal prosecution, to include spending time in federal prison,” said Akil Davis, the assistant director in charge of the FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office.
“The FBI is currently seeking individuals who assaulted law enforcement officers serving federal warrants during the past two days in various parts of Los Angeles. There will be no tolerance for anyone who interferes with the law enforcement mission and, in doing so, puts law enforcement or the community in harm’s way.”
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
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South America: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
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MIL-OSI USA: Secretary Rubio’s Call with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif Source: United States Department of State (4) Office of the Spokesperson HomeSecretary Rubio’s Call with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif Secretary Rubio’s Call with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif Readout May 8, 2025 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary Marco Rubio spoke today with Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. The Secretary emphasized the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Secretary Rubio’s Call with Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar Source: United States Department of State (4) Office of the Spokesperson The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary Marco Rubio spoke today with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. The Secretary emphasized the need for immediate de-escalation. He expressed U.S. support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan and encouraged continued efforts to […]
India’s transformative foreign policy: A decade of strategic diplomacy Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past eleven years, the Narendra Modi-led government has redefined India’s foreign policy, transitioning from a reactive to a proactive and assertive global stance. Guided by the principles of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas,” India’s diplomacy has become more inclusive, development-focused, […]
Swimming-Canadian teen McIntosh shatters 400 metres freestyle record Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Canadian three-times Olympic champion Summer McIntosh set a world record in the women’s 400 metres freestyle at the Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria, British Columbia, on Saturday. The 18-year-old clocked 3:54.18 to better Australian Ariarne Titmus’ mark of 3:55.38 set at the 2023 World Championships in […]
Colombia’s potential presidential contender Miguel Uribe shot, suspect arrested Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, as his wife said he was fighting for his life in hospital. The 39-year-old senator, who was shot during a campaign event as part of […]
Health Minister Nadda launches FSSAI’s ‘Stop Obesity’ campaign on World Food Safety Day 2025 Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Saturday addressed the World Food Safety Day 2025 event, themed “Stop Obesity by Eating Safe and Healthy,” held at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru. Organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of […]
MIL-OSI China: Delving into deep sea: China joins global scientists in exploring hadal zone Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A pioneering international initiative for hadal zone exploration, led by Chinese scientists, has received official approval from the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030). The Global Hadal Exploration Programme (GHEP), spearheaded by Institute of Deep-sea Science and Engineering (IDSSE) under the Chinese […]
Market share of electric cars in India accelerates past 4 percent in May Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The market share of electric passenger vehicles (EVs) in India accelerated past the 4 per cent mark in May this year, from 2.6 per cent in the same month of the previous year, reflecting the increasing popularity of electric cars among Indian buyers as the country […]
Nari Shakti: A decade of women’s empowerment under Modi government Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has witnessed a transformative shift in women’s empowerment, redefining their role from passive beneficiaries to active nation-builders. With women and children comprising 67.7% of India’s population, the Modi government has made Nari […]
MyGov launches “Viksit Bharat 2025 Quiz” and nationwide contests to celebrate 11 years of transformative governance Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Marking 11 years of transformative governance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has launched a series of nationwide contests through the MyGov platform. These initiatives aim to engage citizens in celebrating India’s development journey and encourage public participation in the […]
India Pavilion shines at World Expo 2025 Osaka, ranked among top five Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The India Pavilion, christened Bharat Mandap, has emerged as one of the top five most admired pavilions at the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, according to Yamamoto-san, Deputy Pavilion Director and representative of the Japan Travel Bureau (JTB). Competing alongside pavilions from the United […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Global Platform Elevates Risk Communication as Essential for Disaster Risk Reduction Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction Geneva, Switzerland, 6 June 2025 – Recent analysis by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies reveals significant gaps remain in early warning coverage globally, with many government alerts lacking clear instructions or multilingual accessibility. Risk communication serves as the bridge between detecting threats and taking protective […]
Trump says Musk relationship over, warns of ‘serious consequences’ if he funds Democrats Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Donald Trump said on Saturday his relationship with his billionaire donor Elon Musk is over and warned there would be “serious consequences” if Musk funds U.S. Democrats running against Republicans who vote for the president’s sweeping tax and spending bill. In a telephone interview with NBC […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Magnitude 6.2 earthquake hits western Indian-Antarctic Ridge – USGS 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 BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) — An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 jolted the western Indian-Antarctic Ridge at 23:20 GMT on Saturday, the U.S. Geological Survey said. […]
China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: Index reveals China’s improving marine economy Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The China marine economy development index, a key gauge of progress in the country’s ocean economy, climbed 2.3 percent year on year to 125.2 in 2024, signaling a robust expansion in the marine sector. The index was released by the Ministry of Natural Resources on Sunday […]
MIL-OSI China: Protesters clash with National Guard troops in Los Angeles Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News More than 200 protesters clashed with National Guard troops in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday during the latest demonstrations against immigration raids that swept across California over the weekend. Xinhua reporters at the scene observed National Guard soldiers, along with agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement […]
MIL-OSI China: Report highlights China’s maritime vision, int’l cooperation on ocean governance Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 16, 2024 shows a marine ranch in Dongxing, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. [Photo/Xinhua] Marking the 17th World Oceans Day, a new report highlighting China’s innovative ideas and practical experience in ocean governance was released in Shanghai on […]
MIL-OSI China: Liangshan Port boosts coal transport efficiency amid summer demand surge Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Liangshan Port boosts coal transport efficiency amid summer demand surge Updated: June 9, 2025 07:12 Xinhua An aerial drone photo taken on June 8, 2025 shows ships docking for coal transportation at Liangshan Port in Jining, east China’s Shandong Province. Liangshan Port serves as an important […]
MIL-OSI China: Rice harvest season arrives in South China’s Hainan Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Rice harvest season arrives in South China’s Hainan Updated: June 9, 2025 06:55 Xinhua An aerial drone photo taken on June 7, 2025 shows a harvester reaping rice in a field in Moqiao Village of Qiongshan District of Haikou City, south China’s Hainan Province. The rice […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Marine Economy Development Index Up 2.3% in 2024 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 HAIKOU, June 8 (Xinhua) — China’s marine economic development index, a key indicator of the country’s progress in the sector, increased 2.3 percent year on year to […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Hainan launches South China Sea Tsunami Early Warning Center 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 HAIKOU, June 8 (Xinhua) — The South China Sea Tsunami Early Warning Center began operation in south China’s Hainan Province on Sunday, aiming to provide early warning […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China Completes Installation of Largest Oil and Gas Platform in Bohai Sea 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 TIANJIN, June 8 (Xinhua) — The floating central processing platform (FCP) of the first phase of the Kenli 10-2 oil field development project has been successfully installed, […]
MIL-OSI China: Football stadium built with Chinese support opens in Minsk Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The Belarusian National Football Stadium, a landmark project built with Chinese support, officially opened here on Saturday evening, with President Alexander Lukashenko attending the inauguration ceremony. In his speech, Lukashenko expressed sincere gratitude to the Chinese leadership and Chinese partners. He said the stadium reflects both […]
MIL-OSI China: Delving into deep sea: China joins global scientists in exploring hadal zone Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A pioneering international initiative for hadal zone exploration, led by Chinese scientists, has received official approval from the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030). The Global Hadal Exploration Programme (GHEP), spearheaded by Institute of Deep-sea Science and Engineering (IDSSE) under the Chinese […]
MIL-OSI China: Chinese island’s ocean-friendly changes deliver dual gains in ecology, economy Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News HANGZHOU, June 8 — On a stretch of beach in Taizhou, east China’s Zhejiang Province, Wang Zhongfu, 68, bends to pick up discarded plastic bottles and tattered fishing nets. Wang is one of thousands participating in Blue Circle, a marine plastic recycling program that, initiated in […]
MIL-OSI Russia: First China-Central Asia International Tourist Train Returns to Xi’an 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 BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) — The first China-Central Asia international tourist train returned to Xi’an, capital of northwest China’s Shaanxi Province, at around 6 p.m. Beijing time […]
MIL-OSI China: Remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang cremated Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang were cremated in Beijing on Sunday. Xi Jinping, along with other Party and state leaders including Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang and Li Xi, bid farewell to Xu at the Babaoshan […]
MIL-OSI China: Filmmakers gear up for China’s summer film season Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The China Film Administration gathered domestic and international filmmakers at a Beijing launch event on June 6 to promote upcoming summer releases, aiming to boost audience interest and inject new vitality into China’s film market. Film authorities and industry executives announce the summer film lineup and […]
MIL-OSI China: Report: China committed to building South China Sea into sea of peace, friendship, cooperation Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News This photo shows the report, titled “Making the South China Sea a Sea of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation: China’s Actions” and published in both Chinese and English, released by Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with Xinhua News Agency, on World Oceans Day, June 8, 2025. […]
The remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang were cremated in Beijing on Sunday. Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) — The remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang were cremated in Beijing on Sunday. Xi Jinping, along with other Party and state leaders including Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang and Li Xi, bid […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Report: China aims to turn South China Sea into a sea of peace, friendship and 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 BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) — The Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with the Xinhua News Agency, on Sunday released a report outlining China’s commitment to building […]
Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: Index reveals China’s improving marine economy Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The China marine economy development index, a key gauge of progress in the country’s ocean economy, climbed 2.3 percent year on year to 125.2 in 2024, signaling a robust expansion in the marine sector. The index was released by the Ministry of Natural Resources on Sunday […]
MIL-OSI China: Report highlights China’s maritime vision, int’l cooperation on ocean governance Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 16, 2024 shows a marine ranch in Dongxing, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. [Photo/Xinhua] Marking the 17th World Oceans Day, a new report highlighting China’s innovative ideas and practical experience in ocean governance was released in Shanghai on […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: £5.5 million for ‘Extra Time’ partnership with Scottish Football Association Source: Scottish Government Funding boost for activities clubs for children from low income families. Funding of £5.5 million for the Extra Time programme, which provides free activities clubs before school, after school and during the school holidays for primary age pupils, will support families on low incomes outwith school. On a visit to the St […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Business financial data: March 2025 quarter Business financial data: March 2025 quarter – information release 9 June 2025 For all business financial data (BFD) industries, in the March 2025 quarter compared with the March 2024 quarter: sales were $190 billion, up $6.1 billion (3.3 percent) purchases were $133 billion, up $4.6 billion (3.6 percent) salaries and wages were $31 billion, down […]
MIL-OSI USA News: SUNDAY SHOWS: Pass the One Big Beautiful Bill Source: US Whitehouse This morning, officials were out in force talking about the historic benefits of President Donald J. Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, which will deliver unprecedented tax relief, generational welfare reform, and historic spending cuts. Here’s what you missed: Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought: “It is $1.4 trillion in reduced […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: PM launches national skills drive to unlock opportunities for young people in tech Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release PM launches national skills drive to unlock opportunities for young people in tech Pupils across the country will be given the skills and tools needed to get the AI-powered jobs of the future thanks to a new skills programme launched by the Prime Minister. 1 […]
MIL-Evening Report: How Trump’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mona Mashhadi Rajabi, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Technology Sydney Jade Gao/Getty Images When US President Donald Trump introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports the goal was to bring manufacturing back to American soil and protect local jobs. However, this process of re-shoring is complex and […]
MIL-OSI USA: SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Batesville to Relocate Source: United States Small Business Administration SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the relocation of its Batesville Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) from the Independence County Office of Emergency Management – EOC Building to the Independence County Courthouse beginning Monday, June 9 at 8:00 a.m. SBA opened the DLOC to provide personalized assistance to Batesville […]
MIL-OSI USA: SBA Opens Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Diaz and Pocahontas Source: United States Small Business Administration SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the opening of Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOCs) in the counties of Jackson and Randolph to assist small businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations and residents affected by severe storms and tornadoes occurring March 14-15 and also for those impacted by severe […]
MIL-OSI USA: Alaska Invasive Species Awareness Week Source: US State of Alaska Governor WHEREAS, the scenic mountains, meadows, rivers, and coastal bays of Alaska are prized for their diverse and abundant wild plants, fish, and wildlife, drawing more than two million visitors annually ; and WHEREAS, we rely on native flora and fauna, cultivated crops, and local livestock to feed our families, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Investing in New York’s Puerto Rican Communities Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul today announced new investments into nonprofit organizations whose missions are to advance and promote Puerto Rican culture, arts and education statewide. Puerto Rican culture is firmly grounded in New York State and across the country and Governor Hochul’s administration is committed to supporting the Puerto Rican […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Marine Economy Development Index Up 2.3% in 2024 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 HAIKOU, June 8 (Xinhua) — China’s marine economic development index, a key indicator of the country’s progress in the sector, increased 2.3 percent year on year to […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI SLAMS NEW BEAD GUIDANCE FROM DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, released the following statement after the Department of Commerce released new guidance regarding the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. “The result […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI LEADS CA COLLEAGUES IN OPPOSING AI MORATORIUM IN RECONCILIATION BILL Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, led a group of her California colleagues in sending a letter to Senate leadership, strongly objecting to the section of H.R. 1 that would impose […]
MIL-OSI USA: Speaker Johnson, the Blue Dogs are here to throw you a bone Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jim Costa Representing 16th District of California Over the last few weeks, Americans have been hearing endless mentions of the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Although the Republicans’ reconciliation proposal is certainly big — so big it would add over $4 trillion to our national debt — it […]
MIL-OSI Australia: TV interview Andrew Clennell, Sky News Source: Australian Attorney General’s Agencies Andrew Clennell: Joining me live now is the Trade Minister, Don Farrell. Don Farrell, thanks for your time. Well, let’s talk about this first meeting with Donald Trump the PM is scheduled to have this week. Do you expect the meeting to occur and what do you expect to happen? […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Eating wild meat carries serious health risks – why it still happens along the Kenya-Tanzania border Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Ekta Patel, Scientist, International Livestock Research Institute Pastoralist communities, their livestock and diverse wildlife species coexist within a biodiversity-rich landscape stretching along the Kenya–Tanzania border. However, at this wildlife-livestock interface, local communities face mounting challenges. Shifts in land use, prolonged droughts, erratic rainfall patterns and increasing land degradation […]
MIL-OSI Global: Eating wild meat carries serious health risks – why it still happens along the Kenya-Tanzania border Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Ekta Patel, Scientist, International Livestock Research Institute Pastoralist communities, their livestock and diverse wildlife species coexist within a biodiversity-rich landscape stretching along the Kenya–Tanzania border. However, at this wildlife-livestock interface, local communities face mounting challenges. Shifts in land use, prolonged droughts, erratic rainfall patterns and increasing land degradation […]
Nari Shakti: A decade of women’s empowerment under Modi government Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has witnessed a transformative shift in women’s empowerment, redefining their role from passive beneficiaries to active nation-builders. With women and children comprising 67.7% of India’s population, the Modi government has made Nari […]
MIL-OSI China: Why Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is a must-watch for global businesses Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Photo taken on June 6, 2025 shows a delegation of consular corps and business communities in Hong Kong visiting Jinshan Software Park of Zhuhai in south China’s Guangdong Province. (Xinhua/Wang Xinyi) A delegation of consular corps and business communities in Hong Kong has just concluded a […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Business employment data: March 2025 quarter Business employment data: March 2025 quarter – information release 9 June 2025 Total actual filled jobs in the March 2025 quarter were 2.26 million. In the March 2025 quarter (compared with December 2024 quarter): total seasonally adjusted filled jobs were down 0.1 percent (2,499 jobs). For the year ended March 2025 compared with the year […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Business financial data: March 2025 quarter Business financial data: March 2025 quarter – information release 9 June 2025 For all business financial data (BFD) industries, in the March 2025 quarter compared with the March 2024 quarter: sales were $190 billion, up $6.1 billion (3.3 percent) purchases were $133 billion, up $4.6 billion (3.6 percent) salaries and wages were $31 billion, down […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: PM launches national skills drive to unlock opportunities for young people in tech Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release PM launches national skills drive to unlock opportunities for young people in tech Pupils across the country will be given the skills and tools needed to get the AI-powered jobs of the future thanks to a new skills programme launched by the Prime Minister. 1 […]
MIL-Evening Report: How Trump’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mona Mashhadi Rajabi, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Technology Sydney Jade Gao/Getty Images When US President Donald Trump introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports the goal was to bring manufacturing back to American soil and protect local jobs. However, this process of re-shoring is complex and […]
MIL-OSI: PFMCrypto Announces Free and Sustainable Cloud Mining Technology for Bitcoin Users Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Los Angeles, California, June 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PFMCrypto, the cloud mining service operated by UK-registered and FCA-regulated Precision Financial Management Ltd (Company No. 11719896), has officially launched a sustainable mining platform that combines user-friendly cloud contracts with renewable energy. The company’s service allows users to participate in Bitcoin mining without […]
MIL-OSI USA: SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Batesville to Relocate Source: United States Small Business Administration SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the relocation of its Batesville Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) from the Independence County Office of Emergency Management – EOC Building to the Independence County Courthouse beginning Monday, June 9 at 8:00 a.m. SBA opened the DLOC to provide personalized assistance to Batesville […]
MIL-OSI USA: SBA Opens Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Diaz and Pocahontas Source: United States Small Business Administration SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the opening of Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOCs) in the counties of Jackson and Randolph to assist small businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations and residents affected by severe storms and tornadoes occurring March 14-15 and also for those impacted by severe […]
MIL-Evening Report: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI SLAMS NEW BEAD GUIDANCE FROM DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, released the following statement after the Department of Commerce released new guidance regarding the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. “The result […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI, COSTA, AND COLLEAGUES CALL FOR TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO HALT EFFORTS TO GUT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) and Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) led a group of 23 lawmakers in a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) Secretary Howard Lutnick and Acting National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Administrator Laura Grimm, demanding that the Trump Administration […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI LEADS CA COLLEAGUES IN OPPOSING AI MORATORIUM IN RECONCILIATION BILL Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, led a group of her California colleagues in sending a letter to Senate leadership, strongly objecting to the section of H.R. 1 that would impose […]
MIL-OSI USA: Kustoff, Pfluger, Cassidy Introduce Bill to Expand Health Care Innovation Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative David Kustoff (TN-08) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Reps. David Kustoff (R-TN) and August Pfluger (R-TX), as well as U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), introduced the Small Biotech Innovation Act to exempt research and development-intensive small biotech manufacturers from the Medicare drug price negotiation program. “It is critical that the United States remains at the forefront […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Cleaver Joins 199 Lawmakers in Bipartisan Effort to Save Job Corps Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II (5th District Missouri) (Washington, D.C.) – This week, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) joined Congressmen Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA), Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and nearly 200 other congressional lawmakers in urging the Department of Labor to continue the Job Corps program. In a […]
India’s transformative decade: Landmark reforms drive ease of doing business Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past eleven years, India has undergone a remarkable transformation in its business and investment climate, driven by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governance model that emphasizes Seva (service), Sushasan (good governance), and Garib Kalyan (welfare of the poor). As part of the vision for a […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Ocean-friendly changes on Chinese island bring double benefits – ecological and economic 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 HANGZHOU, June 8 (Xinhua) — On a beach in Taizhou, east China’s Zhejiang Province, 68-year-old Wang Zhongfu bends down to pick up discarded plastic bottles and torn […]
MIL-Evening Report: Phil Goff: Israel doesn’t care how many innocent people it’s killing in Gaza COMMENTARY: By Phil Goff “What we are doing in Gaza now is a war of devastation: indiscriminate, limitless, cruel and criminal killing of civilians. It’s the result of government policy — knowingly, evilly, maliciously, irresponsibly dictated.” This statement was made not by a foreign or liberal critic of Israel but by the former Prime Minister […]
MIL-OSI Global: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on this […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada officials to hold technical briefing on defence and security priorities Source: Government of Canada News June 8, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Government of Canada officials will hold a virtual technical briefing for media to provide information and answer questions, under embargo, related to Canada’s defence and security priorities. Date: Monday, June 9, 2025Time: 11:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT Media interested […]
MIL-OSI USA: Quiet Professionals Source: US State of Wyoming Story and photos by A1C Michael Swingen CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Every day, people flip on a light switch, run hot water, and turn up the A/C without giving it a second thought. Phones charge. Toilets flush. Stormwater drains away. Every day, people drive on smooth, paved roads and work in […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Thailand, Cambodia reach deal on troop redeployment to ease border tensions 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 BANGKOK/PHNOM PENH, June 8 (Xinhua) — Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to redeploy troops to ease tensions after a brief clash earlier in the border area, Thai […]
India’s transformative foreign policy: A decade of strategic diplomacy Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past eleven years, the Narendra Modi-led government has redefined India’s foreign policy, transitioning from a reactive to a proactive and assertive global stance. Guided by the principles of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas,” India’s diplomacy has become more inclusive, development-focused, […]
MIL-OSI Australia: TV interview Andrew Clennell, Sky News Source: Australian Attorney General’s Agencies Andrew Clennell: Joining me live now is the Trade Minister, Don Farrell. Don Farrell, thanks for your time. Well, let’s talk about this first meeting with Donald Trump the PM is scheduled to have this week. Do you expect the meeting to occur and what do you expect to happen? […]
Colombia’s potential presidential contender Miguel Uribe shot, suspect arrested Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, as his wife said he was fighting for his life in hospital. The 39-year-old senator, who was shot during a campaign event as part of […]
The remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang were cremated in Beijing on Sunday. Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) — The remains of China’s former senior military official Xu Qiliang were cremated in Beijing on Sunday. Xi Jinping, along with other Party and state leaders including Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang and Li Xi, bid […]
Nari Shakti: A decade of women’s empowerment under Modi government Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has witnessed a transformative shift in women’s empowerment, redefining their role from passive beneficiaries to active nation-builders. With women and children comprising 67.7% of India’s population, the Modi government has made Nari […]
MIL-OSI Video: Coca Cola 600 Wrap Up Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements) ————— The #CocaCola600 wasn’t just a race; it was about showcasing the strength, precision, and dedication of our U.S. military and honoring our fallen. From flyovers to enlistment ceremonies, the DOD was proud to be part of @NASCAR’s Memorial Day weekend tradition, honoring those who serve and […]
MIL-OSI Video: The future of special operations aviation is here. Source: US Army (video statements) About the U.S. Army: The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt & sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force. Interested in joining the U.S. Army? […]
MIL-OSI China: Colombian presidential candidate in critical condition after being shot Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Colombian senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, who is running for the presidency in 2026, was shot and seriously wounded at a campaign rally in Bogota on Saturday, local authorities said. Uribe Turbay was addressing a group of people when armed assailants shot him from behind, said Democratic […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Department of Defense Security for the Protection of Department of Homeland Security Functions Source: US Whitehouse MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY SUBJECT: Department of Defense Security for the Protection of Department of Homeland Security Functions Numerous incidents of violence and disorder have recently occurred and threaten to continue in response to the enforcement of Federal law by […]
Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Energy Sector Unites to Future-Proof Tomorrow’s Workforce Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa The Electricity Engineers’ Association (EEA) and Energy Resources Aotearoa have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to develop a comprehensive 2025 national energy workforce report and action plan. This collaborative initiative brings together two of New Zealand’s leading energy industry bodies to develop an evidence-based, sector-wide workforce strategy that encompasses electricity supply, […]
MIL-Evening Report: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI, SOTO, CASTOR, TONKO, AND COLLEAGUES DEMAND TRUMP ADMINISTRATION RELEASE ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09), Congresswoman Kathy Castor (FL-14), and Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20) led a group of 33 lawmakers in a letter to Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Executive Director Gloria Shepherd, demanding […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI SLAMS NEW BEAD GUIDANCE FROM DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, released the following statement after the Department of Commerce released new guidance regarding the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. “The result […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI LEADS CA COLLEAGUES IN OPPOSING AI MORATORIUM IN RECONCILIATION BILL Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, led a group of her California colleagues in sending a letter to Senate leadership, strongly objecting to the section of H.R. 1 that would impose […]
MIL-OSI Global: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on this […]
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Presale Surges Past $3.8M as Final $6 Phase Nears Close Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, June 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The crypto community is buzzing as Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S) crosses a major milestone, raising $3.8 million in its ongoing presale. With over 11,000 participants already onboard and the token price still at just $6, this marks one of the most rapid early-stage raises of […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Automotive cooperation among RCEP members promotes green development 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 8 (Xinhua) — China and other member states of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) discussed low-carbon development issues, from new energy vehicles (NEVs) to […]
MIL-OSI China: NEV cooperation among RCEP members fuels green development Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News From new energy vehicles (NEVs) to shared visions of a greener future, low-carbon development brought China and its fellow Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member states closer together at a recent dialogue in Hefei, east China’s Anhui Province. The dialogue was focused on NEVs and advanced […]
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI Security: Statement from FBI Los Angeles Assistant Director in Charge Source: US FBI “Anyone who deliberately impedes the efforts of law enforcement agents and officers who are carrying out lawful warrants will be subject to federal prosecution, to include spending time in federal prison,” said Akil Davis, the assistant director in charge of the FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office. “The FBI is currently seeking individuals […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update: Unexplained death, Newtown Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard Wellington Police are continuing to make enquiries into an unexplained death in Newtown. At around 7.15pm on Saturday 7 June, Police were called to a property on Mansfield Street. Police’s enquiries are underway to determine the full circumstances of the incident. A scene examination is […]
MIL-OSI Australia: AFSM honour for fire services impact Source: Colin Brown AFSM is a dedicated and highly experienced firefighter and emergency services leader with more than 40 years of service to CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria. His longstanding career exemplifies outstanding leadership, innovation and service in firefighting, emergency management, aviation operations and community engagement. Beyond his distinguished service in frontline firefighting, Colin has […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Legacy of dedication and innovation Source: Peter Langridge’s legacy is one of dedication, innovation and an unwavering commitment to protecting those who serve on the frontline. His leadership and commitment to research have transformed CFA’s approach to firefighter health, safety and rehabilitation, and has earned him an Australian Fire Services Medal in today’s King’s Birthday Honours. “When I found out […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: £5.5 million for ‘Extra Time’ partnership with Scottish Football Association Source: Scottish Government Funding boost for activities clubs for children from low income families. Funding of £5.5 million for the Extra Time programme, which provides free activities clubs before school, after school and during the school holidays for primary age pupils, will support families on low incomes outwith school. On a visit to the St […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Name release, water incident, Boyle River Source: New Zealand Police Police can now name the man who died following a water incident in the Boyle River on Thursday 5 June. He was Phelan McDade, 25, from Napier. Police extends our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the matter are ongoing and the death will be […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fourth person charged with manslaughter over Loafers Lodge fire Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Olivia Meares: Wellington Police have charged a fourth person with manslaughter in relation to the fatal fire at Loafers Lodge in 2023. The 72-year-old Wellington man was arrested this morning and is due to appear in the Wellington District Court today. It follows the arrest of two […]
MIL-OSI USA: WA leads multistate amicus opposing Trump’s public safety cuts Source: Washington State News SEATTLE – Washington state filed an amicus brief today decrying the Trump administration’s illegal budget cuts to public safety and in support of plaintiffs seeking to halt them. Building effective public safety systems requires engaging the people who experience crime and violence firsthand. Yet, two months ago, without warning and effective […]
MIL-OSI Australia: National recognition for three experienced officers Source: New South Wales – News Three outstanding South Australia Police (SAPOL) officers have been acknowledged with Australian Police Medals (APM) in the 2025 King’s Birthday honours. Assistant Commissioner Ian Parrott, Superintendent Craig Wall, and Detective Senior Sergeant Rebecca Hughes are recognised for their dedication to policing and a collective 109 years of service. The […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Accident: Road closures Whitford-Maraetai Road Source: New Zealand Police Police have closed a section of Whitford-Maraetai Road near Waikopua Road due to a serious crash in the area around 6.45am. No alternate route is available and traffic is being turned around. Police are investigating a collision between a truck and car on Whitford-Maraetai Road. The driver of the car was […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Northern Territory Police Force – King’s Birthday Honours 2025 Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Congratulations to former member Commander Daniel Bacon who has been named today as a recipient of the Australian Police Medal (APM) as part of the 2025 King’s Birthday Australian Honours List. Commander Bacon’s distinguished 38-year career with Northern Territory Police Force spans frontline service across Alice Springs, Tennant […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada officials to hold technical briefing on defence and security priorities Source: Government of Canada News June 8, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Government of Canada officials will hold a virtual technical briefing for media to provide information and answer questions, under embargo, related to Canada’s defence and security priorities. Date: Monday, June 9, 2025Time: 11:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT Media interested […]
MIL-OSI USA: Quiet Professionals Source: US State of Wyoming Story and photos by A1C Michael Swingen CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Every day, people flip on a light switch, run hot water, and turn up the A/C without giving it a second thought. Phones charge. Toilets flush. Stormwater drains away. Every day, people drive on smooth, paved roads and work in […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Motorists advised to expect delays: Greenlane Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays citybound from Greenlane this morning following a vehicle breakdown. The incident, between Greenlane and Market Roads, was reported to Police at about 6.30am. Road users are advised to expect delays or consider alternative routes to the CBD. ENDS. Nicole Bremner/NZ Police MIL OSI New […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Thailand, Cambodia reach deal on troop redeployment to ease border tensions 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 BANGKOK/PHNOM PENH, June 8 (Xinhua) — Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to redeploy troops to ease tensions after a brief clash earlier in the border area, Thai […]
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: Report highlights China’s maritime vision, int’l cooperation on ocean governance Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 16, 2024 shows a marine ranch in Dongxing, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. [Photo/Xinhua] Marking the 17th World Oceans Day, a new report highlighting China’s innovative ideas and practical experience in ocean governance was released in Shanghai on […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Federated Farmers launches KiwiSaver petition Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers has launched a nationwide petition calling on the Government to urgently change the KiwiSaver rules to help young farmers get their foot on the ladder. “Accessing your KiwiSaver to buy your first farm, flock, herd or home has been an incredibly hot topic for farmers,” Federated Farmers dairy chair Richard McIntyre […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Energy Sector Unites to Future-Proof Tomorrow’s Workforce Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa The Electricity Engineers’ Association (EEA) and Energy Resources Aotearoa have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to develop a comprehensive 2025 national energy workforce report and action plan. This collaborative initiative brings together two of New Zealand’s leading energy industry bodies to develop an evidence-based, sector-wide workforce strategy that encompasses electricity supply, […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Government proposes to extend ban on destructive bottom trawling Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Government proposes to extend ban on destructive bottom trawling Government proposals to ban bottom trawling in more vulnerable marine habitats aim to protect important and rare underwater life. Under the sea. Bottom trawling – a fishing method that involves dragging large nets along the sea […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Release: Timid tariff response fails New Zealanders Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government is failing New Zealanders by ‘being comfortable’ with a 10 percent tariff on all goods going into the US. “The Prime Minister’s timid view undermines the work of New Zealand governments over decades to support a trading system that offers security for exporters, importers and consumers,” Labour trade […]
MIL-OSI USA: WA leads multistate amicus opposing Trump’s public safety cuts Source: Washington State News SEATTLE – Washington state filed an amicus brief today decrying the Trump administration’s illegal budget cuts to public safety and in support of plaintiffs seeking to halt them. Building effective public safety systems requires engaging the people who experience crime and violence firsthand. Yet, two months ago, without warning and effective […]
MIL-OSI USA News: SUNDAY SHOWS: Pass the One Big Beautiful Bill Source: US Whitehouse This morning, officials were out in force talking about the historic benefits of President Donald J. Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, which will deliver unprecedented tax relief, generational welfare reform, and historic spending cuts. Here’s what you missed: Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought: “It is $1.4 trillion in reduced […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: PM launches national skills drive to unlock opportunities for young people in tech Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release PM launches national skills drive to unlock opportunities for young people in tech Pupils across the country will be given the skills and tools needed to get the AI-powered jobs of the future thanks to a new skills programme launched by the Prime Minister. 1 […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-OSI: AI Insider Takes Us Inside Trump and Musk’s Quiet Plan to Reboot America Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) BALTIMORE, June 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — New briefing reveals the creation of a secret AI system designed to reshape the country’s infrastructure, governance, and future — starting July 1. Bestselling author and longtime tech analyst James Altucher has released a stunning new report that pulls back the curtain on what he […]
MIL-OSI USA: SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Batesville to Relocate Source: United States Small Business Administration SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the relocation of its Batesville Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) from the Independence County Office of Emergency Management – EOC Building to the Independence County Courthouse beginning Monday, June 9 at 8:00 a.m. SBA opened the DLOC to provide personalized assistance to Batesville […]
MIL-OSI USA: SBA Opens Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Diaz and Pocahontas Source: United States Small Business Administration SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the opening of Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOCs) in the counties of Jackson and Randolph to assist small businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations and residents affected by severe storms and tornadoes occurring March 14-15 and also for those impacted by severe […]
MIL-OSI USA: Alaska Invasive Species Awareness Week Source: US State of Alaska Governor WHEREAS, the scenic mountains, meadows, rivers, and coastal bays of Alaska are prized for their diverse and abundant wild plants, fish, and wildlife, drawing more than two million visitors annually ; and WHEREAS, we rely on native flora and fauna, cultivated crops, and local livestock to feed our families, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Investing in New York’s Puerto Rican Communities Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul today announced new investments into nonprofit organizations whose missions are to advance and promote Puerto Rican culture, arts and education statewide. Puerto Rican culture is firmly grounded in New York State and across the country and Governor Hochul’s administration is committed to supporting the Puerto Rican […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Thailand, Cambodia reach deal on troop redeployment to ease border tensions 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 BANGKOK/PHNOM PENH, June 8 (Xinhua) — Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to redeploy troops to ease tensions after a brief clash earlier in the border area, Thai […]
MIL-OSI USA: Pelosi Reflects on History of the AIDS Crisis: “That’s Why I Came Here. I Came to Fight.” Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi Representing the 12th District of California Washington, D.C. – During World Pride celebrations in the nation’s capital, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi paid a solemn visit to the AIDS Memorial Quilt display at St. Thomas’ Parish in Dupont Circle. The exhibit honors members of the Gay […]
MIL-OSI USA: Statement from the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Korea Caucus Congratulating President-Elect Lee Jae-myung Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Joe Wilson (2nd District of South Carolina) Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC), Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA), Mike Kelly (R-PA), and Marilyn Strickland (D-WA)*** Co-Chairs of the Congressional Korea Caucus, released a statement on the election of Lee Jae-myung as President of the Republic of Korea: […]
MIL-OSI USA: Wilson, Nadler Reintroduce Bill Providing a Tax Credit to Living Organ Donors Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Joe Wilson (2nd District of South Carolina) Washington, D.C. – Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Jerry Nadler (D-NY) reintroduced the Living Organ Donor Tax Credit Act. The bill will provide a $5,000, one-time, refundable tax credit to living organ donors who were not reimbursed for the costs of organ […]
Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update: Unexplained death, Newtown Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard Wellington Police are continuing to make enquiries into an unexplained death in Newtown. At around 7.15pm on Saturday 7 June, Police were called to a property on Mansfield Street. Police’s enquiries are underway to determine the full circumstances of the incident. A scene examination is […]
MIL-OSI Australia: AFSM honour for fire services impact Source: Colin Brown AFSM is a dedicated and highly experienced firefighter and emergency services leader with more than 40 years of service to CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria. His longstanding career exemplifies outstanding leadership, innovation and service in firefighting, emergency management, aviation operations and community engagement. Beyond his distinguished service in frontline firefighting, Colin has […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Legacy of dedication and innovation Source: Peter Langridge’s legacy is one of dedication, innovation and an unwavering commitment to protecting those who serve on the frontline. His leadership and commitment to research have transformed CFA’s approach to firefighter health, safety and rehabilitation, and has earned him an Australian Fire Services Medal in today’s King’s Birthday Honours. “When I found out […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Name release, water incident, Boyle River Source: New Zealand Police Police can now name the man who died following a water incident in the Boyle River on Thursday 5 June. He was Phelan McDade, 25, from Napier. Police extends our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the matter are ongoing and the death will be […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fourth person charged with manslaughter over Loafers Lodge fire Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Olivia Meares: Wellington Police have charged a fourth person with manslaughter in relation to the fatal fire at Loafers Lodge in 2023. The 72-year-old Wellington man was arrested this morning and is due to appear in the Wellington District Court today. It follows the arrest of two […]
MIL-OSI USA: WA leads multistate amicus opposing Trump’s public safety cuts Source: Washington State News SEATTLE – Washington state filed an amicus brief today decrying the Trump administration’s illegal budget cuts to public safety and in support of plaintiffs seeking to halt them. Building effective public safety systems requires engaging the people who experience crime and violence firsthand. Yet, two months ago, without warning and effective […]
MIL-OSI Australia: National recognition for three experienced officers Source: New South Wales – News Three outstanding South Australia Police (SAPOL) officers have been acknowledged with Australian Police Medals (APM) in the 2025 King’s Birthday honours. Assistant Commissioner Ian Parrott, Superintendent Craig Wall, and Detective Senior Sergeant Rebecca Hughes are recognised for their dedication to policing and a collective 109 years of service. The […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Accident: Road closures Whitford-Maraetai Road Source: New Zealand Police Police have closed a section of Whitford-Maraetai Road near Waikopua Road due to a serious crash in the area around 6.45am. No alternate route is available and traffic is being turned around. Police are investigating a collision between a truck and car on Whitford-Maraetai Road. The driver of the car was […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Northern Territory Police Force – King’s Birthday Honours 2025 Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Congratulations to former member Commander Daniel Bacon who has been named today as a recipient of the Australian Police Medal (APM) as part of the 2025 King’s Birthday Australian Honours List. Commander Bacon’s distinguished 38-year career with Northern Territory Police Force spans frontline service across Alice Springs, Tennant […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Motorists advised to expect delays: Greenlane Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays citybound from Greenlane this morning following a vehicle breakdown. The incident, between Greenlane and Market Roads, was reported to Police at about 6.30am. Road users are advised to expect delays or consider alternative routes to the CBD. ENDS. Nicole Bremner/NZ Police MIL OSI New […]
MIL-OSI USA: Wilson Announces Commemorative Tree Dedication to Honor the late Congressman Floyd Spence Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Joe Wilson (2nd District of South Carolina) **MEDIA ADVISORY** Wilson Announces Commemorative Tree Dedication to Honor the late Congressman Floyd Spence Washington, D.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) will host the Dedication Ceremony for the Commemorative Tree to honor the life and legacy of the late Congressman Floyd Spence. Congressman Spence served […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fatal Crash, Station Road, Poroporo Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a serious crash in Poroporo overnight. At around 10pm, emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash on Station Road near Buller Road. Sadly, one person was located deceased at the scene. Three other people were transported to hospital in a serious condition. […]
MIL-OSI USA: MATSUI, SOTO, CASTOR, TONKO, AND COLLEAGUES DEMAND TRUMP ADMINISTRATION RELEASE ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09), Congresswoman Kathy Castor (FL-14), and Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20) led a group of 33 lawmakers in a letter to Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Executive Director Gloria Shepherd, demanding […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Massive fire breaks out at Kabul clothing market Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News KABUL, June 8 (Xinhua) — A massive fire broke out at a second-hand clothing market in the Afghan capital Kabul on Sunday morning, local TV channel Ariana News reported. As the TV channel noted, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Quigley Reintroduces Bill to Stop Black Market Guns Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) Today, U.S. Representative and Vice-Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Mike Quigley (IL-05) reintroduced the Trafficking Reduction and Criminal Enforcement (TRACE) Act to help the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) reduce the trafficking of illegal firearms and prevent criminals from obtaining these weapons. By repealing […]
MIL-Evening Report: Phil Goff: Israel doesn’t care how many innocent people it’s killing in Gaza COMMENTARY: By Phil Goff “What we are doing in Gaza now is a war of devastation: indiscriminate, limitless, cruel and criminal killing of civilians. It’s the result of government policy — knowingly, evilly, maliciously, irresponsibly dictated.” This statement was made not by a foreign or liberal critic of Israel but by the former Prime Minister […]
MIL-OSI Global: Canada must take action to prevent climate-related migration Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Christopher Campbell-Duruflé, Assistant Professor, Lincoln Alexander School of Law, Toronto Metropolitan University As wildfire season begins, the destructive impacts of climate change are being felt across Canada. Several communities in northern Saskatchewan have been issued evacuation orders due to wildfires. In Manitoba, Pimicikamak Cree Nation worked to evacuate […]
MIL-OSI Security: Family appeal for help to find missing boy not seen in three months Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police Police and the family of a 15-year-old boy are appealing to the public for their help to locate a missing teenager The family of a 15-year-old boy who has been missing since March are appealing for help to find him. Prince Watson, who lives in Ealing was last seen […]
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI Australia: CFA members honoured with Australian Fire Service Medal Source: This King’s Birthday four highly regarded CFA members have been awarded an Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM), in recognition of their outstanding service to CFA and their communities. The AFSM is the highest award for a member of an Australian fire service and as part of the Kings Birthday honours list, is awarded yearly […]
MIL-OSI Australia: AFSM honour for fire services impact Source: Colin Brown AFSM is a dedicated and highly experienced firefighter and emergency services leader with more than 40 years of service to CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria. His longstanding career exemplifies outstanding leadership, innovation and service in firefighting, emergency management, aviation operations and community engagement. Beyond his distinguished service in frontline firefighting, Colin has […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Prestigious award for experienced brigade captain Source: Sharon Merritt AFSM has received the prestigious Australian Fire Service Medal in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours for her outstanding service to CFA and the community. Sharon has been a CFA member for 28 years, initially as a volunteer firefighter and then a staff member for more than 15 years. Since 2003, Sharon has […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Legacy of dedication and innovation Source: Peter Langridge’s legacy is one of dedication, innovation and an unwavering commitment to protecting those who serve on the frontline. His leadership and commitment to research have transformed CFA’s approach to firefighter health, safety and rehabilitation, and has earned him an Australian Fire Services Medal in today’s King’s Birthday Honours. “When I found out […]
MIL-OSI Australia: CFA stalwart honoured for decades of bushfire safety leadership Source: CFA Wildfire Instructor and operational firefighter Anthony (Tony) Scicluna has been awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) in this year’s King’s Birthday honours for his outstanding dedication to firefighter training, safety culture and community service. Tony’s career in fire services spans more than four decades across both volunteer and career roles. During that […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Congratulations to David Turvey PSM! Source: Jobs and Skills Australia Congratulations to David Turvey PSM! Ebony Mon, 2025-06-09 08:58 News and updates June 9, 2025 David Turvey, Executive Director at Jobs and Skills Australia, has been awarded a Public Service Medal (PSM) in recognition of his outstanding public service in establishing the National Skills Commission and subsequently the formation of […]
MIL-OSI Australia: National recognition for three experienced officers Source: New South Wales – News Three outstanding South Australia Police (SAPOL) officers have been acknowledged with Australian Police Medals (APM) in the 2025 King’s Birthday honours. Assistant Commissioner Ian Parrott, Superintendent Craig Wall, and Detective Senior Sergeant Rebecca Hughes are recognised for their dedication to policing and a collective 109 years of service. The […]
MIL-Evening Report: Curious Kids: Why do dolphins jump out of the water? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Katharina J. Peters, Lecturer in Biological Sciences, University of Wollongong Will Falcon/Shutterstock Why do dolphins jump out of the water? Charlize, age 8, Melbourne Have you ever seen images of dolphins jumping out of the waves and performing impressive acrobatics in the air? Or maybe you’ve seen […]
MIL-Evening Report: How Trump’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mona Mashhadi Rajabi, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Technology Sydney Jade Gao/Getty Images When US President Donald Trump introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports the goal was to bring manufacturing back to American soil and protect local jobs. However, this process of re-shoring is complex and […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Northern Territory Police Force – King’s Birthday Honours 2025 Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Congratulations to former member Commander Daniel Bacon who has been named today as a recipient of the Australian Police Medal (APM) as part of the 2025 King’s Birthday Australian Honours List. Commander Bacon’s distinguished 38-year career with Northern Territory Police Force spans frontline service across Alice Springs, Tennant […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-Evening Report: Measles cases are surging globally. Should children be vaccinated earlier? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Meru Sheel, Associate Professor, Infectious Diseases, Immunisation and Emergencies (IDIE) Group, Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney EyeEm Mobile GmbH/Getty Images Measles has been rising globally in recent years. There were an estimated 10.3 million cases worldwide in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022. Outbreaks […]
MIL-Evening Report: What can you do if you don’t like your child’s friends? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rachael Murrihy, Director, The Kidman Centre, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney Getty Images/ Wander Woman Collective Many parents will be familiar with this situation: your child has a good or even best friend, but you don’t like them. Perhaps the friend is bossy, has poor […]
MIL-OSI: ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, Raising the Standard for Gaming Handhelds Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) KEY POINTS All-day comfort: Redesigned chassis is purpose-built to fit the hands like a real gamepad Seamless software experience: New Xbox® software offers the best of Xbox and Windows PC gaming in one handheld Efficiency and performance: Two new processors offer incredible AAA and indie gaming experiences LOS ANGELES, June 08, 2025 […]
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
Swimming-Canadian teen McIntosh shatters 400 metres freestyle record Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Canadian three-times Olympic champion Summer McIntosh set a world record in the women’s 400 metres freestyle at the Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria, British Columbia, on Saturday. The 18-year-old clocked 3:54.18 to better Australian Ariarne Titmus’ mark of 3:55.38 set at the 2023 World Championships in […]
MIL-OSI Australia: TV interview Andrew Clennell, Sky News Source: Australian Attorney General’s Agencies Andrew Clennell: Joining me live now is the Trade Minister, Don Farrell. Don Farrell, thanks for your time. Well, let’s talk about this first meeting with Donald Trump the PM is scheduled to have this week. Do you expect the meeting to occur and what do you expect to happen? […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Celebrating Capital of Equality Grants recipients Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Our CBR is the ACT Government’s key channel to connect with Canberrans and keep you up-to-date with what’s happening in the city. Our CBR includes a monthly print edition, email newsletter and website. You can easily opt in or out of the newsletter subscription at any time. MIL […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Serious crash Mansfield Park Source: New South Wales – News Police and emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash at Mansfield Park. Just before 6.30pm on Sunday 8 June, police and paramedics were called to Hanson Road after a person was struck by a car. Hanson Road is closed in both directions between Hamilton Road and […]
New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Weather News – Snow to ease, but more rain is on the way – MetService Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 9th – Thursday 12th June – Snow to ease, but more rain is on the way. Key points: Rain returns from Tuesday, especially for the upper North IslandThunderstorms possible on Tuesday for the northTemperatures rebound after a frosty start to JuneMore snow likely for the ski fields to kick off the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update: Unexplained death, Newtown Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard Wellington Police are continuing to make enquiries into an unexplained death in Newtown. At around 7.15pm on Saturday 7 June, Police were called to a property on Mansfield Street. Police’s enquiries are underway to determine the full circumstances of the incident. A scene examination is […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Men’s Health Week chance to check in on your mental health Source: New Zealand Government Men’s Health Week is a good and timely reminder that no one should ever feel ashamed or afraid to reach out for support with their mental health challenges in their time of need, Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey says.“New Zealand has made strides over the last couple of decades in […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Local News – Porirua to light up for Matariki Source: Porirua City Council Porirua is set to shine as we celebrate Matariki for 2025. The night sky will twinkle once more inside Te Rauparaha Arena, with delicious hāngi, performances and interactive displays, while our harbourside has a beautiful light display planned. Porirua Mayor Anita Baker says the long weekend and city activities are a perfect […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Federated Farmers launches KiwiSaver petition Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers has launched a nationwide petition calling on the Government to urgently change the KiwiSaver rules to help young farmers get their foot on the ladder. “Accessing your KiwiSaver to buy your first farm, flock, herd or home has been an incredibly hot topic for farmers,” Federated Farmers dairy chair Richard McIntyre […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Energy Sector Unites to Future-Proof Tomorrow’s Workforce Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa The Electricity Engineers’ Association (EEA) and Energy Resources Aotearoa have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to develop a comprehensive 2025 national energy workforce report and action plan. This collaborative initiative brings together two of New Zealand’s leading energy industry bodies to develop an evidence-based, sector-wide workforce strategy that encompasses electricity supply, […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Name release, water incident, Boyle River Source: New Zealand Police Police can now name the man who died following a water incident in the Boyle River on Thursday 5 June. He was Phelan McDade, 25, from Napier. Police extends our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the matter are ongoing and the death will be […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Business employment data: March 2025 quarter Business employment data: March 2025 quarter – information release 9 June 2025 Total actual filled jobs in the March 2025 quarter were 2.26 million. In the March 2025 quarter (compared with December 2024 quarter): total seasonally adjusted filled jobs were down 0.1 percent (2,499 jobs). For the year ended March 2025 compared with the year […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Business financial data: March 2025 quarter Business financial data: March 2025 quarter – information release 9 June 2025 For all business financial data (BFD) industries, in the March 2025 quarter compared with the March 2024 quarter: sales were $190 billion, up $6.1 billion (3.3 percent) purchases were $133 billion, up $4.6 billion (3.6 percent) salaries and wages were $31 billion, down […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fourth person charged with manslaughter over Loafers Lodge fire Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Olivia Meares: Wellington Police have charged a fourth person with manslaughter in relation to the fatal fire at Loafers Lodge in 2023. The 72-year-old Wellington man was arrested this morning and is due to appear in the Wellington District Court today. It follows the arrest of two […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Release: Timid tariff response fails New Zealanders Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government is failing New Zealanders by ‘being comfortable’ with a 10 percent tariff on all goods going into the US. “The Prime Minister’s timid view undermines the work of New Zealand governments over decades to support a trading system that offers security for exporters, importers and consumers,” Labour trade […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Release: Manawatū Gorge replacement opens toll-free Source: New Zealand Labour Party Thanks to a successful community-led campaign backed by Labour, Lower North Island locals are today celebrating the toll-free opening of Te Ahu a Turanga – Manawatū Tararua Highway. Local Labour MPs Tangi Utikere and Kieran McAnulty wore their Toll-Free Tararua t-shirts to celebrate the opening of the new road without […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Prevent you and your loved ones getting life-threatening listeriosis Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Food Safety wants people to take some practical steps to avoid a rare and life-threatening but preventable foodborne illness. “While rare, every year people die from listeriosis – a disease caused by the bacterium Listeria – and the effects are tragic for their families,” says New Zealand […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stage 3 of major Auckland hospital upgrade funded Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced a major investment to strengthen critical infrastructure at Auckland City Hospital and Greenlane Clinical Centre, as part of the third tranche of the Facilities Infrastructure Remediation Programme. “This Government is committed to investing in and upgrading critical infrastructure that supports our health system – […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Accident: Road closures Whitford-Maraetai Road Source: New Zealand Police Police have closed a section of Whitford-Maraetai Road near Waikopua Road due to a serious crash in the area around 6.45am. No alternate route is available and traffic is being turned around. Police are investigating a collision between a truck and car on Whitford-Maraetai Road. The driver of the car was […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Motorists advised to expect delays: Greenlane Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays citybound from Greenlane this morning following a vehicle breakdown. The incident, between Greenlane and Market Roads, was reported to Police at about 6.30am. Road users are advised to expect delays or consider alternative routes to the CBD. ENDS. Nicole Bremner/NZ Police MIL OSI New […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fatal Crash, Station Road, Poroporo Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a serious crash in Poroporo overnight. At around 10pm, emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash on Station Road near Buller Road. Sadly, one person was located deceased at the scene. Three other people were transported to hospital in a serious condition. […]
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Environment – Paddle-outs in seven locations show strength of opposition to seabed mining Source: Kiwis Against Seabed Mining On World Oceans Day, kiwis across the North Island’s west coast gathered today to paddle out in opposition to seabed mining, in seven different locations. The day started in Patea, South Taranaki at 0730 am, with a small but determined crew paddling out in freezing temperatures, including Debbie Ngawera Packer. Many […]
Baltic News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Presale Surges Past $3.8M as Final $6 Phase Nears Close Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, June 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The crypto community is buzzing as Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S) crosses a major milestone, raising $3.8 million in its ongoing presale. With over 11,000 participants already onboard and the token price still at just $6, this marks one of the most rapid early-stage raises of […]
MIL-OSI Video: GPS for the Moon & Uncertain Global Economic Outlook | WEF | Top Stories Week Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 Firm building a GPS for the Moon — A Spanish tech company, GMV, is developing LUPIN—a lunar GPS system that helps rovers and astronauts navigate the Moon’s surface safely. Designed with the European Space Agency, LUPIN identifies the best routes […]
Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
MIL-OSI Video: Ask @ State: Answering your questions — June 6, 2025 Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements) Under President Trump and Secretary Rubio, the U.S. Department of State is committed to answering your questions transparently and unfiltered. We want to make sure we’re getting information directly to you about how an America First foreign policy is making America great again. U.S. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Body of Hamas commander M. Sinwar recovered from Gaza tunnel – IDF 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 JERUSALEM, June 8 (Xinhua) — The Israeli military said Sunday it has recovered the body of Hamas military chief Mohammed Sinwar from a tunnel in the southern […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-Evening Report: Phil Goff: Israel doesn’t care how many innocent people it’s killing in Gaza COMMENTARY: By Phil Goff “What we are doing in Gaza now is a war of devastation: indiscriminate, limitless, cruel and criminal killing of civilians. It’s the result of government policy — knowingly, evilly, maliciously, irresponsibly dictated.” This statement was made not by a foreign or liberal critic of Israel but by the former Prime Minister […]
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SJ’s address at Ceremony for Admission of New Senior Counsel (English only) Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region SJ’s address at Ceremony for Admission of New Senior Counsel (English only) Chief Justice, members of the Judiciary, Chairman of the Bar (Hong Kong Bar Association), President of the Law Society (Law Society of Hong Kong), fellow members of the legal profession, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, On behalf […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Body of Hamas commander M. Sinwar recovered from Gaza tunnel – IDF 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 JERUSALEM, June 8 (Xinhua) — The Israeli military said Sunday it has recovered the body of Hamas military chief Mohammed Sinwar from a tunnel in the southern […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-OSI Russia: US nuclear deal proposal ‘insincere’ without sanctions relief: Iranian parliament speaker 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 8 (Xinhua) — The recent U.S. proposal to strike a deal with Tehran on Iran’s nuclear program is “contradictory and insincere” as it does not […]
MIL-Evening Report: Phil Goff: Israel doesn’t care how many innocent people it’s killing in Gaza COMMENTARY: By Phil Goff “What we are doing in Gaza now is a war of devastation: indiscriminate, limitless, cruel and criminal killing of civilians. It’s the result of government policy — knowingly, evilly, maliciously, irresponsibly dictated.” This statement was made not by a foreign or liberal critic of Israel but by the former Prime Minister […]
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Presale Surges Past $3.8M as Final $6 Phase Nears Close Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, June 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The crypto community is buzzing as Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S) crosses a major milestone, raising $3.8 million in its ongoing presale. With over 11,000 participants already onboard and the token price still at just $6, this marks one of the most rapid early-stage raises of […]
MIL-OSI China: Why Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is a must-watch for global businesses Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Photo taken on June 6, 2025 shows a delegation of consular corps and business communities in Hong Kong visiting Jinshan Software Park of Zhuhai in south China’s Guangdong Province. (Xinhua/Wang Xinyi) A delegation of consular corps and business communities in Hong Kong has just concluded a […]
MIL-OSI Video: Ask @ State: Answering your questions — June 6, 2025 Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements) Under President Trump and Secretary Rubio, the U.S. Department of State is committed to answering your questions transparently and unfiltered. We want to make sure we’re getting information directly to you about how an America First foreign policy is making America great again. U.S. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China U-22 Team Draws With Belarus U-21 Team in Friendly Match 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 MINSK, June 8 (Xinhua) — China’s U-22 men’s youth team played a 1-1 draw with Belarus’ U-21 team in a friendly match on Saturday. The game was […]
Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 9, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: Report highlights China’s maritime vision, int’l cooperation on ocean governance Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 16, 2024 shows a marine ranch in Dongxing, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. [Photo/Xinhua] Marking the 17th World Oceans Day, a new report highlighting China’s innovative ideas and practical experience in ocean governance was released in Shanghai on […]
MIL-Evening Report: Curious Kids: Why do dolphins jump out of the water? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Katharina J. Peters, Lecturer in Biological Sciences, University of Wollongong Will Falcon/Shutterstock Why do dolphins jump out of the water? Charlize, age 8, Melbourne Have you ever seen images of dolphins jumping out of the waves and performing impressive acrobatics in the air? Or maybe you’ve seen […]
MIL-Evening Report: How Trump’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mona Mashhadi Rajabi, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Technology Sydney Jade Gao/Getty Images When US President Donald Trump introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports the goal was to bring manufacturing back to American soil and protect local jobs. However, this process of re-shoring is complex and […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-Evening Report: Measles cases are surging globally. Should children be vaccinated earlier? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Meru Sheel, Associate Professor, Infectious Diseases, Immunisation and Emergencies (IDIE) Group, Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney EyeEm Mobile GmbH/Getty Images Measles has been rising globally in recent years. There were an estimated 10.3 million cases worldwide in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022. Outbreaks […]
MIL-Evening Report: What can you do if you don’t like your child’s friends? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rachael Murrihy, Director, The Kidman Centre, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney Getty Images/ Wander Woman Collective Many parents will be familiar with this situation: your child has a good or even best friend, but you don’t like them. Perhaps the friend is bossy, has poor […]
MIL-Evening Report: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on […]
MIL-OSI USA: Wilson, Nadler Reintroduce Bill Providing a Tax Credit to Living Organ Donors Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Joe Wilson (2nd District of South Carolina) Washington, D.C. – Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Jerry Nadler (D-NY) reintroduced the Living Organ Donor Tax Credit Act. The bill will provide a $5,000, one-time, refundable tax credit to living organ donors who were not reimbursed for the costs of organ […]
MIL-OSI Global: Canada must take action to prevent climate-related migration Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Christopher Campbell-Duruflé, Assistant Professor, Lincoln Alexander School of Law, Toronto Metropolitan University As wildfire season begins, the destructive impacts of climate change are being felt across Canada. Several communities in northern Saskatchewan have been issued evacuation orders due to wildfires. In Manitoba, Pimicikamak Cree Nation worked to evacuate […]
MIL-OSI Global: We design cities and buildings for earthquakes and floods — we need to do the same for wildfires Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Ramla Karim Qureshi, Assistant Professor, Structural Engineering, McMaster University We live in an age of increasing wildfire disasters because more of us are living in places where wildfires and human development collide. Right now, fast-moving wildfires are forcing mass evacuations and destroying homes across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and British […]
MIL-OSI Global: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on this […]
MIL-OSI Global: Tracking apps monitor remote employees’ performance — and invade their privacy Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Danielle E. Thompson, PhD Candidate, Sociology and Legal Studies, University of Waterloo Business owners and managers claim that monitoring apps improve worker productivity. (Shutterstock) Digital monitoring is now a regular part of our working reality. From CCTV cameras to call recording, surveillance in the workplace is not new. […]
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
MIL-OSI Africa: African prisoners made sound recordings in German camps in WW1: this is what they had to say Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Anette Hoffmann, Senior Researcher at the Institute for African Studies and Egyptology, University of Cologne During the first world war (1914-1918) thousands of African men enlisted to fight for France and Britain were captured and held as prisoners in Germany. Their stories and songs were recorded and archived […]
MIL-OSI Global: African prisoners made sound recordings in German camps in WW1: this is what they had to say Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Anette Hoffmann, Senior Researcher at the Institute for African Studies and Egyptology, University of Cologne During the first world war (1914-1918) thousands of African men enlisted to fight for France and Britain were captured and held as prisoners in Germany. Their stories and songs were recorded and archived […]
MIL-OSI China: Report: China committed to building South China Sea into sea of peace, friendship, cooperation Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News This photo shows the report, titled “Making the South China Sea a Sea of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation: China’s Actions” and published in both Chinese and English, released by Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with Xinhua News Agency, on World Oceans Day, June 8, 2025. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: US to Resume Issuing Visas to Harvard International Students – Media 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 NEW YORK, June 8 (Xinhua) — The U.S. State Department on Friday evening instructed consulates around the world to resume processing visa applications for international students applying […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Uppsala University Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction Mission .Uppsala University is the oldest Nordic university, founded in 1477. Today it is a comprehensive research university with a clear mission: to pursue top-quality research and education and to interact constructively with society, thus contributing to a better world. MIL OSI United Nations News –
MIL-Evening Report: Curious Kids: Why do dolphins jump out of the water? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Katharina J. Peters, Lecturer in Biological Sciences, University of Wollongong Will Falcon/Shutterstock Why do dolphins jump out of the water? Charlize, age 8, Melbourne Have you ever seen images of dolphins jumping out of the waves and performing impressive acrobatics in the air? Or maybe you’ve seen […]
MIL-Evening Report: How Trump’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mona Mashhadi Rajabi, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Technology Sydney Jade Gao/Getty Images When US President Donald Trump introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports the goal was to bring manufacturing back to American soil and protect local jobs. However, this process of re-shoring is complex and […]
MIL-Evening Report: Can Israel still claim self-defence to justify its Gaza war? Here’s what the law says Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Donald Rothwell, Professor of International Law, Australian National University On October 7 2023, more than 1,000 Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and went on a killing spree, murdering 1,200 men, women and children and abducting another 250 people to take back to Gaza. It was the […]
MIL-Evening Report: Measles cases are surging globally. Should children be vaccinated earlier? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Meru Sheel, Associate Professor, Infectious Diseases, Immunisation and Emergencies (IDIE) Group, Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney EyeEm Mobile GmbH/Getty Images Measles has been rising globally in recent years. There were an estimated 10.3 million cases worldwide in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022. Outbreaks […]
MIL-Evening Report: What can you do if you don’t like your child’s friends? Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rachael Murrihy, Director, The Kidman Centre, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney Getty Images/ Wander Woman Collective Many parents will be familiar with this situation: your child has a good or even best friend, but you don’t like them. Perhaps the friend is bossy, has poor […]
MIL-Evening Report: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on […]
MIL-Evening Report: Phil Goff: Israel doesn’t care how many innocent people it’s killing in Gaza COMMENTARY: By Phil Goff “What we are doing in Gaza now is a war of devastation: indiscriminate, limitless, cruel and criminal killing of civilians. It’s the result of government policy — knowingly, evilly, maliciously, irresponsibly dictated.” This statement was made not by a foreign or liberal critic of Israel but by the former Prime Minister […]
MIL-OSI Global: Canada must take action to prevent climate-related migration Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Christopher Campbell-Duruflé, Assistant Professor, Lincoln Alexander School of Law, Toronto Metropolitan University As wildfire season begins, the destructive impacts of climate change are being felt across Canada. Several communities in northern Saskatchewan have been issued evacuation orders due to wildfires. In Manitoba, Pimicikamak Cree Nation worked to evacuate […]
MIL-OSI Global: We design cities and buildings for earthquakes and floods — we need to do the same for wildfires Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Ramla Karim Qureshi, Assistant Professor, Structural Engineering, McMaster University We live in an age of increasing wildfire disasters because more of us are living in places where wildfires and human development collide. Right now, fast-moving wildfires are forcing mass evacuations and destroying homes across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and British […]
MIL-OSI Global: Why bystanders defend bad behaviour at work — even when they know it’s wrong Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Zhanna Lyubykh, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University Rather than intervening, supporting targets or reporting the misconduct, bystanders may downplay it, withdraw support or even blame the target, which ultimately reinforces the mistreatment. (Shutterstock) “You always mess things up. Why are you even on this […]
MIL-OSI Global: Tracking apps monitor remote employees’ performance — and invade their privacy Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Danielle E. Thompson, PhD Candidate, Sociology and Legal Studies, University of Waterloo Business owners and managers claim that monitoring apps improve worker productivity. (Shutterstock) Digital monitoring is now a regular part of our working reality. From CCTV cameras to call recording, surveillance in the workplace is not new. […]
MIL-Evening Report: New Zealand’s foreign policy stance on Palestine lacks transparency COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs It is difficult to understand what sits behind the New Zealand government’s unwillingness to sanction, or threaten to sanction, the Israeli government for its genocide against the Palestinian people. The United Nations, human rights groups, legal experts and now genocide experts have all agreed it really is “genocide” which is being […]
MIL-OSI Global: African prisoners made sound recordings in German camps in WW1: this is what they had to say Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Anette Hoffmann, Senior Researcher at the Institute for African Studies and Egyptology, University of Cologne During the first world war (1914-1918) thousands of African men enlisted to fight for France and Britain were captured and held as prisoners in Germany. Their stories and songs were recorded and archived […]
MIL-OSI Global: Eating wild meat carries serious health risks – why it still happens along the Kenya-Tanzania border Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Ekta Patel, Scientist, International Livestock Research Institute Pastoralist communities, their livestock and diverse wildlife species coexist within a biodiversity-rich landscape stretching along the Kenya–Tanzania border. However, at this wildlife-livestock interface, local communities face mounting challenges. Shifts in land use, prolonged droughts, erratic rainfall patterns and increasing land degradation […]
MIL-Evening Report: ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for June 8, 2025 ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on June 8, 2025. Bougainville wants independence. China’s support for a controversial mine could pave the wayANALYSIS: By Anna-Karina Hermkens, Macquarie University Bougainville, an autonomous archipelago currently part of Papua New Guinea, is determined to become the world’s newest country. To support this process, […]
