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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Federated Farmers call on Minister Watts to rule out yet another tax

Source: Federated Farmers

Federated Farmers is calling on the Revenue Minister to rule out yet another tax, this time a controversial Inland Revenue proposal hitting the not-for-profit sector.

Under the proposal, organisations like Federated Farmers would be taxed on their membership subscription income for the first time.

“We’re calling on Simon Watts to move quickly and categorically take this off the table,” Federated Farmers board member Richard McIntyre says.

“This is not a routine tax consultation – this is a significant new interpretation that overturns 20 years of settled practice.”

Ideally, Inland Revenue would withdraw its draft interpretation but, failing that, the Minister must step in, McIntyre says.

“This isn’t a minor tweak – it’s a fundamental shift in how the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) interprets the law.

“It would have serious consequences for New Zealand’s not-for-profit sector.”

Under current practice, not-for-profits structured as mutual associations – organisations set up to serve their members rather than make a profit – aren’t taxed on income they receive from members.

This principle, known as mutuality, is based on the idea that a group of people cannot make profit from dealing with themselves.

However, IRD is proposing that if a not-for-profit is constitutionally prohibited from distributing profits to members, as most are, its member income should be taxed.

“This would pull the rug out from under about 9000 not-for profits, advocacy groups, professional associations, unions, community organisations, and political parties who rely on membership fees to fund their operations,” McIntyre says.

“This is not just about Federated Farmers – it’s sector-wide and is creating huge concern.”

The IRD’s draft relies heavily on an Australian legal precedent – the Coleambally Irrigation case – which found mutuality does not apply when there is a legal bar on profit distribution.

But Federated Farmers argues this is a poor precedent to import into New Zealand, noting that Australia’s Parliament had to step in and reverse it with legislation after significant backlash.

New Zealand’s not-for-profit framework is different – but the harm from adopting this interpretation would create exactly the same confusion and harm, McIntyre says.

Federated Farmers’ submission urges the IRD Commissioner to withdraw the proposal and reaffirm the non-taxable status of genuine mutual income.

“Ultimately, this is now a political question. The Government cannot allow the Inland Revenue to unilaterally rewrite tax policy that affects thousands of organisations,” McIntyre says.

“This is why the Minister needs to rule this out publicly. Tax policy decisions of this magnitude belong with elected representatives, not faceless tax officials in Wellington.”

Federated Farmers has submitted on this consultation draft.

The submission questions why IRD is pursuing the change now, after more than 20 years of consistent guidance and practice and ecosystem has been allowed to flourish under the existing rules.

“After two decades of stability, we have to ask: why now? This has the hallmarks of a desperate revenue grab dressed up as a legal interpretation,” McIntyre says.

“That’s why the Minister needs to make it clear this won’t proceed.”

Federated Farmers is not alone in its concerns.

“We’re hearing from a growing coalition of not-for-profits across the country, who are just as alarmed as us about the proposed change and its implications,” McIntyre says.

“From unions to professional bodies to political parties, the feedback is unanimous: this proposal would be devastating.

“The mutuality principle has served our country well for decades, and it should be preserved.”

Federated Farmers’ submission concludes with a stark warning: if the Commissioner proceeds with the reinterpretation, it will become a political issue – one that Ministers and MPs will need to address urgently.

“The public deserve to know where the Government stands on this. We’re calling on Minister Watts to give that clarity now,” McIntyre says.

The full submission is available here, and Federated Farmers will continue to engage with the Government, other affected organisations, and the wider public as the consultation process unfolds.

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June 24, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government Funding – Nurses need share of primary health care funding increase – NZNO

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation

Increases in primary care funding announced today must be passed onto nurses to fix chronic staff shortages so New Zealanders can get in to see health care professionals faster, the Nurses Organisation Tōputanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) says.

The Government funds GP clinics based on the number of enrolled patients they have, regardless of the services they receive, through what’s called the capitation system.

Health Minister Simeon Brown today announced capitation funding for this year is set to increase to 13.89%.

NZNO College of Primary Care Nurses chair Tracey Morgan says nurses are urging primary care employers to pass this funding increase onto them via their wages, Tracey Morgan says.

“This will help stem the flow of nurses out of primary care and into hospitals.

“A skilled nursing workforce is desperately needed to keep care in the community, ensure vaccination targets are met, ease pressure on hospital emergency departments and prevent long term conditions worsening.

“During collective agreement bargaining last year, primary care nurses were 16-18% behind their hospital-based colleagues in pay. The employers told the union that if the money was available, they would willingly pass it on to nurses.”

Primary care nurses will receive a 3% increase in July through their collective agreement which also gave them a further 5% on ratification earlier this year, Tracey Morgan says.

“However, this will still have them 10% behind hospital nurses with the same qualifications.

“Simeon Brown says this funding boost is help patients see their doctor and nurse earlier. The ability to recruit and retain primary health nurses is vital to achieving this,” Tracey Morgan says.

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June 24, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Animal Welfare – SAFE calls for investigation into sexually explicit dairy farm content

Source: SAFE For Animals

SAFE has been made aware of apparent dairy farm workers who are producing video content of a sexual nature directly involving cows at a New Zealand dairy farm for their social media platforms Instagram and Only Fans.

It is deeply concerning to see mother cows who are already being exploited for their reproductive systems being further victimised for the production of sexually explicit video content.

SAFE finds the actions of all individuals involved, whether directly or indirectly, to be reprehensible and entirely unacceptable. We demand full accountability from those responsible for the care of these animals for allowing such conduct to take place on the farm.

SAFE condemns the dairy industry’s exploitation of mother cows and their calves, including the separation of all newborn calves from their mothers so their milk can be taken for human consumption, and the annual slaughter of around two million bobby calves who are regarded as waste products by the industry.

The public places a great deal of trust in those who work with animals. This trust is eroded when animals are treated as props for profit-driven content that degrades their dignity.

We have reported this matter to Ministry for Primary industries. As we both urge for and anticipate an investigation, we will not be making any further public comments at this time.

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June 24, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health and Government – Recognition of the GP workforce’s value to communities welcomed in funding announcement

Source: Royal NZ College of General Practitioners

Health Minister Hon Simeon Brown’s funding announcement prioritising patients’ health and recognising the crucial role of our specialist general practice workforce has been welcomed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners.

College President Dr Samantha Murton says, “Healthcare starts, and often

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June 24, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Education – Whitireia Foundation scholarships enable study for nearly 900 students across 20+ years

Source: Whitireia and WelTec

Since its inception in 2002, the Whitireia Foundation has awarded scholarships to nearly 900 ākonga (students), supporting their journeys through tertiary study and into careers that make a meaningful impact in their communities.

From nursing and paramedicine to construction, hospitality, IT and more, the Foundation’s impact spans a wide range of industries. More than half of all scholarship recipients have gone on to study in healthcare and social services, helping to fill essential roles in our communities.

The annual Whitireia Foundation Scholarship Awards ceremony took place this month, celebrating ākonga who have received scholarships to support their study at Whitireia and WelTec in 2025. The event brought together ākonga, whānau, sponsors, Foundation trustees, staff and community leaders including Porirua Mayor Anita Baker and Ngāti Toa Rangatira Dr Te Taku Parai to acknowledge the achievements of this year’s recipients.

Dr Leanne Ivil, Whitireia and WelTec Operations Lead and Director Teaching and Learning, says the Foundation plays a vital role in helping ākonga succeed.

“Not only do these scholarships provide financial assistance, but they also give ākonga a sense of belonging, of being seen and supported. For many, the moment they realise that others believe in their future is a significant turning point.”

Chair of the Whitireia Foundation, Kelvin Irvine, says the power of the scholarships lies in the connections they represent.

“Education isn’t a solo journey. These awards reflect a wider community of sponsors, staff, mentors and whānau who come together to champion our ākonga. We’reincredibly proud to have supported nearly 900 ākonga to date, and we look forward to continuing that legacy.”

Delia (Dee) Pahina-Kopa, a third-year Bachelor of Nursing Māori student, was awarded a Whitireia Foundation Scholarship sponsored by Tū Ora Compass Health for her second and third year of studies.

“This scholarship has lifted a huge weight off my shoulders,” she says. ” It’s allowed me to focus fully on my learning and I’m incredibly grateful to the Whitireia Foundation and Tū Ora Compass Health for making that possible.”

The Whitireia Foundation relies on the strong relationship between its trustees and sponsors who work together each year to support ākonga in their studies. Kelvin Irvine says sponsors come from a wide range of industries and their ongoing support reflects a shared commitment to helping ākonga succeed.

“Many of our sponsors have supported the Foundation for years, while others have come on board more recently. What they all have in common is a belief in the value of education and a commitment to invest in the future of our young people and communities,” says Kelvin.

This year’s scholarships will support students across a range of programmes at Whitireia and WelTec, including nursing, social work, IT, business, construction, creativity, hospitality and trades.

The Whitireia Foundation, a volunteer-run Charity, aims to promote knowledge, interest and support for the educational activities of Whitireia and WelTec ākonga. The Whitireia Foundation would like to acknowledge the generous support of 2025 sponsors:

– Alpha NZ

– Aspiring Wallpaper Ltd

– Britton House Movers Ltd

– Dr Sally Hasell

– Focus Projects Ltd

– Ford Sumner Lawyers

– Foster + Melville Architects

– Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors

– Geraldine Lyndhurst

– Graduate Women Wellington

– J A Russell Ltd

– James and Janet Goggin

– Kirk-Burnnand Family

– Maude Legal

– Montage NZ

– Ngāti Toa Rangatira

– Nikau Foundation

– P & M Waite

– Porirua City Council

– Red Wolf Security

– Tanya and Neil Macdonald

– The Y Foundation (YMCA)

– Tu Ora Compass Health

– Whitireia Foundation

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June 24, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: Sharks freeze when you turn them upside down – and there’s no good reason why
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jodie L. Rummer, Professor of Marine Biology, James Cook University

Rachel Moore

Imagine watching your favourite nature documentary. The predator lunges rapidly from its hiding place, jaws wide open, and the prey … suddenly goes limp. It looks dead.

For some animals, this freeze response – called “tonic immobility” – can be a lifesaver. Possums famously “play dead” to avoid predators. So do rabbits, lizards, snakes, and even some insects.

But what happens when a shark does it?

In our recent study, we explored this strange behaviour in sharks, rays and their relatives. In this group, tonic immobility is triggered when the animal is turned upside down – it stops moving, its muscles relax, and it enters a trance-like state. Some scientists even use tonic immobility as a technique to safely handle certain shark species.

But why does it happen? And does it actually help these marine predators survive?

The mystery of the ‘frozen shark’

Despite being well documented across the animal kingdom, the reasons behind tonic immobility remain murky – especially in the ocean. It is generally thought of as an anti-predator defence. But there is no evidence to support this idea in sharks, and alternative hypotheses exist.

We tested 13 species of sharks, rays, and a chimaera — a shark relative commonly referred to as a ghost shark — to see whether they entered tonic immobility when gently turned upside down underwater.

Seven species did, but six did not. We then analysed these findings using evolutionary tools to map the behaviour across hundreds of million years of shark family history.

So, why do some sharks freeze?

Tonic immobility is triggered in sharks when they are turned upside down.
Rachel Moore

Three main hypotheses

There are three main hypotheses to explain tonic immobility in sharks:
1. Anti-predator strategy – “playing dead” to avoid being eaten
2. Reproductive role – some male sharks invert females during mating, so perhaps tonic immobility helps reduce struggle
3. Sensory overload response – a kind of shutdown during extreme stimulation.
Our results don’t support any of these explanations.

There’s no strong evidence sharks benefit from freezing when attacked. In fact, modern predators such as orcas can use this response against sharks by flipping them over to immobilise them and then remove their nutrient-rich livers – a deadly exploit.

The reproductive hypothesis also falls short. Tonic immobility doesn’t differ between sexes, and remaining immobile could make females vulnerable to harmful or forced mating events.

And the sensory overload idea? Untested and unverified. So, we offer a simpler explanation. Tonic immobility in sharks is likely an evolutionary relic.

A case of evolutionary baggage

Our evolutionary analysis suggests tonic immobility is “plesiomorphic” – an ancestral trait that was likely present in ancient sharks, rays and chimaeras. But as species evolved, many lost the behaviour.

In fact, we found that tonic immobility was lost independently at least five times across different groups. Which raises the question: why?

In some environments, freezing might actually be a bad idea. Small reef sharks and bottom-dwelling rays often squeeze through tight crevices in complex coral habitats when feeding or resting. Going limp in such settings could get them stuck – or worse. That means losing this behaviour might have actually been advantageous in these lineages.

So, what does this all mean?

Rather than a clever survival tactic, tonic immobility might just be “evolutionary baggage” – a behaviour that once served a purpose, but now persists in some species simply because it doesn’t do enough harm to be selected against.

It’s a good reminder that not every trait in nature is adaptive. Some are just historical quirks.

Our work helps challenge long-held assumptions about shark behaviour, and sheds light on the hidden evolutionary stories still unfolding in the ocean’s depths. Next time you hear about a shark “playing dead”, remember – it might just be muscle memory from a very, very long time ago.

Jodie L. Rummer receives funding from the Australian Research Council. She is affiliated with the Australian Coral Reef Society, as President.

Joel Gayford receives funding from the Northcote Trust.

– ref. Sharks freeze when you turn them upside down – and there’s no good reason why – https://theconversation.com/sharks-freeze-when-you-turn-them-upside-down-and-theres-no-good-reason-why-259448
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June 24, 2025
MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF

Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF)

24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) warns that these actions exacerbate the already dire situation for Palestinians in the West Bank, who face significant barriers to accessing healthcare and essential services, especially since October 2023. MSF urges an immediate halt to measures that contribute to forced displacement and a system of annexation, including prolonged military presence, movement restrictions, demolitions, excessive use of force, and denial of basic services.

“On June 13 the Israeli forces raided my village in Tulkarem, they took over two residential buildings and turned them into military barracks, displacing the people who were living there. Since then, they have been patrolling the village regularly, conducting investigations, interrogations, arrests, searches, and detentions.” Karim*, MSF staff member

“Over the past week, West Bank communities have seen their lives further controlled by an occupying power while the world looks away. This cannot continue.” Simona Onidi, project coordinator Jenin and Tulkarem.

On 13 June, the day the escalations started, the Israeli authorities blocked all major Israeli checkpoints and road gates entrances to Hebron for four days. This forced people seeking medical care to cross between areas on foot, forcing critically ill people to walk long distances, taking the risk of being shot at, or being prevented from crossing at all.

“On 14 June, I tried to take my brother from Bethlehem to a medical appointment in Hebron – a trip that should take 25 minutes. But due to the new Israeli restrictions, all main entrances and exits were closed. It took us three hours, and in the end, despite being very ill, he had to walk through a closed checkpoint on foot, like many others, which is not safe.” Oday Al-Shobaki, communications officer.

MSF has suspended mobile clinics in Hebron and Nablus that provide mental health, sexual reproductive care, and basic healthcare due to these checkpoint closures and security concerns from the intensified military operations. In Jenin and Tulkarem, mobile clinics had to adapt working hours, running on some days, not others, because of Israeli forces’ presence in nearby villages. This has forced patients to rely on phone consultations.

Military operations and violent raids by the Israeli army have been going on for years in the West Bank. 2022 saw a then-record number of Palestinian deaths due to violence by Israeli forces or settlers. Since October 2023, Israeli forces have increased the number of coercive measures and use of extreme physical violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank including severe movement restrictions, military raids, and systemic barriers to essential services.

In January 2025, the Israeli forces began the ‘Iron Wall’ military operation in northern West Bank, which is still ongoing. Violently emptying well-established camps and preventing any return. More than 42,000 people have been forcibly displaced and left without stable homes and with limited access to food, water, and medical care.

“This latest wave of restrictions and violence over the last week, seems to be an opportunity for Israeli forces to entrench control, deepen the fragmentation of Palestinian communities and further the system that the International Court of Justice has described as amounting to racial segregation and apartheid. We urge third states to move beyond words of condemnation and put real pressure on Israeli authorities to end excessive force and lift movement restrictions blocking access to essential services and humanitarian aid, scaling up support for displaced and isolated communities across the West Bank.” Simona Onidi, project coordinator, Jenin and Tulkarem.

(*name changed.)

MSF is an international, medical, humanitarian organisation that delivers medical care to people in need, regardless of their origin, religion, or political affiliation. MSF has been working in Haiti for over 30 years, offering general healthcare, trauma care, burn wound care, maternity care, and care for survivors of sexual violence. MSF Australia was established in 1995 and is one of 24 international MSF sections committed to delivering medical humanitarian assistance to people in crisis. In 2022, more than 120 project staff from Australia and New Zealand worked with MSF on assignment overseas. MSF delivers medical care based on need alone and operates independently of government, religion or economic influence and irrespective of race, religion or gender. For more information visit msf.org.au

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June 24, 2025
MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – New research reveals most Australians unprepared for future health care decisions

Source: Advance Care Planning Australia

A landmark national study commissioned by Advance Care Planning Australia reveals that only one in three Australians (33%) have taken steps to plan for their future health care, highlighting a widespread lack of preparation for critical medical decisions.

Dr Catherine Joyce, National Manager for Advance Care Planning Australia says the findings show a major gap in routine health care.

“This study shows that advance care planning is not a standard part of basic health care in Australia with many Australians missing the opportunity to plan ahead and ensure their health care preferences are known and respected,” Dr Joyce said.

This is the first national prevalence study to take a modern approach to advance care planning. Rather than focusing solely on document completion, the research considers other key elements such as talking with loved ones, choosing substitute decision-makers, and overall motivators and attitudes that drive uptake.

“We often think of advance care planning as just filling out a form, but it’s much more than that. It’s about open communication, understanding your options, and making sure your choices guide your care – especially during life’s most difficult moments,” Dr Joyce said.

“While it might feel uncomfortable to think about, planning ahead can be one of the most empowering and compassionate choices you make. It brings peace of mind to individuals. It also reduces the burden on family, fri

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June 24, 2025
Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – New research reveals most Australians unprepared for future health care decisions
Source: Advance Care Planning Australia A landmark national study commissioned by Advance Care Planning Australia reveals that only one in three Australians (33%) have taken steps to plan for their future health care, highlighting a widespread lack of preparation for critical medical decisions. Dr Catherine Joyce, National Manager for Advance Care Planning Australia says the […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF
Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) 24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans […]

MIL-Evening Report: Sharks freeze when you turn them upside down – and there’s no good reason why
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jodie L. Rummer, Professor of Marine Biology, James Cook University Rachel Moore Imagine watching your favourite nature documentary. The predator lunges rapidly from its hiding place, jaws wide open, and the prey … suddenly goes limp. It looks dead. For some animals, this freeze response – called […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Behind the headlines: the hidden toll on journalists during the pandemic era
Source: 24 June 2025 Getty Images New research has revealed the trauma faced by journalists during the height of the pandemic, caused by exposure to online threats, disturbing information and disrupted work routines that exacerbated an industry already under pressure from the rise of social media and online news. Journalism and media experts from the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government out of touch on employment rights
Source: NZCTU The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected and out of touch the New Zealand government is when it comes to employment rights. “This decision is a huge step towards establishing internationally recognised labour rights for […]

MIL-OSI China: 9th China-South Asia Expo seals deals worth 8.66 bln yuan
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The 9th China-South Asia Expo has secured deals worth over 8.66 billion yuan (around 1.21 billion U.S. dollars) so far, according to a press conference during the ongoing event held in Kunming, Yunnan Province, southwest China, on Monday. According to the provincial department of commerce, a […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: 1 in 10 young adults are LGBTIQ+ – Stats NZ media release and report: LGBTIQ+ population of Aotearoa New Zealand: 2023
1 in 10 young adults are LGBTIQ+ – media release 24 June 2025 The LGBTIQ+ population is comparatively young, with 1 in 10 people aged 15 to 29 years being LGBTIQ+ (10.2 percent) in the 2023 Census, compared with 1 in 20 adults in the overall adult population (4.9 percent), according to a report released by […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Human remains located, Ōwhiro Bay
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Lee Underhill, Wellington CIB An investigation is underway following the discovery of human remains at an address in Ōwhiro Bay on Sunday (22 June). On Monday afternoon a Police team were in the area after a homeowner located remains in his garden. The remains have […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Prime Minister strengthens NZ’s ties with Europe
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has held high-level talks with European Union leaders in Brussels, to underline the close ties between New Zealand and the EU. “The European Union is one of New Zealand’s most trusted partners,” Mr Luxon says. “This is something that was emphasised in my meetings with both EU Commission President […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Lifesaving funding boosts for Kiwis’ outdoor safety
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed an additional $76.7 million for New Zealand Search and Rescue over three years, to ensure 12 organisations can continue their lifesaving operations.Additionally, the Government has announced an investment of $624,000 over the same period, to help maintain and improve recreational aviation safety across the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Frequently asked questions (FAQs) – changes to vocational education
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Can you please explain the different groups involved in the changes? ISBsIndustry Skills Boards Industry Skills Boards are new entities that will be established formally from 1 January 2026. They have a core role of standard setting for vocational education across their allocated sectors. They will also work to share the voice […]

MIL-OSI USA: Office of the Governor – Flag Order – Governor Green Lowers Flags in Honor of John Henry Felix
Source: US State of Hawaii Office of the Governor – Flag Order – Governor Green Lowers Flags in Honor of John Henry Felix Posted on Jun 23, 2025 in Flag Orders, Latest Department News, Newsroom, Office of the Governor Press Releases STATE OF HAWAIʻIKA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D.GOVERNORKE KIAʻĀINA GOVERNOR GREEN LOWERS FLAGS […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cracking the code of early onset bowel cancer: the search for 10 key biomarkers
Source: 24 June 2025 [embedded content] Bowel cancer is no longer just a disease of the elderly. In Australia and around the world, there’s been a concerning rise in bowel cancer cases among people under 50, and no one yet knows exactly why. Leading cancer researcher Professor Michael Samuel – from the Centre for Cancer […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Changes for prescribing ADHD medications
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey has welcomed prescribing changes that will enable GPs and nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). “I applaud Pharmac and Medsafe’s decision to widen prescribing rules for ADHD medicines from next February, this decision will give New Zealanders faster access […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Iowa Army Guard Soldiers Train at Tigerland
Source: United States Army A group of U.S. Army Soldiers lie in a field after exiting a UH-60 Black Hawk at the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Johnson, La., June 10, 2025. Soldiers practice entering and exiting the aircraft to enhance proficiency for real-world missions. (Photo Credit: Spc. Ruth Harrington) VIEW ORIGINAL FORT POLK, La. […]

MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier holds talks with Singaporean PM
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 23, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING, June 23 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government recognises Matariki near Ohakune
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is recognising Matariki at the official ceremony near Ohakune today, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. “We are honoured to be guests of Ngāti Rangi for this traditional hautapu ceremony,” Mr Goldsmith says. “This is the fourth national Matariki broadcast but […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: GPs and nurse practitioners able to start ADHD treatment from next year
Source: PHARMAC From February 2026, general practitioners (GPs) and nurse practitioners will be able to start medical treatment for adults with ADHD, following decisions by Medsafe and Pharmac. This is a change to the current system, under which GPs and nurse practitioners can only prescribe ADHD stimulant medicines to patients on a written recommendation from […]

MIL-OSI USA: Wyden Reintroduces Legislation to Protect TPS and DED Recipients
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore) June 23, 2025 The legislation has been reintroduced following Trump’s attack on immigrant communities, including 563,000 TPS recipients Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., joined 30 senators today in reintroducing legislation to provide qualified Temporary Protected Status and Deferred Enforced Departure recipients a […]

June 24, 2025
South America – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

South America: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko: Improving the quality of teaching natural sciences in schools is bearing fruit
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Russian team of the first Open International Geographical Olympiad (openGeo 2025) The results of the first Open International Geographical Olympiad (openGeo 2025) were summed up at the University Gymnasium of the Lomonosov Moscow State […]

MIL-Evening Report: It’s time to face an uncomfortable truth: maybe our pampered pets would be better off without us
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nancy Cushing, Associate professor, University of Newcastle ROSLAN RAHMAN/AFP via Getty Images Pet-keeping is often promoted for the benefits it brings humans. A close association with another animal can provide us with a sense of purpose and a daily dose of joy. It can aid our health, […]

MIL-OSI: dLocal announces appointment of Independent Board Member
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DLocal Limited (“dLocal”, “we”, “us”, and “our”) (NASDAQ:DLO), a technology-first payments platform, today announced the appointment of Will Pruett as an Independent Board Member and well as a member of our Audit Committee, effective July 1, 2025. With his extensive expertise in capital markets […]

MIL-OSI USA: NASA’s Curiosity Mars Rover Starts Unpacking Boxwork Formations
Source: NASA [embedded content]Drag your mouse or move your phone to pan around within this 360-degree view to explore the boxwork patterns on Mars that NASA’s Curiosity is investigating for the first time. The rover captured the 291 images that make up this mosaic between May 15 and May 18.Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS The rover recently drilled […]

MIL-OSI USA: June 23rd, 2025

Heinrich, Cortez Masto, Hernández Call on Trump Administration to Maintain Funding for Puerto Rico Energy Resilience
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member on the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Resident Commissioner for Puerto Rico Pablo José Hernández (D-P.R.) and 19 Members of Congress in a letter […]

MIL-OSI Security: Two-Hundred-Fifty-One New Immigration Cases Filed in Western District of Texas, Fewest Since March
Source: US FBI SAN ANTONIO –United States Attorney Justin R. Simmons for the Western District of Texas announced today, that federal prosecutors in the district filed 251 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from June 13 through 19. Among the new cases, U.S. citizens Derrick Eugene Huntington, 39, and Michael Jerear Smith Jr., 39, of […]

MIL-OSI Security: Thirteen Indicted for Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine and Cocaine as well as Illegal Possession of Machine Guns
Source: US FBI KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Ten Mexican nationals, one Guatemalan national, and two United States citizens have been indicted by a federal grand jury for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine as well as numerous counts of distribution of those controlled substances, illegal possession of machine guns, alien in possession of firearms, felon […]

MIL-OSI USA: Following Trump Attacks on TPS, Cortez Masto, Van Hollen Put Forward Bill to Protect TPS and DED Recipients
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Nevada Cortez Masto Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and 29 of her Senate colleagues in putting forward legislation to provide qualified Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) recipients a path to legal permanent residency. The […]

MIL-OSI Security: Narcotics Trafficker Who Brokered Cross-Country Fentanyl Sales Sentenced to 75 Months in Federal Prison
Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) WASHINGTON – Melvin Edward Allen, Jr., 39, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 75 months in federal prison for his role in a fentanyl trafficking conspiracy which distributed hundreds of thousands […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement: Enduring Partnership, Ambitious Agenda
Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Today marks a historic milestone as we, the leaders of the European Union and Canada, met to renew our enduring commitment and take a pivotal step to further reinforce the strategic partnership between the European Union and Canada. Our strong partnership is deeply rooted in trust and common […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: How to protect your favourite urban trees from increasing danger
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Lucy Grace, PhD Candidate, Climate Change and Literature, Nottingham Trent University Whether your favourite tree is in a private garden, on wasteland, in a school playground or on the street, your emotional response may be admiration, relaxation, rejuvenation or awareness of the seasons passing. But so many special […]

MIL-OSI USA: ICE Dallas removes foreign fugitive wanted by Mexican law enforcement for homicide
Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement DALLAS — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement removes foreign fugitive wanted by Mexican law enforcement for homicide. ICE Dallas removed Joaquin Gallegos, a 33-year-old citizen of Mexico June 18 back to his country of origin. Gallegos is a foreign fugitive sought by the international extraditions office of Mexico for […]

MIL-OSI Security: Canadian Man is the Sixth and Final Defendant Sentenced in a Grandparent Scam that Targeted Kentucky Victims and Others
Source: US FBI Louisville, KY – A Canadian citizen was sentenced to 5 years and 1 month in federal prison for his role in a sweeping “grandparent scam” that targeted victims in Kentucky and across the United States through Canadian-based call centers. U.S. Attorney Kyle G. Bumgarner of the Western District of Kentucky, Special Agent […]

MIL-OSI: UPDATE – Rockcliffe Capital Initiates Coverage on Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX/NYSE: AEM) with a “Strong Buy” Rating and US$155 Price Target
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TORONTO, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rockcliffe Capital is pleased to announce today the initiation of equity research coverage on Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX/NYSE: AEM), a premier senior gold mining company with operations spanning Canada, Finland, Australia, Mexico, and the U.S. Following rigorous financial and operational analysis, Rockcliffe Capital assigns […]

MIL-OSI USA: Ever-changing universe revealed in first imagery from NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory
Source: US Government research organizations From distant stars and galaxies to asteroids whizzing through the solar system, this next-generation facility unveils its first imagery and brings the night sky to life like never before The NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory, a major new scientific facility jointly funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation and the […]

MIL-OSI Security: Omaha Woman Sentenced for Methamphetamine Conspiracy
Source: US FBI United States Attorney Lesley A. Woods announced that Carinda M. Blair, 39, of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced on June 11, 2025, in federal court in Omaha for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Chief United States District Court Judge Robert F. Rossiter, Jr. sentenced Blair to 78 months’ imprisonment. There is no parole in the […]

MIL-OSI Security: Money Launderer for Mexico-Based Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced to Federal Prison
Source: US FBI A Chicago‑area man who acted as a money launderer for a Mexico‑based drug trafficking organization was sentenced June 11, 2025 to nearly five years in federal prison. Jose Eladio Medina Valenzuela, age 45, from Cicero, Illinois, received the prison term after a January 6, 2025 guilty plea to one count of conspiracy to […]

MIL-OSI Security: Convicted Sex Offender Illegally Present in the Country Assaults Federal Officer During Immigration Arrest
Source: US FBI St. Paul, Minn. – Roberto Carlos Munoz-Guatemala, 39, a citizen of Mexico, has been charged federally with assault on a federal officer with a dangerous or deadly weapon and resulting in bodily injury, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson. According to court documents, in December 2022, Munoz was charged with repeatedly […]

MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III Attacked by a Salvadorian National with a Knife in Downtown Albany
Source: US FBI Saul Morales-Garcia, an Illegal Alien, Charged with Attempted Second-Degree Murder ALBANY, NEW YORK – Tuesday June 17, after leaving his office in downtown Albany, United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III was the victim of a life-threatening incident. Saul Morales-Garcia, an illegal alien from El Salvador, who entered the United States in […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: 23 June 2025

News release

Tobacco control efforts protect 6.1 billion people – WHO’s new report
Source: World Health Organisation The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic 2025 at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin, warning that action is needed to maintain and accelerate progress in tobacco control as rising industry interference challenges tobacco policies and control efforts. The report focuses on […]

June 24, 2025
India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI: Apollo Provides $750 Million High Grade Capital Solution to Mumbai International Airport Ltd. in Second Transaction
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK and MUMBAI, India, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Apollo-managed funds, affiliates and other long-term investors have completed a $750 million investment grade rated financing for the Mumbai International Airport Ltd. (MIAL), an Adani Portfolio company and subsidiary of Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL), […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI: Matador Technologies Receives Conditional Approval for Change of Business
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Key Highlights TSX Venture Exchange grants conditional approval for Matador’s Change of Business (“COB”) to a hybrid “Technology / Investment” issuer, subject to the Company satisfying the TSXV’s requirements and conditions. Enables Matador to operate as a pure Bitcoin Ecosystem Company with a focus on holding, acquiring, and investing in Bitcoin and […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko: Improving the quality of teaching natural sciences in schools is bearing fruit
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Russian team of the first Open International Geographical Olympiad (openGeo 2025) The results of the first Open International Geographical Olympiad (openGeo 2025) were summed up at the University Gymnasium of the Lomonosov Moscow State […]

MIL-OSI Security: Indianapolis Man Sentenced After Being Caught with Three Firearms and Two Machine Gun Conversion Devices While Out on Bond
Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) INDIANAPOLIS— Q’Tez Laquan Ginn, 19, of Indianapolis, has been sentenced to 61 months in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release after pleading guilty to possession of a machine gun. Machine gun conversion devices, sometimes called “Glock switches” or “auto-sears,” are devices […]

India and Kenya unveil India-Africa commemorative pillar honouring World War I soldiers
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) In a significant gesture of remembrance and cooperation, India’s Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, and Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Roselinda Soipan Tuya, on Monday, jointly unveiled the India-Africa Commemorative Pillar at Mile 27 in Taita Taveta County, Kenya. The ceremony honoured the courage […]

India to conduct first comprehensive household income survey in 2026
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) In a landmark step to bridge critical data gaps in the Indian economy, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has announced that the National Sample Survey (NSS) will undertake its first full-fledged Household Income Survey in 2026. The initiative, announced today, aims to generate […]

India and the world celebrate 11th International Day of Yoga 2025 with record-breaking global participation
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY 2025) witnessed an unprecedented global celebration on June 21 with over 2,000 yoga events held across 191 countries, reinforcing yoga’s universal message of wellness, peace, and unity. Spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the initiative continues to emphasize India’s […]

MIL-OSI Security: Indian National Sentenced to Federal Prison for Defrauding Elderly Americans While on Student Visa
Source: US FBI AUSTIN, Texas – An Indian national who was living in the U.S. on a student visa was sentenced in a federal court in Austin to 63 months in prison for conspiracy to commit money laundering. According to court documents, Kishan Rajeshkumar Patel, 20, of Navsari, Gujarat, conspired with co-defendant Dhruv Rajeshbhai Mangukiya […]

India advances carbon pricing reforms to meet climate goals
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India is moving steadily towards establishing a comprehensive carbon pricing ecosystem aimed at meeting its climate and development commitments. With the formal adoption of the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) in July 2024 and increasing alignment with global carbon markets, the country is setting the stage […]

Bridging Gaps, Building Futures: 11 Years of inclusive growth for minorities in India
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Over the past eleven years, the central government has made substantial progress in promoting inclusive development among the six centrally notified minority communities—Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Parsis, and Jains. Through a multi-dimensional approach involving education, employment, cultural preservation, digital transformation, and legislative reform, the Ministry of […]

Heavy rainfall alert for Northwest and Central India; Monsoon to cover Delhi, Punjab, Haryana in 2 days
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast an increase in rainfall activity across several regions of the country, with heavy to very heavy rain expected over northwest India from June 25 onwards. Many parts of central, eastern, and northeastern India are likely to continue experiencing intense […]

IMD predicts heavy rainfall across India as monsoon advances further
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a significant increase in rainfall activity over northwest India starting June 25, with isolated heavy to very heavy showers expected across the region. Central, eastern, and northeastern India are also likely to witness continued intense rainfall over the next […]

India’s economic activity hits 14-month high in June: HSBC report
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India’s economic activity reached a 14-month high in June, driven by a sharp increase in new business orders and a record rise in exports, according to HSBC’s flash Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data released on Monday. The HSBC Flash India Composite Output Index, which reflects the […]

India goes green: landmark tender to fuel fertilizers with clean ammonia
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), a Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, has floated a landmark tender for the offtake of green ammonia. The move marks a significant step towards decarbonizing the fertilizer sector, which is currently […]

India witnessing transformational decade under PM Modi: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) In an exclusive interview with Doordarshan News, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the sweeping governance reforms and inclusive development initiatives undertaken during the past 11 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. He described the period as a “transformational decade” that has democratized aspirations and […]

MIL-OSI: Bitget Onboards on India’s I4C’s Sahyog Portal to Support Local Law Enforcement
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW DELHI, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has officially onboarded onto India’s Sahyog portal, a key interface under the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) framework. The portal facilitates direct and structured communication between law enforcement agencies and digital service providers. This development […]

India set to outpace G7 economies, says Equirus report
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) A recent report by wealth management firm Equirus has underlined India’s structural economic strengths, stating the country is poised to outpace G7 economies in the coming years. The report suggests that global capital can no longer afford to ignore India’s evolving economic landscape. According to Equirus, […]

Vice-President extends Birthday wishes to President of India
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (2) lign=”justify”>Hon’ble Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar extended birthday greetings to Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu today. Wishing the President on social media platform ‘X’, he said: “Heartfelt birthday wishes to the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji. Her extraordinary journey from […]

Indian stock market trades lower amid Middle East crisis
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Indian equity markets opened on a weak note Monday, tracking negative global cues as escalating tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment. Early trade witnessed selling pressure across key sectors, including IT and auto. As of 9:30 am, the BSE Sensex was down […]

June 24, 2025
China – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI China: Kirsty Coventry takes over IOC presidency
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry took over the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from Thomas Bach on Monday during a handover ceremony at the IOC headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland. IOC President Kirsty Coventry (L) receives the key from outgoing IOC President Thomas Bach during a president […]

MIL-OSI China: 9th China-South Asia Expo seals deals worth 8.66 bln yuan
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The 9th China-South Asia Expo has secured deals worth over 8.66 billion yuan (around 1.21 billion U.S. dollars) so far, according to a press conference during the ongoing event held in Kunming, Yunnan Province, southwest China, on Monday. According to the provincial department of commerce, a […]

MIL-OSI China: Trump announces ceasefire between Israel, Iran
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump announced Monday that Israel and Iran have reached a formal agreement to implement a complete and total ceasefire, marking what he called the end of the “12-Day War.” U.S. President Donald Trump walks toward the South Lawn to board Marine One at […]

MIL-OSI China: China Post launches Zhengzhou-Luxembourg cargo route
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News ZHENGZHOU, June 23 — China Post has officially launched a new international cargo route between the central Chinese city of Zhengzhou and Luxembourg, with a freighter departing from Zhengzhou on Monday morning. The route will initially operate one flight per week, with plans to increase frequency […]

MIL-OSI China: China earmarks 300 mln yuan to support local authorities’ disaster response
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 — China has earmarked 300 million yuan (about 41.8 million U.S. dollars) of central government funding to support local authorities in dealing with natural disasters and carrying out emergency rescue efforts, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said on Monday. The funds, allocated by […]

MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier holds talks with Singaporean PM
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 23, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING, June 23 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks […]

MIL-OSI Russia: “China Yearbook” 2024 Released in Chinese and English
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — The Chinese and English versions of the 2024 China Yearbook have been published by Xinhua Chubanshe and will be distributed in China […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Mainland China condemns Taiwan chief’s ‘independence’ claims
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Chen Binhua on Monday criticized Taiwan Chief Executive Lai Qingde’s speech, saying it fully exposed his […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Development of cooperation between Russia and China in the field of antimonopoly policy was discussed at the National Research University Higher School of Economics
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: State University Higher School of Economics – State University Higher School of Economics – © Higher School of Economics The HSE hosted a roundtable discussion entitled “New Challenges for Antitrust Regulation: The Chinese Perspective.” The event was organized by BRICS International Centre for Competition Law and Policy (BRICS Centre). Special […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China Coast Guard Fujian Province Conducts Regular Patrols in Waters Off Kinmen
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News FUZHOU, June 23 (Xinhua) — The China Coast Guard (CCG) in east China’s Fujian Province conducted regular patrols in waters off Kinmen for law enforcement purposes on […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese Foreign Ministry: China calls on international community to help de-escalate Israeli-Iranian conflict
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — China has called on the international community to step up efforts to help de-escalate the Israeli-Iranian conflict and prevent regional turmoil from […]

MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier signs decree unveiling tax-related information rules concerning internet platform companies
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang has signed a State Council decree unveiling rules to regulate internet platform companies’ submission of tax-related information. The rules go into effect on Monday. The rules aim to regulate the internet platform companies’ submission of tax-related information of business operators and employees […]

MIL-OSI China: China proposes legal boost for low-altitude economy in aviation law revision
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China is considering provisions to boost the development of the low-altitude economy in proposed revisions to its Civil Aviation Law, a spokesperson said on Monday. The draft revisions are set for their second deliberation at a session of the country’s top legislature from June 24 to […]

MIL-OSI China: China mulls revised law to better regulate online unfair competition
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China’s top legislature is set to mull a draft revision to the anti-unfair competition law, which includes provisions to better regulate unfair competition in cyberspace. The Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) will convene a session between Tuesday and Friday, where lawmakers are scheduled […]

MIL-OSI China: China’s power generation capacity up 18.8% by end-May
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China’s total power generation capacity had climbed to 3.61 billion kilowatts by the end of May, marking a year-on-year increase of 18.8 percent, the National Energy Administration said on Monday. Of this total, solar power generation capacity accounted for 1.08 billion kilowatts, surging by 56.9 percent […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China’s installed power capacity up 18.8 percent in five months
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — China’s total installed capacity of power plants stood at 3.61 billion kW by the end of May 2025, up 18.8 percent year […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China launches large database of medicinal plant components to promote TCM innovation
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News WUHAN, June 23 (Xinhua) — China has launched a large database of medicinal plant components in central China’s Hubei Province, marking significant progress in technological innovation in […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Former head of China’s Drug Enforcement Bureau sentenced to death with reprieve for bribery
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News FUZHOU, June 23 (Xinhua) — Liu Yuejin, a former member of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and former head of the […]

MIL-OSI Europe: ASIA/CHINA – A valuable study on health care for Chinese Bishops, nuns and priests
Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI xinde.org by Marta ZhaoRome (Agenzia Fides) – On June 10, 2025, Father Peter Li Yu of the Diocese of Qiqihar, in the Chinese province of Heilongjiang, died at the age of 56. On May 3, 2025, Father Joseph Xu Cheng of the Diocese of Pingliang, Gansu Province, died at […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Exclusive: China and Kazakhstan open a new chapter in cooperation in the field of sustainable development technologies – President of the NAS of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Astana, June 23 (Xinhua) — China and Kazakhstan are opening a new chapter in cooperation in the field of sustainable development technologies, Akhilbek Kurishbayev, President of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic […]

June 24, 2025
Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government out of touch on employment rights
Source: NZCTU The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected and out of touch the New Zealand government is when it comes to employment rights. “This decision is a huge step towards establishing internationally recognised labour rights for […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, June 23, 2025 The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the […]

MIL-OSI USA: House Passes Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson’s Sanctioning Sea Pirates Act to Protect Global Commerce and U.S. Security
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Jonathan Jackson – Illinois (1st District) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (IL-01) announced the passage of H.R. 1998, the Sanctioning Sea Pirates Act, landmark legislation to combat the rising threat of piracy in critical global shipping lanes and safeguard the economic and national security […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Lifesaving funding boosts for Kiwis’ outdoor safety
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed an additional $76.7 million for New Zealand Search and Rescue over three years, to ensure 12 organisations can continue their lifesaving operations.Additionally, the Government has announced an investment of $624,000 over the same period, to help maintain and improve recreational aviation safety across the […]

MIL-OSI USA: LEADER JEFFRIES: “DONALD TRUMP AND EXTREME MAGA REPUBLICANS HAVE BEEN A COMPLETE AND TOTAL FAILURE DOMESTICALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY”
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 criticized the Rubber Stamp Republicans for not standing up for the American people while Donald Trump unleashes chaos, cruelty and corruption. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good afternoon, everyone. The Trump administration […]

MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier holds talks with Singaporean PM
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 23, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING, June 23 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre Huge investment in new National Biosecurity Centre to protect the British public and the economy from future pandemics. The country’s ability to prevent a future pandemic has been significantly enhanced today […]

MIL-OSI USA: Congresswoman Torres Calls for Federal and State Labor Agencies to Protect Inland Empire Warehouse Workers from Dangerous Indoor Heat
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Norma Torres (35th District of California) June 23, 2025 Urges Inspections and Finalization of Federal Strong Heat Protection Standards Amid Rising Temperatures Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres sent a letter to Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer of the U.S. Department of Labor and Secretary Stewart Knox of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Young Kim Bill to Support Taiwan in IMF Passes House
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Young Kim (CA-39) Washington, DC – Today, the House of Representatives passed the Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act (H.R. 910), a bipartisan bill led by U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Al Green (TX-09) to support Taiwan’s participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF).   Watch Rep. Kim speak in […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: NZ-NASA partnership launches five new projects
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Space Minister Judith Collins have today announced that in partnership with the US, the Government is investing $5.6 million to support five new joint NZ-NASA research projects in the field of Earth observation. Researchers from New Zealand and NASA will work in […]

MIL-OSI USA: Praise Pours in for Ernst Bill to Unleash Domestic Manufacturing
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) WASHINGTON – Support continues to pour in from small manufacturers in Iowa and across the country for Senator Joni Ernst’s (R-Iowa) Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act that doubles the loan limit for Small Business Administration (SBA) manufacturing loans. Senate Committee on Small Business and […]

MIL-OSI USA: Ernst Champions Opportunities for Future Farmers and Manufacturers
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) STORM LAKE, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, led a roundtable discussion on her bipartisan Modernizing Agricultural and Manufacturing Bonds Act (MAMBA) that will expand opportunities for first-time farmers and small to mid-size manufacturers. The legislation […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people Working people will be more secure as the Prime Minister will make a historic commitment at the NATO Summit to spend 5% of GDP on national security.   UK to publish […]

MIL-OSI USA: CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (USVI) For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland June 23, 2025                                                    202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE Washington, DC – […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Financial News: In Almost Half of Russian Regions, Price Growth in May Was Nearly 4% Year-On-Year
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Central Bank of Russia – In 59 of 85 Russian regions, prices in May rose less than in April, and in 6 regions they fell. According to the Bank of Russia, in 41 regions, the price increase, excluding seasonality, was close to 4% or lower on an annualized basis. The […]

MIL-OSI Russia: The government will allocate over 33 billion rubles to create university campuses in a number of regions
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Order dated June 9, 2025 No. 1479-r In 2025–2027, more than 33 billion rubles will be allocated from the federal budget to a number of regions to create a network of modern university campuses […]

MIL-OSI Africa: African Island States Advance Ocean Partnerships and Finance Innovation at United Nations (UN) Ocean Conference
Download logo In a high-profile gathering during the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), the African Island States Climate Commission (AISCC), in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC), convened a High-Level Dialogue aimed at strengthening ocean partnerships and mobilizing innovative finance to support sustainable development […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Existing Home Sales Forecast Revised Lower in Latest Outlook
Source: Fannie Mae WASHINGTON, DC – Existing single-family home sales are forecast at 4.14 million units for 2025, down slightly from last month’s forecast of 4.24 million units, according to the June 2025 Economic and Housing Outlook from the Fannie Mae (FNMA/OTCQB) Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group. Revisions to the home sales forecast were […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Verizon announces final results of its private exchange offers for 10 series of notes and related tender offers
Source: Verizon Headline: Verizon announces final results of its private exchange offers for 10 series of notes and related tender offers NEW YORK, N.Y. – Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today announced the final results of its Exchange Offers (as defined below) and its Cash Offers (as defined below). Exchange Offers The first […]

June 24, 2025
Business – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, June 23, 2025 The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the […]

MIL-OSI: Apollo Provides $750 Million High Grade Capital Solution to Mumbai International Airport Ltd. in Second Transaction
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK and MUMBAI, India, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Apollo-managed funds, affiliates and other long-term investors have completed a $750 million investment grade rated financing for the Mumbai International Airport Ltd. (MIAL), an Adani Portfolio company and subsidiary of Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL), […]

MIL-OSI USA: SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Missouri Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather
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 Missouri small businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, heavy rains, large hail, flooding and flash flooding occurring April 29. The SBA issued […]

MIL-OSI China: China earmarks 300 mln yuan to support local authorities’ disaster response
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 — China has earmarked 300 million yuan (about 41.8 million U.S. dollars) of central government funding to support local authorities in dealing with natural disasters and carrying out emergency rescue efforts, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said on Monday. The funds, allocated by […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre Huge investment in new National Biosecurity Centre to protect the British public and the economy from future pandemics. The country’s ability to prevent a future pandemic has been significantly enhanced today […]

MIL-OSI USA: Duckworth Announces Opposition to Bryan Bedford’s Nomination to be FAA Administrator
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth June 23, 2025 The Senator raises substantial concerns regarding Bedford’s refusal to commit to protecting 1,500-hour pilot training standards that help keep the flying public safe [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science […]

MIL-OSI Banking: Galaxy Unpacked July 2025: The Ultra Experience is Ready to Unfold
Source: Samsung https://img.us.news.samsung.com/us/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/23155643/Animatic-Official-Release-Horizontal-16x9_2560x1440_BGM.mp4 For years, Samsung has designed its devices around what people need: better performance, sharper cameras, and smarter ways to stay connected. But today, the shift isn’t just about what devices can do – it’s also about how people interact with them. As AI rapidly becomes the new user interface, it’s redefining how […]

MIL-OSI: DRML Miner Launches XRP and DOGE Cloud Mining Support Amid Growing Demand for Passive Crypto Income
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) LONDON, UK, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DRML Miner, a leading global cloud mining platform, today announced the official launch of mining support for XRP and DOGE, two of the most actively traded cryptocurrencies on the market. This move provides users with an accessible and hardware-free opportunity to generate passive income, […]

MIL-OSI: WISeKey’s Subsidiaries WISeSat and SEALSQ Launch New Satellite with SpaceX, Enabling the First-Ever DePIN from Space and Advancing Quantum-Safe Space Communications
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Courtesy of SpaceX WISeKey’s Subsidiaries WISeSat and SEALSQ Launch New Satellite with SpaceX, Enabling the First-Ever DePIN from Space and Advancing Quantum-Safe Space Communications SEALSQ and WISeSat are setting the foundation for a new generation of cyber-resilient, quantum-ready space systems, redefining global digital trust from orbit Geneva, Switzerland, June 23, 2025 –WISeKey […]

MIL-OSI: Lysander Funds Limited Announces Management Fee Reductions, Change in Portfolio Manager and Change in Risk Ratings for Certain Funds
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TORONTO, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lysander Funds Limited (“Lysander”) announced today management fee reductions, change in portfolio manager and change in risk ratings for certain of its mutual funds. Details of these changes are set out below. Management Fee Reductions Effective June 25, 2025, the management fees for Series A […]

MIL-OSI Australia: NAB appoints Group Executive for Digital, Data and Artificial Intelligence
Source: Premier of Victoria NAB today announced the appointment of Pete Steel as Group Executive, Digital, Data & Artificial Intelligence. In this new role reporting to NAB Group Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Irvine, Mr Steel will lead the bank’s digital, data and AI teams and initiatives to deliver better experiences for customers. He will also […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Backing fair trade and healthy oceans
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing a further $150,000 to support implementation of the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement—ensuring New Zealand exporters can compete on a level playing field while helping protect global fish stocks. “This is about backing rules that stop unfair subsidies and make sure all countries are held to the same […]

MIL-OSI USA: Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Acorn Bluff Farms
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) Published: June 23, 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 USA: Praise Pours in for Ernst Bill to Unleash Domestic Manufacturing
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) WASHINGTON – Support continues to pour in from small manufacturers in Iowa and across the country for Senator Joni Ernst’s (R-Iowa) Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act that doubles the loan limit for Small Business Administration (SBA) manufacturing loans. Senate Committee on Small Business and […]

MIL-OSI USA: Ernst Champions Opportunities for Future Farmers and Manufacturers
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) STORM LAKE, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, led a roundtable discussion on her bipartisan Modernizing Agricultural and Manufacturing Bonds Act (MAMBA) that will expand opportunities for first-time farmers and small to mid-size manufacturers. The legislation […]

MIL-OSI: Oak Valley Community Bank Announces Branch Manager Hiring
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) OAKDALE, Calif., June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), announced that Mariam Shah has joined the bank as Vice President, Branch Manager of the Lodi Branch which is located at 31 South School Street and is slated to open later […]

MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Treasury Corporation Announces Closing of Amalgamation and Concurrent Financing
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Not for distribution to United States news wire services or for dissemination in the United States. TORONTO, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin Treasury Corporation (“Bitcoin Treasury” or the “Corporation”), further to its press releases dated May 22, 2025, May 30, 2025, and June 17, 2025, is pleased to announce that […]

MIL-OSI: Matador Technologies Receives Conditional Approval for Change of Business
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Key Highlights TSX Venture Exchange grants conditional approval for Matador’s Change of Business (“COB”) to a hybrid “Technology / Investment” issuer, subject to the Company satisfying the TSXV’s requirements and conditions. Enables Matador to operate as a pure Bitcoin Ecosystem Company with a focus on holding, acquiring, and investing in Bitcoin and […]

MIL-OSI USA: CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (USVI) For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland June 23, 2025 202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE Washington, DC – […]

June 24, 2025
Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF
Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) 24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: USAG Bavaria, OTH Amberg-Weiden Launch Innovative Learning Partnership
Source: United States Army Dwayne D. Key II, deputy to the garrison commander at USAG Bavaria and Professor Dr. med. Clemens Bulitta, president of OTH Amberg-Weiden, signed thepartnership contract May 22, 2025. (Photo Credit: Simmel, Natalie ) VIEW ORIGINAL TOWER BARRACKS, Germany – U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria and Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden celebrated their official […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: U.S. Army Garrison Italy remembers longtime auto skills mechanic
Source: United States Army Gene Willie Strahan Jr., a devoted automotive mechanic, beloved colleague and cherished friend, passed away on June 10, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL VICENZA, Italy – The military communities of U.S. Army Garrison Italy, including Vicenza and Camp Darby, are mourning the loss of Gene Willie Strahan Jr., a […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Illinois Army National Guard trains with Polish Territorial Defence Force
Source: United States Army U.S. Army Sgt. Joseline Sosa, a forward observer with 1st Battalion, 178th Infantry Regiment, Illinois Army National Guard, relays information to her Polish counterparts during training in remote observation techniques in Toruń, Poland, June 6, 2025. The Illinois National Guard and Poland are partners in the Department of Defense National Guard […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Iowa Army Guard Soldiers Train at Tigerland
Source: United States Army A group of U.S. Army Soldiers lie in a field after exiting a UH-60 Black Hawk at the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Johnson, La., June 10, 2025. Soldiers practice entering and exiting the aircraft to enhance proficiency for real-world missions. (Photo Credit: Spc. Ruth Harrington) VIEW ORIGINAL FORT POLK, La. […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Hohenfels Army Lodging recognized as the Army Lodging of the Year Award for 2024
Source: United States Army 1 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: Natalie Simmel) VIEW ORIGINAL 2 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: Natalie Simmel) VIEW ORIGINAL 3 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: Natalie Simmel) VIEW ORIGINAL USAG BAVARIA – HOHENFELS, Germany – […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre Huge investment in new National Biosecurity Centre to protect the British public and the economy from future pandemics. The country’s ability to prevent a future pandemic has been significantly enhanced today […]

MIL-OSI USA: Praise Pours in for Ernst Bill to Unleash Domestic Manufacturing
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) WASHINGTON – Support continues to pour in from small manufacturers in Iowa and across the country for Senator Joni Ernst’s (R-Iowa) Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act that doubles the loan limit for Small Business Administration (SBA) manufacturing loans. Senate Committee on Small Business and […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people Working people will be more secure as the Prime Minister will make a historic commitment at the NATO Summit to spend 5% of GDP on national security. UK to publish […]

MIL-OSI USA: Jayapal Statement on Escalating Tensions Between the US and Iran
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (7th District of Washington) WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), a Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement amid rising tensions in the Middle East as Iran launched missiles at U.S. Military bases in Iraq and Qatar in response […]

MIL-OSI Global: Presidents of both parties have launched military action without Congress declaring war − Trump’s bombing of Iran is just the latest
Source: The Conversation – USA – By Sarah Burns, Associate Professor of Political Science, Rochester Institute of Technology President Donald Trump is seen on a monitor in the White House press briefing room on June 21, 2025, after the U.S. military strike on three sites in Iran. AP Photo/Alex Brandon In the wake of the […]

MIL-OSI Global: Canadian community foundations rally to support local news, calling it essential to democracy
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Magda Konieczna, Associate Professor of Journalism, Concordia University A couple of weeks ago, a neighbour mentioned our son’s school might be moving. I couldn’t find anything about this online. But I did find plenty of news from down south. While the erosion of democracy in the United States […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Iran Launches Missile Attack on US Base in Qatar
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News DOHA, June 23 (Xinhua) — Qatar’s air defense systems intercepted several missiles over the capital Doha on Monday after Iran announced it had launched a military operation […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Front line drone technology to fuel UK – Ukraine partnership
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Front line drone technology to fuel UK – Ukraine partnership A landmark agreement between the UK and Ukraine to share battlefield technology has been reached today, boosting Ukraine’s drone production and linking up the UK’s defence industry with the cutting-edge technology being developed on the […]

MIL-OSI USA: Crapo, Scott and GOP Colleagues Lead Effort to Strengthen Review of Foreign Land Purchases Near Sensitive U.S. Military Sites
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Idaho Mike Crapo Washington, D.C.–U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) joined Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) in an effort to strengthen national security by ensuring the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) can effectively review foreign land purchases near sensitive military, intelligence […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News in Brief: U.S. and Indonesian Navies Commence Exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2025
Source: United States Navy The United States Navy and the Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia – Angkatan Laut, or TNI-AL) and Marine Corps (KORMAR RI) commenced Exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2025 with an opening ceremony June 23, 2025 at Madura Pier onboard the TNI-AL Second Fleet Command. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI Europe: EU–Canada summit 2025: outcome documents
Source: Council of the European Union At the 20th EU–Canada Summit held in Brussels on 23 June 2025, leaders of the EU and Canada reaffirmed their strong political, economic and strategic partnership through the adoption of a joint statement and the signature of a Security and Defence Partnership. MIL OSI Europe News –

MIL-OSI Security: Chesterfield Doctor Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Healthcare Fraud
Source: US FBI ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey on Friday sentenced a doctor who committed healthcare fraud to five years in prison and ordered him to repay $2.87 million. Dr. Stanley L. Librach, now 64, of Chesterfield, pleaded guilty in August in U.S. District Court in St. Louis to one count […]

MIL-OSI USA: Wyoming National Guard Dedicates New Field Maintenance Shop in Sheridan
Source: US State of Wyoming SHERIDAN, Wyo. – The Wyoming Army National Guard will host a building dedication ceremony for its new Field Maintenance Shop in Sheridan on Tuesday, June 24, at 11 a.m. at 3239 Coffeen Ave. The ceremony will be attended by senior leaders, including Maj. Gen. Gregory Porter, Wyoming’s Adjutant General; Mr. Douglas Shope, Deputy Director, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Veterans Museum opens “Hoofing It” military footwear seasonal exhibit
Source: US State of Wyoming Wyoming National Guard By Joseph Coslett Casper, WY – The Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum or WVMM is excited to open a new seasonal exhibit for the summer, “Hoofing It” explores marching and military footwear from the 1890s to the present day in Casper, Wyoming, June 12, 2025. Museum staff drew on […]

June 24, 2025
Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, June 23, 2025 The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI: Acceleware Announces Strategic Collaboration and Distribution Agreement with Scovan
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) CALGARY, Alberta, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acceleware® Ltd. (“Acceleware” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: AXE), a leading innovator of cutting-edge radio frequency (RF) power-to-heat technologies targeting process heat for critical minerals, amine regeneration (for carbon capture and other applications), and enhanced oil production, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration and […]

MIL-OSI USA: CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (USVI) For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland June 23, 2025 202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE Washington, DC – […]

MIL-OSI: TC Energy provides results of Series 3 and Series 4 conversion elections
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) CALGARY, Alberta, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — News Release – TC Energy Corporation (TSX:TRP) (NYSE:TRP) (TC Energy or the Company) today announced that 104,778 of its 9,997,177 fixed rate Cumulative Redeemable First Preferred Shares, Series 3 (Series 3 Shares) have been elected for conversion on June 30, 2025, on a one-for-one […]

MIL-OSI: Diversified Energy and Carlyle Enter Strategic Partnership to Invest in Up to $2 Billion of PDP Energy Assets
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and NEW YORK, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC; NYSE: DEC) (“Diversified,” or “DEC”), a leading publicly traded natural gas and liquids production company, and global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) have today announced a strategic partnership to invest in up to $2 billion […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: Advancing Cancer Care in Niger
Source: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) – In May 2025, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi visited Niger’s only radiotherapy centre, CNLC, in Niamey, accompanied by Minister of Public Health Garba Hakimi, Shaukat Abdulrazak, Director of the IAEA’s Division for Africa, and other senior government officials. Cancer is a growing healthcare challenge in Niger, with […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Delivering for Customers, Communities and Saskatchewan: SaskEnergy 2024-25 Annual Report
Source: Government of Canada regional news Released on June 23, 2025 In 2024-25, SaskEnergy demonstrated its commitment to providing safe, reliable and affordable energy to the residents, businesses and industries of Saskatchewan as the demand for natural gas in the province continues to grow. “With Saskatchewan having one of the fastest growing economies in Canada […]

MIL-OSI Economics: An energy solution made in Saskatchewan
Source: – Press Release/Statement: Headline: An energy solution made in Saskatchewan Saskatchewan should recommit to its plan to procure 3,000 MW of abundant, affordable wind and solar energy by 2035. Regina, June 23, 2025—The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is concerned that the Government of Saskatchewan’s plans to extend the lifecycle of their coal-generation plants, […]

MIL-OSI USA: June 23rd, 2025

Heinrich, Cortez Masto, Hernández Call on Trump Administration to Maintain Funding for Puerto Rico Energy Resilience
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member on the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Resident Commissioner for Puerto Rico Pablo José Hernández (D-P.R.) and 19 Members of Congress in a letter […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Highland Council to deliver housing energy efficiency upgrades with ECO funding
Source: Scotland – Highland Council The Highland Council will deliver a transformative programme of energy efficiency upgrades across Council housing supported by a £9.2 million Energy Company Obligation (ECO) funding proposal secured by Union Technical. The funding proposal will deliver approximately 1,000 individual energy efficiency measures to Council owned properties across the Highlands, and the upgrades will focus […]

MIL-OSI Video: What is the IAEA? 5 Facts about the International Atomic Energy Agency | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements) Established in 1957 to promote peaceful uses of nuclear energy, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an autonomous part of the United Nations system with 180 member countries. The IAEA monitors nuclear facilities, reports on nuclear activities, oversees safety, urges diplomacy and promotes the use of nuclear technologies for […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement: Enduring Partnership, Ambitious Agenda
Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Today marks a historic milestone as we, the leaders of the European Union and Canada, met to renew our enduring commitment and take a pivotal step to further reinforce the strategic partnership between the European Union and Canada. Our strong partnership is deeply rooted in trust and common […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Empowering solutions for South Africa’s energy future
Download logo Electricity Expo Africa 2025 (www.ElectricityExpoAfrica.com) is set to convene South Africa’s leading minds and innovators in the energy sector, offering a critical platform for tangible solutions to the nation’s power crisis. Taking place from 19 to 21 August 2025 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, this inaugural event arrives at a pivotal moment as […]

MIL-OSI Africa: African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 Promotes Africa-Centric Energy Transition with Dedicated Program Track
The African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference – taking place on September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town – is organized under a mandate to make energy poverty history by 2030. As such, the event connects financiers with African projects, promoting energy development across the entire energy sector and its value […]

MIL-OSI Global: AI is consuming more power than the grid can handle — nuclear might be the answer
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Goran Calic, Associate Profesor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship Leadership Chair, McMaster University New partnerships are forming between tech companies and power operators — ones that could reshape decades of misconceptions about nuclear energy. Last year, Meta (Facebook’s parent company) put out a call for nuclear proposals, Google agreed […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Business leaders welcome the government’s modern Industrial Strategy
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Business leaders welcome the government’s modern Industrial Strategy Business leaders have welcomed the government’s modern Industrial Strategy – a 10-year plan to promote growth. Business leaders from across the UK have welcomed the government’s modern Industrial Strategy. The Strategy is a 10-year plan to promote […]

MIL-OSI Economics: OEUK news

Homegrown energy must power the UK’s modern Industrial Strategy

23 June 2025
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MIL-OSI Banking: OEUK news

Homegrown energy must power the UK’s modern Industrial Strategy

23 June 2025
Source: Offshore Energy UK Headline: OEUK news Homegrown energy must power the UK’s modern Industrial Strategy 23 June 2025 Accessibility Statement oeuk.org.uk 23 June 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, […]

MIL-OSI Global: How the end of carbon capture could spark a new industrial revolution
Source: The Conversation – USA – By Andres Clarens, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Virginia Steelmaking uses a lot of energy, making it one of the highest greenhouse gas-emitting industries. David McNew/Getty Images The U.S. Department of Energy’s decision to claw back US$3.7 billion in grants from industrial demonstration projects may create […]

June 24, 2025
Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF
Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) 24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans […]

MIL-OSI Australia: ACT Budget 2025–26: RSPCA ACT Project Home Moves to Next Stage
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services As part of ACT Government’s ‘One Government, One Voice’ program, we are transitioning this website across to our . You can access everything you need through this website while it’s happening. Skip to content Released 24/06/2025 The ACT Government is delivering on its commitment to support a new, […]

MIL-OSI China: Trump announces ceasefire between Israel, Iran
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump announced Monday that Israel and Iran have reached a formal agreement to implement a complete and total ceasefire, marking what he called the end of the “12-Day War.” U.S. President Donald Trump walks toward the South Lawn to board Marine One at […]

MIL-OSI USA: SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Missouri Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather
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 Missouri small businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, heavy rains, large hail, flooding and flash flooding occurring April 29. The SBA issued […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Human remains located, Ōwhiro Bay
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Lee Underhill, Wellington CIB An investigation is underway following the discovery of human remains at an address in Ōwhiro Bay on Sunday (22 June). On Monday afternoon a Police team were in the area after a homeowner located remains in his garden. The remains have […]

MIL-OSI Security: Coast Guard interdicts 10 aliens in the vicinity of Point Loma
Source: United States Coast Guard U.S. Coast Guard sent this bulletin at 06/23/2025 07:45 PM EDT 06/23/2025 07:17 PM EDT The Coast Guard interdicted 10 aliens aboard a 25-foot white Sea Ray vessel in the vicinity of Point Loma, Sunday morning. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI Security: DHS Releases Statement on Major Victory for Trump Administration and the American People on Deporting Criminal Illegal Aliens to Third Countries
Source: US Department of Homeland Security WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) secured a legal victory in its efforts to remove the worst-of-the-worst illegal aliens. The U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 order, staying a District Court’s order pending appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. With this […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: USAG Bavaria, OTH Amberg-Weiden Launch Innovative Learning Partnership
Source: United States Army Dwayne D. Key II, deputy to the garrison commander at USAG Bavaria and Professor Dr. med. Clemens Bulitta, president of OTH Amberg-Weiden, signed thepartnership contract May 22, 2025. (Photo Credit: Simmel, Natalie ) VIEW ORIGINAL TOWER BARRACKS, Germany – U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria and Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden celebrated their official […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: U.S. Army Garrison Italy remembers longtime auto skills mechanic
Source: United States Army Gene Willie Strahan Jr., a devoted automotive mechanic, beloved colleague and cherished friend, passed away on June 10, 2025. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL VICENZA, Italy – The military communities of U.S. Army Garrison Italy, including Vicenza and Camp Darby, are mourning the loss of Gene Willie Strahan Jr., a […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Illinois Army National Guard trains with Polish Territorial Defence Force
Source: United States Army U.S. Army Sgt. Joseline Sosa, a forward observer with 1st Battalion, 178th Infantry Regiment, Illinois Army National Guard, relays information to her Polish counterparts during training in remote observation techniques in Toruń, Poland, June 6, 2025. The Illinois National Guard and Poland are partners in the Department of Defense National Guard […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Iowa Army Guard Soldiers Train at Tigerland
Source: United States Army A group of U.S. Army Soldiers lie in a field after exiting a UH-60 Black Hawk at the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Johnson, La., June 10, 2025. Soldiers practice entering and exiting the aircraft to enhance proficiency for real-world missions. (Photo Credit: Spc. Ruth Harrington) VIEW ORIGINAL FORT POLK, La. […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Hohenfels Army Lodging recognized as the Army Lodging of the Year Award for 2024
Source: United States Army 1 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: Natalie Simmel) VIEW ORIGINAL 2 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: Natalie Simmel) VIEW ORIGINAL 3 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: Natalie Simmel) VIEW ORIGINAL USAG BAVARIA – HOHENFELS, Germany – […]

MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier holds talks with Singaporean PM
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 23, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING, June 23 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre Huge investment in new National Biosecurity Centre to protect the British public and the economy from future pandemics. The country’s ability to prevent a future pandemic has been significantly enhanced today […]

MIL-OSI USA: Praise Pours in for Ernst Bill to Unleash Domestic Manufacturing
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) WASHINGTON – Support continues to pour in from small manufacturers in Iowa and across the country for Senator Joni Ernst’s (R-Iowa) Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act that doubles the loan limit for Small Business Administration (SBA) manufacturing loans. Senate Committee on Small Business and […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people Working people will be more secure as the Prime Minister will make a historic commitment at the NATO Summit to spend 5% of GDP on national security. UK to publish […]

MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Marshals-led Missing Child Operation in Middle Florida Results in Recovery of 60 Children
Source: US Marshals Service Tampa, FL – The U.S. Marshals Service Middle District of Florida, in conjunction with a vast array of partners, led missing child operation in June that resulted in the recovery or safe location of 60 critically missing children from across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties. Operation DRAGON EYE, the product of […]

MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Marshals in FL Arrest Man Wanted in TN on 32 Counts of Abuse of Minors
Source: US Marshals Service Tampa, FL – The U.S. Marshals Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force – Tampa Office, acting on a collateral lead from the USMS Smoky Mountains Fugitive Task Force in Eastern Tennessee, June 19 arrested in Florida a man wanted in Tennessee on 32 felony counts of sexual abuse and exploitation of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Kehoe Announces Appointments to St. Louis City Board of Police Commissioners
Source: US State of Missouri JUNE 23, 2025 Jefferson City — Today, at a press conference in St. Louis, Governor Mike Kehoe announced his appointments to the citizen-led St. Louis City Board of Police Commissioners. The board, established by the passage of landmark public safety legislation in House Bill (HB) 495, is charged to be the governing […]

MIL-OSI Security: Media Advisory: U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle ride-in opportunity into San Francisco Bay Wednesday, June 25
Source: United States Coast Guard U.S. Coast Guard sent this bulletin at 06/23/2025 05:15 PM EDT 06/23/2025 04:50 PM EDT For the first time since 2008, the U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327), America’s Tall Ship, will be visiting San Francisco on Wednesday, June 25. MIL Security OSI –

June 24, 2025
Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF
Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) 24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans […]

MIL-OSI Australia: ACT Budget 2025–26: RSPCA ACT Project Home Moves to Next Stage
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services As part of ACT Government’s ‘One Government, One Voice’ program, we are transitioning this website across to our . You can access everything you need through this website while it’s happening. Skip to content Released 24/06/2025 The ACT Government is delivering on its commitment to support a new, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Issa, Ross Introduce Legislation to Protect Public Access to Federal Rules, Regulations
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-50) Washington, D.C. – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48), Senior Member of the House Judiciary Committee and Chairman of its Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Courts, was joined by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and introduced H.R. 4072 — the Protecting and Enhancing Public Access to […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government out of touch on employment rights
Source: NZCTU The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected and out of touch the New Zealand government is when it comes to employment rights. “This decision is a huge step towards establishing internationally recognised labour rights for […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, June 23, 2025 The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the […]

MIL-OSI USA: House Passes Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson’s Sanctioning Sea Pirates Act to Protect Global Commerce and U.S. Security
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Jonathan Jackson – Illinois (1st District) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (IL-01) announced the passage of H.R. 1998, the Sanctioning Sea Pirates Act, landmark legislation to combat the rising threat of piracy in critical global shipping lanes and safeguard the economic and national security […]

MIL-OSI USA: SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Missouri Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather
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 Missouri small businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, heavy rains, large hail, flooding and flash flooding occurring April 29. The SBA issued […]

MIL-OSI USA: Emergency kits and batteries available for eligible older adults and people with disabilities
Source: US State of Oregon lder adults and people with disabilities may qualify for free emergency kits and batteries to stay safe during disasters. Emergencies like wildfires, heat waves and floods can happen at any time. It’s important to be ready. But for many people, it’s hard to know where to begin. They also may […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Frequently asked questions (FAQs) – changes to vocational education
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Can you please explain the different groups involved in the changes? ISBsIndustry Skills Boards Industry Skills Boards are new entities that will be established formally from 1 January 2026. They have a core role of standard setting for vocational education across their allocated sectors. They will also work to share the voice […]

MIL-OSI China: China earmarks 300 mln yuan to support local authorities’ disaster response
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 — China has earmarked 300 million yuan (about 41.8 million U.S. dollars) of central government funding to support local authorities in dealing with natural disasters and carrying out emergency rescue efforts, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said on Monday. The funds, allocated by […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI USA: Wyden Reintroduces Legislation to Protect TPS and DED Recipients
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore) June 23, 2025 The legislation has been reintroduced following Trump’s attack on immigrant communities, including 563,000 TPS recipients Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., joined 30 senators today in reintroducing legislation to provide qualified Temporary Protected Status and Deferred Enforced Departure recipients a […]

MIL-OSI USA: Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Group Urging Trump Admin to Reverse Closure of Job Corps Centers
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Wisconsin Tammy Baldwin WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of Appropriations Committee members led by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jack Reed (D-RI) in sending a letter to Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, urging the DOL to reverse its […]

MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Young Kim Bill to Support Taiwan in IMF Passes House
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Young Kim (CA-39) Washington, DC – Today, the House of Representatives passed the Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act (H.R. 910), a bipartisan bill led by U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Al Green (TX-09) to support Taiwan’s participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF).   Watch Rep. Kim speak in […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people Working people will be more secure as the Prime Minister will make a historic commitment at the NATO Summit to spend 5% of GDP on national security.   UK to publish […]

MIL-OSI USA: CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (USVI) For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland June 23, 2025                                                    202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE Washington, DC – […]

MIL-OSI USA: June 23, 2025
WIPPES Act Passes Through the U.S. House

Today, the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act passed in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bipartisan, bicameral legislation requires wipe manufacturers to label their products as non-flushable to protect wastewater infrastructure from damage. Blockages from non-flushable…

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Kevin Mullin California (15th District) Today, the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act passed in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bipartisan, bicameral legislation requires wipe manufacturers to label their products as non-flushable to protect wastewater infrastructure from damage. Blockages from non-flushable wipes cost […]

MIL-OSI Russia: The government will allocate over 33 billion rubles to create university campuses in a number of regions
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Order dated June 9, 2025 No. 1479-r In 2025–2027, more than 33 billion rubles will be allocated from the federal budget to a number of regions to create a network of modern university campuses […]

MIL-OSI USA: Pressley, Clark, Warren, Trahan Stand with Planned Parenthood, Condemn Proposed Cuts to Reproductive Health Care Under GOP’s Big Ugly Bill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) Ahead of Dobbs Anniversary, Lawmakers Slam GOP Budget That Slashes Health Care Coverage, Defunds Planned Parenthood Pressley Shines Light on the Life-Saving Work of Planned Parenthood, Underscores Critical Need to Confront Converging Black Maternal Mortality and Reproductive Justice Crises that Cost Adriana Smith her […]

MIL-OSI USA: McConnell Comments on Passing of Fred Smith
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Kentucky Mitch McConnell Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following statement regarding the passing of FedEx founder, Fred Smith: “I was saddened to learn of the passing of my friend, Fred Smith, whose pioneering entrepreneurship helped transform how the world does business. Fred’s […]

June 24, 2025
Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF
Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) 24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans […]

MIL-OSI Australia: ACT Budget 2025–26: RSPCA ACT Project Home Moves to Next Stage
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services As part of ACT Government’s ‘One Government, One Voice’ program, we are transitioning this website across to our . You can access everything you need through this website while it’s happening. Skip to content Released 24/06/2025 The ACT Government is delivering on its commitment to support a new, […]

MIL-OSI China: Trump announces ceasefire between Israel, Iran
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump announced Monday that Israel and Iran have reached a formal agreement to implement a complete and total ceasefire, marking what he called the end of the “12-Day War.” U.S. President Donald Trump walks toward the South Lawn to board Marine One at […]

MIL-OSI USA: SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Missouri Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather
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 Missouri small businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, heavy rains, large hail, flooding and flash flooding occurring April 29. The SBA issued […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Human remains located, Ōwhiro Bay
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Lee Underhill, Wellington CIB An investigation is underway following the discovery of human remains at an address in Ōwhiro Bay on Sunday (22 June). On Monday afternoon a Police team were in the area after a homeowner located remains in his garden. The remains have […]

MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier holds talks with Singaporean PM
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 23, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING, June 23 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks […]

MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Marshals-led Missing Child Operation in Middle Florida Results in Recovery of 60 Children
Source: US Marshals Service Tampa, FL – The U.S. Marshals Service Middle District of Florida, in conjunction with a vast array of partners, led missing child operation in June that resulted in the recovery or safe location of 60 critically missing children from across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties. Operation DRAGON EYE, the product of […]

MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Marshals in FL Arrest Man Wanted in TN on 32 Counts of Abuse of Minors
Source: US Marshals Service Tampa, FL – The U.S. Marshals Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force – Tampa Office, acting on a collateral lead from the USMS Smoky Mountains Fugitive Task Force in Eastern Tennessee, June 19 arrested in Florida a man wanted in Tennessee on 32 felony counts of sexual abuse and exploitation of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Governor Kehoe Announces Appointments to St. Louis City Board of Police Commissioners
Source: US State of Missouri JUNE 23, 2025 Jefferson City — Today, at a press conference in St. Louis, Governor Mike Kehoe announced his appointments to the citizen-led St. Louis City Board of Police Commissioners. The board, established by the passage of landmark public safety legislation in House Bill (HB) 495, is charged to be the governing […]

MIL-OSI USA: Pressley, Clark, Warren, Trahan Stand with Planned Parenthood, Condemn Proposed Cuts to Reproductive Health Care Under GOP’s Big Ugly Bill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) Ahead of Dobbs Anniversary, Lawmakers Slam GOP Budget That Slashes Health Care Coverage, Defunds Planned Parenthood Pressley Shines Light on the Life-Saving Work of Planned Parenthood, Underscores Critical Need to Confront Converging Black Maternal Mortality and Reproductive Justice Crises that Cost Adriana Smith her […]

MIL-OSI Security: Fourth Defendant Pleads Guilty to Scheme to Bribe Feeding Our Future Juror
Source: US FBI MINNEAPOLIS – Abdiaziz Farah, who was convicted of fraud after the first Feeding Our Future trial, has pleaded guilty to his role in providing a cash bribe to a juror in that same trial, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson. On April 22, 2024, seven defendants went to trial before U.S. District […]

MIL-OSI Security: Baltimore Man Pleads Guilty to Distributing Cocaine Following a Wiretap Investigation
Source: US FBI Baltimore, Maryland – Travis Sentell Howell, 46, of Baltimore, Maryland, pled guilty to distributing 80 kilograms of cocaine. Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, announced the guilty plea with Acting Special Agent in Charge Amanda M. Koldjeski, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) – Baltimore Field Office, and Special Agent […]

MIL-OSI Security: Peever Man Sentenced to Nearly Six Years in Federal Prison for Assaulting His Spouse and Causing Serious Bodily Injury
Source: US FBI ABERDEEN – United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann has sentenced a Peever, South Dakota, man for Assault with a Deadly Weapon. On June 16, 2025, Terry Wayne Sterling Heminger, age 27, was sentenced to five years and ten months in federal prison with […]

MIL-Evening Report: Archetyp was one of the dark web’s biggest drug markets. A global sting has shut it down
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Elena Morgenthaler, PhD Candidate, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University Operation Deep Sentinel Last week, one of the dark web’s most prominent drug marketplaces – Archetyp – was shut down in an international, multi-agency law enforcement operation following years of investigations. It was touted as […]

MIL-OSI USA: California Man Pleads Guilty in Connection with Laundering Proceeds of $16M Hospice Fraud Scheme
Source: US State Government of Utah A California man pleaded guilty today to laundering more than $4.6 million in connection with a years-long scheme to defraud Medicare of nearly $16 million through sham hospice companies. According to court documents, Mihran Panosyan, 46, of Winnetka, worked with others to launder the proceeds of a massive Medicare […]

MIL-OSI USA: HFAC Middle East And North Africa Subcommittee Chairman Lawler Reacts to Iranian Strikes on U.S. Bases
Source: US Congressman Mike Lawler (R, NY-17) Washington, D.C. – 6/23/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Middle East and North Africa subcommittee, reacts to the news of Iranian strikes on U.S. bases in the region. “I pray for the safety of our brave men and women serving our country […]

MIL-OSI Security: California Man Pleads Guilty in Connection with Laundering Proceeds of $16M Hospice Fraud Scheme
Source: United States Attorneys General 1 A California man pleaded guilty today to laundering more than $4.6 million in connection with a years-long scheme to defraud Medicare of nearly $16 million through sham hospice companies. According to court documents, Mihran Panosyan, 46, of Winnetka, worked with others to launder the proceeds of a massive Medicare […]

MIL-OSI Security: Florida Nonprofit Founder and Accountant Charged with Stealing Over $100 Million From Special Needs Victims
Source: US FBI Tampa, FL – United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announces the unsealing of an indictment charging Leo John Govoni (67, Clearwater) and John Leo Witeck (60, Tampa) in connection with a fraud scheme that involved stealing more than $100 million from, and ultimately bankrupting, a non-profit organization in Clearwater that managed funds for vulnerable […]

MIL-OSI Security: Newton County, Missouri, Man Indicted for Illegally Possessing Firearm
Source: US FBI SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – A Diamond, Mo., man was indicted by a federal grand jury this week for illegally possessing firearms after a prior felony conviction. Jason A. Duncan, 40, was charged with three counts of being a felon in possession of firearms, by a federal grand jury in Springfield, Mo. The indictment, […]

MIL-OSI Security: Man Charged for Stabbing Visitor at the Wounded Knee Memorial Site in the Pine Ridge Reservation
Source: US FBI RAPID CITY – United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that the United States Attorney’s Office has charged 18-year-old Raymond Eagle Hawk, Jr., of Wounded Knee, South Dakota, with Assault with Intent to Commit Murder. On June 12, 2025, Eagle Hawk was intoxicated and panhandling at the Wounded Knee cemetery parking lot. […]

June 24, 2025
Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – New research reveals most Australians unprepared for future health care decisions
Source: Advance Care Planning Australia A landmark national study commissioned by Advance Care Planning Australia reveals that only one in three Australians (33%) have taken steps to plan for their future health care, highlighting a widespread lack of preparation for critical medical decisions. Dr Catherine Joyce, National Manager for Advance Care Planning Australia says the […]

MIL-OSI Australia: ACT Budget 2025–26: RSPCA ACT Project Home Moves to Next Stage
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services As part of ACT Government’s ‘One Government, One Voice’ program, we are transitioning this website across to our . You can access everything you need through this website while it’s happening. Skip to content Released 24/06/2025 The ACT Government is delivering on its commitment to support a new, […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Behind the headlines: the hidden toll on journalists during the pandemic era
Source: 24 June 2025 Getty Images New research has revealed the trauma faced by journalists during the height of the pandemic, caused by exposure to online threats, disturbing information and disrupted work routines that exacerbated an industry already under pressure from the rise of social media and online news. Journalism and media experts from the […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cracking the code of early onset bowel cancer: the search for 10 key biomarkers
Source: 24 June 2025 [embedded content] Bowel cancer is no longer just a disease of the elderly. In Australia and around the world, there’s been a concerning rise in bowel cancer cases among people under 50, and no one yet knows exactly why. Leading cancer researcher Professor Michael Samuel – from the Centre for Cancer […]

MIL-OSI Australia: NAB appoints Group Executive for Digital, Data and Artificial Intelligence
Source: Premier of Victoria NAB today announced the appointment of Pete Steel as Group Executive, Digital, Data & Artificial Intelligence. In this new role reporting to NAB Group Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Irvine, Mr Steel will lead the bank’s digital, data and AI teams and initiatives to deliver better experiences for customers. He will also […]

MIL-Evening Report: More women are using medical cannabis – but new research shows barriers push some into illegal markets
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Vinuli Withanarachchie, PhD candidate, College of Health, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University Getty Images The number of women using medicinal cannabis is growing in New Zealand and overseas. They use cannabis treatment for general conditions such as pain, anxiety, inflammation and nausea, as well as […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu and Mrs. Wu Attended the First Planning Meeting of the 2025 Double Tenth Celebration Committee
Source: Republic of China Taiwan The 2025 Double Tenth Celebration Committee held its first planning meeting today, chaired by Chairperson Michael Wu. The meeting was well attended by Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) Commissioners Johnson Hsiung and Shirley Chen, as well as community leaders and representatives from various organizations. Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu and […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Climate Action ‘A Rating’ for third year running
Source: Scotland – City of Dundee Dundee has been recognised as one of 112 cities worldwide for its environmental leadership and transparency. The list, co-ordinated by charity CDP, gives cities rankings based on their climate action with Dundee City Council being awarded an A rating for 2024 and included for the third consecutive year. Dundee […]

MIL-OSI Banking: SparkKitty, SparkCat’s little brother: A new Trojan spy found in the App Store and Google Play
Source: Securelist – Kaspersky Headline: SparkKitty, SparkCat’s little brother: A new Trojan spy found in the App Store and Google Play In January 2025, we uncovered the SparkCat spyware campaign, which was aimed at gaining access to victims’ crypto wallets. The threat actor distributed apps containing a malicious SDK/framework. This component would wait for a […]

MIL-Evening Report: Australian CEOs are still getting their bonuses. Performance doesn’t seem to matter so much
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Richard Denniss, Adjunct Professor, Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University RomanR/Shutterstock Almost all of Australia’s top chief executives are, according to their boards at least, knocking it out of the park in terms of performance. That is despite sluggish productivity, persistently high carbon emissions, rising […]

MIL-Evening Report: Strait of Hormuz: closing vital oil and gas route would disrupt global supplies. How will Australia be affected?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Sanjoy Paul, Associate Professor in Operations and Supply Chain Management, UTS Business School, University of Technology Sydney Below the Sky/Shutterstock The Iranian parliament has approved the closure of key shipping route the Strait of Hormuz, in a move that could further escalate the Israel/Iran war. The strait […]

MIL-OSI Australia: City placements launched to promote Young Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Source: New South Wales Ministerial News The City of Greater Bendigo is pleased to announce a new work placement initiative aimed at encouraging more young women to explore careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Applications are now open for the Young Women in STEM Work Placement Program which is aimed at high school […]

MIL-OSI Australia: NDIS Incoming Government Brief
Source: On Friday 20 June 2025, Mental Health Australia provided an Incoming Government Brief on psychosocial disability and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to Minister for Disability and the NDIS, the Hon Mark Butler MP and Minister for the NDIS, Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister. The brief acknowledges that while the NDIS has been […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Free support now available for rental disputes in Victoria
Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing Victorian renters and rental providers now have a fast and free service to help resolve simple rental disputes. Launched today, Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV) is a dispute resolution service to help settle disputes over bonds, compensation, repairs, and excessive rents. Victorians can access RDRV by phone, online, or in […]

MIL-Evening Report: How do I get started in the gym lifting weights?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mandy Hagstrom, Senior Lecturer, Exercise Physiology. School of Health Sciences, UNSW Sydney Thomas Barwick/Getty So you’ve never been to a gym and are keen to start, but something’s holding you back. Perhaps you don’t know what to actually do in there or feel like you’ll just look […]

MIL-OSI Australia: New requirement to audit Care Minutes Performance Statement
Source: All residential aged care providers will be required to complete a new Care Minutes Performance Statement, which must be externally audited and submitted to the 2025–26 Aged Care Financial Report. Find out how to prepare for these new requirements. MIL OSI News –

MIL-OSI Australia: Youths proceeded against for graffiti offences in George Town
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice Youths proceeded against for graffiti offences in George Town Monday, 23 June 2025 – 2:30 pm. Three youths will be proceeded against for graffiti offences in George Town after several locations were reportedly damaged with spray paint within the Macquarie Street business hub between December 2024 and March […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Your top 5 work-from-home questions
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin 1. What is the fixed rate for Tax Time 2024? The fixed rate for the 2023–24 income year is 67 cents per hour worked from home. As this rate may change each year, it’s important to check our website so you can claim the right amount for that year, […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Activity statement generate dates
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin About generate dates We provide planned activity statement generate dates throughout the financial year. Activity statements are produced based on data extracted from our records on these dates. Online activity statements are generally available one week after the activity statement generate date. It may take up to 3 weeks […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Operation Protego
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin About Operation Protego Operation Protego is an ATO-led investigation into large-scale GST fraud that was promoted particularly on social media. The attempted fraud involves an individual: inventing a fake business lodging a fraudulent Australian business number (ABN) application, and submitting fictitious business activity statements (BAS) to attempt to […]

June 24, 2025
New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government out of touch on employment rights
Source: NZCTU The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected and out of touch the New Zealand government is when it comes to employment rights. “This decision is a huge step towards establishing internationally recognised labour rights for […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: 1 in 10 young adults are LGBTIQ+ – Stats NZ media release and report: LGBTIQ+ population of Aotearoa New Zealand: 2023
1 in 10 young adults are LGBTIQ+ – media release 24 June 2025 The LGBTIQ+ population is comparatively young, with 1 in 10 people aged 15 to 29 years being LGBTIQ+ (10.2 percent) in the 2023 Census, compared with 1 in 20 adults in the overall adult population (4.9 percent), according to a report released by […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Human remains located, Ōwhiro Bay
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Lee Underhill, Wellington CIB An investigation is underway following the discovery of human remains at an address in Ōwhiro Bay on Sunday (22 June). On Monday afternoon a Police team were in the area after a homeowner located remains in his garden. The remains have […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Prime Minister strengthens NZ’s ties with Europe
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has held high-level talks with European Union leaders in Brussels, to underline the close ties between New Zealand and the EU. “The European Union is one of New Zealand’s most trusted partners,” Mr Luxon says. “This is something that was emphasised in my meetings with both EU Commission President […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Lifesaving funding boosts for Kiwis’ outdoor safety
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed an additional $76.7 million for New Zealand Search and Rescue over three years, to ensure 12 organisations can continue their lifesaving operations.Additionally, the Government has announced an investment of $624,000 over the same period, to help maintain and improve recreational aviation safety across the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Frequently asked questions (FAQs) – changes to vocational education
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Can you please explain the different groups involved in the changes? ISBsIndustry Skills Boards Industry Skills Boards are new entities that will be established formally from 1 January 2026. They have a core role of standard setting for vocational education across their allocated sectors. They will also work to share the voice […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Changes for prescribing ADHD medications
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey has welcomed prescribing changes that will enable GPs and nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). “I applaud Pharmac and Medsafe’s decision to widen prescribing rules for ADHD medicines from next February, this decision will give New Zealanders faster access […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government recognises Matariki near Ohakune
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is recognising Matariki at the official ceremony near Ohakune today, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. “We are honoured to be guests of Ngāti Rangi for this traditional hautapu ceremony,” Mr Goldsmith says. “This is the fourth national Matariki broadcast but […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: GPs and nurse practitioners able to start ADHD treatment from next year
Source: PHARMAC From February 2026, general practitioners (GPs) and nurse practitioners will be able to start medical treatment for adults with ADHD, following decisions by Medsafe and Pharmac. This is a change to the current system, under which GPs and nurse practitioners can only prescribe ADHD stimulant medicines to patients on a written recommendation from […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Improved groundwater quality indicator reveals a mixed picture of New Zealand’s aquifers – Stats NZ media release: Groundwater quality: Data to 2024
Improved groundwater quality indicator reveals a mixed picture of New Zealand’s aquifers – media release 24 June 2025 An improved groundwater quality indicator, with more comprehensive data, additional measures, and refined methodology, has been released by Stats NZ today. “This release has greatly improved data coverage, helping us better understand the current state of groundwater and […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Global report praises NZ’s sustainable fisheries
Source: New Zealand Government A United Nations report ranking New Zealand’s fisheries among the world’s most sustainable is strong recognition of the sector’s hard work, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “The report compared fisheries around the world and found the region including New Zealand’s waters have the second highest levels of sustainable stocks […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Renewing your MTOC – faster approval times
Source: Maritime New Zealand We know that many Maritime Transport Operator Certificates (MTOC) expire this year and we have worked on our business processes so decision times for MTOC renewals are now much faster. Of course, not all applications will be the same, with some being more complicated than others, and these more complicated applications […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Customer Contact Group closed from 3pm Friday
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 24 June 2025Last updated 24 June 2025 Print Share The Customer Contact Group will be closed from 3pm on Friday 27 June, reopening 8.30am on Monday 30 June. Please email customerservice@tec.govt.nz with any queries. MIL OSI New Zealand News –

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Backing fair trade and healthy oceans
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing a further $150,000 to support implementation of the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement—ensuring New Zealand exporters can compete on a level playing field while helping protect global fish stocks. “This is about backing rules that stop unfair subsidies and make sure all countries are held to the same […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: NZ-NASA partnership launches five new projects
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Space Minister Judith Collins have today announced that in partnership with the US, the Government is investing $5.6 million to support five new joint NZ-NASA research projects in the field of Earth observation. Researchers from New Zealand and NASA will work in […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Have your say on proposed catch limits for fisheries across New Zealand
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Catch limits and other management changes for nearly 30 fisheries across the country are included in proposals for the next regular fisheries sustainability review, says Fisheries New Zealand director of fisheries management Emma Taylor. The public consultation, which began today, includes proposed changes for 3 blue cod stocks, snapper […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: GPs to receive record funding boost
Source: New Zealand Government General practices are set to benefit from the largest funding boost in New Zealand’s history – because frontline care starts with your local GP, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This Government is focused on real results. When you are able to see your doctor or nurse earlier, you stay healthier and […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Familyr – Family Alert Smart Medical Alarms & GPS Safety Devices to Keep Kiwis Safe
Source: Press Release Service Headline: Familyr – Family Alert Smart Medical Alarms & GPS Safety Devices to Keep Kiwis Safe A new generation of personal safety and medical alarms has officially launched in New Zealand, and it’s putting peace of mind in the palm of every Kiwi’s hand. The post Familyr – Family Alert Smart […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Making First Aid Training More Accessible: MediTrain Launches New Manual
Source: Press Release Service Headline: Making First Aid Training More Accessible: MediTrain Launches New Manual MediTrain is proud to announce the release of its new First Aid Manual, Edition 5, part of a wider commitment to making first aid training accessible, engaging and effective for all learners across New Zealand. The post Making First Aid […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Regional Infrastructure Fund backs solar energy
Source: New Zealand Government Three solar projects in regional New Zealand will receive loans of up to $28.1 million combined from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to ensure security of local energy supply and community resilience, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Energy Minister Simon Watts say. “The loans for these projects in Bay of Plenty, […]

June 24, 2025
Baltic News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Baltic News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Confirms Major Exchange Listing Ahead of Public Launch
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For months, the crypto market has been searching for clarity. While most coins rely on vague promises or recycled narratives, one project is quietly building momentum with precision, community strength, and now, a major exchange catalyst that could unlock a wave of liquidity, Bitcoin […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Human Right Committee Opens One Hundred and Forty-Fourth Session
Source: United Nations – Geneva The Human Right Committee this morning opened its one hundred and forty-fourth session, during which it will examine the reports of Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Kazakhstan, Latvia, North Macedonia, Spain and Viet Nam on their implementation of the provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. In her opening remarks, Sara Hamood, […]

June 24, 2025
Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Australia: Behind the headlines: the hidden toll on journalists during the pandemic era
Source: 24 June 2025 Getty Images New research has revealed the trauma faced by journalists during the height of the pandemic, caused by exposure to online threats, disturbing information and disrupted work routines that exacerbated an industry already under pressure from the rise of social media and online news. Journalism and media experts from the […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, June 23, 2025 The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the […]

MIL-OSI USA: LEADER JEFFRIES: “DONALD TRUMP AND EXTREME MAGA REPUBLICANS HAVE BEEN A COMPLETE AND TOTAL FAILURE DOMESTICALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY”
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 criticized the Rubber Stamp Republicans for not standing up for the American people while Donald Trump unleashes chaos, cruelty and corruption. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good afternoon, everyone. The Trump administration […]

MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: Illinois Army National Guard trains with Polish Territorial Defence Force
Source: United States Army U.S. Army Sgt. Joseline Sosa, a forward observer with 1st Battalion, 178th Infantry Regiment, Illinois Army National Guard, relays information to her Polish counterparts during training in remote observation techniques in Toruń, Poland, June 6, 2025. The Illinois National Guard and Poland are partners in the Department of Defense National Guard […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 23 June 2025
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 23 June 2025 The Prime Minister welcomed President Zelenskyy to Downing Street this afternoon. The Prime Minister welcomed President Zelenskyy to Downing Street this afternoon. The Prime Minister began by sharing his condolences with President Zelenskyy on the […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: President Zelenskyy visits Chatham House to discuss defence and reconstruction of Ukraine
Source: Chatham House – President Zelenskyy visits Chatham House to discuss defence and reconstruction of UkraineNews releasejon.wallace23 June 2025 The president discussed Ukraine’s military position, his hopes for the NATO summit, and more. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Chatham House on Monday 23 June as part of a trip to the UK that included meetings with […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Front line drone technology to fuel UK – Ukraine partnership
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Front line drone technology to fuel UK – Ukraine partnership A landmark agreement between the UK and Ukraine to share battlefield technology has been reached today, boosting Ukraine’s drone production and linking up the UK’s defence industry with the cutting-edge technology being developed on the […]

MIL-OSI Video: UN Charter, Secretary-General/Syria, Iran & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (23June 2025)
Source: United Nations (video statements) Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General. ——————————— Highlights: UN Charter Secretary-General/Syria Iran Central African Republic Occupied Palestinian Territory Lebanon Democratic Republic of the Congo Sudan Ukraine Haiti Security Council Climate in Asia Internet Governance Forum Senior Personnel Appointment Resident Coordinators International Days Office for Disarmament Affairs Briefings […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: New NATO defence commitments must not come at cost of human rights
Source: Amnesty International – By Agnès Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International As NATO states meet in the Hague this week, they face tough decisions that will impact the lives of millions, or even billions, around the world. If, as widely expected, they commit to increased defence spending in response to Russia’s ongoing war of […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Panels established to review Canadian surtaxes, Chinese duties on farm and fish products
Source: World Trade Organization DS627: Canada — Measures on Certain Products of Chinese Origin China submitted its second request for the establishment of a dispute panel with respect to the surtax measures imposed by Canada on certain products of Chinese origin, including electric vehicles and steel and aluminium products. Canada had said it was not ready […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Energy sanctions against Russia and audit request – E-001144/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament Following the Russian military aggression against Ukraine, the EU has acted firmly to cut its reliance on Russian energy. REPowerEU[1] aims to phase out Russian fossil fuel imports, accelerate the clean transition, diversify supplies and enhance EU energy resilience. To put pressure on Russia to cease its war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Belgium Bart De Wever
Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Belgium, Bart De Wever. Prime Minister Carney congratulated Prime Minister De Wever on taking office in February and emphasized the longstanding ties between Canada and Belgium. The leaders discussed expanding bilateral trade and investment, with a focus on advancing clean […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Canada announces new, strengthened partnership with the European Union
Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced an historic step forward for Canada’s relationship with the European Union (EU). Together with President Costa and President von der Leyen, the Prime Minister announced they will forge a new, ambitious, and comprehensive partnership. The New EU-Canada Strategic Partnership of the Future is rooted […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement: Enduring Partnership, Ambitious Agenda
Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Today marks a historic milestone as we, the leaders of the European Union and Canada, met to renew our enduring commitment and take a pivotal step to further reinforce the strategic partnership between the European Union and Canada. Our strong partnership is deeply rooted in trust and common […]

MIL-OSI Global: How might the US-Iran conflict escalate? Expert Q&A
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Scott Lucas, Professor of International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin On Sunday June 22, Donald Trump announced that several of Iran’s most important nuclear facilities had been “completely obliterated” and that the country’s nuclear weapons programme had been crippled. Iran denied this and vowed to retaliate. The […]

MIL-OSI Global: At June’s Nato summit, just keeping Donald Trump in the room will be seen as a victory
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Stefan Wolff, Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham Gints Ivuskans/Shutterstock When Nato leaders meet for their annual summit in The Hague on Wednesday June 25, all eyes will be on Donald Trump. Not only is the 47th president of the United States less committed to the alliance […]

MIL-OSI Global: AI is consuming more power than the grid can handle — nuclear might be the answer
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Goran Calic, Associate Profesor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship Leadership Chair, McMaster University New partnerships are forming between tech companies and power operators — ones that could reshape decades of misconceptions about nuclear energy. Last year, Meta (Facebook’s parent company) put out a call for nuclear proposals, Google agreed […]

MIL-OSI Security: NATO Secretary General outlines expectations ahead of historic Summit
Source: NATO On Monday 23 June [2025] NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, outlined his expectations for the NATO Summit in The Hague. This year’s Summit takes place on Tuesday 24 and Wednesday 25 June and will bring together heads of state and government from across the Alliance; it will be hosted by the Netherlands for […]

MIL-OSI Global: Iran is considering closing the strait of Hormuz – why this would be a major escalation
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Basil Germond, Professor of International Security, Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion, Lancaster University Faced with the prospect of continuing Israeli airstrikes and further American involvement, Iran’s parliament has reportedly approved plans to close the strait of Hormuz. This is potentially a very dangerous moment. The strait of […]

MIL-OSI Europe: At a Glance – 2025 G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada – 23-06-2025
Source: European Parliament G7 leaders gathered under this year’s Canadian Presidency in Kananaskis, Canada, from 15 to 17 June 2025. The 51st leaders’ summit was overshadowed by the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran (which forced United States (US) President Donald Trump to leave the summit earlier), trade tensions between the US and the G7 […]

June 24, 2025
Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF
Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) 24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Behind the headlines: the hidden toll on journalists during the pandemic era
Source: 24 June 2025 Getty Images New research has revealed the trauma faced by journalists during the height of the pandemic, caused by exposure to online threats, disturbing information and disrupted work routines that exacerbated an industry already under pressure from the rise of social media and online news. Journalism and media experts from the […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, June 23, 2025 The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Receives Phone Call from Hungarian Foreign and Trade Minister
Source: Government of Qatar Doha, June 24, 2025 HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received a phone call on Monday from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary Peter Szijjarto. During the call, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and strengthen […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Turkish President Meets Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Source: Government of Qatar Istanbul, June 21, 2025 HE President of the sisterly Republic of Turkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan met Saturday with HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, on the sidelines of the 51st Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which is […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Republic of The Gambia: President Barrow and Other Heads of State Attend the 67th Ordinary Session of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
His Excellency President Adama Barrow has joined other regional leaders at the Ordinary Session of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of State and Government in the capital city of Nigeria, Abuja. The Summit reviewed the State of the Community, economic cooperation, security and broader sub-regional developments. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu chaired the […]

MIL-OSI Global: Gulf States want no winner in the conflict between Israel and Iran
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Mira Al Hussein, Research Fellow at the Alwaleed Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World, University of Edinburgh When Israel assassinated a number of senior Iranian military officials and nuclear scientists on June 13, there was an initial euphoria among some ruling elites in the […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: EU/Israel: ‘Timid’ review of EU-Israel Association Agreement a ‘greenlight to Israel’s genocide’
Source: Amnesty International – Responding to the European Commission’s review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement which found ‘indications’ that Israel is breaching its human rights obligations, Eve Geddie the Director of Amnesty International’s European Institutions Office said: “Despite its timid wording, the European Commission finally states the obvious: Israel is breaching its human rights obligations […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: Amnesty International UK’s response to Home Secretary’s announcement that Palestine Action will be proscribed a terrorist organisation
Source: Amnesty International – 23 Jun 2025, 06:08pm Sacha Deshmukh, Amnesty International UK Chief Executive said: “Amnesty International is seriously concerned by the Home Secretary’s announcement that she intends to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation. The UK has an overly broad definition of terrorism and proscribing a direct-action protest group like Palestine Action […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Verizon announces final results of its private exchange offers for 10 series of notes and related tender offers
Source: Verizon Headline: Verizon announces final results of its private exchange offers for 10 series of notes and related tender offers NEW YORK, N.Y. – Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today announced the final results of its Exchange Offers (as defined below) and its Cash Offers (as defined below). Exchange Offers The first […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Attack on Gaza Freedom Flotilla – E-001794/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament The EU is very concerned about reports of a drone attack on a ship carrying humanitarian aid and activists heading for Gaza. The EU discourages flotillas as a means for aid delivery. They risk the safety of their participants and carry the potential for escalation. However, nothing justifies attacking participants of flotillas […]

MIL-OSI Africa: 67th Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Summit: H.E. Julius Maada bio, President of Sierra Leone, is the new chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government for a one-year term
Download logo The Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) held its Sixty-Seventh Ordinary Session, today, 22 June 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria. During the Session, the Heads of State considered the report of the 94th Ordinary Session of the Council of Ministers, and reports on the State […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Cabo Verde: Unlocking Inclusive Growth Through Increased Resilience and Equal Opportunities
Download logo Cabo Verde’s economy continues on a strong recovery path, according to the latest Cabo Verde Economic Update 2025, released today by the World Bank. Real GDP in Cabo Verde grew by 7.3% in 2024, supported by robust tourism activity and a modest recovery in agriculture. However, while the country has made notable strides – particularly […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: Israel further tightens grip on the West Bank amid Iran escalation
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières – Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank, Palestine. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) […]

June 24, 2025
Israel – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Israel News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

China – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Palestinian Territories – Israeli authorities further tighten their grip on the West Bank amid escalation with Iran – MSF
Source: Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) 24 June, Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans […]

MIL-OSI China: Trump announces ceasefire between Israel, Iran
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump announced Monday that Israel and Iran have reached a formal agreement to implement a complete and total ceasefire, marking what he called the end of the “12-Day War.” U.S. President Donald Trump walks toward the South Lawn to board Marine One at […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Advisor to Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Qatar Strongly Condemns Attack That Targeted Al-Udeid Air Base
Source: Government of Qatar Advisor to Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Qatar Strongly Condemns Attack That Targeted Al-Udeid Air Base Doha, June 23 Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari expressed the State of Qatar’s strong condemnation […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Turkish President Meets Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Source: Government of Qatar Istanbul, June 21, 2025 HE President of the sisterly Republic of Turkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan met Saturday with HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, on the sidelines of the 51st Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which is […]

MIL-OSI USA: 06.23.2025

Senator Cruz Statement on Iran Regime Attack on American Servicemembers
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Texas Ted Cruz Published: 06.23.2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued a statement after the Iranian regime targeted the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar with missiles. Sen. Cruz said, “The Iranian regime is rogue and illegitimate, and is responsible for the murder, injury, and kidnapping of […]

MIL-OSI USA: Bacon Issues Statement on Iran/Israel Situation
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Don Bacon (2nd District of Nebraska) Bacon Issues Statement on Iran/Israel Situation Washington, June 23, 2025 Bacon Issues Statement on Iran/Israel Situation Washington – Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) issued the following response regarding the Iran/Israel situation: “Iran should have taken the denuclearization deal when President Trump offered it. As […]

MIL-OSI Global: Gulf States want no winner in the conflict between Israel and Iran
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Mira Al Hussein, Research Fellow at the Alwaleed Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World, University of Edinburgh When Israel assassinated a number of senior Iranian military officials and nuclear scientists on June 13, there was an initial euphoria among some ruling elites in the […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese Foreign Minister Meets Former UK Prime Minister
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with former British Prime Minister Tony Blair in Beijing on Monday. As Wang Yi, also a […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: EU/Israel: ‘Timid’ review of EU-Israel Association Agreement a ‘greenlight to Israel’s genocide’
Source: Amnesty International – Responding to the European Commission’s review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement which found ‘indications’ that Israel is breaching its human rights obligations, Eve Geddie the Director of Amnesty International’s European Institutions Office said: “Despite its timid wording, the European Commission finally states the obvious: Israel is breaching its human rights obligations […]

MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Attack on Gaza Freedom Flotilla – E-001794/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament The EU is very concerned about reports of a drone attack on a ship carrying humanitarian aid and activists heading for Gaza. The EU discourages flotillas as a means for aid delivery. They risk the safety of their participants and carry the potential for escalation. However, nothing justifies attacking participants of flotillas […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: Israel further tightens grip on the West Bank amid Iran escalation
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières – Jerusalem – As international focus shifts to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli forces have ramped up their activities in the West Bank, Palestine. Increased military operations in Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarem governorates, along with additional troop deployments, have led to heightened restrictions on Palestinians. Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) […]

June 24, 2025
Human Rights – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: NZ Greens call on state to condemn US over ‘dangerous’ attack on Iran
Asia Pacific Report New Zealand’s opposition Green Party has called on the government to condemn the United States for its illegal bombing of Iran and inflaming tensions across the Middle East. “The actions of the United States pose a fundamental threat to world peace,” said Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson in a statement. “The rest […]

June 24, 2025
University News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Sharks freeze when you turn them upside down – and there’s no good reason why
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jodie L. Rummer, Professor of Marine Biology, James Cook University Rachel Moore Imagine watching your favourite nature documentary. The predator lunges rapidly from its hiding place, jaws wide open, and the prey … suddenly goes limp. It looks dead. For some animals, this freeze response – called […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Behind the headlines: the hidden toll on journalists during the pandemic era
Source: 24 June 2025 Getty Images New research has revealed the trauma faced by journalists during the height of the pandemic, caused by exposure to online threats, disturbing information and disrupted work routines that exacerbated an industry already under pressure from the rise of social media and online news. Journalism and media experts from the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Frequently asked questions (FAQs) – changes to vocational education
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Can you please explain the different groups involved in the changes? ISBsIndustry Skills Boards Industry Skills Boards are new entities that will be established formally from 1 January 2026. They have a core role of standard setting for vocational education across their allocated sectors. They will also work to share the voice […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cracking the code of early onset bowel cancer: the search for 10 key biomarkers
Source: 24 June 2025 [embedded content] Bowel cancer is no longer just a disease of the elderly. In Australia and around the world, there’s been a concerning rise in bowel cancer cases among people under 50, and no one yet knows exactly why. Leading cancer researcher Professor Michael Samuel – from the Centre for Cancer […]

MIL-Evening Report: Drone footage captured orcas crafting tools out of kelp – and using them for grooming
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Vanessa Pirotta, Postdoctoral Researcher and Wildlife Scientist, Macquarie University Sara Jenkins/500px/Getty The more we learn about orcas, the more remarkable they are. These giant dolphins are the ocean’s true apex predator, preying on great white sharks and other lesser predators. They’re very intelligent and highly social. Their […]

MIL-OSI: Oak Valley Community Bank Announces Branch Manager Hiring
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) OAKDALE, Calif., June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), announced that Mariam Shah has joined the bank as Vice President, Branch Manager of the Lodi Branch which is located at 31 South School Street and is slated to open later […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko: Improving the quality of teaching natural sciences in schools is bearing fruit
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Russian team of the first Open International Geographical Olympiad (openGeo 2025) The results of the first Open International Geographical Olympiad (openGeo 2025) were summed up at the University Gymnasium of the Lomonosov Moscow State […]

MIL-OSI Global: Canadian community foundations rally to support local news, calling it essential to democracy
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Magda Konieczna, Associate Professor of Journalism, Concordia University A couple of weeks ago, a neighbour mentioned our son’s school might be moving. I couldn’t find anything about this online. But I did find plenty of news from down south. While the erosion of democracy in the United States […]

MIL-Evening Report: Inaccurate and misogynistic: why we need to make the term ‘hysterectomy’ history
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Theresa Larkin, Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of Wollongong Panuwat Dangsungnoen/Getty Images Have you had a tonsillectomy (your tonsils taken out), appendectomy (your appendix removed) or lumpectomy (removal of a lump from your breast)? The suffix “ectomy” denotes surgical removal of the named body part, so […]

MIL-Evening Report: More women are using medical cannabis – but new research shows barriers push some into illegal markets
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Vinuli Withanarachchie, PhD candidate, College of Health, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University Getty Images The number of women using medicinal cannabis is growing in New Zealand and overseas. They use cannabis treatment for general conditions such as pain, anxiety, inflammation and nausea, as well as […]

MIL-Evening Report: It’s time to face an uncomfortable truth: maybe our pampered pets would be better off without us
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nancy Cushing, Associate professor, University of Newcastle ROSLAN RAHMAN/AFP via Getty Images Pet-keeping is often promoted for the benefits it brings humans. A close association with another animal can provide us with a sense of purpose and a daily dose of joy. It can aid our health, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Work, wages and apprenticeships: sifting for clues about the lives of girls in ancient Egypt
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Julia Hamilton, Lecturer in History and Archaeology, Macquarie University Weavers in the Tomb of Khnumhotep II, Beni Hassan, Egypt. Painted by Norman de Garis Davies (MMA 33.8.16) We know surprisingly little about the lives of children in ancient Egypt. And what records we do have about them […]

MIL-Evening Report: Archetyp was one of the dark web’s biggest drug markets. A global sting has shut it down
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Elena Morgenthaler, PhD Candidate, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University Operation Deep Sentinel Last week, one of the dark web’s most prominent drug marketplaces – Archetyp – was shut down in an international, multi-agency law enforcement operation following years of investigations. It was touted as […]

MIL-Evening Report: How do sleep trackers work, and are they worth it? A sleep scientist breaks it down
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Dean J. Miller, Senior Lecturer, Appleton Institute, HealthWise Research Group, CQUniversity Australia Many smartwatches, fitness and wellness trackers now offer sleep tracking among their many functions. Wear your watch or ring to bed, and you’ll wake up to a detailed sleep report telling you not just how […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘It feels like I am being forced to harm a child’: research shows how teachers are suffering moral injury
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Glenys Oberg, PhD candidate in education and trauma, The University of Queensland SolStock/Getty Images Australia is in the grip of a teacher shortage. Teachers are burning out, warning the job is no longer sustainable and leaving the profession. We know this is due to excessive workloads, stress […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Empowering youth, protecting the planet: United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) partners with Somali universities to train future environmental advocates
Download logo Twenty-five students from SIMAD University in Mogadishu were given one day training on the practical management of wastewater and solid waste to help prevent pollution of the environment. The session took place at the UNSOS environmental installations, namely the wastewater treatment plants and waste management yard. This training aimed to equip students with hands-on skills for […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Ms. Aya Suzuki of Japan – Senior Vice-Rector of the United Nations University
Source: United Nations MIL-OSI 2 nited Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, following consultation with the United Nations University (UNU), announced today the appointment of Aya Suzuki of Japan as the next UNU Senior Vice-Rector. She succeeds Sawako Shirahase of Japan, to whom the Secretary-General is grateful for her dedication and service. Ms. Suzuki is a distinguished Japanese […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Development of cooperation between Russia and China in the field of antimonopoly policy was discussed at the National Research University Higher School of Economics
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: State University Higher School of Economics – State University Higher School of Economics – © Higher School of Economics The HSE hosted a roundtable discussion entitled “New Challenges for Antitrust Regulation: The Chinese Perspective.” The event was organized by BRICS International Centre for Competition Law and Policy (BRICS Centre). Special […]

MIL-OSI Russia: SHU and Shandong Institute of Technology and Business agreed on cooperation
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State – On June 23, a delegation from Shandong Institute of Technology and Business (SIITB) visited the National University of Management to sign a cooperation agreement. Rector of the State University of Management Vladimir Stroev, vice-rectors Maria Karelina and Dmitry Bryukhanov […]

MIL-OSI Global: No country for old business owners: Economic shifts create a growing challenge for America’s aging entrepreneurs
Source: The Conversation – USA – By Nancy Forster-Holt, Clinical Associate Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, University of Rhode Island Americans love small businesses. We dedicate a week each year to applauding them, and spend Small Business Saturday shopping locally. Yet hiding in plain sight is an enormous challenge facing small business owners as they […]

June 24, 2025
Analysis – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Analysis: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 24, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Sharks freeze when you turn them upside down – and there’s no good reason why
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jodie L. Rummer, Professor of Marine Biology, James Cook University Rachel Moore Imagine watching your favourite nature documentary. The predator lunges rapidly from its hiding place, jaws wide open, and the prey … suddenly goes limp. It looks dead. For some animals, this freeze response – called […]

MIL-Evening Report: Drone footage captured orcas crafting tools out of kelp – and using them for grooming
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Vanessa Pirotta, Postdoctoral Researcher and Wildlife Scientist, Macquarie University Sara Jenkins/500px/Getty The more we learn about orcas, the more remarkable they are. These giant dolphins are the ocean’s true apex predator, preying on great white sharks and other lesser predators. They’re very intelligent and highly social. Their […]

MIL-OSI Global: Presidents of both parties have launched military action without Congress declaring war − Trump’s bombing of Iran is just the latest
Source: The Conversation – USA – By Sarah Burns, Associate Professor of Political Science, Rochester Institute of Technology President Donald Trump is seen on a monitor in the White House press briefing room on June 21, 2025, after the U.S. military strike on three sites in Iran. AP Photo/Alex Brandon In the wake of the […]

MIL-OSI Global: Canadian community foundations rally to support local news, calling it essential to democracy
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Magda Konieczna, Associate Professor of Journalism, Concordia University A couple of weeks ago, a neighbour mentioned our son’s school might be moving. I couldn’t find anything about this online. But I did find plenty of news from down south. While the erosion of democracy in the United States […]

MIL-Evening Report: Inaccurate and misogynistic: why we need to make the term ‘hysterectomy’ history
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Theresa Larkin, Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of Wollongong Panuwat Dangsungnoen/Getty Images Have you had a tonsillectomy (your tonsils taken out), appendectomy (your appendix removed) or lumpectomy (removal of a lump from your breast)? The suffix “ectomy” denotes surgical removal of the named body part, so […]

MIL-Evening Report: More women are using medical cannabis – but new research shows barriers push some into illegal markets
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Vinuli Withanarachchie, PhD candidate, College of Health, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University Getty Images The number of women using medicinal cannabis is growing in New Zealand and overseas. They use cannabis treatment for general conditions such as pain, anxiety, inflammation and nausea, as well as […]

MIL-Evening Report: It’s time to face an uncomfortable truth: maybe our pampered pets would be better off without us
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nancy Cushing, Associate professor, University of Newcastle ROSLAN RAHMAN/AFP via Getty Images Pet-keeping is often promoted for the benefits it brings humans. A close association with another animal can provide us with a sense of purpose and a daily dose of joy. It can aid our health, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Work, wages and apprenticeships: sifting for clues about the lives of girls in ancient Egypt
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Julia Hamilton, Lecturer in History and Archaeology, Macquarie University Weavers in the Tomb of Khnumhotep II, Beni Hassan, Egypt. Painted by Norman de Garis Davies (MMA 33.8.16) We know surprisingly little about the lives of children in ancient Egypt. And what records we do have about them […]

MIL-Evening Report: Archetyp was one of the dark web’s biggest drug markets. A global sting has shut it down
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Elena Morgenthaler, PhD Candidate, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University Operation Deep Sentinel Last week, one of the dark web’s most prominent drug marketplaces – Archetyp – was shut down in an international, multi-agency law enforcement operation following years of investigations. It was touted as […]

MIL-Evening Report: How do sleep trackers work, and are they worth it? A sleep scientist breaks it down
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Dean J. Miller, Senior Lecturer, Appleton Institute, HealthWise Research Group, CQUniversity Australia Many smartwatches, fitness and wellness trackers now offer sleep tracking among their many functions. Wear your watch or ring to bed, and you’ll wake up to a detailed sleep report telling you not just how […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘It feels like I am being forced to harm a child’: research shows how teachers are suffering moral injury
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Glenys Oberg, PhD candidate in education and trauma, The University of Queensland SolStock/Getty Images Australia is in the grip of a teacher shortage. Teachers are burning out, warning the job is no longer sustainable and leaving the profession. We know this is due to excessive workloads, stress […]

MIL-OSI Global: Gulf States want no winner in the conflict between Israel and Iran
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Mira Al Hussein, Research Fellow at the Alwaleed Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World, University of Edinburgh When Israel assassinated a number of senior Iranian military officials and nuclear scientists on June 13, there was an initial euphoria among some ruling elites in the […]

MIL-OSI Global: Alberta youth have the right to school library books that reflect their lives, including sexuality
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Jamie Anderson, PhD Candidate, Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed fondness for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, most recently wagering a a friendly public bet on the NHL hockey playoffs. In 2023, she said she wanted Albertans to enjoy some of the […]

MIL-OSI Global: The Learning Refuge: How women-led community efforts help refugees resettle in Cyprus
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Suzan Ilcan, Professor of Sociology & University Research Chair, University of Waterloo A grassroots organization in Paphos, Cyprus, is bringing women together to address the needs of refugees in the city. (Shutterstock) Since 2015, the Republic of Cyprus (ROC) has seen a steady rise in migrant arrivals and […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Assisted dying: what happens now the House of Lords has the bill?
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Daniel Gover, Senior Lecturer in British Politics, Queen Mary University of London The House of Lords will now scrutinise the bill. Flickr/House of Lords , CC BY-NC-ND MPs have voted to introduce assisted dying, almost seven months after this bill was first debated in the House of Commons. […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: Why it can be harder to sleep during the summer – and what you can do about it
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Timothy Hearn, Senior Lecturer in Bioinformatics, Anglia Ruskin University The amount of daylight we get in the summer can seriously mess with our body clock. Lysenko Andrii/ Shutterstock As the days stretch long and the sun lingers late into the evening, most of us welcome summer with open […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: The spectacular frenzy of 28 Years Later offers a new breed of pandemic storytelling
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Lucyl Harrison, PhD Candidate, School of Humanities, University of Hull Twenty-three years on from director Danny Boyle’s unforgettable film 28 Days Later, and five years on from COVID, horror is having a spectacular renaissance. With 28 Years Later, the franchise has returned to cinema as a mouthpiece for […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: How to protect your favourite urban trees from increasing danger
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Lucy Grace, PhD Candidate, Climate Change and Literature, Nottingham Trent University Whether your favourite tree is in a private garden, on wasteland, in a school playground or on the street, your emotional response may be admiration, relaxation, rejuvenation or awareness of the seasons passing. But so many special […]

MIL-OSI Analysis: I’ve studied faiths and cultures around the world. Here’s how finance can be made more inclusive and sustainable
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Atul K. Shah, Professor, Accounting and Finance, City St George’s, University of London Krailath/Shutterstock Financial products are becoming increasingly sophisticated – as are the frauds associated with things like crypto, hacking and digital robbery. Many people are already overwhelmed by financial matters, and being unable to manage money […]

MIL-OSI Global: Here’s why the public needs to challenge the ‘good AI’ myth pushed by tech companies
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Arshin Adib-Moghaddam, Professor in Global Thought and Comparative Philosophies, Director of Centre for AI Futures, SOAS, University of London While there’s been much negative discussion about AI, including on the possibility that it will take over the world, the public is also being bombarded with positive messages about […]

June 24, 2025
Technology – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 24, 2025

MIL-OSI USA: Issa, Ross Introduce Legislation to Protect Public Access to Federal Rules, Regulations
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-50) Washington, D.C. – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48), Senior Member of the House Judiciary Committee and Chairman of its Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Courts, was joined by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and introduced H.R. 4072 — the Protecting and Enhancing Public Access to […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Behind the headlines: the hidden toll on journalists during the pandemic era
Source: 24 June 2025 Getty Images New research has revealed the trauma faced by journalists during the height of the pandemic, caused by exposure to online threats, disturbing information and disrupted work routines that exacerbated an industry already under pressure from the rise of social media and online news. Journalism and media experts from the […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, June 23, 2025 The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Frequently asked questions (FAQs) – changes to vocational education
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Can you please explain the different groups involved in the changes? ISBsIndustry Skills Boards Industry Skills Boards are new entities that will be established formally from 1 January 2026. They have a core role of standard setting for vocational education across their allocated sectors. They will also work to share the voice […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK Government honours exceptional exporters with Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards Twelve exceptional UK-based SMEs have been named today as winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Twelve SMEs announced as winners […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Greater security delivered for the British people with record billion-pound investment in new national biosecurity centre Huge investment in new National Biosecurity Centre to protect the British public and the economy from future pandemics. The country’s ability to prevent a future pandemic has been significantly enhanced today […]

MIL-OSI: WISeKey’s Subsidiaries WISeSat and SEALSQ Launch New Satellite with SpaceX, Enabling the First-Ever DePIN from Space and Advancing Quantum-Safe Space Communications
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Courtesy of SpaceX WISeKey’s Subsidiaries WISeSat and SEALSQ Launch New Satellite with SpaceX, Enabling the First-Ever DePIN from Space and Advancing Quantum-Safe Space Communications SEALSQ and WISeSat are setting the foundation for a new generation of cyber-resilient, quantum-ready space systems, redefining global digital trust from orbit Geneva, Switzerland, June 23, 2025 –WISeKey […]

MIL-OSI Australia: NAB appoints Group Executive for Digital, Data and Artificial Intelligence
Source: Premier of Victoria NAB today announced the appointment of Pete Steel as Group Executive, Digital, Data & Artificial Intelligence. In this new role reporting to NAB Group Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Irvine, Mr Steel will lead the bank’s digital, data and AI teams and initiatives to deliver better experiences for customers. He will also […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: NZ-NASA partnership launches five new projects
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Space Minister Judith Collins have today announced that in partnership with the US, the Government is investing $5.6 million to support five new joint NZ-NASA research projects in the field of Earth observation. Researchers from New Zealand and NASA will work in […]

MIL-OSI: Acceleware Announces Strategic Collaboration and Distribution Agreement with Scovan
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) CALGARY, Alberta, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acceleware® Ltd. (“Acceleware” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: AXE), a leading innovator of cutting-edge radio frequency (RF) power-to-heat technologies targeting process heat for critical minerals, amine regeneration (for carbon capture and other applications), and enhanced oil production, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration and […]

MIL-OSI: Matador Technologies Receives Conditional Approval for Change of Business
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Key Highlights TSX Venture Exchange grants conditional approval for Matador’s Change of Business (“COB”) to a hybrid “Technology / Investment” issuer, subject to the Company satisfying the TSXV’s requirements and conditions. Enables Matador to operate as a pure Bitcoin Ecosystem Company with a focus on holding, acquiring, and investing in Bitcoin and […]

MIL-OSI USA: CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (USVI) For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland June 23, 2025 202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELEBRATES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH TRANS-ATLANTIC SUBMARINE FIBER OPTIC CABLE Washington, DC – […]

MIL-OSI: Red Earth Casino Chooses QCI Chatalytics to Enhance Casino Operations with Integrated AI Solutions
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) SAN DIEGO, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Red Earth Casino has chosen Quick Custom Intelligence’s (QCI) Chatalytics platform to revolutionize its casino operations and elevate guest engagement. This AI-powered suite—which includes Slot Copilot, Player Copilot, the Dashboard, and the Robot Button—leverages OpenAI technology to deliver real-time intelligence and streamline decision-making across […]

MIL-OSI: Lucas GC Limited Announces Closing of Follow-On Offering
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lucas GC Limited (NASDAQ: LGCL) (“Lucas” or the “Company”), an artificial intelligence (“AI”) technology-driven Platform-as-a-Service (“PaaS”) company with proprietary technologies applied to the human resources and insurance industry verticals, today announced the closing of its “best efforts” follow-on offering (the “Offering”) of 32,150,000 ordinary […]

MIL-OSI Video: Opening Session: Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025 | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements) The 20th annual meeting of the Internet Governance Forum is hosted by the Government of the Norway in Lillestrøm from 23 to 27 June 2025. The Forum’s overarching theme is: Building Digital Governance Together. — The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) serves to bring people together from various stakeholder groups as […]

MIL-Evening Report: Archetyp was one of the dark web’s biggest drug markets. A global sting has shut it down
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Elena Morgenthaler, PhD Candidate, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University Operation Deep Sentinel Last week, one of the dark web’s most prominent drug marketplaces – Archetyp – was shut down in an international, multi-agency law enforcement operation following years of investigations. It was touted as […]

MIL-OSI USA: Wyden, Markey Demand Answers from Trump Administration Using AI and Other Technology to Label People as National Security Risks
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore) June 23, 2025 Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, (D-Ore.) said today that he and Edward J. Markey, (D-Mass.) are demanding answers from the Trump administration about its use of artificial intelligence and other technologies to label people as a risk to U.S. national […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Delivering Growth Through Collaboration and Innovation: SaskTel Reports Net Income of $82.2 Million in 2024-25
Source: Government of Canada regional news Released on June 23, 2025 Today, SaskTel released both its Annual Report and Sustainability Report for the 2024-25 fiscal year, highlighting its financial results and initiatives and best practices driving sustainability, equity and prosperity for the province of Saskatchewan. Financial results for the 2024-25 fiscal year include net income […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Front line drone technology to fuel UK – Ukraine partnership
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Front line drone technology to fuel UK – Ukraine partnership A landmark agreement between the UK and Ukraine to share battlefield technology has been reached today, boosting Ukraine’s drone production and linking up the UK’s defence industry with the cutting-edge technology being developed on the […]

MIL-OSI Video: UN Charter, Secretary-General/Syria, Iran & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (23June 2025)
Source: United Nations (video statements) Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General. ——————————— Highlights: UN Charter Secretary-General/Syria Iran Central African Republic Occupied Palestinian Territory Lebanon Democratic Republic of the Congo Sudan Ukraine Haiti Security Council Climate in Asia Internet Governance Forum Senior Personnel Appointment Resident Coordinators International Days Office for Disarmament Affairs Briefings […]

June 24, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: State Highway 3, Ōhaupō closed

Source: New Zealand Police

State Highway 3, Ōhaupō is closed at the intersection with West Road following a crash.

The three-vehicle crash happened at about 12:10pm.

No serious injuries have been reported.

Diversions are in place via Forkert Road (northbound) and Kaipaki Road (southbound).

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Centre

MIL OSI New Zealand News –

June 24, 2025