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China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI China: Barca demotion sparks Ter Stegen’s doubts over Germany future
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s reported demotion at Barcelona has raised fresh concerns about his standing in Germany’s national team just a year before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Spanish and German media reports, including Sport, Mundo Deportivo and Kicker, new Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has […]

MIL-OSI China: China unveils catalogue of green finance-supported projects
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 — China’s financial authorities on Monday unveiled a catalogue of green finance-supported projects, as part of efforts to strengthen green finance’s role in driving the country’s green transition in economic and social development and advancing the “Beautiful China” initiative. The 2025 edition of […]

MIL-OSI China: Oriental white storks in artificial nests in Fujin City, NE China
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Oriental white storks in artificial nests in Fujin City, NE China Updated: July 15, 2025 07:33 Xinhua A drone photo taken on July 13, 2025 shows oriental white storks in an artificial nest at Sanhuanpao National Nature Reserve, in Fujin City, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. Midsummer […]

MIL-OSI China: Women’s Asia Cup: Australia cruise, S. Korea seal last-second win
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Australia, South Korea and Japan all claimed victories in Monday’s group-stage matches at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup, with Australia cruising past Lebanon, Japan edging the Philippines and South Korea sealing a dramatic last-second win over New Zealand. Australia continued its dominant run with a […]

MIL-OSI China: Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States will send weapons to Ukraine through NATO, and threatened “severe tariffs” targeting Russia if a ceasefire deal is not reached in 50 days. Trump announced an agreement with NATO regarding weapons to assist Ukraine while meeting […]

MIL-OSI China: China launches Tianzhou-9 cargo craft to send space station supplies
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A Long March-7 Y10 rocket carrying cargo spacecraft Tianzhou-9 blasts off from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in south China’s Hainan Province, July 15, 2025. China launched the cargo spacecraft Tianzhou-9 in the early morning on Tuesday to deliver supplies for its orbiting Tiangong space station, […]

MIL-OSI China: China, EU hold high-level environment, climate dialogue
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and Teresa Ribera, Executive Vice President of the European Commission, hold the sixth China-EU High-Level Environment and Climate Dialogue jointly in Beijing, […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Tribunal Initiates Inquiry—Cast Iron Soil Pipe from China
Source: Government of Canada News (2) Ottawa, Ontario, July 14, 2025—The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by Canada Pipe Company ULC, d/b/a Bibby‑Ste‑Croix, of Sainte-Croix, Quebec, that it has suffered injury as a result of the dumping and subsidizing of cast iron soil pipe from China. The […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China, EU hold 6th High-Level Dialogue on Environment and Climate
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China’s express delivery sector maintains growth momentum in H1 2025
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — China’s express delivery market showed stable growth in the first half of […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China does not seek competitive advantage through currency devaluation – deputy head of the Central Bank
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — China does not seek to gain an international competitive advantage through currency […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China-Russia cooperation refutes Western-imposed misconceptions about Chinese industrial policy – Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Moscow, July 14 /Xinhua/ — Cooperation between China and Russia refutes the Western-imposed claims that “China’s industrial […]

MIL-OSI China: Japan urged to exercise prudence in military, security fields

China on Monday urged Japan to draw lessons from history, in a bid to exercise prudence in security issues as this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — China on Monday urged Japan to draw lessons from history, in a bid to exercise prudence in security issues as this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China urges Japan to exercise military and security caution – Chinese Defense Ministry /more details/
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — China on Monday urged Japan to learn from history and be prudent […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Minister-Counsellor Fan Xuecheng Attends China-Uganda Cultural and Educational Exchange Activities
Source: APO – Report: . On July 11, 2024, Minister-Counsellor Fan Xuecheng of the Chinese Embassy in Uganda attended a series of cultural and educational exchange activities at Luyanzi Institute of Technology and Makerere University. The activities were joined by Professor Zhu Hui, Vice Chairperson of the University Council of Zhejiang University; Ms. Wang Lihong, […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China and India should adhere to the course of good-neighborliness and friendship – Chinese Foreign Minister
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — China and India should adhere to the policy of good-neighborliness and friendship […]

India-China relationship gradually moving in a positive direction: EAM Jaishankar
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Monday said that the India-China relationship has been gradually moving in a positive direction since the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Kazan in October 2024. “Our bilateral relationship requires that we take […]

MIL-OSI China: China expands trade network amid protectionism
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Facing unilateralism and protectionism, China has continued to broaden its global trade network in the first half of this year, said a China Customs official Monday. The country’s trade volume with Africa and Central Asia grew 14.4% and 13.8%, respectively. MIL OSI China News –

MIL-OSI China: China issues 12.92 trillion yuan in new loans in H1
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China issued 12.92 trillion yuan (about 1.81 trillion U.S. dollars) in new yuan-denominated loans in the first half of the year, the central bank data showed on Monday. At the end of June, outstanding yuan loans amounted to 268.56 trillion yuan, up 7.1 percent year on […]

MIL-OSI China: China expresses condolences over passing of Nigerian former President Buhari
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 — China expresses deep condolences over the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday. “China expresses sincere sympathies to the Nigerian government and people, as well as to former president Buhari’s family,” Lin told […]

Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Cost of living remains priority in Q3
Source: New Zealand Government Continuing to address cost of living pressures over the coming months is key as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon reveals a fresh set of targeted Government actions in the Q3 Action Plan. “While it’s still tough out there for too many Kiwis, our Government’s focus on unlocking economic growth is starting to […]

MIL-Evening Report: Hung parliament still likely outcome of Tasmanian election, with Liberals well ahead of Labor in new poll
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adrian Beaumont, Election Analyst (Psephologist) at The Conversation; and Honorary Associate, School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Melbourne A new Tasmanian DemosAU poll gives the Liberals a 34.9–24.7 statewide vote lead over Labor, implying the Liberals will win the most seats but be short of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Republican Energy and Water Development Funding Bill Increases Energy Costs
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) Despite Heightened Risks, Bill Makes Americans More Vulnerable to Nuclear Threats **STATE-BY-STATE FACT SHEET** Republicans Slash Vital Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Funding for States Washington, DC — House Appropriations Committee Republicans today released the draft fiscal year 2026 Energy and Water Development […]

MIL-OSI USA: Republicans Proceed with Bill to Increase Energy Costs and Make Americans More Vulnerable to Nuclear Threats
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) **STATE-BY-STATE FACT SHEET** Republicans Slash Vital Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Funding for States Washington, DC — During today’s Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Subcommittee markup of the 2026 funding bill, House Democrats exposed how the bill increases costs for American households, undermines […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Economy – RBNZ explores the impact of an ageing population on the financial system
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 15 July 2025 – New Zealand faces an economic shift as the population ages, according to the Reserve Bank of New Zealand in a Financial Stability Report special topic article released today. While the economic impact will unfold slowly, the Reserve Bank is urging financial institutions to understand and be […]

MIL-OSI USA: LEADER JEFFRIES: “REPUBLICANS HAVEN’T DONE A DAMN THING TO MAKE LIFE MORE AFFORDABLE FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York) Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue pushing back against Republicans’ One Big Ugly Law which rewards billionaires while stripping food and healthcare from the American people. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good afternoon, […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Turning the Tide: Democratic Republic of Congo’s Emergency Food Production Project Sows Resilience, Plants Hope
Source: African Development Bank Group In the early morning, the fields stretch as far as the eye can see, bathed in the soft light of the rising sun. In Kwilu, Kasai, and Tshopo provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), rural communities are reclaiming their land with renewed energy. Here, every furrow in […]

MIL-OSI Economics: African Development Bank and CIF to launch report on increasing business opportunities, access to credit for women in renewable energy in Uganda,…
Source: African Development Bank Group What:        Launch of report: Increasing Business Opportunities and Access to Credit for Women in Renewable Energy in Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda   Who:         African Development Bank and Climate Investment Funds When:       July 14, 2025 – 2:00pm – 4:00 pm EAT Where:     Zoom: https://afdb.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gFMNsnCCSMy_ovBU0N7HxA The African Development Bank will launch […]

MIL-OSI Economics: African Development Bank Project Enhances Water Access in Malawi Town
Source: African Development Bank Group In the green hills of Rumphi, northern Malawi, the hum of progress can be heard at the newly established Rumphi Technical College. With its modern buildings, new equipment, and a sense of optimism, the college has quickly become a symbol of opportunity. MIL OSI Economics –

MIL-OSI China: China, EU hold high-level environment, climate dialogue
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and Teresa Ribera, Executive Vice President of the European Commission, hold the sixth China-EU High-Level Environment and Climate Dialogue jointly in Beijing, […]

MIL-OSI: Free Cloud Mining Revolution: BAY Miner Launches App for Effortless Bitcoin and Dogecoin Mining
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) London, UK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an audacious attempt to democratize crypto mining, BAY Miner has created a groundbreaking mobile application to mine Bitcoin (BTC) and Dogecoin (DOGE) which requires no investment or even technical proficiency. By using BAY Miner clients don’t need to purchase hardware, worry about utility […]

MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Energy Secretary: The World Needs More Reliable American Energy
Source: US Department of Energy The Economist July 14, 2025 “Climate change is a by-product of progress, not an existential crisis, says Trump’s energy czar” By Chris Wright, Secretary of Energy Nearly every aspect of modern life depends upon energy. It fuels opportunity, lifts people out of poverty and saves lives. That is why, as […]

MIL-OSI USA: Joint Statement from Senators Graham and Blumenthal
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for South Carolina Lindsey Graham WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut) today made this joint statement after President Trump made a series of announcements regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, including his intention to impose secondary tariffs on Russia if they do not agree to […]

MIL-OSI Economics: 2025 House Transportation Joint Trades Maritime Workforce Letter
Source: Independent Petroleum Association of America Headline: 2025 House Transportation Joint Trades Maritime Workforce Letter Jul 11, 2025 2025 House Transportation Joint Trades Maritime Workforce Letter Dear Chair Graves and Ranking Member Larsen: President Trump’s directive that the U.S. government “unleash American energy” (Executive Order 14154) has helped set the country on a course of […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Eliza Drake’s Story
Source: International Association of Drilling Contractors – IADC Headline: Eliza Drake’s Story The following is part of IADC’s 85th anniversary campaign, “Many Stories, One Voice,” which aims to showcase the real human stories behind the drilling industry.  Eliza Drake – IADC Young Professionals Committee Networking/Social Subcommittee Chair; Marketing Representative for Caterpillar Oil & Gas Eliza […]

MIL-OSI: Rivalry Reports Q1 2025 Results Highlighting Strengthened Unit Economics, Operating Leverage, and Strategic Progress
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TORONTO, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rivalry Corp. (the “Company” or “Rivalry”) (TSXV: RVLY), an internationally regulated sports betting and media company, today announced financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025 (“Q1 2025”). All dollar figures are quoted in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. Q1 2025 was the […]

MIL-OSI: AI Mining Revolutionizes Ripple’s XRP, PFMCrypto Launches Smart Mining Contracts for Smarter Crypto Rewards
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York, NY, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Ripple’s XRP ecosystem gains global momentum, PFMCrypto is proud to introduce a major leap in accessible crypto mining: the launch of XRP-focused cloud mining contracts. Now available on both web and mobile platforms, these flexible short-term contracts allow users to mine XRP […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Bill Pickering’s Story
Source: International Association of Drilling Contractors – IADC Headline: Bill Pickering’s Story The following is part of IADC’s 85th anniversary campaign, “Many Stories, One Voice,” which aims to showcase the real human stories behind the drilling industry.  Bill Pickering – IADC Young Professionals Committee Co-Chair; Manager at Precision Drilling Bill standing in front of a […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China, EU hold 6th High-Level Dialogue on Environment and Climate
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera […]

MIL-OSI USA: July 14th, 2025

Heinrich Announces Committee Passage of Over $12.5 Million for New Mexico
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich Investments Heinrich championed fully fund SNAP & WIC, increase funding for the Southwest Border Commission, support Tribes & farmers, provide rental assistance, & more WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced the bipartisan Senate Appropriations Committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 […]

Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: ABC’s and CBS’s settlements with Trump are a dangerous step toward the commander in chief becoming the editor-in-chief
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michael J. Socolow, Professor of Communication and Journalism, University of Maine Will settlements by news companies with President Donald Trump turn journalists into puppets? MARHARYTA MARKO/iStock Getty Images Plus It was a surrender widely foreseen. For months, rumors abounded that Paramount would eventually settle the seemingly frivolous […]

MIL-OSI USA: Murphy, Connecticut Delegation Announce Nearly $1 Million in Federal Funding for Connecticut Airports
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Connecticut – Chris Murphy July 14, 2025 HARTFORD–Today, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and the Connecticut Congressional delegation announced that Bradley International Airport, Hartford-Brainard Airport, and Meriden Markham Municipal Airport have received nearly $1 million in federal grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation. “Nearly $1 million […]

MIL-OSI USA: Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Groom Curriculum
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) Published: July 14, 2025 Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Africa – Unlocking Opportunity: How India can Harness the Africa Corridor to Grow Merchandise Exports (By Shivank Goel)
Source: Rand Merchant Bank From tech stack adoption in countries like Ghana and Angola, to partnerships between Indian public sector firms and African energy providers, the bilateral relationship is rapidly deepening SANDTON, South Africa, July 14, 2025 – By Shivank Goel, an Indo-Africa Corridor Specialist at RMB (www.RMB.co.za) At GTR Africa 2025, a diverse panel […]

MIL-OSI: Antalpha Appoints Derar Islim as Chief Operating Officer
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) SINGAPORE, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Antalpha Platform Holding Company (NASDAQ: ANTA) (“Antalpha” or the “Company”), a leading fintech platform serving the Bitcoin mining ecosystem, today announced the appointment of Derar Islim as Chief Operating Officer of the Company and CEO of Americas & EMEA, effective immediately. “Derar brings a wealth […]

MIL-OSI: FIND MINING launchs a new zero-investment APP to help you mine BTC and XRP for free. To cater to BTC breaking through the $121K mark
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) London, UK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BTC is rising strongly, and the crypto market is facing unprecedented new opportunities Bitcoin has continued to rise in the past few weeks, mainly benefiting from global macroeconomic uncertainty, increased demand to fight inflation, and continued inflows of ETF funds. The current price is […]

MIL-OSI USA: Additional Tennessee Counties Designated Under Amended Presidential Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance
Source: United States Small Business Administration ATLANTA – In response to an amended Presidential disaster declaration, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in three additional Tennessee counties affected by severe storms, straight line winds, tornadoes and flooding occurring April 2–24, 2025. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Economy – RBNZ explores the impact of an ageing population on the financial system
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 15 July 2025 – New Zealand faces an economic shift as the population ages, according to the Reserve Bank of New Zealand in a Financial Stability Report special topic article released today. While the economic impact will unfold slowly, the Reserve Bank is urging financial institutions to understand and be […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rural News – Alternative grass grub weapon now urgent – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers says urgent action is needed to plug a looming gap in treatments to fight native grass grub, which costs the agricultural sector hundreds of millions of dollars each year. “This is our biggest agricultural pest by a country mile, yet there’s a real risk farmers’ arsenal to fight it will soon […]

MIL-OSI USA: Senator Collins Announces More Than $2.2 Million for Airport Improvements Across Maine
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Maine Susan Collins Published: July 14, 2025 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that six Maine airports will receive a total of $2,263,425 to support important infrastructure improvements. The funding comes from the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Fiscal Year […]

MIL-OSI China: China unveils catalogue of green finance-supported projects
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 — China’s financial authorities on Monday unveiled a catalogue of green finance-supported projects, as part of efforts to strengthen green finance’s role in driving the country’s green transition in economic and social development and advancing the “Beautiful China” initiative. The 2025 edition of […]

MIL-OSI: XRP continues to rise. Mint Miner launches mobile cloud mining APP to help increase asset value.
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Texas City, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As XRP continues to rise strongly, investors’ demand for efficient management and value-added digital assets is growing. In line with this trend, Mint Miner, the world’s leading green cloud mining platform, launched a mobile cloud mining APP-users can directly use the Ripple currency (XRP) […]

MIL-OSI China: Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States will send weapons to Ukraine through NATO, and threatened “severe tariffs” targeting Russia if a ceasefire deal is not reached in 50 days. Trump announced an agreement with NATO regarding weapons to assist Ukraine while meeting […]

MIL-OSI: XRP is attracting much attention, and LET Mining has launched a new cloud mining service program to obtain daily income
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Remittix (RTX) has attracted much attention from many investors, especially in the cross-border payment market. It is hailed as the most worthwhile cryptocurrency to buy at present.In response, LET Mining, the world’s leading intelligent cloud mining platform, launched a new mining service […]

MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Announces Arrests and Arraignment in $1 Million Pizza Franchise Scam
Source: US State of California Monday, July 14, 2025 Contact: (916) 210-6000, agpressoffice@doj.ca.gov OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the arrest and arraignment of two defendants for a complex fraud scheme, in which the defendants allegedly defrauded victims of more than $1 million in investments into franchises or stock options for a company […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Review of Merchant Card Payment Costs and Surcharging
Source: Airservices Australia The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has today released a Consultation Paper as part of its Review of Merchant Card Payment Costs and Surcharging. This follows an extensive public consultation process since the release of an Issues Paper in October 2024. The Payments System Board has reached the preliminary view that it […]

MIL-OSI: Dave Announces Promotion of Kyle Beilman to CFO & COO
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Los Angeles, CA, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dave Inc. (“Dave” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: DAVE), one of the nation’s leading neobanks, today announced the promotion of Kyle Beilman to Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer, effective as of July 11, 2025. Since joining Dave, Kyle has played a pivotal […]

MIL-OSI USA: SBA Offers Relief to Missouri Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Adverse Weather Conditions
Source: United States Small Business Administration SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Missouri to offset economic losses caused by a tornado, rain, flooding, hail, high winds and lightning occurring April 2-7. The declaration covers the […]

Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI USA: In Committee, Rosen Helps Advance Bipartisan National Defense Bill with Major Wins for Nevada
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) Senator Rosen Helped Write And Pass the Legislation To Provide A 3.8% Pay Raise for Troops, Deliver For Nevada’s National Security Installations, And Benefit Nevada Servicemembers WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced several major wins for servicemembers in Nevada that she […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Hegseth Thanks German Counterpart for Stepping Up to Defense Challenges
Source: United States Department of Defense Germany committed to a permanent brigade in Lithuania, a sizable purchase of F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, an increase in defense spending and being a key nexus for providing support to Ukraine during a meeting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Secures Provisions to Strengthen Public Trust in the Military and Enhance Civil Rights in Committee-Passed NDAA
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 14, 2025 The Senator also secures provision to require servicemembers be trained on rules regarding use of force on U.S. soil [WASHINGTON, D.C.] — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC)—successfully secured a […]

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Secures IVF Coverage Expansion for Servicemembers and Military Families in Committee-Passed NDAA
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 14, 2025 The Senator’s NDAA provisions would ensure our servicemembers receive the same level of IVF coverage that Members of Congress and other federal workers already have [WASHINGTON, D.C.] — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—who served in the Reserve Forces […]

MIL-OSI USA: Bergman Secures Major Wins in NDAA to Boost Military Readiness, Energy Independence, and Housing for Servicemembers
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-1) Bergman Secures Major Wins in NDAA to Boost Military Readiness, Energy Independence, and Housing for Servicemembers Washington, July 14, 2025 Washington – Today, Rep. Jack Bergman, Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, issued the following statement in support of the FY26 National […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: National two-minute silence to mark VJ Day 80
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release National two-minute silence to mark VJ Day 80 National two-minute silence will be held at 12 noon on 15 August 2025 to honour the 80th anniversary of VJ Day Event at National Memorial Arboretum to honour VJ veterans will be broadcast live Red Arrows will […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen
Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. The leaders focused on how to make Canada and the European Union (EU) stronger and more competitive faced with changing trade relationships and economic uncertainty. They discussed deepening their strategic […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense Contractor Berg Co. Agrees to Pay $3.3M to Resolve Allegations of Causing Fraudulent Bids
Source: United States Attorneys General Berg Companies Inc. (Berg) has agreed to pay $3.3 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by submitting, or causing the submission of, false claims under prime vendor contracts with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), which the Department of Defense (DoD) uses to purchase goods and […]

MIL-OSI USA: Defense Contractor Berg Co. Agrees to Pay $3.3M to Resolve Allegations of Causing Fraudulent Bids
Source: US Justice – Antitrust Division Headline: Defense Contractor Berg Co. Agrees to Pay $3.3M to Resolve Allegations of Causing Fraudulent Bids Berg Companies Inc. (Berg) has agreed to pay $3.3 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by submitting, or causing the submission of, false claims under prime vendor contracts […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Sea Breeze 25-2 Concludes Showcasing Unified Mine Warfare Capabilities off UK Coast
Source: United States Navy PORTLAND PORT, England – Exercise Sea Breeze 25-2 officially concluded following two weeks of multinational mine countermeasure operations in the waters off the United Kingdom’s southern coast July 11, 2025. Exercise Sea Breeze 25-2 officially concluded following two weeks of multinational mine countermeasure operations in the waters off the United Kingdom’s southern […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: SecAF, CSAF visit Whiteman AFB following Operation Midnight Hammer
Source: United States Airforce Department of the Air Force leaders commended top performers within the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings during a visit to Whiteman AFB. WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. (AFNS) —   Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin visited Whiteman Air Force Base on July 10 to commend Airmen […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: 354th AEW provides combat airpower to REFORPAC 25
Source: United States Airforce During the exercise the 354th AEW will rapidly deploy and regionally maneuver fifth-generation capabilities like the F-35A Lightning II while executing Agile Combat Employment techniques. ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam (AFNS) —   The 354th Air Expeditionary Wing is participating in exercise Resolute Force Pacific 25, to test its ability to quickly and effectively […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: USS Omaha (LCS 12) Returns to Homeport
Source: United States Navy From Petty Officer 2nd Class Kassandra Alanis and Lt.j.g. Tahj Clements SAN DIEGO – The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Omaha (LCS 12) arrived at its San Diego homeport July 11, following a 10-month rotational deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. “I’m excited to welcome home the crew […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Joins Trilateral Chiefs of Defense in South Korea
Source: United States Navy SEOUL, South Korea — Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited South Korea on July 11, 2025, where he joined senior U.S., Japanese and South Korean military and government officials to underscore the criticality of trilateral military cooperation for addressing security challenges on the Korean Peninsula and in the Indo-Pacific. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: READOUT: Pacific Fleet Commander’s Travel to Republic of the Philippines July 9-11, 2025
Source: United States Navy MANILA, Philippines – Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, traveled to the Republic of the Philippines alongside Fleet Master Chief Don Davis, July 9-11, 2025 to reaffirm the steadfast and enduring U.S.-Philippine alliance which is critical to advancing the two countries’ shared interests, signaling unwavering resolve, and aligning efforts to […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: USS Frank Cable Departs Suva, Fiji, following Port Visit
Source: United States Navy SUVA, Fiji – Forward-deployed U.S. Navy submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) departed Fiji following a scheduled port visit on July 11, 2025. Frank Cable is underway supporting 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, operating with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (SOC) Complete Rigorous COMPTUEX, Declared Ready for Global Missions
Source: United States Navy ATLANTIC OCEAN – The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit-Special Operations Capable (MEU (SOC)) successfully completed Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), demonstrating the ability to jointly operate across a full spectrum of military operations. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: U.S. Marines launch Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 in Australia’s north
Source: United States Navy DARWIN, Australia — U.S. Marines with the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D) 25.3 Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) are taking part in Exercise Talisman Sabre 25, Australia’s largest bilateral military exercise, to enhance interoperability and strengthen ties with the Australian Defence Force and U.S. Army joint forces across the Northern […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Provocations and incitement of war by armed groups advocating for “Taiwan independence” will only lead to their self-destruction – PRC Ministry of Defense
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) — Provocations and warmongering by armed groups advocating “Taiwan independence” are useless and […]

MIL-OSI USA: King Asserts Role on Armed Services Committee to Support Maine Economy and Strengthen National Security
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Maine Angus King WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), worked with his committee colleagues this week to secure strong investments in Maine’s economy and America’s defense posture through the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This […]

Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI USA: Republican Energy and Water Development Funding Bill Increases Energy Costs
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) Despite Heightened Risks, Bill Makes Americans More Vulnerable to Nuclear Threats **STATE-BY-STATE FACT SHEET** Republicans Slash Vital Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Funding for States Washington, DC — House Appropriations Committee Republicans today released the draft fiscal year 2026 Energy and Water Development […]

MIL-OSI USA: Republicans Proceed with Bill to Increase Energy Costs and Make Americans More Vulnerable to Nuclear Threats
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) **STATE-BY-STATE FACT SHEET** Republicans Slash Vital Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Funding for States Washington, DC — During today’s Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Subcommittee markup of the 2026 funding bill, House Democrats exposed how the bill increases costs for American households, undermines […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Feedback sought on national fuel security plan
Source: New Zealand Government The Coalition Government is seeking feedback on a draft Fuel Security Plan that provides a long-term strategy to ensure New Zealanders have reliable access to fuel in times of domestic and global disruption, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says. “As a small and remote island nation that imports nearly all of […]

MIL-OSI: Cavvy to Hold Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Second Quarter 2025 Results
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Not For Distribution to United States News Wire Services or Dissemination in United States CALGARY, Alberta, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cavvy Energy Ltd. (“Cavvy” or the “Company”) (TSX:CVVY) will release its financial and operating results for the second quarter 2025, on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, after markets close. President & […]

MIL-OSI Economics: African Development Bank and CIF to launch report on increasing business opportunities, access to credit for women in renewable energy in Uganda,…
Source: African Development Bank Group What:        Launch of report: Increasing Business Opportunities and Access to Credit for Women in Renewable Energy in Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda   Who:         African Development Bank and Climate Investment Funds When:       July 14, 2025 – 2:00pm – 4:00 pm EAT Where:     Zoom: https://afdb.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gFMNsnCCSMy_ovBU0N7HxA The African Development Bank will launch […]

MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Energy Secretary: The World Needs More Reliable American Energy
Source: US Department of Energy The Economist July 14, 2025 “Climate change is a by-product of progress, not an existential crisis, says Trump’s energy czar” By Chris Wright, Secretary of Energy Nearly every aspect of modern life depends upon energy. It fuels opportunity, lifts people out of poverty and saves lives. That is why, as […]

MIL-OSI USA: Bergman Secures Major Wins in NDAA to Boost Military Readiness, Energy Independence, and Housing for Servicemembers
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-1) Bergman Secures Major Wins in NDAA to Boost Military Readiness, Energy Independence, and Housing for Servicemembers Washington, July 14, 2025 Washington – Today, Rep. Jack Bergman, Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, issued the following statement in support of the FY26 National […]

MIL-OSI USA: NASA Research Shows Path Toward Protocells on Titan
Source: NASA NASA research has shown that cell-like compartments called vesicles could form naturally in the lakes of Saturn’s moon Titan.Titan is the only world apart from Earth that is known to have liquid on its surface. However, Titan’s lakes and seas are not filled with water. Instead, they contain liquid hydrocarbons like ethane and […]

MIL-OSI USA: Wyden Presses Trump Administration Over Misleading Statements on Wildland Firefighting Preparedness and Capability
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore) July 14, 2025 Senator’s letter follows U.S. Forest Service Chief Schultz’s misleading testimony in a Senate hearing about Trump’s proposed Forest Service budget Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., today demanded answers from the Trump administration following multiple misleading statements at a recent […]

MIL-OSI: PrairieSky Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) CALGARY, Alberta, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PrairieSky Royalty Ltd. (“PrairieSky” or the “Company”) (TSX: PSK) is pleased to announce its second quarter operating and financial results for the period ended June 30, 2025. Second Quarter Highlights: Record oil royalty production of 14,376 barrels per day, an 8% increase over Q2 2024(1). […]

MIL-OSI Security: Environmental Crimes Bulletin – June 2025
Source: United States Attorneys General 7 View All Environmental Crimes Bulletins In This Issue: Cases by District/Circuit District/Circuit Case Name Conduct/Statute(s) 7th Circuit Court of Appeals  United States v.  Clark Conspiracy; False Statement; Mail Fraud; Obstruction District of Alaska United States v. Matanuska Diesel, LLC, et al. Emissions Tampering; Clean Air Act; Conspiracy Central District […]

MIL-OSI: Ring Energy to Participate in Water Tower Research Fireside Chat on July 15, 2025
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) THE WOODLANDS, Texas, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ring Energy, Inc. (NYSE American: REI) (“Ring” or the “Company”) today announced its participation in a fireside chat with Water Tower Research (“WTR”) on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM Central Time. As part of WTR’s ongoing Fireside Chat Series, Jeff Robertson, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Launching the Extreme Heat Equipment Credit
Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF)’s new Extreme Heat Equipment Credit. The credit helps qualifying small businesses protect their workers through the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE) and supplies designed to minimize the effects of heat exposure. “Extreme weather […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK and Czechia to lead global race on small modular reactors
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments News story UK and Czechia to lead global race on small modular reactors British workers will further benefit from a new generation of nuclear power. Golden age of nuclear receives a major new boost, as the Prime Minister and Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala sign first of a kind […]

MIL-OSI: New Reports Map BC’s Hydrogen Potential for Clean Energy Growth
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A series of reports, released by Foresight Canada in partnership with the Clean Energy and Major Projects Office (CEMPO), investigates British Columbia’s potential to establish major hydrogen hubs in various regions and examines the feasibility of hydrogen transportation. In addition to outlining potential […]

MIL-OSI USA: In historic first, California powered by two-thirds clean energy – becoming largest economy in the world to achieve milestone
Source: US State of California Governor Jul 14, 2025 What you need to know: Clean energy reliably powered California to levels never seen before – 67% in 2023 – as renewable energy and clean resources continue to advance the state’s world-leading energy transition while fueling the nation’s largest clean energy workforce, more than a half-million […]

MIL-OSI Economics: OEUK news

14 July 2025
Source: Offshore Energy UK Headline: OEUK news OEUK response to NESO’s Future Energy Scenarios 14 July 2025 Accessibility Statement oeuk.org.uk 14 July 2025 Compliance status We firmly believe that the internet should be available and accessible to anyone, and are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Most of the planned coal capacity retirements are in the Midwest or Mid-Atlantic regions
Source: US Energy Information Administration In-brief analysis July 14, 2025 Based on what power plant owners and operators have reported to EIA, the total operating capacity of U.S. coal-fired power plants is scheduled to fall from 172 gigawatts (GW) in May 2025 to 145 GW by the end of 2028, according to our Preliminary Monthly […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Panasonic Energy Begins Mass Production at New Automotive Lithium-ion Battery Factory in Kansas, Aiming for Annual Capacity of 32 GWh to Accelerate U.S. Local Production
Source: Panasonic Headline: Panasonic Energy Begins Mass Production at New Automotive Lithium-ion Battery Factory in Kansas, Aiming for Annual Capacity of 32 GWh to Accelerate U.S. Local Production The content in this website is accurate at the time of publication but may be subject to change without notice.Please note therefore that these documents may not […]

MIL-OSI: Par Pacific Announces Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call Schedule
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) HOUSTON, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PARR) (“Par Pacific”) today announced that it will release its second quarter 2025 results after the New York Stock Exchange closes on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. This release will be followed by a conference call for investors on Wednesday, August […]

Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Is there any hope for the internet?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Aarushi Bhandari, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Davidson College Hate and mental illness fester online because love and healing seem to be incompatible with profits. Ihor Lukianenko/iStock via Getty Images In 2001, social theorist bell hooks warned about the dangers of a loveless zeitgeist. In “All About Love: […]

MIL-OSI USA: Cornyn Statement on Biden Autopen Interview
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Texas John Cornyn WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement reacting to former President Joe Biden’s assertion that he gave his staff approval to use the autopen on almost 4,000 pardons and grants of clemency at the end of his term, including pardons of […]

MIL-OSI USA: In Committee, Rosen Helps Advance Bipartisan National Defense Bill with Major Wins for Nevada
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) Senator Rosen Helped Write And Pass the Legislation To Provide A 3.8% Pay Raise for Troops, Deliver For Nevada’s National Security Installations, And Benefit Nevada Servicemembers WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced several major wins for servicemembers in Nevada that she […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Cayson Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: CAPN)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Signature Bank of Georgia (OTCMKTS: SGBG)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Two arrested after shot fired at Munno Para
Source: New South Wales – News Police have arrested two men and are looking for a third suspect after a firearm was discharged at Munno Para last night. About 7.45pm on Monday 14 July, police received calls about a disturbance occurring between two groups of men on Stebonheath Road. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots during this […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Newsom signs legislation 7.14.25
Source: US State of California Governor Jul 14, 2025 SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: AB 78 by Assemblymember Phillip Chen (R-Yorba Linda) – Attorney’s fees: book accounts. AB 223 by Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey) – Jury selection: acknowledgment and agreement. AB 233 by Assemblymember Mike Gipson […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of First Community Corporation (NASDAQ: FCCO)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Monogram Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: MGRM)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of ESSA Pharma Inc. (NASDAQ: EPIX)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of WK Kellogg Co. (NYSE: KLG)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI Security: Coast Guard Deployable Specialized Forces unit holds change-of-command ceremony in San Diego
Source: United States Coast Guard U.S. Coast Guard sent this bulletin at 07/14/2025 07:15 PM EDT   07/14/2025 06:52 PM EDT SAN DIEGO — Coast Guard Maritime Security Response Team West hosted a change-of-command ceremony in San Diego, July 9, 2025. Coast Guard Capt. James J. Camp relieved Capt. Robert J. Berry as the commanding […]

MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Announces Arrests and Arraignment in $1 Million Pizza Franchise Scam
Source: US State of California Monday, July 14, 2025 Contact: (916) 210-6000, agpressoffice@doj.ca.gov OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the arrest and arraignment of two defendants for a complex fraud scheme, in which the defendants allegedly defrauded victims of more than $1 million in investments into franchises or stock options for a company […]

MIL-OSI USA: Peters Introduces Bill to Require Clear Identification for Law Enforcement Officers
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Michigan Gary Peters Published: 07.14.2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, helped introduce legislation to require law enforcement officers conducting immigration enforcement activities to clearly display identification during public-facing operations to enhance safety, transparency, and accountability.  […]

MIL-OSI Security: Security News: Eighth Former Correctional Officer Sentenced on Federal Civil Rights Charges in Connection with Death of Inmate at West Virginia Jail
Source: United States Department of Justice A former correctional officer from the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, West Virginia, was sentenced today for his role in an assault that resulted in the death of an inmate, identified by the initials Q.B., on March 1, 2022. Andrew Fleshman, 22, was sentenced to eight years and four […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Kehoe Signs Ten Bills into Law
Source: US State of Missouri JULY 14, 2025 Jefferson City — This afternoon, Governor Mike Kehoe signed ten pieces of legislation into law: Senate Bills (SB) 105, 133, 145, and 271, and House Bills (HB) 145, 147, 225, 262, 595, and 596. “Our bill signings this afternoon marked the official conclusion of an incredibly successful legislative session,” […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Hegseth Thanks German Counterpart for Stepping Up to Defense Challenges
Source: United States Department of Defense Germany committed to a permanent brigade in Lithuania, a sizable purchase of F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, an increase in defense spending and being a key nexus for providing support to Ukraine during a meeting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Secures Provisions to Strengthen Public Trust in the Military and Enhance Civil Rights in Committee-Passed NDAA
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 14, 2025 The Senator also secures provision to require servicemembers be trained on rules regarding use of force on U.S. soil [WASHINGTON, D.C.] — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC)—successfully secured a […]

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Joins Durbin, Colleagues in Pressing Trump Administration on Weaponizing Immigration Court Hearings to Trap, Arrest, Deport Immigrants
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 11, 2025 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Alex Padilla (D-CA) and 20 Senate Democrats in pressing the Trump Administration on its recent initiatives to weaponize immigration […]

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Secures IVF Coverage Expansion for Servicemembers and Military Families in Committee-Passed NDAA
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 14, 2025 The Senator’s NDAA provisions would ensure our servicemembers receive the same level of IVF coverage that Members of Congress and other federal workers already have [WASHINGTON, D.C.] — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—who served in the Reserve Forces […]

Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: ABC’s and CBS’s settlements with Trump are a dangerous step toward the commander in chief becoming the editor-in-chief
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michael J. Socolow, Professor of Communication and Journalism, University of Maine Will settlements by news companies with President Donald Trump turn journalists into puppets? MARHARYTA MARKO/iStock Getty Images Plus It was a surrender widely foreseen. For months, rumors abounded that Paramount would eventually settle the seemingly frivolous […]

MIL-Evening Report: Is there any hope for the internet?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Aarushi Bhandari, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Davidson College Hate and mental illness fester online because love and healing seem to be incompatible with profits. Ihor Lukianenko/iStock via Getty Images In 2001, social theorist bell hooks warned about the dangers of a loveless zeitgeist. In “All About Love: […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Cost of living remains priority in Q3
Source: New Zealand Government Continuing to address cost of living pressures over the coming months is key as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon reveals a fresh set of targeted Government actions in the Q3 Action Plan. “While it’s still tough out there for too many Kiwis, our Government’s focus on unlocking economic growth is starting to […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Africa – Unlocking Opportunity: How India can Harness the Africa Corridor to Grow Merchandise Exports (By Shivank Goel)
Source: Rand Merchant Bank From tech stack adoption in countries like Ghana and Angola, to partnerships between Indian public sector firms and African energy providers, the bilateral relationship is rapidly deepening SANDTON, South Africa, July 14, 2025 – By Shivank Goel, an Indo-Africa Corridor Specialist at RMB (www.RMB.co.za) At GTR Africa 2025, a diverse panel […]

MIL-Evening Report: Hung parliament still likely outcome of Tasmanian election, with Liberals well ahead of Labor in new poll
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adrian Beaumont, Election Analyst (Psephologist) at The Conversation; and Honorary Associate, School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Melbourne A new Tasmanian DemosAU poll gives the Liberals a 34.9–24.7 statewide vote lead over Labor, implying the Liberals will win the most seats but be short of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Luxon and Peters to miss Cook Islands’ 60th Constitution Day celebrations
By Caleb Fotheringham, RNZ Pacific journalist New Zealand will not send top government representation to the Cook Islands for its 60th Constitution Day celebrations in three weeks’ time. Instead, Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro will represent Aotearoa in Rarotonga. On August 4, Cook Islands will mark 60 years of self-governance in free association with New Zealand. […]

MIL-OSI USA: Additional Tennessee Counties Designated Under Amended Presidential Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance
Source: United States Small Business Administration ATLANTA – In response to an amended Presidential disaster declaration, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in three additional Tennessee counties affected by severe storms, straight line winds, tornadoes and flooding occurring April 2–24, 2025. […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Newsom signs legislation 7.14.25
Source: US State of California Governor Jul 14, 2025 SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: AB 78 by Assemblymember Phillip Chen (R-Yorba Linda) – Attorney’s fees: book accounts. AB 223 by Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey) – Jury selection: acknowledgment and agreement. AB 233 by Assemblymember Mike Gipson […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Joe Wicks and government join forces to get children moving
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Joe Wicks and government join forces to get children moving New animated series for kids, known as Activate, will get more children across the country moving more and encouraging a healthier lifestyle. Children to be inspired to get physically active over summer as Joe Wicks, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Donalds Announces Personal Safety Workshop in Fort Myers
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) Donalds Announces Personal Safety Workshop in Fort Myers Washington, July 14, 2025 FORT MYERS, Fla. – Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has released the following information announcing an in-person personal safety workshop in collaboration with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. Congressman Donalds is co-hosting this free, personal […]

MIL-OSI USA: Speaker Johnson Joins New “Scott Jennings Show” As Inaugural Guest
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) WASHINGTON — This afternoon, Speaker Johnson appeared as the inaugural guest of first episode of The Scott Jennings Show on Salem Radio Network. They discussed how Republicans were able to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill and how Republicans will counter endless Democrat falsehoods about the legislation. […]

MIL-OSI USA: Peters Introduces Bill to Require Clear Identification for Law Enforcement Officers
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Michigan Gary Peters Published: 07.14.2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, helped introduce legislation to require law enforcement officers conducting immigration enforcement activities to clearly display identification during public-facing operations to enhance safety, transparency, and accountability.  […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Kehoe Signs Ten Bills into Law
Source: US State of Missouri JULY 14, 2025 Jefferson City — This afternoon, Governor Mike Kehoe signed ten pieces of legislation into law: Senate Bills (SB) 105, 133, 145, and 271, and House Bills (HB) 145, 147, 225, 262, 595, and 596. “Our bill signings this afternoon marked the official conclusion of an incredibly successful legislative session,” […]

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Joins Durbin, Colleagues in Pressing Trump Administration on Weaponizing Immigration Court Hearings to Trap, Arrest, Deport Immigrants
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 11, 2025 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Alex Padilla (D-CA) and 20 Senate Democrats in pressing the Trump Administration on its recent initiatives to weaponize immigration […]

MIL-OSI USA: Hickenlooper, Bennet, Colleagues Press Trump Admin on Weaponizing Immigration Court Hearings to Arrest Immigrants
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator John Hickenlooper – Colorado According to recent reports, the administration has targeted noncriminal immigrants who show up for their court hearings WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet joined 22 of their Senate colleagues to call out the Trump administration’s recent efforts to arrest noncriminal immigrants […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Refocusing local government to deliver for Kiwis
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s plan to refocus councils on core services, such as roading, core infrastructure, water, and rubbish, has taken a major step forward with the introduction of the Local Government (System Improvements) Amendment Bill to Parliament. Local Government Minister Simon Watts says the Bill will help restore discipline, transparency and performance […]

MIL-OSI USA: Joint Statement from Senators Graham and Blumenthal
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for South Carolina Lindsey Graham WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut) today made this joint statement after President Trump made a series of announcements regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, including his intention to impose secondary tariffs on Russia if they do not agree to […]

MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Cliff Bentz Statement Regarding FEMA Authorizing Funds to Fight Highland Fire in Oregon
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-Ontario) Washington, D.C.– I am pleased to announce that the White House has authorized FEMA to provide funding to help fight the Highland Fire currently burning in Crook County, Oregon. We must protect the homes, infrastructure, and natural resources threatened by this dangerous wildfire. This […]

Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI USA: Cornyn Statement on Biden Autopen Interview
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Texas John Cornyn WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement reacting to former President Joe Biden’s assertion that he gave his staff approval to use the autopen on almost 4,000 pardons and grants of clemency at the end of his term, including pardons of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Republican Energy and Water Development Funding Bill Increases Energy Costs
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) Despite Heightened Risks, Bill Makes Americans More Vulnerable to Nuclear Threats **STATE-BY-STATE FACT SHEET** Republicans Slash Vital Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Funding for States Washington, DC — House Appropriations Committee Republicans today released the draft fiscal year 2026 Energy and Water Development […]

MIL-OSI USA: Republicans Proceed with Bill to Increase Energy Costs and Make Americans More Vulnerable to Nuclear Threats
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) **STATE-BY-STATE FACT SHEET** Republicans Slash Vital Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Funding for States Washington, DC — During today’s Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Subcommittee markup of the 2026 funding bill, House Democrats exposed how the bill increases costs for American households, undermines […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Two arrested after shot fired at Munno Para
Source: New South Wales – News Police have arrested two men and are looking for a third suspect after a firearm was discharged at Munno Para last night. About 7.45pm on Monday 14 July, police received calls about a disturbance occurring between two groups of men on Stebonheath Road. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots during this […]

MIL-OSI USA: LEADER JEFFRIES: “REPUBLICANS HAVEN’T DONE A DAMN THING TO MAKE LIFE MORE AFFORDABLE FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York) Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue pushing back against Republicans’ One Big Ugly Law which rewards billionaires while stripping food and healthcare from the American people. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good afternoon, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Newsom signs legislation 7.14.25
Source: US State of California Governor Jul 14, 2025 SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: AB 78 by Assemblymember Phillip Chen (R-Yorba Linda) – Attorney’s fees: book accounts. AB 223 by Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco (D-Downey) – Jury selection: acknowledgment and agreement. AB 233 by Assemblymember Mike Gipson […]

MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Announces Arrests and Arraignment in $1 Million Pizza Franchise Scam
Source: US State of California Monday, July 14, 2025 Contact: (916) 210-6000, agpressoffice@doj.ca.gov OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the arrest and arraignment of two defendants for a complex fraud scheme, in which the defendants allegedly defrauded victims of more than $1 million in investments into franchises or stock options for a company […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Royal Gold, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGLD)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Blueprint Medicines Corporation (NASDAQ: BPMC)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI USA: Peters Introduces Bill to Require Clear Identification for Law Enforcement Officers
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Michigan Gary Peters Published: 07.14.2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, helped introduce legislation to require law enforcement officers conducting immigration enforcement activities to clearly display identification during public-facing operations to enhance safety, transparency, and accountability.  […]

MIL-OSI Security: Security News: Eighth Former Correctional Officer Sentenced on Federal Civil Rights Charges in Connection with Death of Inmate at West Virginia Jail
Source: United States Department of Justice A former correctional officer from the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, West Virginia, was sentenced today for his role in an assault that resulted in the death of an inmate, identified by the initials Q.B., on March 1, 2022. Andrew Fleshman, 22, was sentenced to eight years and four […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Kehoe Signs Ten Bills into Law
Source: US State of Missouri JULY 14, 2025 Jefferson City — This afternoon, Governor Mike Kehoe signed ten pieces of legislation into law: Senate Bills (SB) 105, 133, 145, and 271, and House Bills (HB) 145, 147, 225, 262, 595, and 596. “Our bill signings this afternoon marked the official conclusion of an incredibly successful legislative session,” […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Ivey Announces Vaquito, the Work Zone Safety Dog, as Honorary ALEA Trooper
Source: US State of Alabama MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the newest addition to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Vaquito the work zone safety dog. Vaquito delivered the oath of office and was officially sworn in as an honorary ALEA Trooper during a special ceremony held at the Alabama State Capitol. […]

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Secures Provisions to Strengthen Public Trust in the Military and Enhance Civil Rights in Committee-Passed NDAA
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 14, 2025 The Senator also secures provision to require servicemembers be trained on rules regarding use of force on U.S. soil [WASHINGTON, D.C.] — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC)—successfully secured a […]

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Joins Durbin, Colleagues in Pressing Trump Administration on Weaponizing Immigration Court Hearings to Trap, Arrest, Deport Immigrants
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 11, 2025 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Alex Padilla (D-CA) and 20 Senate Democrats in pressing the Trump Administration on its recent initiatives to weaponize immigration […]

MIL-OSI USA: Hickenlooper, Bennet, Colleagues Press Trump Admin on Weaponizing Immigration Court Hearings to Arrest Immigrants
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator John Hickenlooper – Colorado According to recent reports, the administration has targeted noncriminal immigrants who show up for their court hearings WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet joined 22 of their Senate colleagues to call out the Trump administration’s recent efforts to arrest noncriminal immigrants […]

MIL-OSI USA: Eighth Former Correctional Officer Sentenced on Federal Civil Rights Charges in Connection with Death of Inmate at West Virginia Jail
Source: US State Government of Utah A former correctional officer from the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, West Virginia, was sentenced today for his role in an assault that resulted in the death of an inmate, identified by the initials Q.B., on March 1, 2022. Andrew Fleshman, 22, was sentenced to eight years and four […]

MIL-OSI USA: SCHUMER: A HISTORIC MOMENT FOR UPSTATE NY! AMERICA’S FIRST-EVER NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR TECHNOLOGY CENTER OFFICIALLY OPENS AT ALBANY NANOTECH, MARKING MAJOR MILESTONE AS NEW GLOBAL EPICENTER FOR…
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New York Charles E Schumer Schumer Says NSTC Will Attract Companies From Around The World To Upstate NY, Boosting Existing NY Companies From Micron To GlobalFoundries With Access To Most Advanced Machinery In The World And Bringing Thousands Of Good-Paying Jobs To Re-Establish America’s Global Chip Leadership […]

MIL-OSI USA: Wyden Introduces Legislation to Require ICE Officers to Display Clear Identification
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore) July 14, 2025 Oregon senator also joins 13 Democrats in a letter to DHS requesting information about ICE’s use of unidentified plainclothes agents Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., said today he has introduced new legislation prohibiting immigration enforcement officers from concealing their […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Grigorenko: The number of inspections is at a historical minimum.
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Reducing the number of inspections while maintaining the level of security, confirming the effectiveness of the risk-oriented approach and new digital tools for remote control – the Government […]

Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Hung parliament still likely outcome of Tasmanian election, with Liberals well ahead of Labor in new poll
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adrian Beaumont, Election Analyst (Psephologist) at The Conversation; and Honorary Associate, School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Melbourne A new Tasmanian DemosAU poll gives the Liberals a 34.9–24.7 statewide vote lead over Labor, implying the Liberals will win the most seats but be short of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Reporting International Migration: Less than the Truth
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Yesterday I listened to RNZ’s political commentators. The principal topic was an aspect of the recently released May 2025 international migration. Kathryn Ryan starts by reminding us of the “old […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Two arrested after shot fired at Munno Para
Source: New South Wales – News Police have arrested two men and are looking for a third suspect after a firearm was discharged at Munno Para last night. About 7.45pm on Monday 14 July, police received calls about a disturbance occurring between two groups of men on Stebonheath Road. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots during this […]

MIL-OSI China: Women’s Asia Cup: Australia cruise, S. Korea seal last-second win
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Australia, South Korea and Japan all claimed victories in Monday’s group-stage matches at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup, with Australia cruising past Lebanon, Japan edging the Philippines and South Korea sealing a dramatic last-second win over New Zealand. Australia continued its dominant run with a […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Review of Merchant Card Payment Costs and Surcharging
Source: Airservices Australia The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has today released a Consultation Paper as part of its Review of Merchant Card Payment Costs and Surcharging. This follows an extensive public consultation process since the release of an Issues Paper in October 2024. The Payments System Board has reached the preliminary view that it […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Power bank recalls on the rise due to serious burn and property damage risks
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development The ACCC is urging consumers to be alert to a growing list of recalled wireless power banks, which have the potential to cause serious burns and property damage. Power banks, also known as portable battery packs, are portable battery chargers commonly powered by rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries. They […]

MIL-OSI: Paramount Australia Partners with Magnite to Unlock Programmatic Access to the Paramount+ Ad Tier
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) SYDNEY, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), the largest independent sell-side advertising company, and Paramount Australia today announced a partnership to unlock programmatic access to Paramount+’s premium streaming TV inventory in Australia for the first time. Following the launch of its ad-supported plan in the market, Paramount will leverage […]

MIL-Evening Report: Antisemitism plan fails on a number of fronts – a contentious definition of hate is just the start
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Louise Chappell, Scientia Professor, UNSW Sydney The antisemitism strategy presented to the Albanese government has attracted considerable – and wholly justifed – criticism. Produced by Jillian Segal, the special envoy to combat antisemitism, the blueprint falls short in a range of areas essential to good public policy. […]

MIL-Evening Report: Many fish are social, but pesticides are pushing them apart
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kyle Morrison, PhD Candidate in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, UNSW Sydney Kazakov Maksim, Shutterstock Scientists have detected pesticides in rivers, lakes and oceans worldwide. So what are these pesticides doing to the fish? Long before pesticides reach lethal doses, they can disrupt hormones, impair brain function and […]

MIL-Evening Report: Almost half of young workers expected to work unpaid overtime, while a quarter aren’t paid compulsory super
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Howe, Associate Dean (Research), Melbourne Law School, The University of Melbourne Anna Kraynova/Shutterstock A young person gets a job, excited to earn their first paycheck. Over time, they realise the hours are long and the payslips small. They are told to stay back to clean up […]

MIL-OSI Security: Environmental Crimes Bulletin – June 2025
Source: United States Attorneys General 7 View All Environmental Crimes Bulletins In This Issue: Cases by District/Circuit District/Circuit Case Name Conduct/Statute(s) 7th Circuit Court of Appeals  United States v.  Clark Conspiracy; False Statement; Mail Fraud; Obstruction District of Alaska United States v. Matanuska Diesel, LLC, et al. Emissions Tampering; Clean Air Act; Conspiracy Central District […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: USS Omaha (LCS 12) Returns to Homeport
Source: United States Navy From Petty Officer 2nd Class Kassandra Alanis and Lt.j.g. Tahj Clements SAN DIEGO – The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Omaha (LCS 12) arrived at its San Diego homeport July 11, following a 10-month rotational deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. “I’m excited to welcome home the crew […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: U.S. Marines launch Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 in Australia’s north
Source: United States Navy DARWIN, Australia — U.S. Marines with the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D) 25.3 Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) are taking part in Exercise Talisman Sabre 25, Australia’s largest bilateral military exercise, to enhance interoperability and strengthen ties with the Australian Defence Force and U.S. Army joint forces across the Northern […]

MIL-OSI Australia: CIT Woden prepares to welcome its first students
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Redefining Woden as a vibrant, modern hub where people can live, work, and thrive. In Brief: Construction is complete on the new CIT Woden Campus. This article gives an exclusive sneak peek into what’s coming to the new campus. Discover the key benefits and advantages of the new […]

MIL-OSI USA: Ivey, Van Hollen, Klobuchar Lead Over 70 Members in Pressing Administration on Conflicting Orders Fueling Uncertainty Among Afghans Living in U.S.
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Glenn Ivey – Maryland (4th District) WASHINGTON – Congressman Glenn Ivey (D-Md.), .S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.),, and Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) led 73 of their colleagues in pressing U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for answers on the Trump Administration’s inconsistent policies regarding Afghanistan and the […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Curtis Island compliance
Source: Tasmania Police Issued: 14 Jul 2025 Open larger image The people constructed an illegal hut and used that as a base for other illegal activity. Targeted patrols conducted in the Curtis Island National Park in August 2024 led to the discovery of an illegal hut and evidence of significant illegal activity. Rangers from the […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu Attends the Opening Ceremony of the 2025 OCAC Overseas Mandarin Teachers Training Program in Sydney
Source: Republic of China Taiwan The OCAC held the Sydney session of its 2025 Overseas Mandarin Teachers Training Program, providing a valuable opportunity for local teachers to recharge and reconnect. Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu attended the opening ceremony alongside Director Chia-Hui Chiang of the Sydney Education Division and Principal Min-Huei Chien of the Australian […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Motorcyclist dies following single vehicle crash in Hobart
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice Motorcyclist dies following single vehicle crash in Hobart Tuesday, 15 July 2025 – 12:25 am. Sadly, a motorcyclist has died following a single vehicle crash in Hobart’s northern suburbs. Police and emergency services were called to the MyState Bank Arena carpark near the Brooker Highway about 9pm last […]

MIL-OSI USA: PRESS RELEASE: Rep. Barragán and Sen. Markey Introduce Resolution to Confront Rising Public Health Threats from Climate Change
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44) For Immediate Release July 12, 2025 Contact: jin.choi@mail.house.gov Rep. Barragán and Sen. Markey Introduce Resolution to Confront Rising Public Health Threats from Climate Change WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44), a member of the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Health, and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Stay safe this winter
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 […]

New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Cost of living remains priority in Q3
Source: New Zealand Government Continuing to address cost of living pressures over the coming months is key as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon reveals a fresh set of targeted Government actions in the Q3 Action Plan. “While it’s still tough out there for too many Kiwis, our Government’s focus on unlocking economic growth is starting to […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Consultation on 2026 funding determinations is now open
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 15 July 2025Last updated 15 July 2025 Print Share The Ministry of Education (MoE) invites sector feedback on proposed variations to 2026 funding determinations.The Ministry of Education (MoE) invites sector feedback on proposed variations to 2026 funding determinations. Providers have been sent an invitation to participate through DXP Ngā […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Economy – RBNZ explores the impact of an ageing population on the financial system
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 15 July 2025 – New Zealand faces an economic shift as the population ages, according to the Reserve Bank of New Zealand in a Financial Stability Report special topic article released today. While the economic impact will unfold slowly, the Reserve Bank is urging financial institutions to understand and be […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rural News – Alternative grass grub weapon now urgent – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers says urgent action is needed to plug a looming gap in treatments to fight native grass grub, which costs the agricultural sector hundreds of millions of dollars each year. “This is our biggest agricultural pest by a country mile, yet there’s a real risk farmers’ arsenal to fight it will soon […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Marine Environment – Sea spurge found at Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Northland
Source: Northland Regional Council A new sea spurge infestation has been found at Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) – the first discovery of the unwanted beach weed east of Cape Reinga and at least 60 kilometres from the closest known site on Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe – Ninety Mile Beach. Joanna Barr, Northland Regional Council’s Biosecurity Manager – Pest Plants, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Reporting International Migration: Less than the Truth
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Yesterday I listened to RNZ’s political commentators. The principal topic was an aspect of the recently released May 2025 international migration. Kathryn Ryan starts by reminding us of the “old […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Feedback sought on national fuel security plan
Source: New Zealand Government The Coalition Government is seeking feedback on a draft Fuel Security Plan that provides a long-term strategy to ensure New Zealanders have reliable access to fuel in times of domestic and global disruption, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says. “As a small and remote island nation that imports nearly all of […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland News – Plan winter earthworks carefully; NRC
Source: Northland Regional Council As Northland moves through the wetter months from May to September, the Northland Regional Council is warning effective planning and management of earthworks is critical to reducing environmental impact and ensuring successful outcomes. “While significant rain events can occur in summer, late autumn through early spring sees the most frequent and intense […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fresh look for remote Trains Hut
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  15 July 2025 Trains Hut is a well-loved, six-bunk hut used regularly by trampers and hunters, reached by a 15 km tramp along the rugged Trains Track. This remote and rewarding backcountry track takes visitors through regenerating native forest, rugged ridgelines, and across several swing bridges. DOC Ranger Rhydian Lewis, […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Refocusing local government to deliver for Kiwis
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s plan to refocus councils on core services, such as roading, core infrastructure, water, and rubbish, has taken a major step forward with the introduction of the Local Government (System Improvements) Amendment Bill to Parliament. Local Government Minister Simon Watts says the Bill will help restore discipline, transparency and performance […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Application to establish the Puketeraki mātaitai reserve near Karitāne, north of Dunedin
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Your views sought Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki has applied for a mātaitai reserve (Puketeraki mātaitai reserve) near Karitāne, north of Dunedin, Otago.  Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki and Fisheries New Zealand will hold a public meeting to discuss the application. This is the first of 2 consultations to […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Advocacy – Government told NZ should not follow Australia’s lead to criminalise support for Palestine – PSNA
Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa is urging the New Zealand government NOT to follow Australia’s example with measures which would effectively criminalise the Palestine solidarity movement.   The Australian government has announced plans to implement recommendations from its anti-semitism envoy which PSNA says creates a ‘hierarchy of racism’ with anti-semitism at the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Electronic card transactions: June 2025
Electronic card transactions: June 2025 – information release 14 July 2025 The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants. The series can be used to indicate changes in consumer spending and economic activity. Key facts All figures are seasonally adjusted unless otherwise specified. Values are at […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Education – Ara to stand-alone from 1 January 2026
Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Attribution: Darren Mitchell, Executive Director – Ara Institute of Canterbury Ara Institute of Canterbury welcomes the Government’s decision to re-establish Ara as a stand-alone institution from 1 January 2026. This milestone reflects the strength of our financial position, the capability and resilience of our people, and the strategic changes we’ve made […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rural News – New finance rules risk cutting off rural lending – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is calling for new proposed ‘green’ finance rules to be scrapped, warning they’re ideologically driven, unworkable, and risk doing real harm to rural communities. In a letter sent to Ministers and key officials on July 11, the organisation outlined a series of serious concerns with the Sustainable Finance Taxonomy. “This framework […]

MIL-Evening Report: Author condemns ‘callous’ health legacy of French, US nuclear bomb tests in Pacific
Asia Pacific Report A journalist who was on the Rainbow Warrior voyage to Rongelap last night condemned France for its “callous” attack of an environmental ship, saying “we haven’t forgotten, or forgiven this outrage”. David Robie, the author of Eyes of Fire: The Last Voyage and Legacy of the Rainbow Warrior, said at the launch […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: The beginning of a new era for EIT
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 17 seconds ago Today the Minister for Vocational Education announced that EIT is one of the Polytechnics which will be standing up as independent institution from January 2026. This is great news for the Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti regions as EIT will have the autonomy once again to make decisions […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Storm damage cuts off access to part of Kahurangi National Park
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  14 July 2025 DOC Northern South Island Operations Director Martin Rodd says storm damage to DOC-managed sites is wide-spread and it will take time to understand the full extent across conservation areas and facilities. As of Monday, the region is still in a state of emergency and people are asked […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tāmaki Makaurau by-election date set
Source: New Zealand Government The Tāmaki Makaurau by-election will be held on Saturday 6 September, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced.  The by-election follows the death of MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp. “Given the vacancy in the seat has now been gazetted, I have set a date of 6 September for the by-election,” says Mr Luxon. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Making NZ top destination for international students
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s going for growth in international education, releasing its plan to double the sector’s economic contribution to $7.2 billion by 2034. “International education is one of our largest exports, injecting $3.6 billion into our economy in 2024. It also provides opportunities for research, strengthening trade and people-to-people connections, which are important […]

Baltic News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Hegseth Thanks German Counterpart for Stepping Up to Defense Challenges
Source: United States Department of Defense Germany committed to a permanent brigade in Lithuania, a sizable purchase of F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, an increase in defense spending and being a key nexus for providing support to Ukraine during a meeting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Sea Breeze 25-2 Concludes Showcasing Unified Mine Warfare Capabilities off UK Coast
Source: United States Navy PORTLAND PORT, England – Exercise Sea Breeze 25-2 officially concluded following two weeks of multinational mine countermeasure operations in the waters off the United Kingdom’s southern coast July 11, 2025. Exercise Sea Breeze 25-2 officially concluded following two weeks of multinational mine countermeasure operations in the waters off the United Kingdom’s southern […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Protection of fundamental rights and linguistic minorities in Latvia – the case of Rosļikovs – E-002726/2025
Source: European Parliament Question for written answer  E-002726/2025to the CommissionRule 144Danilo Della Valle (The Left), Michael von der Schulenburg (NI), Thomas Geisel (NI), Branislav Ondruš (NI), Friedrich Pürner (NI), Ruth Firmenich (NI), Ľuboš Blaha (NI) On 5 June 2025, Mr Aleksejs Rosļikovs, a former member of the Latvian Parliament and current Riga city councillor, was […]

MIL-OSI: Notification on the Issuance of a Building Completion Certificate
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) UAB “Orkela”, legal entity code 304099538, registered address Jogailos g. 4, Vilnius, Republic of Lithuania (hereinafter – the Issuer), whose securities (hereinafter – the Bonds) are included and traded on the Nasdaq bond list, and which are also publicly offered under the base prospectus approved by the Bank of Lithuania on 14 […]

MIL-OSI Security: Lieutenant General Baltrėnas starts his tenure as the new Director General of the NATO International Military Staff
Source: NATO On Monday, 14 July 2025, the NATO Military Committee welcomed the new Director General of the NATO International Military Staff (DGIMS), Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrėnas (LTU Army). During his welcome remarks, the Deputy Chair of the NATO Military Committee, Lieutenant General Andrew M. Rohling, acknowledged General Baltrėnas’s extensive military career, which combines various […]

MIL-OSI Banking: Republic of Estonia: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report
Source: International Monetary Fund Summary The Estonian economy is slowly re-emerging from a prolonged downturn but faces structural challenges. Wages growing faster than productivity and permanent increases in input costs, a legacy of previous shocks, are hindering price-sensitive activities, while production with higher technological content is constrained by lack of skilled labor and limited access […]

MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Enters Final Presale Phase with 150% Built-In Upside Before Exchange Listing
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S), a next-generation crypto protocol blending high performance with early-stage accessibility, has officially entered the final phase of its highly anticipated presale. With over $6.6 million already raised and more than 14,150 participants onboarded, BTC-S is rapidly becoming one of 2025’s most […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Third Asia+ Festival convenes stellar line-up of artists showcasing artistic gems around world
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region      The Asia+ Festival, presented by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, is held annually from September to November with an aim to create a sustainable platform for arts and cultural exchange. Now in its third edition, the […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Diplomacy in the digital age: Foreign Secretary’s speech, July 2025
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Speech Diplomacy in the digital age: Foreign Secretary’s speech, July 2025 Foreign Secretary David Lammy delivered a speech on diplomacy in the digital age whilst in Singapore. It’s great to be here today.   As you have heard, I recently marked 25 years as a member of Parliament and this […]

MIL-OSI: INVL Baltic Sea Growth Fund has completed the acquisition of the Pehart Group in Romania
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) INVL Baltic Sea Growth Fund, the leading private equity fund in the Baltics, has completed the investment in Pehart Group, a leading producer of household and industrial paper products in Romania. The consortium of International Finance Corporation (IFC), Banca Transilvania and ING Bank Romania provided an over EUR 150 million financing package […]

Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-OSI China: Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States will send weapons to Ukraine through NATO, and threatened “severe tariffs” targeting Russia if a ceasefire deal is not reached in 50 days. Trump announced an agreement with NATO regarding weapons to assist Ukraine while meeting […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Hegseth Thanks German Counterpart for Stepping Up to Defense Challenges
Source: United States Department of Defense Germany committed to a permanent brigade in Lithuania, a sizable purchase of F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, an increase in defense spending and being a key nexus for providing support to Ukraine during a meeting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI USA: Joint Statement from Senators Graham and Blumenthal
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for South Carolina Lindsey Graham WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut) today made this joint statement after President Trump made a series of announcements regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, including his intention to impose secondary tariffs on Russia if they do not agree to […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: PM meeting with Prime Minister Fiala of the Czech Republic: 14 July 2025
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release PM meeting with Prime Minister Fiala of the Czech Republic: 14 July 2025 The Prime Minister welcomed the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Petr Fiala, to Downing Street this afternoon. The Prime Minister welcomed the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Petr Fiala, to […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: Sea Breeze 25-2 Concludes Showcasing Unified Mine Warfare Capabilities off UK Coast
Source: United States Navy PORTLAND PORT, England – Exercise Sea Breeze 25-2 officially concluded following two weeks of multinational mine countermeasure operations in the waters off the United Kingdom’s southern coast July 11, 2025. Exercise Sea Breeze 25-2 officially concluded following two weeks of multinational mine countermeasure operations in the waters off the United Kingdom’s southern […]

MIL-OSI Russia: D. Trump announced the sending of American weapons to Ukraine via NATO and threatened Russia with “harsh tariffs”
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News WASHINGTON, July 14 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday announced that the United States would […]

MIL-OSI USA: King Asserts Role on Armed Services Committee to Support Maine Economy and Strengthen National Security
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Maine Angus King WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), worked with his committee colleagues this week to secure strong investments in Maine’s economy and America’s defense posture through the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This […]

MIL-OSI USA: Klobuchar Urges President Trump to Support Efforts to Bring Abducted Ukrainian Children Home
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Minnesota Amy Klobuchar WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) released the following statement: “I hope President Trump will be announcing continued strong support for Ukraine this week in concert with our allies. I also urge him to make a clear commitment to finding and bringing home […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s press conference on the launch of the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2025 [as delivered]
Source: United Nations secretary general Dear members of the media. Today, we launch the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2025.  Under-Secretary-General Li will go through the details.  But allow me to kick things off. We are now ten years into our collective journey toward the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The report is a snapshot of […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Gaza: UNICEF mourns seven children killed queuing for water
Source: United Nations 2 The incident occurred in central Gaza on Sunday, according to media reports, which said that four other people also lost their lives due to the Israeli airstrike.  The Israeli military said it had been targeting a terrorist but a “technical error” saw the munition stray off course. Uphold protection of children […]

MIL-OSI USA: Senate Appropriations Committee Advances Agriculture, Rural Development and FDA Spending Bill With Illinois Priorities Secured by Duckworth, Durbin
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 11, 2025 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] —  U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that the Senate Appropriations Committee advanced a funding bill for Agriculture, Rural Development, and FDA for Fiscal […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Russian Imperial Movement: how a far-right group outlawed by the UK is spreading terror across Europe
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Dale Pankhurst, PhD candidate and Tutor in the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics, Queen’s University Belfast The British government announced in early July that a far-right group called the Russian Imperial Movement (RIM) will be banned under terrorism legislation. This will make it a criminal offence […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Over €10 billion has now been pledged for Ukraine’s recovery. It’s nowhere near enough
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Stefan Wolff, Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham Clearly angered by the intensification of Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine, Donald Trump has pivoted from the suspension of US military assistance to Ukraine to promising its resumption. Russia’s strikes on major cities killed more civilians in June than […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Over €10 billion has now been pledged for Ukraine’s recovery. It’s nowhere near enough
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Stefan Wolff, Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham Clearly angered by the intensification of Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine, Donald Trump has pivoted from the suspension of US military assistance to Ukraine to promising its resumption. Russia’s strikes on major cities killed more civilians in June than […]

MIL-OSI Russia: V. Zelensky discussed ways to establish peace with US special envoy
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News KYIV, July 14 (Xinhua) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday on Telegram that he met […]

MIL-OSI Russia: V. Zelensky proposed to extend martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine until November 5
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News KYIV, July 14 (Xinhua) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky submitted to the Verkhovna Rada on Monday bills […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: 29 human rights wins to be proud of
Source: Amnesty International – Over the past six months, the headlines have been dominated by stories of fear, division and hatred. However, activists around the world are working away to ensure hope prevails. Here are some of the human rights wins we can be proud of from January to June 2025.   January Afghanistan In […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries concerning restrictive measures in view of Russia’s actions destabilising the situation in Ukraine
Source: Council of the European Union Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2025/1320 of 30 June 2025 amending Decision 2014/512/CFSP concerning restrictive measures in view of Russia’s actions destabilising the situation in Ukraine. MIL OSI Europe News –

MIL-OSI Russia: D. Trump said that the US will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News LOS ANGELES, July 14 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that the United States will […]

Trump says US will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he will send Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine, saying they are necessary to defend the country because Russian President Vladimir Putin “talks nice but then he bombs everybody in the evening.” Trump did not give a number of […]

Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

China – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Antisemitism plan fails on a number of fronts – a contentious definition of hate is just the start
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Louise Chappell, Scientia Professor, UNSW Sydney The antisemitism strategy presented to the Albanese government has attracted considerable – and wholly justifed – criticism. Produced by Jillian Segal, the special envoy to combat antisemitism, the blueprint falls short in a range of areas essential to good public policy. […]

MIL-OSI: PrairieSky Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) CALGARY, Alberta, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PrairieSky Royalty Ltd. (“PrairieSky” or the “Company”) (TSX: PSK) is pleased to announce its second quarter operating and financial results for the period ended June 30, 2025. Second Quarter Highlights: Record oil royalty production of 14,376 barrels per day, an 8% increase over Q2 2024(1). […]

MIL-OSI USA: July 14th, 2025

Heinrich Announces Committee Passage of Over $12.5 Million for New Mexico
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich Investments Heinrich championed fully fund SNAP & WIC, increase funding for the Southwest Border Commission, support Tribes & farmers, provide rental assistance, & more WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced the bipartisan Senate Appropriations Committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s press conference on the launch of the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2025 [as delivered]
Source: United Nations secretary general Dear members of the media. Today, we launch the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2025.  Under-Secretary-General Li will go through the details.  But allow me to kick things off. We are now ten years into our collective journey toward the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The report is a snapshot of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Seattle Businessman Convicted of Tax Evasion and Filing False Tax Returns
Source: US State of California A federal jury convicted a Washington man on Friday for tax evasion and filing false tax returns related to a scheme to conceal income received from his commercial property business. The following is according to court documents and evidence presented at trial: Steven Loo, of Seattle, controlled and operated eight […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Gaza: UNICEF mourns seven children killed queuing for water
Source: United Nations 2 The incident occurred in central Gaza on Sunday, according to media reports, which said that four other people also lost their lives due to the Israeli airstrike.  The Israeli military said it had been targeting a terrorist but a “technical error” saw the munition stray off course. Uphold protection of children […]

MIL-OSI USA: Senate Appropriations Committee Advances Agriculture, Rural Development and FDA Spending Bill With Illinois Priorities Secured by Duckworth, Durbin
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth July 11, 2025 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] —  U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that the Senate Appropriations Committee advanced a funding bill for Agriculture, Rural Development, and FDA for Fiscal […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Over €10 billion has now been pledged for Ukraine’s recovery. It’s nowhere near enough
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Stefan Wolff, Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham Clearly angered by the intensification of Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine, Donald Trump has pivoted from the suspension of US military assistance to Ukraine to promising its resumption. Russia’s strikes on major cities killed more civilians in June than […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: How does the PKK’s disarmament affect Turkey, Syria and Iraq?
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Pinar Dinc, Associate Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science and Researcher, Centre for Advanced Middle Eastern Studies, Lund University The historic disarmament ceremony on July 11 where members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) laid down their arms marked a pivotal moment in a decades-long conflict […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: How does the PKK’s disarmament affect Turkey, Syria and Iraq?
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Pinar Dinc, Associate Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science and Researcher, Centre for Advanced Middle Eastern Studies, Lund University The historic disarmament ceremony on July 11 where members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) laid down their arms marked a pivotal moment in a decades-long conflict […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Over €10 billion has now been pledged for Ukraine’s recovery. It’s nowhere near enough
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Stefan Wolff, Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham Clearly angered by the intensification of Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine, Donald Trump has pivoted from the suspension of US military assistance to Ukraine to promising its resumption. Russia’s strikes on major cities killed more civilians in June than […]

MIL-OSI Security: Seattle Businessman Convicted of Tax Evasion and Filing False Tax Returns
Source: United States Department of Justice Criminal Division A federal jury convicted a Washington man on Friday for tax evasion and filing false tax returns related to a scheme to conceal income received from his commercial property business. The following is according to court documents and evidence presented at trial: Steven Loo, of Seattle, controlled […]

MIL-OSI: 1-Hour Payday Loans with No Credit Check And Guaranteed Approval – Brand New Feature in Wizzay’s Loan Program in 2025
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Facing urgent expenses with limited credit options? Wizzay has introduced a fast-track solution: 1-hour payday loans with no hard credit check, instant decisions, and same-day funding in many cases. It’s designed for those who need cash instantly— not in days or weeks. […]

Israel News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025
Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Antisemitism plan fails on a number of fronts – a contentious definition of hate is just the start
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Louise Chappell, Scientia Professor, UNSW Sydney The antisemitism strategy presented to the Albanese government has attracted considerable – and wholly justifed – criticism. Produced by Jillian Segal, the special envoy to combat antisemitism, the blueprint falls short in a range of areas essential to good public policy. […]

MIL-OSI USA: VNR: DAGS’ STATE ARCHIVES HOSTS SECOND “BUILDER’S SPOTLIGHT”
Source: US State of Hawaii VNR: DAGS’ STATE ARCHIVES HOSTS SECOND “BUILDER’S SPOTLIGHT” Posted on Jul 14, 2025 in Latest Department News, Newsroom   STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES KA ʻOIHANA LOIHELU A LAWELAWE LAULĀ   KEITH A. […]

MIL-OSI USA: DAGS’ Hawaiʻi State Archives Hosts Second “Builder’s Spotlight”
Source: US State of Hawaii DAGS’ Hawaiʻi State Archives Hosts Second “Builder’s Spotlight” Posted on Jul 14, 2025 in Main A custom-made ‘ukulele by luthier Eric DeVine. Courtesy DeVine Guitars and ‘Ukuleles HONOLULU — Bolder – crispier – strong overtones – mellower. Those sound like wine reviews, but they’re actually adjectives that can be used […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s press conference on the launch of the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2025 [as delivered]
Source: United Nations secretary general Dear members of the media. Today, we launch the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2025.  Under-Secretary-General Li will go through the details.  But allow me to kick things off. We are now ten years into our collective journey toward the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The report is a snapshot of […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Gaza: UNICEF mourns seven children killed queuing for water
Source: United Nations 2 The incident occurred in central Gaza on Sunday, according to media reports, which said that four other people also lost their lives due to the Israeli airstrike.  The Israeli military said it had been targeting a terrorist but a “technical error” saw the munition stray off course. Uphold protection of children […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: How does the PKK’s disarmament affect Turkey, Syria and Iraq?
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Pinar Dinc, Associate Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science and Researcher, Centre for Advanced Middle Eastern Studies, Lund University The historic disarmament ceremony on July 11 where members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) laid down their arms marked a pivotal moment in a decades-long conflict […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: How does the PKK’s disarmament affect Turkey, Syria and Iraq?
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Pinar Dinc, Associate Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science and Researcher, Centre for Advanced Middle Eastern Studies, Lund University The historic disarmament ceremony on July 11 where members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) laid down their arms marked a pivotal moment in a decades-long conflict […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran could fuel a new wave of nuclear proliferation
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Saira Bano, Assistant Professor in Political Science, Thompson Rivers University In the wake of recent strikes by Israel and the United States on Iranian cities, military sites and nuclear facilities, a troubling paradox has emerged: actions intended to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons may actually be accelerating […]

MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Estes Talks One Big Beautiful Law with Andy Hooser
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) U.S. Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) joined the Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser to talk about the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). President Trump signed the bill into law on July 4, 2025. Rep. Estes spoke about provisions within the […]

MIL-Evening Report: Israeli settlers shoot, beat to death 2 Palestinians in latest lynchings
BEARING WITNESS: By Cole Martin in occupied West Bank Two young Palestinians were shot and beaten to death on their land, and 30 injured, by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank on Saturday. A large group of settlers attacked the rural Palestinian village of Sinjil, in the Ramallah governorate, beating Sayfollah “Saif” Mussalet, 20, […]

MIL-OSI: SoFi Announces Monthly Distributions on $THTA (12.00%)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SoFi, a leading provider of thematic and income ETFs, today announced monthly distributions on the SoFi Enhanced Yield ETF (THTA). Distribution as of 07/14/2025 ETFTicker Distributionper Share DistributionRate * 30-DaySEC Yield** Ex-Date RecordDate PaymentDate THTA $0.1504 12.00% 3.85% 07/15/2025 07/15/2025 07/16/2025 Inception date: 11/15/2023Click […]

MIL-OSI: U.S. Crypto Week Sends Positive Signals: XY Miner Launches XRP Contract Plan to Capture the Next Wave of Growth
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In July 2025, the new round of hearings and policy discussions on digital assets in the U.S. Congress was called “Cryptocurrency Week” by the industry, sending a signal of greater openness and support for innovation. As the pace of compliance progresses, more […]

MIL-OSI: LyondellBasell improves CDP climate score to A in 2024, strengthening ESG leadership
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) HOUSTON, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announced it has improved its climate change score from A-minus to A in CDP’s 2024 assessment, placing the company in the leadership category for the second consecutive year. CDP is the world’s leading environmental disclosure platform, used by investors and stakeholders […]

MIL-Evening Report: View from The Hill: Segal’s antisemitism plan gives government controversy, not clarity
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra Prime Minister Anthony Albanese may be rueing what seemed a good idea at the time – the appointment of a special envoy to combat antisemitism (as well as an envoy to combat Islamophobia). Or perhaps Jillian Segal, a former president […]

MIL-OSI Europe: ASIA/SYRIA – Archbishop Jacques Mourad: Jesus wants His Church to remain in Syria
Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI L’Œuvre d’Orient by Gianni ValenteHoms (Agenzia Fides) – Archbishop Jacques Mourad returned just a few days ago from participating in the Synod of Bishops of the Syriac Catholic Church in Rome. And he had a lot to do after his return to Homs. “These days, I am celebrating the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Advocacy – Government told NZ should not follow Australia’s lead to criminalise support for Palestine – PSNA
Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa is urging the New Zealand government NOT to follow Australia’s example with measures which would effectively criminalise the Palestine solidarity movement.   The Australian government has announced plans to implement recommendations from its anti-semitism envoy which PSNA says creates a ‘hierarchy of racism’ with anti-semitism at the […]

MIL-Evening Report: David Robie condemns ‘callous’ health legacy of French, US nuclear bomb tests in Pacific
Report by Dr David Robie – Café Pacific. – A journalist who was on the Rainbow Warrior voyage to Rongelap last night condemned France for its “callous” attack of an environmental ship, saying “we haven’t forgotten, or forgiven this outrage”. David Robie, the author of Eyes of Fire: The Last Voyage and Legacy of the […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Government honours victims on anniversary of attack against Israel
Source: Government of Sweden On 7 October 2023, Hamas committed the worst mass murder of Jews since the Holocaust. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson was joined by other ministers in a ceremony at Stockholm’s Great Synagogue on the evening of 7 October 2024 to honour the memory of the victims of the attack. MIL OSI Europe […]

Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Israeli settlers shoot, beat to death 2 Palestinians in latest lynchings
BEARING WITNESS: By Cole Martin in occupied West Bank Two young Palestinians were shot and beaten to death on their land, and 30 injured, by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank on Saturday. A large group of settlers attacked the rural Palestinian village of Sinjil, in the Ramallah governorate, beating Sayfollah “Saif” Mussalet, 20, […]

University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: ABC’s and CBS’s settlements with Trump are a dangerous step toward the commander in chief becoming the editor-in-chief
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michael J. Socolow, Professor of Communication and Journalism, University of Maine Will settlements by news companies with President Donald Trump turn journalists into puppets? MARHARYTA MARKO/iStock Getty Images Plus It was a surrender widely foreseen. For months, rumors abounded that Paramount would eventually settle the seemingly frivolous […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Consultation on 2026 funding determinations is now open
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 15 July 2025Last updated 15 July 2025 Print Share The Ministry of Education (MoE) invites sector feedback on proposed variations to 2026 funding determinations.The Ministry of Education (MoE) invites sector feedback on proposed variations to 2026 funding determinations. Providers have been sent an invitation to participate through DXP Ngā […]

MIL-Evening Report: Hung parliament still likely outcome of Tasmanian election, with Liberals well ahead of Labor in new poll
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adrian Beaumont, Election Analyst (Psephologist) at The Conversation; and Honorary Associate, School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Melbourne A new Tasmanian DemosAU poll gives the Liberals a 34.9–24.7 statewide vote lead over Labor, implying the Liberals will win the most seats but be short of […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: National two-minute silence to mark VJ Day 80
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release National two-minute silence to mark VJ Day 80 National two-minute silence will be held at 12 noon on 15 August 2025 to honour the 80th anniversary of VJ Day Event at National Memorial Arboretum to honour VJ veterans will be broadcast live Red Arrows will […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to study suggesting vapes are more effective for quitting smoking than gum or lozenges including in disadvantaged groups
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments July 14, 2025 A study published in Annals of Internal Medicine looks at vapes for smoking cessation in disadvantaged groups.  Prof Leonie Brose, Professor of Addictions & Public Health at King’s College London, said: “This very well-conducted Australian study shows that vaping is more effective than traditional nicotine replacement […]

MIL-Evening Report: Antisemitism plan fails on a number of fronts – a contentious definition of hate is just the start
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Louise Chappell, Scientia Professor, UNSW Sydney The antisemitism strategy presented to the Albanese government has attracted considerable – and wholly justifed – criticism. Produced by Jillian Segal, the special envoy to combat antisemitism, the blueprint falls short in a range of areas essential to good public policy. […]

MIL-Evening Report: Do I have prostate cancer? Why a simple PSA blood test alone won’t give you the answer
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kevin M. Koo, NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow, The University of Queensland Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australia, with about 26,000 men diagnosed per year. The majority (more than 85%) are aged over 60. Prostate cancer kills around 3,900 Australians a year. Yet most prostate […]

MIL-Evening Report: Almost half of young workers expected to work unpaid overtime, while a quarter aren’t paid compulsory super
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Howe, Associate Dean (Research), Melbourne Law School, The University of Melbourne Anna Kraynova/Shutterstock A young person gets a job, excited to earn their first paycheck. Over time, they realise the hours are long and the payslips small. They are told to stay back to clean up […]

MIL-OSI USA: July 14th, 2025

Heinrich Announces Committee Passage of Over $12.5 Million for New Mexico
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich Investments Heinrich championed fully fund SNAP & WIC, increase funding for the Southwest Border Commission, support Tribes & farmers, provide rental assistance, & more WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced the bipartisan Senate Appropriations Committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: ABC’s and CBS’s settlements with Trump are a dangerous step toward the commander in chief becoming the editor-in-chief
Source: The Conversation – USA – By Michael J. Socolow, Professor of Communication and Journalism, University of Maine Will settlements by news companies with President Donald Trump turn journalists into puppets? MARHARYTA MARKO/iStock Getty Images Plus It was a surrender widely foreseen. For months, rumors abounded that Paramount would eventually settle the seemingly frivolous lawsuit […]

MIL-OSI USA: UConn Medical Students Learning to Strike Out Organ Donation Inequities
Source: US State of Connecticut Two UConn School of Medicine students Riley Cable and Lila Medeiros of the Class of 2028 are immersed in a unique, new summer training program offered by the New England Donor Services (NEDS) seeking to educate future doctors to address longstanding inequities in organ donation. Medical students of the new Galen V. […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko congratulated graduates and staff of Stankin on the 95th anniversary of the university and presented students with honors diplomas
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. July 12 marked the 95th anniversary of the founding of the Moscow State Technological University “Stankin” – one of the leading technical universities in the country. Deputy Prime […]

MIL-OSI Russia: The Polytechnic University hosted the School of Young Scientists “Advanced Materials and Technologies: from Invention to Implementation”
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. During the International Scientific conference “Implementation of Innovations. New Materials and Additive Technologies” (VINMiAT-25), which took place at the Technopolis Polytech Scientific Research Institute, the School of Young Scientists was in operation. […]

MIL-OSI Russia: To the team of Moscow State Technological University “Stankin”.
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Moscow State Technological University “Stankin” turns 95 years old. Dear friends! I sincerely congratulate you on this significant event – the 95th anniversary of the founding of the […]

MIL-OSI Russia: The government allocated 1 billion rubles for the creation of infrastructure for the Composite Valley innovation center
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Document Order dated July 11, 2025 No. 1871-r 1 billion rubles will be allocated from the Cabinet’s reserve fund for the implementation of measures to create the infrastructure […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: University graduates in Ghana must serve society for a year – study suggests it’s good for national unity
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Arnim Langer, Professor, KU Leuven Almost 70 years after independence was gained across the continent, many African countries continue to face the complex task of managing ethnic diversity and building national cohesion. National cohesion is a broad and often abstract concept. It refers to the extent to which […]

MIL-OSI Africa: University graduates in Ghana must serve society for a year – study suggests it’s good for national unity
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Arnim Langer, Professor, KU Leuven Almost 70 years after independence was gained across the continent, many African countries continue to face the complex task of managing ethnic diversity and building national cohesion. National cohesion is a broad and often abstract concept. It refers to the extent to which […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Songshan Lake: A Microcosm of China’s Innovation Ecosystem
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News GUANGZHOU, July 14 (Xinhua) — The area around Songshan Lake in southern China’s Guangdong Province exudes youthful […]

Analysis: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 15, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: A warning from the future: the risk if NZ gets climate adaptation policy wrong today
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Logan, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury Getty Images New Zealand 2050: On the morning of February 27, the sea surged through the dunes south of the small town of Te Taone, riding on the back of Cyclone Harita’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: ABC’s and CBS’s settlements with Trump are a dangerous step toward the commander in chief becoming the editor-in-chief
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michael J. Socolow, Professor of Communication and Journalism, University of Maine Will settlements by news companies with President Donald Trump turn journalists into puppets? MARHARYTA MARKO/iStock Getty Images Plus It was a surrender widely foreseen. For months, rumors abounded that Paramount would eventually settle the seemingly frivolous […]

MIL-Evening Report: Is there any hope for the internet?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Aarushi Bhandari, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Davidson College Hate and mental illness fester online because love and healing seem to be incompatible with profits. Ihor Lukianenko/iStock via Getty Images In 2001, social theorist bell hooks warned about the dangers of a loveless zeitgeist. In “All About Love: […]

MIL-Evening Report: Hung parliament still likely outcome of Tasmanian election, with Liberals well ahead of Labor in new poll
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adrian Beaumont, Election Analyst (Psephologist) at The Conversation; and Honorary Associate, School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Melbourne A new Tasmanian DemosAU poll gives the Liberals a 34.9–24.7 statewide vote lead over Labor, implying the Liberals will win the most seats but be short of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Reporting International Migration: Less than the Truth
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Yesterday I listened to RNZ’s political commentators. The principal topic was an aspect of the recently released May 2025 international migration. Kathryn Ryan starts by reminding us of the “old […]

MIL-Evening Report: Antisemitism plan fails on a number of fronts – a contentious definition of hate is just the start
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Louise Chappell, Scientia Professor, UNSW Sydney The antisemitism strategy presented to the Albanese government has attracted considerable – and wholly justifed – criticism. Produced by Jillian Segal, the special envoy to combat antisemitism, the blueprint falls short in a range of areas essential to good public policy. […]

MIL-Evening Report: Do I have prostate cancer? Why a simple PSA blood test alone won’t give you the answer
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kevin M. Koo, NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow, The University of Queensland Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australia, with about 26,000 men diagnosed per year. The majority (more than 85%) are aged over 60. Prostate cancer kills around 3,900 Australians a year. Yet most prostate […]

MIL-Evening Report: Many fish are social, but pesticides are pushing them apart
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kyle Morrison, PhD Candidate in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, UNSW Sydney Kazakov Maksim, Shutterstock Scientists have detected pesticides in rivers, lakes and oceans worldwide. So what are these pesticides doing to the fish? Long before pesticides reach lethal doses, they can disrupt hormones, impair brain function and […]

MIL-Evening Report: Almost half of young workers expected to work unpaid overtime, while a quarter aren’t paid compulsory super
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Howe, Associate Dean (Research), Melbourne Law School, The University of Melbourne Anna Kraynova/Shutterstock A young person gets a job, excited to earn their first paycheck. Over time, they realise the hours are long and the payslips small. They are told to stay back to clean up […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: ABC’s and CBS’s settlements with Trump are a dangerous step toward the commander in chief becoming the editor-in-chief
Source: The Conversation – USA – By Michael J. Socolow, Professor of Communication and Journalism, University of Maine Will settlements by news companies with President Donald Trump turn journalists into puppets? MARHARYTA MARKO/iStock Getty Images Plus It was a surrender widely foreseen. For months, rumors abounded that Paramount would eventually settle the seemingly frivolous lawsuit […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: School lunches, the French way: It’s not just about nutrition, but togetherness and ‘bon appetit’
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Rachel Engler-Stringer, Professor, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan This spring, as part of a sabbatical project, I had the privilege of visiting school food programs and meeting with school food researchers in six cities in France, England and Scotland. I got to eat school […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: School lunches, the French way: It’s not just about nutrition, but togetherness and ‘bon appetit’
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Rachel Engler-Stringer, Professor, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan This spring, as part of a sabbatical project, I had the privilege of visiting school food programs and meeting with school food researchers in six cities in France, England and Scotland. I got to eat school […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Russian Imperial Movement: how a far-right group outlawed by the UK is spreading terror across Europe
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Dale Pankhurst, PhD candidate and Tutor in the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics, Queen’s University Belfast The British government announced in early July that a far-right group called the Russian Imperial Movement (RIM) will be banned under terrorism legislation. This will make it a criminal offence […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Zambia facing a democratic crossroads as it enters a fresh constitutional crisis
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Nic Cheeseman, Professor of Democracy, University of Birmingham The election of Zambia’s president, Hakainde Hichilema, in 2021 was widely interpreted as a victory for democracy. Zambia had suffered rising repression under former leader Edgar Lungu, but Hichilema promised democratic accountability. However, there are now concerns that his government […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Over €10 billion has now been pledged for Ukraine’s recovery. It’s nowhere near enough
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Stefan Wolff, Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham Clearly angered by the intensification of Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine, Donald Trump has pivoted from the suspension of US military assistance to Ukraine to promising its resumption. Russia’s strikes on major cities killed more civilians in June than […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: How soup might soothe symptoms and support recovery from colds and flu – new research
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Sandra Lucas, Senior Lecturer, School of Health Sciences, University of the West of Scotland New Africa/Shutterstock For generations, chicken soup has been a go-to remedy for people feeling under the weather. It holds a cherished place in many cultures as a comforting treatment for colds and flu. But […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Horseflies and wasps and jellyfish – how to stay safe from stings and bites this summer
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Dan Baumgardt, Senior Lecturer, School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience, University of Bristol Anna Kuzmenko/Shutterstock Despite the glorious arrival of summer, there’s definitely a sting in the season’s tail – quite literally. Even in the UK, it’s not just sunburn we need to watch out for. From nettles […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Donor-egg pregnancies may come with higher rates of serious complications – here’s what you need to know
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Catherine Meads, Professor of Health, Anglia Ruskin University takasu/Shutterstock More women than ever are carrying babies conceived with someone else’s egg – but few are told that this might carry greater health risks. Pregnancies involving an embryo that doesn’t share the pregnant woman’s DNA are becoming more common. […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: From raw garlic cloves to cayenne pepper: why ‘natural’ DIY skincare can leave you burnt, itchy – or worse
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Adam Taylor, Professor of Anatomy, Lancaster University Krakenimages.com/Shutterstock Scrolling through social media, it’s hard to miss influencers raiding the pantry for “natural” beauty fixes: baking-soda scrubs, garlic spot sticks, cayenne masks that promise to tighten pores and banish dullness. The appeal is obvious. Why pay for a dermatologist-tested […]

Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 15, 2025

MIL-Evening Report: Is there any hope for the internet?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Aarushi Bhandari, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Davidson College Hate and mental illness fester online because love and healing seem to be incompatible with profits. Ihor Lukianenko/iStock via Getty Images In 2001, social theorist bell hooks warned about the dangers of a loveless zeitgeist. In “All About Love: […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Africa – Unlocking Opportunity: How India can Harness the Africa Corridor to Grow Merchandise Exports (By Shivank Goel)
Source: Rand Merchant Bank From tech stack adoption in countries like Ghana and Angola, to partnerships between Indian public sector firms and African energy providers, the bilateral relationship is rapidly deepening SANDTON, South Africa, July 14, 2025 – By Shivank Goel, an Indo-Africa Corridor Specialist at RMB (www.RMB.co.za) At GTR Africa 2025, a diverse panel […]

MIL-OSI: XRP daily income cashing! RICH Miner leads the cloud mining APP revolution based on Ripple
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Chicago, Illinois, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ripple (XRP), as one of the world’s most liquid and fast-transaction digital currencies, is being shifted from “long-term holding” to “efficient cashing” by more and more users. Now, with the help of RICH Miner cloud mining platform, XRP holders finally have a revolutionary way […]

MIL-OSI: $HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Monogram Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: MGRM)
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Class Action Attorney Juan Monteverde with Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm in the 2024 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. The firm is headquartered at the Empire […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Power bank recalls on the rise due to serious burn and property damage risks
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development The ACCC is urging consumers to be alert to a growing list of recalled wireless power banks, which have the potential to cause serious burns and property damage. Power banks, also known as portable battery packs, are portable battery chargers commonly powered by rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-polymer batteries. They […]

MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Energy Secretary: The World Needs More Reliable American Energy
Source: US Department of Energy The Economist July 14, 2025 “Climate change is a by-product of progress, not an existential crisis, says Trump’s energy czar” By Chris Wright, Secretary of Energy Nearly every aspect of modern life depends upon energy. It fuels opportunity, lifts people out of poverty and saves lives. That is why, as […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General Welcomes Adoption of Final Report of Open-ended Working Group on Security, Use of Information and Communications Technologies
Source: United Nations General Assembly and Security Council SG/SM/22726 The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres: The Secretary-General welcomes the consensus adoption of the final report of the Open-ended working group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies (ICTs) 2021-2025, marking the conclusion […]

MIL-OSI USA: SCHUMER: A HISTORIC MOMENT FOR UPSTATE NY! AMERICA’S FIRST-EVER NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR TECHNOLOGY CENTER OFFICIALLY OPENS AT ALBANY NANOTECH, MARKING MAJOR MILESTONE AS NEW GLOBAL EPICENTER FOR…
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New York Charles E Schumer Schumer Says NSTC Will Attract Companies From Around The World To Upstate NY, Boosting Existing NY Companies From Micron To GlobalFoundries With Access To Most Advanced Machinery In The World And Bringing Thousands Of Good-Paying Jobs To Re-Establish America’s Global Chip Leadership […]

MIL-OSI: HCI Group Sets Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Call for Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 4:45 p.m. ET
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TAMPA, Fla., July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HCI Group, Inc. (NYSE: HCI) will hold a conference call on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 4:45 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Financial results will be issued in a press release the same day after […]

MIL-OSI: VisionWave Technologies Inc. and Bannix Acquisition Corp. Complete Business Combination
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) VisionWave Holdings Inc. to Commence Trading on Nasdaq Under Ticker “VWAV” VisionWave Technologies Inc. and Bannix Acquisition Corp. Have Closed the Business Combination on July 14, 2025 VisionWave Holdings Inc. Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Will Begin Trading on Nasdaq on July 15, 2025, Under Ticker Symbols “VWAV” and “VWAVW,” Respectively […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: World News in Brief: Inter-ethnic violence in Syria, Indigenous Peoples’ rights, global information security
Source: United Nations 2 The violence erupted two days after a Druze merchant was abducted on the highway to Damascus. The incident marks the latest episode of sectarian bloodshed in Syria, where fears among minority groups have surged since Islamist rebels toppled former dictator Bashar al-Assad in December and installed a new caretaker Government, which […]

MIL-OSI: XRP breaks through, GoldenMining launches crypto income portfolio
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) London, England, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As XRP rallies, reaching highs of $2.99, investors find themselves at a critical juncture: should they hold on to their positions, cash out, or take a more strategic, balanced approach? In this environment, London-based cloud mining company GoldenMining offers a compelling solution: combining XRP’s […]

MIL-OSI: Cyber A.I. Group Files Patent for Market Disruptive CyberAI Sentinel 2.0 AI-driven Cybersecurity Technology
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Intelligent and Affordable AI-Powered Cybersecurity Solution Engineered for Global Adoption as Company Continues High-Growth Expansion Initiatives Advanced Technology Team Led by Dr. Peter Morales Delivering Global Market Disruptive Technology MIAMI and NEW YORK and LONDON, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cyber A.I. Group, Inc. (“CyberAI” or the “Company”), an emerging growth Cybersecurity, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Linking Satellite Data and Community Knowledge to Advance Alaskan Snow Science
Source: NASA Seasonal snow plays a significant role in global water and energy cycles, and billions of people worldwide rely on snowmelt for water resources needs, including water supply, hydropower, agriculture, and more. Monitoring snow water equivalent (SWE) is critical for supporting these applications and for mitigating damages caused by snowmelt flooding, avalanches, and other […]

MIL-OSI USA: Protected: Glenn Extreme Environments Rig (GEER)
Source: NASA GEER is a world-class facility designed to simulate extreme environments. The Surface of Venus – Here on Earth The Glenn Extreme Environments Rig (GEER) is a high-tech pressure vessel capable of simulating the temperature, pressure, and atmospheric gas mix of many extreme environments in the solar system and beyond. These capabilities enable unique science investigations, provide […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Possibilities of strengthening data security within public procurement regulation – E-001462/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament The Commission confirms that ‘data security’ can be used in public procurement as a technical specifications requirement or as part of the awarding criteria. It is up to the public buyers to define the adequate procurement solution that meets their specific needs and reflect it adequately in the tender documents. The evaluation […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Acquisition of X by Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence start-up xAI – E-001615/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament This transaction has not been formally notified to the Commission. It is up to the companies to notify transactions for merger control clearance, if they constitute a concentration with an EU dimension under the Merger Regulation[1]. The processing of personal data requires a legal basis under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)[2]. […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Lack of transparency on allegedly manipulated EMA vaccine documents and implications for public trust and foreign interference – E-001401/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament The Commission would like to stress that the European Medicines Agency (EMA) cyberattack in 2020 was successfully contained without affecting the evaluation and approval of COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics. The EMA swiftly launched a full investigation, in close cooperation with the Dutch police, the Cybersecurity Service for the Union institutions, bodies, offices […]

MIL-OSI USA: States sue to release $7B in federal education funding illegally withheld
Source: Washington State News SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown today announced his office has joined litigation against the U.S. Department of Education and the Office of Management and Budget for the government’s illegal withholding of $7 billion in formula grants allocated to the states. “Student success and wellbeing is a nonpartisan issue. It’s inexcusable that […]

MIL-OSI USA: Opening Remarks of Commissioner Kristin Johnson: Regulators Roundtable on Financial Markets Innovation and Supervision of Emergent Technology
Source: US Commodity Futures Trading Commission It is truly my pleasure to welcome you all today to the Regulators Roundtable on Financial Markets Innovation and Supervision of Emergent Technology. My sincere and tremendous gratitude to everyone who has gathered here in London today. This year marks the third year that I have had the privilege […]