Category: MIL-OSI

MIL-OSI Australia: Arrests – Robbery – Katherine

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested two youths in relation to a robbery that occurred in Katherine on Friday.

Around 7:20am, three male youths allegedly followed a 90-year-old man from Railway Terrace to Katherine Terrace, where one of the youths grabbed the victim’s keys from his pocket. All three fled the scene on foot back towards Railway Terrace.

Witnesses flagged down nearby police who arrested two male youths aged 13 and 14 nearby.

The victim was assessed and did not require medical attention.

Investigations remain ongoing to identify and locate the outstanding offender.

Police urge anyone with information to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference NTP2500074944. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

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July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Not Done Yet: Women’s Day of Action for Pay Equity

Source: NZCTU

On Saturday 20 September communities across Aotearoa will unite for a Women’s Day of Action for Pay Equity – taking place 132 years after New Zealand women secured the right to vote. This mobilisation responds directly to the Government’s gutting of pay equity.

“This week, alongside our affiliated unions, we handed the Government a petition with 93,924 signatures demanding they stop this attack on workers. But we’re not done. The Women’s Day of Action is another opportunity for women to show the Government that this issue is not going to go away,” said NZCTU Secretary Melissa Ansell-Bridges.

“These changes have hurt Māori, Pacific, migrant, and low-paid women – nurses, teachers, care and support workers and more who are the backbone of Aotearoa. We will keep fighting until pay equity is restored, and workers’ rights are respected.

“Over 180,000 workers have already had their pay equity claims scrapped. The changes make it nearly impossible to lodge new claims and allow employers to opt out entirely.

“Pay equity isn’t just the right thing to do – for many workers, it’s the difference between working one job or two, between feeding their kids or going without.

“The Women’s Day of Action is both a protest and a celebration of women’s legacy, honouring the suffrage movement while amplifying collective power. The event is family-friendly and community-led, with kai, performances, and opportunities to hold politicians accountable. Participants are encouraged to wear purple, green, and white in honour of suffragists.

“A range of actions all over the country are being planned. Whether you march in Auckland, gather in Porirua or Christchurch, raise your voice in Wellington, have a crafternoon in Invercargill or show support online – you are part of this movement.

“On September 20, we are sending a clear message: pay equity is not optional, and we will not back down,” said Ansell-Bridges.

MIL OSI New Zealand News –

July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Robert Garcia Statement On Ongoing Situation in Gaza

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Robert Garcia California (42nd District)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) released the following statement on the ongoing situation in Gaza:

“The growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the famine unleashed upon children and families is horrific. People are being shot who are trying to get food. We need a full flow of aid and a ceasefire immediately. The war must end so we can save lives and return hostages home,” said Congressman Robert Garcia.

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July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: New Zealand Clinical Principles Framework for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health

Publication date:

21 July 2025
The New Zealand Clinical Principles Framework for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (the framework) describes the expected clinical standards for quality assessment, diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in New Zealand based on existing international clinical guidelines. The framework also includes further considerations that may represent clinical best practice or areas that have limited evidence.

The framework has been developed in partnership with a Clinical Reference Group, with members including people with lived experience of ADHD, family and whānau of individuals with ADHD, and New Zealand clinicians with expertise and experience in assessing and treating ADHD.

The framework includes:
- core general principles that can be used to guide ADHD assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children and young people, and adults
- age-specific consensus principles that outline expected standards and further considerations for assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of ADHD within New Zealand.
MIL OSI New Zealand News –
July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Public Health Guidance for Hairdressers and Barbers

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health

Publication date:

17 July 2025

Public Health Guidance for Hairdressers and Barbers outlines practical actions that hairdressers and barbers can take to reduce the spread of infection.

It covers hygiene, equipment handling, and cleaning and is designed to help hairdressers and barbers across New Zealand keep their clients safe.

The guidance is voluntary and can be used in all types of hairdressing and barber services, including salons, mobile and home-based setups, and temporary setups like those at fairs or rest homes.

The guidance was developed following the Ministry for Regulation’s Hairdressing and Barbering Regulatory Review. The review recommended revoking the Health (Hairdressers) Regulations 1980 and developing new guidance to manage public health risks. In response to the review, Cabinet agreed to remove the Health (Hairdressers) Regulations 1980 made under the Health Act 1956, effective from 31 July 2025.

MIL OSI New Zealand News –

July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Registrar (assisted dying) Annual Report – June 2025

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health

Publication date:

15 July 2025

The End of Life Choice Act 2019 (the Act) came into force on the 7 November 2021. This established the Assisted Dying – Ngā Ratonga Mate Whakaahuru service in New Zealand Aotearoa.

The Ministry of Health is responsible for the administration of the Act. The Act requires the Registrar (assisted dying) to report to the Minister of Health about the operation of the service by 30 June each year.

This Registrar (assisted dying) Annual Report covers the period from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025.

In addition to information required by the Act, this report summarizes information relating to the Ministry’s regulation and monitoring of the service, service usage, workforce and feedback about the service.

MIL OSI New Zealand News –

July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Weather News – Heavy rain, strong wind, and potential downpours on the cards – MetService

Source: MetService

Covering period of Monday 28 – Thursday 31 July – Severe Weather Warnings and Watches issued for heavy rain and strong winds – Potential upgrade to Red Heavy Rain Warning for southeast Tasman – Large northeast swells expected for the east coast of the upper North Island.

MetService has issued Severe Weather Warnings and Watches for heavy rain and strong wind, as a frontal system is set to move slowly over the motu tomorrow (Tuesday). Large northeast swells are also expected for the east coast of the upper North Island.

While the front arrives early on Tuesday and departs to our east Wednesday afternoon, it packs a punch while it crosses the country. Blustery northeasterly winds, widespread heavy rain and even the potential for downpours are all on the cards.

Orange Heavy Rain Warnings have been issued over the North Island for Coromandel Peninsula, the Bay of Plenty, Taranaki Maunga, and the Central North Island mountains. For the South Island, Orange Heavy Rain Warnings are in force for Tasman, Nelson, western Marlborough, the ranges of Westland, and the headwaters of the Otago lakes and rivers, and of the Canterbury lakes and rivers south of Arthurs Pass. Much of the central and upper North Island is covered by Watches for heavy rain and strong wind.

MetService meteorologist Alwyn Bakker advises to pay extra attention to “Tasman east and south of Motueka, excluding Nelson City District, where there is a high chance the Orange Warning will be upgraded to a Red Warning. Aside from Motueka township, this is the same region that was covered by a Red Warning back on 11 July.” There is also a moderate risk for inland parts of the Bay of Plenty to be upgraded to a Red Warning.

Swells of 3 to 4.5 metres are forecast on Tuesday for parts of the coast between the Bay of Islands and Whakatane.

“Northeast swell is expected to peak at 4 metres in the Bay of Islands on Tuesday morning, and at 4-4.5 metres at Great Mercury Island in the evening. Northerly swell is expected to peak at 4-4.5 metres at Whakatane around midnight,” states Bakker.

Along with the wind and rain, overnight temperatures are expected to rise. Much of the North Island will stay above 10°C on Tuesday night. Whakatane will be particularly notable, with its overnight minimum of 13°C only two degrees cooler than its recorded maximum temperature on Sunday.

Towards the end of the working week, a deep low to the east of Aotearoa New Zealand is forecast to direct a strong southerly flow onto the eastern North Island, while a second low is expected to move east past the far north.

“At this stage, the risk of Severe Weather from Thursday onwards is minimal, but MetService advises that people keep an eye on the forecast,” Bakker notes.

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July 28, 2025
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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Weather News – Heavy rain, strong wind, and potential downpours on the cards – MetService
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 28 – Thursday 31 July – Severe Weather Warnings and Watches issued for heavy rain and strong winds – Potential upgrade to Red Heavy Rain Warning for southeast Tasman – Large northeast swells expected for the east coast of the upper North Island. MetService has issued Severe Weather Warnings […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Registrar (assisted dying) Annual Report – June 2025
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 15 July 2025 The End of Life Choice Act 2019 (the Act) came into force on the 7 November 2021. This established the Assisted Dying – Ngā Ratonga Mate Whakaahuru service in New Zealand Aotearoa. The Ministry of Health is responsible for the administration of the Act. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Public Health Guidance for Hairdressers and Barbers
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 17 July 2025 Public Health Guidance for Hairdressers and Barbers outlines practical actions that hairdressers and barbers can take to reduce the spread of infection. It covers hygiene, equipment handling, and cleaning and is designed to help hairdressers and barbers across New Zealand keep their clients safe. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: New Zealand Clinical Principles Framework for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 21 July 2025 The New Zealand Clinical Principles Framework for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (the framework) describes the expected clinical standards for quality assessment, diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in New Zealand based on existing international clinical guidelines. The framework also includes further considerations that may represent […]

MIL-OSI USA: Case Provision To Strengthen Coast Guard Presence In The Indo-Pacific Secures Overwhelming Bi-Partisan Support In The House
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) (Washington, DC) — U.S. Representative Ed Case Ed Case (Hawai‘i-First District) announced today that last week the full U.S. House of Representatives in an overwhelming show of bipartisan support passed the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4275) which includes […]

MIL-OSI China: China to continue playing constructive role in promoting ceasefire between Cambodia, Thailand: spokesperson
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Sunday said China will maintain its fair and impartial position and continue close communication with Cambodia and Thailand, actively facilitate talks for peace and play a constructive role for a ceasefire. According to media reports, following international efforts to facilitate […]

MIL-Evening Report: Women’s rugby is booming, but safety relies on borrowed assumptions from the men’s game
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kathryn Dane, Postdoctoral associate, University of Calgary Rugby union, commonly known as just rugby, is a fast-paced and physical team sport. More girls and women in Canada and around the world are playing it now than ever before. As of 2021, women’s rugby reached a record 2.7 […]

MIL-OSI Australia: How to apply for release of super on compassionate grounds
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin Assistance with your application You can apply onlineExternal Link or on a paper form for early release on compassionate grounds. We’re unable to process applications over the phone, but we can answer any questions you have about completing your application – phone us on 13 10 20. We don’t charge […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Farmer confidence at 8yr high, but still more to do!
Source: New Zealand Government Farmer confidence has surged to the highest level in eight years, with Minister of Agriculture Todd McClay describing it as a clear sign of the resilience of New Zealand’s farmers and a sector leading the charge towards our goal of doubling export value in 10 years. “The latest Federated Farmers Confidence […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Energy Safety Business Update – July 2025
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 28 July 2025 Read our July 2025 energy safety business update. In this issue: Electrical and gas accidents annual report Reminder: Serene heaters recall and advice Regulatory Systems (Immigration and Workforce) Amendment Bill Portable socket-outlet assembly usage for construction sites Energy Safety winter campaign out now Read the full newsletter(external link) […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – WA continues its streak as Australia’s strongest economic performer: CommSec State of the States – CBA
Source: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Strong retail and business investment keep WA on top, while anticipated rate cuts could eventually support a lift in performance for NSW and Victoria. Western Australia has once again claimed the top spot in the latest CommSec State of the States report, leading the nation’s economic performance rankings for […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Education – Family Tradition: Son Joins Mum’s Path in Civil Engineering at Whitireia and WelTec
Source: Whitireia and WelTec Young Wellingtonian Sean Hoffman is forging his own path in civil engineering, inspired by the journey of his mother, Michelle-herself a graduate of the New Zealand Diploma of Engineering (Civil) at Whitireia and WelTec. Their story is a testament to the power of family influence, hands-on learning, and the exceptional support provided […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – Health Accelerator launches to fast-track innovation in primary care across NZ
Source: Health Accelerator A bold new initiative is set to help transform the future of primary care in New Zealand. Today marks the official launch of Health Accelerator, an innovation hub dedicated to developing and deploying digital solutions that empower primary care and improve patient care. Health Accelerator is a collaborative joint venture between four of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Reducing councils’ ridiculous use of road cones
Source: New Zealand Government As part of the Government’s drive to cut down on excessive use of road cones – and reducing the eye-watering cost of temporary traffic management – councils will soon be forced to use a commonsense approach to risk assessment before receiving government funding, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “New Zealanders have […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Better support and oversight for third-party regulators
Source: Maritime New Zealand Maritime NZ has established a dedicated Third-Party Oversight Team to work with third-party regulators and provide assurance to the maritime sector that the third-party regulatory system is performing well. Third party regulators are entities or individuals, not employed by Maritime NZ, who perform regulatory functions under a delegation or other authorisation. […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China to continue playing constructive role in facilitating ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand: Chinese Foreign Ministry
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — China will adhere to a fair and impartial attitude, continue to maintain […]

July 28, 2025
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MIL-OSI USA: ICE arrests over 200 illegal alien child sex offenders in Houston area in past 6 months
Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement HOUSTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 214 illegal aliens for immigration offenses in the Houston area in the past six months who have been charged or convicted of a sex offense involving a minor. The 214 arrests were more than the Houston field office arrested during the […]

MIL-OSI China: Xizang Internet Photography & Video Festival wraps up with awards ceremony in Lhasa
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The 5th China Xizang Internet Photography & Video Festival awards ceremony was held on Friday in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. The festival, which was launched in September 2024, was guided by the Bureau of Cyber Communications of the CAC and the Publicity Department of […]

MIL-OSI China: Floods can’t stop the fun — China’s ‘Village Super League’ roars back
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China’s renowned “Village Super League,” also known as Cun Chao, has made a triumphant return with a gratitude-themed restart ceremony staged in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province, on late Saturday, drawing tens of thousands of spectators. The celebration comes after devastating floods weeks ago, when the stadium […]

MIL-OSI China: 2nd China-Latin America human rights roundtable highlights cooperation for global governance
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Cesar Martins, executive vice president of Sao Paulo State University, speaks at the second China-Latin American and Caribbean States Roundtable on Human Rights in Sao Paulo, Brazil, July 25, 2025. Experts from China and countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) exchanged their views on […]

MIL-OSI Security: Cindy Rodriguez Singh Added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List
Source: US FBI Noel has a history of health and developmental issues, including chronic lung disease, pulmonary edema, and esotropia. He required regular medical appointments and medications, including ophthalmologist and speech therapy appointments, as well as albuterol inhaler medication. “Cindy, as the primary adult responsible for Noel’s safety and well-being, failed numerous times to meet […]

July 28, 2025
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MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

ENG vs IND: Jadeja, Washington pull off epic rescue act as India draw Manchester Test, keep series alive
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India pulled off a remarkable escape to force a draw in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford on Sunday, riding on a spirited batting display led by Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar. Facing a daunting 311-run deficit and reduced to 0/2 early […]

India-UK FTA reflects nation’s growing strength: Piyush Goyal
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said that the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) reflects the growing strength and global standing of the country. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of a felicitation ceremony here, the Union Minister described the FTA as […]

Vaccines prevented over 2.5 million COVID deaths worldwide: Study
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Vaccines have prevented more than 2.5 million deaths caused by SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19, according to a new study. Led by researchers from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Italy, the study found that one COVID-related death was avoided for every 5,400 vaccine […]

PM Modi lauds fish farmer who turned Maoist-hit Gumla into aquaculture hub
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spotlighted a compelling example of grassroots transformation, sharing a poignant story from Gumla district in Jharkhand — a region once shadowed by Maoist violence that now glows with the promise of peace and livelihood. The Prime Minister narrated the journey […]

Operation Sindoor has instilled new confidence and unity across the nation: PM Modi in Tamil Nadu
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor has sent a clear message to the world that India will respond strongly to any threat against its security and sovereignty. Speaking at the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple in Tamil Nadu’s Ariyalur district, the PM said, […]

PM Modi announces statues for Chola kings Rajaraja, Rajendra at Gangaikonda Cholapuram event
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that grand statues of Chola emperors Rajaraja Chola and Rajendra Chola will be erected in Tamil Nadu to honour their contributions to Indian history and culture. Speaking at a special function at the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple in Tamil […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: There’s enough natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust to help power the green energy transition
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Omid Haeri Ardakani, Research scientist at Natural Resources Canada; Andjunct associate professor, University of Calgary Since their formation billions of years ago, the oldest parts of the Earth’s continental rocks have generated natural hydrogen in massive amounts. Some of this hydrogen may have accumulated within accessible traps and […]

Tamil Nadu: PM Modi releases commemorative coin honouring Rajendra Chola I at grand Aadi Thiruvathirai celebration
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday participated in the valedictory celebrations of the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival, marking the birth anniversary of the illustrious Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I, at the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Tamil Nadu’s Ariyalur district. As part of the ceremony, the Prime Minister […]

Aim is to make India a sporting superpower, says PM Modi in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared his vision for making India a sporting superpower and praised the Indian contingent for winning nearly 600 medals at the recent World Police and Fire Games. In the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, PM […]

PM Modi lauds Odisha’s devotional singers for awareness campaign against forest fires
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday brought national attention to an environmental awareness campaign against forest fires undertaken by the ‘Radhakrishna Sankirtan Mandali’, a group of devotional singers from Odisha’s Keonjhar district who are spreading the message of conservation through traditional songs and music. The Prime […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Six killed, 29 injured in Hindu temple stampede in northern India
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NEW DELHI, July 27 (Xinhua) — At least six people were killed and 29 others injured in […]

PM Modi holds roadshow in Tamil Nadu’s Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Tamil Nadu’s Ariyalur district on Sunday to participate in the valedictory celebrations of the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival, marking the birth anniversary of the legendary Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I. The Prime Minister is scheduled to release a […]

From hills to rivers, PM Modi lauds grassroots efforts powering Swachh Bharat Mission
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, lauded the unwavering spirit of the nation in carrying forward the Swachh Bharat Mission, calling it a shining example of collective will transforming the seemingly impossible into reality. “Sometimes a […]

MIL-OSI USA: Terrorist Designation of The Resistance Front
Source: United States Department of State (2) Marco Rubio, Secretary of State Terrorist Designation of The Resistance Front Press Statement July 17, 2025 Today, the Department of State is adding The Resistance Front (TRF) as a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT).  TRF, a Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT) front and proxy, claimed […]

Every stone is a witness to a historical event: PM Modi on UNESCO recognition of Maratha forts
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised UNESCO’s recognition of 12 Maratha forts as a World Heritage Site, stating that these forts symbolise India’s history, culture, and dignity. Addressing the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, the PM urged people to visit […]

PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Mansa Devi stampede, Uttarakhand CM announces ₹2 lakh ex gratia
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a stampede at the Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar, where six people were killed after a massive crowd gathered along the stairway route to the popular shrine. Extending condolences to the bereaved […]

PM Modi lauds Mani Maran’s efforts to preserve Tamil palm leaf manuscripts
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the work of Mani Maran, a resident of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, for his efforts in preserving and teaching the ancient art of reading Tamil palm leaf manuscripts. Speaking during his monthly radio address ‘Mann Ki Baat’, the Prime […]

PM Modi highlights India’s achievements in space, science in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed pride over the recent achievements by Indians in space, science, sports, and culture. Addressing the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi made a special mention of Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, whose recent space […]

Indian Railways boosts connectivity and safety in Jammu & Kashmir with track and coach upgrades
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing a major transformation in its railway infrastructure with the Indian Railways undertaking extensive upgrades in track maintenance and passenger coach facilities. The inauguration of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, marked a turning point […]

July 28, 2025
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MIL-OSI China: US, EU seal trade deal amid concerns over tariff imbalance
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen claimed Sunday that they had reached a trade deal under which the United States would impose a baseline tariff of 15 percent on European Union (EU) goods. The announcement was made at a joint […]

MIL-OSI China: China to continue playing constructive role in promoting ceasefire between Cambodia, Thailand: spokesperson
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Sunday said China will maintain its fair and impartial position and continue close communication with Cambodia and Thailand, actively facilitate talks for peace and play a constructive role for a ceasefire. According to media reports, following international efforts to facilitate […]

MIL-OSI China: China activates emergency response for flood control in Beijing
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 27 — China’s Ministry of Water Resources on Sunday activated a Level-IV emergency response for flood control in Beijing. Since Thursday, the Chaobai River has experienced heavy to torrential rainfall. The Miyun Reservoir, located in the northeast suburbs of Beijing, on Sunday recorded its […]

MIL-OSI China: Fenghuangjing Pumping Station of Yangtze-to-Huaihe Water Diversion Project starts operation in Wuhu
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Fenghuangjing Pumping Station of Yangtze-to-Huaihe Water Diversion Project starts operation in Wuhu Updated: July 28, 2025 07:02 Xinhua An aerial drone photo taken on July 27, 2025 shows the Fenghuangjing Pumping Station, which is part of the Yangtze-to-Huaihe Water Diversion Project, in Wuhu, east China’s Anhui […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China to continue playing constructive role in facilitating ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand: Chinese Foreign Ministry
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — China will adhere to a fair and impartial attitude, continue to maintain […]

MIL-OSI Russia: 1 dead, 13 missing after bus loses contact in northern China
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News TAIYUAN, July 27 (Xinhua) — One person was killed and 13 others are missing after contact with […]

MIL-OSI Russia: 5 killed in landslide in southwest China
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News KUNMING, July 27 (Xinhua) — Five people trapped in a car by a landslide in southwest China’s […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China Launches New Low-Earth Orbit Satellites to Provide Internet Access
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News TAIYUAN, July 27 (Xinhua) — China on Sunday successfully launched a new group of low-orbit satellites to […]

MIL-OSI Russia: 5 trapped in landslide in southwest China
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News KUNMING, July 27 (Xinhua) — Five people were trapped in a car after a landslide hit southwest […]

MIL-OSI China: Aerial crop protection operations commence across agricultural production units of Beidahuang Group in NE China
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Aerial crop protection operations commence across agricultural production units of Beidahuang Group in NE China Updated: July 27, 2025 21:29 Xinhua An aerial drone photo taken on July 25, 2025 shows an agricultural aircraft flying above a soybean field at the Beidahuang Group Heilongjiang Hongxing Farm […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China and Kyrgyzstan work together to protect the ruins of the ancient settlement of Ak-Beshim
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News LANZHOU, July 27 (Xinhua) — China and Kyrgyzstan will jointly protect the ruins of the ancient city […]

MIL-OSI China: 1st anniv. of successful inscription of Beijing Central Axis on UNESCO World Heritage List marked in Beijing
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News 1st anniv. of successful inscription of Beijing Central Axis on UNESCO World Heritage List marked in Beijing Updated: July 27, 2025 20:48 Xinhua People kick a shuttlecock at a square connecting the Bell and Drum Towers in Beijing, capital of China, July 27, 2025. An event […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China saw improvement in logistics efficiency in H1 2025
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — China’s logistics sector saw an overall improvement in efficiency in the first […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China plans to boost agricultural consumption
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — China on Sunday issued a series of recommendations to promote increased consumption […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Fresh-cut roses from Northwest China greenhouses reach Central Asian markets
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News LANZHOU, July 27 (Xinhua) — The delivery time of fresh-cut roses from greenhouses in Linxia City, Linxia […]

MIL-OSI China: China to promote consumption of agricultural products
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 27 — China on Sunday released a set of guidelines to boost consumption of agricultural products, with efforts to optimize supply and stimulate demand. These guidelines, jointly issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and nine other government departments, urge efforts to […]

MIL-OSI China: Xizang Internet Photography & Video Festival wraps up with awards ceremony in Lhasa
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The 5th China Xizang Internet Photography & Video Festival awards ceremony was held on Friday in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. The festival, which was launched in September 2024, was guided by the Bureau of Cyber Communications of the CAC and the Publicity Department of […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Six killed, eight injured in road accident in northern China
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News TAIYUAN, July 27 (Xinhua) — Six people were killed and eight others injured when a large truck […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Search underway for passenger car in northern China after crash, loss of contact with passengers
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News TAIYUAN, July 27 (Xinhua) — Search and rescue operations are in full swing after contact was lost […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Since the start of the 2025 summer movie season, China’s box office revenue has exceeded 5 billion yuan
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — China’s box office revenue for the 2025 summer movie season since June […]

July 28, 2025
Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – WA continues its streak as Australia’s strongest economic performer: CommSec State of the States – CBA
Source: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Strong retail and business investment keep WA on top, while anticipated rate cuts could eventually support a lift in performance for NSW and Victoria. Western Australia has once again claimed the top spot in the latest CommSec State of the States report, leading the nation’s economic performance rankings for […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

MIL-Evening Report: As post-election talks drag on, what will Hobart’s proposed stadium actually cost Tasmanians?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Madden, Emeritus Professor, Centre of Policy Studies, Victoria University In the wake of last week’s Tasmanian election that delivered another hung parliament, the new government will need to shore up crossbench support. One of the issues to be negotiated will be support for the new stadium […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Boosting transport and construction productivity
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency The Albanese Government’s focus on boosting productivity across the Australian economy continued to pick up speed this week, as consultation commenced with the transport and construction sectors. Two roundtables, hosted by the Hon Catherine King MP, focused on identifying practical and implementable reforms across these vital industries that support the […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Lights a step closer as construction kicks off on Central Coast Highway with Tumbi road intersection upgrade
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency Safer, more reliable journeys are on the way for motorists who use the Central Coast Highway, with main construction works starting to upgrade the Central Coast Highway-Tumbi Road intersection. The Albanese and Minns Labor governments are joining forces to deliver a $65.5 million upgrade that will significantly improve journeys for […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Kakadu upgrades ensure safer access to top tourism spots
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency The Australian and Northern Territory governments are delivering long-awaited upgrades to key roads in Kakadu National Park to improve visitor access, boost safety and support economic growth. The first tender under the Australian Government’s $70 million program of upgrades opens next week, with construction on Kubara Road and Maguk Road […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Designs unveiled for Newcastle green energy precinct
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency The final concept designs have been unveiled for the Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct, which will establish the Hunter region as an industry leader in Australia’s transformation to net-zero. Community members, prospective commercial partners and international investors attended a virtual-reality walk-through of the site today, where the future […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Participants of the SCO Media and Think Tank Summit Visit Luoyang and Praise Its Development
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News LUOYANG, July 27 (Xinhua) — Just before noon on July 26, the square in front of the […]

India-UK FTA reflects nation’s growing strength: Piyush Goyal
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said that the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) reflects the growing strength and global standing of the country. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of a felicitation ceremony here, the Union Minister described the FTA as […]

MIL-OSI Africa: President El-Sisi Follows Up on Latest Developments in Industrial Projects
Source: APO . Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Transport and Industry, lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Engineer Hassan El-Khatib, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Engineer Karim Badawi, and CEO of the Environmental Affairs […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: There’s enough natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust to help power the green energy transition
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Omid Haeri Ardakani, Research scientist at Natural Resources Canada; Andjunct associate professor, University of Calgary Since their formation billions of years ago, the oldest parts of the Earth’s continental rocks have generated natural hydrogen in massive amounts. Some of this hydrogen may have accumulated within accessible traps and […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Counterfeit goods worth R156m seized
Source: Government of South Africa The South African Police Service (SAPS) has seized counterfeit and illicit goods worth more than R156 million during operations in Pretoria, Mbombela and Limpopo. In the past three weeks, the integrated team executed search-and-seizure warrants in terms of the Counterfeit Goods Act 37 of 1997, as well as the Customs […]

MIL-OSI Africa: President Mahama Ends ‘Thank You’ Tour: Calls for Unity, Economic Transformation, and Peace
Source: APO – Report: . President John Dramani Mahama on Friday concluded his national ‘Thank You’ Tour triumphantly in Dambai, Oti Region. The tour, a journey of appreciation and dialogue, saw the President reaffirm his commitment to governing Ghana with sincerity, dedication, vision, and integrity. Throughout his engagements across the 16 regions, President Mahama emphasised […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Discusses Future Economic, Trade, and Investment Relations with British Minister for International Development Between The Two Countries
Source: APO – Report: . H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, held a discussion session with Baroness Jenny Chapman, UK Minister of State for International Development, during the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting in South Africa. The meetings witnessed extensive discussions on the future of economic, trade, and investment relations […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Second Africa Climate Summit Takes Shape with Clear Focus on Real Outcomes and African Leadership
Source: APO – Report: . The Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (GoE), in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC), is pleased to share key updates on preparations for the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), taking place 8-10 September 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Government of Ethiopia and the African Union […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises solidarity […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation – Africa (2) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-Evening Report: Bougainville woman Cabinet minister battling nine men to hold her seat
INTERVIEW: By Don Wiseman, RNZ Pacific senior journalist One of the first women to hold an open seat in Bougainville, Theonila Roka Matbob, is confident she can win again. Bougainville goes to the polls in the first week of September, and Roka Matbob aims to hold on to her Ioro seat in central Bougainville, where […]

July 28, 2025
Business – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Final guidance on CGT event K6
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin CGT event K6 relates to pre-CGT shares and trust interests. Following our December 2024 consultation on the draft, we’ve now published the final version of the addendum to TR 2004/18: Income tax: capital gains: application of CGT event K6. The addendum revises aspects of our view on how capital gains should be […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – WA continues its streak as Australia’s strongest economic performer: CommSec State of the States – CBA
Source: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Strong retail and business investment keep WA on top, while anticipated rate cuts could eventually support a lift in performance for NSW and Victoria. Western Australia has once again claimed the top spot in the latest CommSec State of the States report, leading the nation’s economic performance rankings for […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Education – Family Tradition: Son Joins Mum’s Path in Civil Engineering at Whitireia and WelTec
Source: Whitireia and WelTec Young Wellingtonian Sean Hoffman is forging his own path in civil engineering, inspired by the journey of his mother, Michelle-herself a graduate of the New Zealand Diploma of Engineering (Civil) at Whitireia and WelTec. Their story is a testament to the power of family influence, hands-on learning, and the exceptional support provided […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Hoyer Opening Remarks During Full Committee Markup of Fiscal Year 2026 National Security and Department of State Bill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steny H Hoyer (MD-05) WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government (FSGG), delivered opening remarks at the House Appropriations Full Committee Markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Security, Department of State, and Related […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Prime Minister to meet President Trump for wide ranging talks in Scotland
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Prime Minister to meet President Trump for wide ranging talks in Scotland The Prime Minister will travel to Scotland today to meet the President for talks. The Prime Minister will travel to Scotland today to meet the President for talks on his golf course in Turnberry The […]

MIL-Evening Report: AI agents are here. Here’s what to know about what they can do – and how they can go wrong
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Daswin de Silva, Professor of AI and Analytics, Director of AI Strategy, La Trobe University George Peters / Getty Images We are entering the third phase of generative AI. First came the chatbots, followed by the assistants. Now we are beginning to see agents: systems that aspire […]

MIL-Evening Report: The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Christopher Rudge, Law lecturer, University of Sydney A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients. The ruling means the federal government will need to recalculate more than A$4 billion in debts owed to the Department of Social Services, which administers […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Want to save yourself from super scams and dodgy financial advice? Ask these questions
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Angelique Nadia Sweetman McInnes, Academic in Financial Planning, CQUniversity Australia Is there anything you can do to protect your superannuation from dodgy providers or questionable financial advice? And if someone rings you out of the blue and tempts you with a better return on your savings – […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Participants of the SCO Media and Think Tank Summit Visit Luoyang and Praise Its Development
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News LUOYANG, July 27 (Xinhua) — Just before noon on July 26, the square in front of the […]

India-UK FTA reflects nation’s growing strength: Piyush Goyal
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said that the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) reflects the growing strength and global standing of the country. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of a felicitation ceremony here, the Union Minister described the FTA as […]

MIL-OSI: BTC Price Hits $118,000: HashJ Launches First Short-Term Contracts for Scalable Rewards
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Zurich, Switzerland, July 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MGPD Finance Limited, doing business as HashJ, today announced the official launch of its short-term BTC contract offerings, designed to help everyday users benefit from Bitcoin’s record-breaking rally past $118,000. The launch marks a new chapter in making digital asset participation simpler, faster, and […]

MIL-OSI Africa: President El-Sisi Follows Up on Latest Developments in Industrial Projects
Source: APO . Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Transport and Industry, lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Engineer Hassan El-Khatib, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Engineer Karim Badawi, and CEO of the Environmental Affairs […]

PM Modi announces statues for Chola kings Rajaraja, Rajendra at Gangaikonda Cholapuram event
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that grand statues of Chola emperors Rajaraja Chola and Rajendra Chola will be erected in Tamil Nadu to honour their contributions to Indian history and culture. Speaking at a special function at the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple in Tamil […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: There’s enough natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust to help power the green energy transition
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Omid Haeri Ardakani, Research scientist at Natural Resources Canada; Andjunct associate professor, University of Calgary Since their formation billions of years ago, the oldest parts of the Earth’s continental rocks have generated natural hydrogen in massive amounts. Some of this hydrogen may have accumulated within accessible traps and […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Discusses Future Economic, Trade, and Investment Relations with British Minister for International Development Between The Two Countries
Source: APO – Report: . H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, held a discussion session with Baroness Jenny Chapman, UK Minister of State for International Development, during the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting in South Africa. The meetings witnessed extensive discussions on the future of economic, trade, and investment relations […]

July 28, 2025
Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI USA: Case Provision To Strengthen Coast Guard Presence In The Indo-Pacific Secures Overwhelming Bi-Partisan Support In The House
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) (Washington, DC) — U.S. Representative Ed Case Ed Case (Hawai‘i-First District) announced today that last week the full U.S. House of Representatives in an overwhelming show of bipartisan support passed the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4275) which includes […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Israel announces 10-hour daily humanitarian pause in military operations in parts of Gaza
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — The Israeli military on Sunday announced a daily 10-hour humanitarian pause in […]

MIL-OSI USA: IAM District 837 Members in St. Louis Vote to Reject Boeing Defense Contract
Source: US GOIAM Union ST. LOUIS, July 27, 2025 – More than 3,200 IAM District 837 members at Boeing facilities in St. Louis, St. Charles, Mo., and Mascoutah, Ill., have overwhelmingly voted to reject the company’s contract offer during a vote held on Sunday, July 27. IAM Union members delivered a clear message: the proposal […]

MIL-OSI Canada: Premier’s statement on Korean War Veterans Day
Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Korean War Veterans Day: “We mark this day in remembrance of more than 26,000 Canadians who served during the Korean War. We honour the ultimate sacrifice of the 516 Canadians who lost their lives during the three-year conflict, as well as more than 1,200 who were […]

MIL-OSI Russia: D. Peskov explained the cancellation of the parade on Navy Day in St. Petersburg
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Moscow, July 27 /Xinhua/ — The cancellation of the main naval parade in St. Petersburg on Russian […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Mahama attends Liberia’s 178th independence anniversary
Source: APO – Report: . President John Dramani Mahama, on Saturday, joined President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and the people of Liberia to celebrate their 178th Independence Day celebration in Monrovia. The event held at the Centennial Memorial Pavilion in Monrovia, Montserrado County, was attended by heads of states from the subregion including the Presidents of […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK high-altitude research and intelligence balloon soars to new heights
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release UK high-altitude research and intelligence balloon soars to new heights The UK has successfully trialed high-altitude balloons which can conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions. UK Defence is developing use of uncrewed, high-altitude balloons to conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, boosting national security and delivering […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Aid airlifts resume in northern Gaza – sources
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Gaza/Jerusalem, July 27 (Xinhua) — Humanitarian aid was dropped again over various areas in the northern Gaza […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Israel to temporarily halt fighting in Gaza – media
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided on Saturday evening to suspend hostilities […]

Thai-Cambodia border shelling continues despite Trump’s ceasefire call
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Cambodia and Thailand each said the other had launched artillery attacks across contested border areas early on Sunday, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump said the leaders of both countries had agreed to work on a ceasefire. Four days after the worst fighting in more than […]

Trump says Thailand, Cambodia agree to hold immediate ceasefire talks
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) U.S. President Donald Trumpsaid on Saturday the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand had agreed to meet immediately to quickly work out a ceasefire, as he sought to broker peace after three days of fighting along their border. Thailand’s acting prime minister, Phumtham Wechayachai, thanked Trump and […]

PM Modi to address nation through ‘Mann Ki Baat’ today
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on Sunday through the 124th edition of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat. The broadcast will begin at 11:00 a.m. and will be aired on All India Radio, Doordarshan, and various digital platforms. The programme continues to serve […]

MIL-OSI China: Media: Israel to temporarily pause fighting in Gaza
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided on Saturday night to temporarily pause Israel’s fighting in Gaza throughout Sunday, Israeli media outlets reported. According to Israel’s state-owned Kan TV News, the decision was made after Netanyahu consulted with Defense Minister Israel Katz, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, and […]

MIL-OSI China: Cambodian civil aviation authority bans flights from flying across fighting zones with Thailand
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Cambodia’s State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) on Saturday prohibited all flights from flying across fighting zones with Thailand, a spokesperson said. Sinn Chanserey Vutha, who is also the SSCA’s secretary of state, said all airlines had been informed to avoid flying over conflict zones and […]

July 28, 2025
Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Energy Safety Business Update – July 2025
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 28 July 2025 Read our July 2025 energy safety business update. In this issue: Electrical and gas accidents annual report Reminder: Serene heaters recall and advice Regulatory Systems (Immigration and Workforce) Amendment Bill Portable socket-outlet assembly usage for construction sites Energy Safety winter campaign out now Read the full newsletter(external link) […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Designs unveiled for Newcastle green energy precinct
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency The final concept designs have been unveiled for the Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct, which will establish the Hunter region as an industry leader in Australia’s transformation to net-zero. Community members, prospective commercial partners and international investors attended a virtual-reality walk-through of the site today, where the future […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Power system continues to meet winter demand
Source: Government of South Africa Eskom says the power system continues to operate reliably, showing ongoing resilience in effectively meeting winter electricity demand. “When occasional system constraints arise, they are effectively managed through the strategic deployment of emergency reserves during morning and evening peak periods,” the power utility said on Friday. Since 15 May 2025, […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: There’s enough natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust to help power the green energy transition
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Omid Haeri Ardakani, Research scientist at Natural Resources Canada; Andjunct associate professor, University of Calgary Since their formation billions of years ago, the oldest parts of the Earth’s continental rocks have generated natural hydrogen in massive amounts. Some of this hydrogen may have accumulated within accessible traps and […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Discusses Future Economic, Trade, and Investment Relations with British Minister for International Development Between The Two Countries
Source: APO – Report: . H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, held a discussion session with Baroness Jenny Chapman, UK Minister of State for International Development, during the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting in South Africa. The meetings witnessed extensive discussions on the future of economic, trade, and investment relations […]

MIL-OSI USA: United States Disrupts North Korea Revenue Generation, Offering Rewards of Up to $15 Million
Source: United States Department of State (2) Office of the Spokesperson United States Disrupts North Korea Revenue Generation, Offering Rewards of Up to $15 Million Media Note July 24, 2025 Today, the Departments of State, Justice, and the Treasury are executing coordinated, decisive actions to keep Americans safe from North Korea’s malicious and illicit revenue […]

PM Modi launches development projects worth over ₹4800 crore in Tamil Nadu
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, dedicated, and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth more than ₹4800 crore in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu on Saturday. The initiatives span across key sectors, including airports, highways, ports, railways, and clean energy infrastructure, and are expected to significantly […]

July 28, 2025
Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI Security: Justice Department, DEA Joint Announcement on Actions to Combat Drug Cartels & Drug Trafficking under DOJ’s Operation Take Back America Initiative
Source: United States Department of Justice Criminal Division Attorney General Pamela Bondi and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Acting Administrator Robert Murphy held a press conference to announce actions the Department is taking to combat drug cartels and drug trafficking under the Justice Department’s Operation Take Back America Initiative. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI USA: Case Provision To Strengthen Coast Guard Presence In The Indo-Pacific Secures Overwhelming Bi-Partisan Support In The House
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) (Washington, DC) — U.S. Representative Ed Case Ed Case (Hawai‘i-First District) announced today that last week the full U.S. House of Representatives in an overwhelming show of bipartisan support passed the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4275) which includes […]

MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-OSI USA: ICE arrests over 200 illegal alien child sex offenders in Houston area in past 6 months
Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement HOUSTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 214 illegal aliens for immigration offenses in the Houston area in the past six months who have been charged or convicted of a sex offense involving a minor. The 214 arrests were more than the Houston field office arrested during the […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Search for driver after business and cars rammed
Source: New South Wales – News Police are looking for a driver after he allegedly drove into a Campbelltown cafe and a police car at Prospect last night. Police were called to a cafe on Newton Road, Campbelltown about 8pm on Sunday 27 July by reports of a collision. A woman had been sheltering inside […]

MIL-Evening Report: The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Christopher Rudge, Law lecturer, University of Sydney A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients. The ruling means the federal government will need to recalculate more than A$4 billion in debts owed to the Department of Social Services, which administers […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Want to save yourself from super scams and dodgy financial advice? Ask these questions
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Angelique Nadia Sweetman McInnes, Academic in Financial Planning, CQUniversity Australia Is there anything you can do to protect your superannuation from dodgy providers or questionable financial advice? And if someone rings you out of the blue and tempts you with a better return on your savings – […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Hong Kong movies showcased at 2025 Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region Hong Kong movies showcased at 2025 Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal Speaking before the world premiere of “Good Game” on July 27 (Montreal time), the Acting Director of the Toronto ETO, Mr Gavin Yeung, highlighted the efforts of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government […]

MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Coast Guard Northwest District holds Change of Command ceremony
Source: United States Coast Guard News Release U.S. Coast Guard Northwest District PA Detachment AstoriaContact: Coast Guard PA Detachment AstoriaOffice: (503) 861-6380After Hours: (206) 220-7237PA Detachment Astoria online newsroom 07/27/2025 03:18 PM EDT U.S. Coast Guard Northwest District held a change of command ceremony at Base Seattle, Friday. Rear Adm. Arex Avanni assumed the […]

MIL-OSI Security: ICE Lodges Arrest Detainer for Illegal Alien Who Killed Two Teens While Intoxicated in Sanctuary Jurisdiction of Wisconsin
Source: US Department of Homeland Security Criminal illegal alien from Honduras driving while intoxicated killed 18-year-old girl and 19-year-old boy in car wreck in Dane County, WI WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged an arrest detainer against a criminal illegal alien responsible for driving […]

MIL-OSI USA: IAM District 837 Members in St. Louis Vote to Reject Boeing Defense Contract
Source: US GOIAM Union ST. LOUIS, July 27, 2025 – More than 3,200 IAM District 837 members at Boeing facilities in St. Louis, St. Charles, Mo., and Mascoutah, Ill., have overwhelmingly voted to reject the company’s contract offer during a vote held on Sunday, July 27. IAM Union members delivered a clear message: the proposal […]

MIL-OSI USA: Speaker Johnson Joins Meet the Press
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) WASHINGTON — This morning, Speaker Johnson joined Kristen Welker on NBC’s Meet the Press to discuss House Republicans pushing for maximum transparency regarding the Epstein files, the One Big Beautiful Bill’s popular and commonsense Medicaid reforms, and Israel’s efforts to deliver aid into Gaza. Watch the full […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Counterfeit goods worth R156m seized
Source: Government of South Africa The South African Police Service (SAPS) has seized counterfeit and illicit goods worth more than R156 million during operations in Pretoria, Mbombela and Limpopo. In the past three weeks, the integrated team executed search-and-seizure warrants in terms of the Counterfeit Goods Act 37 of 1997, as well as the Customs […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Police intensify probe on Basotho military training claims
Source: Government of South Africa The South African Police Service (SAPS) has intensified its operations into the investigation of allegations that Basotho nationals are undergoing militarily training on South African farms, as part of a growing land reclamation campaign. This was revealed during a Board of Commissioners (BOC) meeting, where National Police Commissioner, General Fannie […]

MIL-OSI Africa: PRASA welcomes developments in tender corruption case
Source: Government of South Africa Sunday, July 27, 2025 The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has welcomed developments in the investigation into allegations of corruption involving multi-billion-rand tenders for train signalling equipment. On Wednesday, 23 July 2025, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) presented a search warrant at PRASA’s Braamfontein offices to […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Govt condemns foreign officials
Source: Hong Kong Information Services The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today said it strongly opposes and disapproves of smears by government officials and politicians from the US, Canada and Australia, and by anti-China organisations, regarding its lawful acts to pursue individuals wanted in connection with national security offences who have absconded from Hong […]

July 28, 2025
Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI USA: Case Provision To Strengthen Coast Guard Presence In The Indo-Pacific Secures Overwhelming Bi-Partisan Support In The House
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) (Washington, DC) — U.S. Representative Ed Case Ed Case (Hawai‘i-First District) announced today that last week the full U.S. House of Representatives in an overwhelming show of bipartisan support passed the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4275) which includes […]

MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-Evening Report: How Marvel’s Fantastic Four discovered the human in the superhuman
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By J. Andrew Deman, Professor of English, University of Waterloo The Fantastic Four: First Steps is the second cinematic reboot of the Fantastic Four franchise, and there’s a lot riding on this film. While cinema-goers have responded enthusiastically to many of the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, […]

MIL-OSI USA: ICE arrests over 200 illegal alien child sex offenders in Houston area in past 6 months
Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement HOUSTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 214 illegal aliens for immigration offenses in the Houston area in the past six months who have been charged or convicted of a sex offense involving a minor. The 214 arrests were more than the Houston field office arrested during the […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Farmer confidence at 8yr high, but still more to do!
Source: New Zealand Government Farmer confidence has surged to the highest level in eight years, with Minister of Agriculture Todd McClay describing it as a clear sign of the resilience of New Zealand’s farmers and a sector leading the charge towards our goal of doubling export value in 10 years. “The latest Federated Farmers Confidence […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – WA continues its streak as Australia’s strongest economic performer: CommSec State of the States – CBA
Source: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Strong retail and business investment keep WA on top, while anticipated rate cuts could eventually support a lift in performance for NSW and Victoria. Western Australia has once again claimed the top spot in the latest CommSec State of the States report, leading the nation’s economic performance rankings for […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – Health Accelerator launches to fast-track innovation in primary care across NZ
Source: Health Accelerator A bold new initiative is set to help transform the future of primary care in New Zealand. Today marks the official launch of Health Accelerator, an innovation hub dedicated to developing and deploying digital solutions that empower primary care and improve patient care. Health Accelerator is a collaborative joint venture between four of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-OSI USA: Hoyer Opening Remarks During Full Committee Markup of Fiscal Year 2026 National Security and Department of State Bill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steny H Hoyer (MD-05) WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government (FSGG), delivered opening remarks at the House Appropriations Full Committee Markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Security, Department of State, and Related […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Prime Minister to meet President Trump for wide ranging talks in Scotland
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Prime Minister to meet President Trump for wide ranging talks in Scotland The Prime Minister will travel to Scotland today to meet the President for talks. The Prime Minister will travel to Scotland today to meet the President for talks on his golf course in Turnberry The […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Reducing councils’ ridiculous use of road cones
Source: New Zealand Government As part of the Government’s drive to cut down on excessive use of road cones – and reducing the eye-watering cost of temporary traffic management – councils will soon be forced to use a commonsense approach to risk assessment before receiving government funding, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “New Zealanders have […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: UN warns of ‘catastrophic hunger’ in Gaza as Israel announces humanitarian pauses
Source: United Nations 2 But as starvation tightens its grip and “children are dying before our eyes,” UN officials and aid workers warn that the measures fall far short of the much-needed ceasefire and unfettered aid access that could help stem the spiralling humanitarian catastrophe. “Welcome announcement of humanitarian pauses in Gaza to allow our […]

MIL-Evening Report: Critics claim gender clinics are seeing an excess of trans boys. But new data suggest otherwise
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ken Pang, Senior Principal Research Fellow and Group Leader, Transgender Health Research Group, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute Gender clinics provide multidisciplinary care that helps trans people to explore and affirm their gender identity. The number of adolescents referred to gender clinics has increased worldwide in recent years, […]

MIL-Evening Report: The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Christopher Rudge, Law lecturer, University of Sydney A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients. The ruling means the federal government will need to recalculate more than A$4 billion in debts owed to the Department of Social Services, which administers […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: As post-election talks drag on, what will Hobart’s proposed stadium actually cost Tasmanians?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Madden, Emeritus Professor, Centre of Policy Studies, Victoria University In the wake of last week’s Tasmanian election that delivered another hung parliament, the new government will need to shore up crossbench support. One of the issues to be negotiated will be support for the new stadium […]

MIL-Evening Report: The celebrity halo effect: why abuse allegations against powerful men like Brad Pitt are so easily forgotten
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jamilla Rosdahl, Senior Lecturer, Australian College of Applied Psychology Last month, actor Brad Pitt stepped onto the Formula One circuit as the leading man of the high-octane film F1, backed by Apple Studios, Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Pitt’s own Plan B Entertainment. During the publicity campaign, cameras […]

July 28, 2025
Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Search for driver after business and cars rammed
Source: New South Wales – News Police are looking for a driver after he allegedly drove into a Campbelltown cafe and a police car at Prospect last night. Police were called to a cafe on Newton Road, Campbelltown about 8pm on Sunday 27 July by reports of a collision. A woman had been sheltering inside […]

MIL-Evening Report: The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Christopher Rudge, Law lecturer, University of Sydney A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients. The ruling means the federal government will need to recalculate more than A$4 billion in debts owed to the Department of Social Services, which administers […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Want to save yourself from super scams and dodgy financial advice? Ask these questions
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Angelique Nadia Sweetman McInnes, Academic in Financial Planning, CQUniversity Australia Is there anything you can do to protect your superannuation from dodgy providers or questionable financial advice? And if someone rings you out of the blue and tempts you with a better return on your savings – […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Hong Kong movies showcased at 2025 Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region Hong Kong movies showcased at 2025 Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal Speaking before the world premiere of “Good Game” on July 27 (Montreal time), the Acting Director of the Toronto ETO, Mr Gavin Yeung, highlighted the efforts of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government […]

MIL-OSI Security: ICE Lodges Arrest Detainer for Illegal Alien Who Killed Two Teens While Intoxicated in Sanctuary Jurisdiction of Wisconsin
Source: US Department of Homeland Security Criminal illegal alien from Honduras driving while intoxicated killed 18-year-old girl and 19-year-old boy in car wreck in Dane County, WI WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged an arrest detainer against a criminal illegal alien responsible for driving […]

MIL-OSI USA: Speaker Johnson Joins Meet the Press
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) WASHINGTON — This morning, Speaker Johnson joined Kristen Welker on NBC’s Meet the Press to discuss House Republicans pushing for maximum transparency regarding the Epstein files, the One Big Beautiful Bill’s popular and commonsense Medicaid reforms, and Israel’s efforts to deliver aid into Gaza. Watch the full […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Concerns over ineffective measures to curb prison overcrowding
Source: Government of South Africa Sunday, July 27, 2025 The Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services has expressed concern over the low success rate of the current legislation aimed at reducing overcrowding in the country’s correctional facilities. This comes after the committee received a briefing from the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) regarding the implementation of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Debunking the theological gaslighting of Israel-supporting Imams
Muslims, and the global community, must rally around the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights: to exist, to return home, and to live free from occupation. ANALYSIS: By Shadee ElMasry In our world today, one would be hard-pressed to find a reputable, well-known scholar or group of scholars who support Israel. Of course, the keywords here are […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Counterfeit goods worth R156m seized
Source: Government of South Africa The South African Police Service (SAPS) has seized counterfeit and illicit goods worth more than R156 million during operations in Pretoria, Mbombela and Limpopo. In the past three weeks, the integrated team executed search-and-seizure warrants in terms of the Counterfeit Goods Act 37 of 1997, as well as the Customs […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Police intensify probe on Basotho military training claims
Source: Government of South Africa The South African Police Service (SAPS) has intensified its operations into the investigation of allegations that Basotho nationals are undergoing militarily training on South African farms, as part of a growing land reclamation campaign. This was revealed during a Board of Commissioners (BOC) meeting, where National Police Commissioner, General Fannie […]

MIL-OSI Africa: PRASA welcomes developments in tender corruption case
Source: Government of South Africa Sunday, July 27, 2025 The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has welcomed developments in the investigation into allegations of corruption involving multi-billion-rand tenders for train signalling equipment. On Wednesday, 23 July 2025, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) presented a search warrant at PRASA’s Braamfontein offices to […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Govt condemns foreign officials
Source: Hong Kong Information Services The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today said it strongly opposes and disapproves of smears by government officials and politicians from the US, Canada and Australia, and by anti-China organisations, regarding its lawful acts to pursue individuals wanted in connection with national security offences who have absconded from Hong […]

Aim is to make India a sporting superpower, says PM Modi in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared his vision for making India a sporting superpower and praised the Indian contingent for winning nearly 600 medals at the recent World Police and Fire Games. In the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, PM […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Call for witnesses – Assault – Tennant Creek
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The Northern Territory Police Force are calling for information in relation to an alleged assault that occurred in Tennant Creek early this morning. Around 1am, emergency services received reports that a woman, aged in her 40’s, was allegedly physically assaulted in the vicinity of Maloney Street by and […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Six killed, 29 injured in Hindu temple stampede in northern India
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NEW DELHI, July 27 (Xinhua) — At least six people were killed and 29 others injured in […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises solidarity […]

July 28, 2025
Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Women’s rugby is booming, but safety relies on borrowed assumptions from the men’s game
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kathryn Dane, Postdoctoral associate, University of Calgary Rugby union, commonly known as just rugby, is a fast-paced and physical team sport. More girls and women in Canada and around the world are playing it now than ever before. As of 2021, women’s rugby reached a record 2.7 […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Final guidance on CGT event K6
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin CGT event K6 relates to pre-CGT shares and trust interests. Following our December 2024 consultation on the draft, we’ve now published the final version of the addendum to TR 2004/18: Income tax: capital gains: application of CGT event K6. The addendum revises aspects of our view on how capital gains should be […]

MIL-OSI Australia: How to apply for release of super on compassionate grounds
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin Assistance with your application You can apply onlineExternal Link or on a paper form for early release on compassionate grounds. We’re unable to process applications over the phone, but we can answer any questions you have about completing your application – phone us on 13 10 20. We don’t charge […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Update: Investigations continue into Shooting at Munno Para West
Source: New South Wales – News A man has died after a shooting incident at Munno Para West. Just after 11pm on Saturday 26 July, police were called to a house on Stebonheath Road after reports of a disturbance. A struggle has occurred between two men at the house after one of the men made […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – WA continues its streak as Australia’s strongest economic performer: CommSec State of the States – CBA
Source: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Strong retail and business investment keep WA on top, while anticipated rate cuts could eventually support a lift in performance for NSW and Victoria. Western Australia has once again claimed the top spot in the latest CommSec State of the States report, leading the nation’s economic performance rankings for […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

MIL-OSI Australia: 80 Years of courage, community and commitment: our Mission and Vision
Source: Over the past 80 days, we have shared the pivotal moments, challenges and triumphs that have shaped our history as part of our 80th anniversary celebrations. For the past 80 years and beyond, CFA has stood as a pillar of protection, resilience and community spirit across Victoria. Our story is one of service, dedication, […]

MIL-OSI Australia: City to undertake major tram track works in High Street and Pall Mall
Source: New South Wales Ministerial News The City of Greater Bendigo is preparing to commence a $5.68 million project in mid to late October to remove and replace a 660-metre section of the ageing dual tram tracks in High Street and Pall Mall between Short Street and Mundy Street. The City will be undertaking preliminary […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Search for driver after business and cars rammed
Source: New South Wales – News Police are looking for a driver after he allegedly drove into a Campbelltown cafe and a police car at Prospect last night. Police were called to a cafe on Newton Road, Campbelltown about 8pm on Sunday 27 July by reports of a collision. A woman had been sheltering inside […]

MIL-Evening Report: Critics claim gender clinics are seeing an excess of trans boys. But new data suggest otherwise
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ken Pang, Senior Principal Research Fellow and Group Leader, Transgender Health Research Group, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute Gender clinics provide multidisciplinary care that helps trans people to explore and affirm their gender identity. The number of adolescents referred to gender clinics has increased worldwide in recent years, […]

MIL-Evening Report: The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Christopher Rudge, Law lecturer, University of Sydney A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients. The ruling means the federal government will need to recalculate more than A$4 billion in debts owed to the Department of Social Services, which administers […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: As post-election talks drag on, what will Hobart’s proposed stadium actually cost Tasmanians?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Madden, Emeritus Professor, Centre of Policy Studies, Victoria University In the wake of last week’s Tasmanian election that delivered another hung parliament, the new government will need to shore up crossbench support. One of the issues to be negotiated will be support for the new stadium […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Q&A – Queensland Media Club
Source: Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority Queensland Media Club Speeches and Q&A here: https://youtu.be/f2DeHcivspg?si=guNHL0f1ZCkMWhwz JOURNALIST: It’s been 100 days since the Government’s 100-day review. When can Queenslanders expect to see tangible shovels in the ground, concrete rising in Victoria Park? Because as you’ve touched on in your speech, we don’t have a lot of time. […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Boosting transport and construction productivity
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency The Albanese Government’s focus on boosting productivity across the Australian economy continued to pick up speed this week, as consultation commenced with the transport and construction sectors. Two roundtables, hosted by the Hon Catherine King MP, focused on identifying practical and implementable reforms across these vital industries that support the […]

MIL-OSI Australia: ABC South East NSW Breakfast with Eddie Williams
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency EDDIE WILLIAMS, HOST: Roads, rates, and rubbish, and childcare, disaster recovery, community transport, school holiday programs, even a laundromat. The role of local government has been changing and evolving over the years. It’s been growing. And a new report has found councils across the state are having to foot the bill […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Lights a step closer as construction kicks off on Central Coast Highway with Tumbi road intersection upgrade
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency Safer, more reliable journeys are on the way for motorists who use the Central Coast Highway, with main construction works starting to upgrade the Central Coast Highway-Tumbi Road intersection. The Albanese and Minns Labor governments are joining forces to deliver a $65.5 million upgrade that will significantly improve journeys for […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Kakadu upgrades ensure safer access to top tourism spots
Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency The Australian and Northern Territory governments are delivering long-awaited upgrades to key roads in Kakadu National Park to improve visitor access, boost safety and support economic growth. The first tender under the Australian Government’s $70 million program of upgrades opens next week, with construction on Kubara Road and Maguk Road […]

July 28, 2025
New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Weather News – Heavy rain, strong wind, and potential downpours on the cards – MetService
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 28 – Thursday 31 July – Severe Weather Warnings and Watches issued for heavy rain and strong winds – Potential upgrade to Red Heavy Rain Warning for southeast Tasman – Large northeast swells expected for the east coast of the upper North Island. MetService has issued Severe Weather Warnings […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Registrar (assisted dying) Annual Report – June 2025
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 15 July 2025 The End of Life Choice Act 2019 (the Act) came into force on the 7 November 2021. This established the Assisted Dying – Ngā Ratonga Mate Whakaahuru service in New Zealand Aotearoa. The Ministry of Health is responsible for the administration of the Act. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Public Health Guidance for Hairdressers and Barbers
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 17 July 2025 Public Health Guidance for Hairdressers and Barbers outlines practical actions that hairdressers and barbers can take to reduce the spread of infection. It covers hygiene, equipment handling, and cleaning and is designed to help hairdressers and barbers across New Zealand keep their clients safe. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: New Zealand Clinical Principles Framework for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 21 July 2025 The New Zealand Clinical Principles Framework for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (the framework) describes the expected clinical standards for quality assessment, diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in New Zealand based on existing international clinical guidelines. The framework also includes further considerations that may represent […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Farmer confidence at 8yr high, but still more to do!
Source: New Zealand Government Farmer confidence has surged to the highest level in eight years, with Minister of Agriculture Todd McClay describing it as a clear sign of the resilience of New Zealand’s farmers and a sector leading the charge towards our goal of doubling export value in 10 years. “The latest Federated Farmers Confidence […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Energy Safety Business Update – July 2025
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 28 July 2025 Read our July 2025 energy safety business update. In this issue: Electrical and gas accidents annual report Reminder: Serene heaters recall and advice Regulatory Systems (Immigration and Workforce) Amendment Bill Portable socket-outlet assembly usage for construction sites Energy Safety winter campaign out now Read the full newsletter(external link) […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Education – Family Tradition: Son Joins Mum’s Path in Civil Engineering at Whitireia and WelTec
Source: Whitireia and WelTec Young Wellingtonian Sean Hoffman is forging his own path in civil engineering, inspired by the journey of his mother, Michelle-herself a graduate of the New Zealand Diploma of Engineering (Civil) at Whitireia and WelTec. Their story is a testament to the power of family influence, hands-on learning, and the exceptional support provided […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – Health Accelerator launches to fast-track innovation in primary care across NZ
Source: Health Accelerator A bold new initiative is set to help transform the future of primary care in New Zealand. Today marks the official launch of Health Accelerator, an innovation hub dedicated to developing and deploying digital solutions that empower primary care and improve patient care. Health Accelerator is a collaborative joint venture between four of […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Reducing councils’ ridiculous use of road cones
Source: New Zealand Government As part of the Government’s drive to cut down on excessive use of road cones – and reducing the eye-watering cost of temporary traffic management – councils will soon be forced to use a commonsense approach to risk assessment before receiving government funding, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “New Zealanders have […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Better support and oversight for third-party regulators
Source: Maritime New Zealand Maritime NZ has established a dedicated Third-Party Oversight Team to work with third-party regulators and provide assurance to the maritime sector that the third-party regulatory system is performing well. Third party regulators are entities or individuals, not employed by Maritime NZ, who perform regulatory functions under a delegation or other authorisation. […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rural News – Farm confidence surges after tough years – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Lower interest rates, strong dairy and meat prices, and Government cuts to excessive red tape have delivered a big lift in farmer confidence. Federated Farmers’ latest six-monthly Farm Confidence Survey shows the rural mood has improved significantly this year, rebounding from record lows 12 months ago. “Farming families have been through some really tough […]

MIL-Evening Report: Gaza condemns Israeli ‘piracy’ over storming of Handala aid ship
Asia Pacific Report The Gaza Government Media Office has condemned “in the strongest terms” Israel’s storming of the Handala aid ship, calling it an act of “maritime piracy”, reports Al Jazeera. “This blatant aggression represents a flagrant violation of international law and maritime navigation rules,” the office said in a statement. “It reaffirms once again […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Overseas products to make it cheaper to build
Source: New Zealand Government From tomorrow, thousands of additional building products including plasterboard, cladding systems, external doors, and windows will all be easier to use in construction sites across New Zealand, Mr Penk says Our government is laser focused on economic growth, which drives more jobs and increasing wages. We want to see a construction […]

July 28, 2025
Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI USA: Hoyer Opening Remarks During Full Committee Markup of Fiscal Year 2026 National Security and Department of State Bill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steny H Hoyer (MD-05) WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government (FSGG), delivered opening remarks at the House Appropriations Full Committee Markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Security, Department of State, and Related […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Prime Minister to meet President Trump for wide ranging talks in Scotland
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements Press release Prime Minister to meet President Trump for wide ranging talks in Scotland The Prime Minister will travel to Scotland today to meet the President for talks. The Prime Minister will travel to Scotland today to meet the President for talks on his golf course in Turnberry The […]

July 28, 2025
Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Business – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI Submissions: Australia – WA continues its streak as Australia’s strongest economic performer: CommSec State of the States – CBA
Source: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Strong retail and business investment keep WA on top, while anticipated rate cuts could eventually support a lift in performance for NSW and Victoria. Western Australia has once again claimed the top spot in the latest CommSec State of the States report, leading the nation’s economic performance rankings for […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: UN warns of ‘catastrophic hunger’ in Gaza as Israel announces humanitarian pauses
Source: United Nations 2 But as starvation tightens its grip and “children are dying before our eyes,” UN officials and aid workers warn that the measures fall far short of the much-needed ceasefire and unfettered aid access that could help stem the spiralling humanitarian catastrophe. “Welcome announcement of humanitarian pauses in Gaza to allow our […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Statement on Gaza by Tom Fletcher, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator
Source: United Nations secretary general As the world is witnessing, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is devastating. One in three people in Gaza hasn’t eaten for days. People are being shot just trying to get food to feed their families. Children are wasting away. This is what we face on the ground right now. We […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Israel announces 10-hour daily humanitarian pause in military operations in parts of Gaza
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — The Israeli military on Sunday announced a daily 10-hour humanitarian pause in […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: 27 July 2025

News release

Malnutrition rates reach alarming levels in Gaza, WHO warns
Source: World Health Organisation Malnutrition is on a dangerous trajectory in the Gaza Strip, marked by a spike in deaths in July. Of 74 malnutrition-related deaths in 2025, 63 occurred in July – including 24 children under five, a child over five, and 38 adults. Most of these people were declared dead on arrival at […]

MIL-Evening Report: Debunking the theological gaslighting of Israel-supporting Imams
Muslims, and the global community, must rally around the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights: to exist, to return home, and to live free from occupation. ANALYSIS: By Shadee ElMasry In our world today, one would be hard-pressed to find a reputable, well-known scholar or group of scholars who support Israel. Of course, the keywords here are […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Statement from the Foreign Secretary on the situation in Gaza
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments News story Statement from the Foreign Secretary on the situation in Gaza The Foreign Secretary has issued a statement following today’s announcement of a temporary humanitarian pause by the IDF in Gaza. Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, said: The humanitarian suffering in Gaza has reached new depths. The […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Iranian Canadians watch the Israel-U.S. war in Iran from afar
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Fateme Ejaredar, PhD candidate in Sociology, University of Calgary, University of Calgary Iranian Canadians have been following the news in Iran carefully. Sadaf Vakilzadeh/Unsplash, CC BY The recent war waged by Israel and the United States on Iran killed at least 935 people and wounded another 5,332. There’s […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: WFP Statement on Gaza
Source: World Food Programme WFP welcomes the news that Israel is prepared to implement humanitarian pauses, and that designated humanitarian corridors will be created, to facilitate the safe movement of UN convoys delivering emergency food supplies and other aid to people in Gaza. WFP has enough food in – or on its way to – […]

July 28, 2025
Israel – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Israel News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-OSI USA: Hoyer Opening Remarks During Full Committee Markup of Fiscal Year 2026 National Security and Department of State Bill
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steny H Hoyer (MD-05) WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government (FSGG), delivered opening remarks at the House Appropriations Full Committee Markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Security, Department of State, and Related […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: UN warns of ‘catastrophic hunger’ in Gaza as Israel announces humanitarian pauses
Source: United Nations 2 But as starvation tightens its grip and “children are dying before our eyes,” UN officials and aid workers warn that the measures fall far short of the much-needed ceasefire and unfettered aid access that could help stem the spiralling humanitarian catastrophe. “Welcome announcement of humanitarian pauses in Gaza to allow our […]

MIL-OSI United Nations: Statement on Gaza by Tom Fletcher, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator
Source: United Nations secretary general As the world is witnessing, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is devastating. One in three people in Gaza hasn’t eaten for days. People are being shot just trying to get food to feed their families. Children are wasting away. This is what we face on the ground right now. We […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Israel announces 10-hour daily humanitarian pause in military operations in parts of Gaza
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — The Israeli military on Sunday announced a daily 10-hour humanitarian pause in […]

MIL-OSI USA: Speaker Johnson Joins Meet the Press
Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) WASHINGTON — This morning, Speaker Johnson joined Kristen Welker on NBC’s Meet the Press to discuss House Republicans pushing for maximum transparency regarding the Epstein files, the One Big Beautiful Bill’s popular and commonsense Medicaid reforms, and Israel’s efforts to deliver aid into Gaza. Watch the full […]

MIL-Evening Report: Debunking the theological gaslighting of Israel-supporting Imams
Muslims, and the global community, must rally around the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights: to exist, to return home, and to live free from occupation. ANALYSIS: By Shadee ElMasry In our world today, one would be hard-pressed to find a reputable, well-known scholar or group of scholars who support Israel. Of course, the keywords here are […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Statement from the Foreign Secretary on the situation in Gaza
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments News story Statement from the Foreign Secretary on the situation in Gaza The Foreign Secretary has issued a statement following today’s announcement of a temporary humanitarian pause by the IDF in Gaza. Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, said: The humanitarian suffering in Gaza has reached new depths. The […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Iranian Canadians watch the Israel-U.S. war in Iran from afar
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Fateme Ejaredar, PhD candidate in Sociology, University of Calgary, University of Calgary Iranian Canadians have been following the news in Iran carefully. Sadaf Vakilzadeh/Unsplash, CC BY The recent war waged by Israel and the United States on Iran killed at least 935 people and wounded another 5,332. There’s […]

MIL-Evening Report: Gaza condemns Israeli ‘piracy’ over storming of Handala aid ship
Asia Pacific Report The Gaza Government Media Office has condemned “in the strongest terms” Israel’s storming of the Handala aid ship, calling it an act of “maritime piracy”, reports Al Jazeera. “This blatant aggression represents a flagrant violation of international law and maritime navigation rules,” the office said in a statement. “It reaffirms once again […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Aid airlifts resume in northern Gaza – sources
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Gaza/Jerusalem, July 27 (Xinhua) — Humanitarian aid was dropped again over various areas in the northern Gaza […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Israel to temporarily halt fighting in Gaza – media
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided on Saturday evening to suspend hostilities […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Breaking: Israeli military says fighting in parts of Gaza will be suspended from Sunday
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — The Israeli military said it would limit fighting in three areas of […]

July 28, 2025
Human Rights – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-Evening Report: Debunking the theological gaslighting of Israel-supporting Imams
Muslims, and the global community, must rally around the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights: to exist, to return home, and to live free from occupation. ANALYSIS: By Shadee ElMasry In our world today, one would be hard-pressed to find a reputable, well-known scholar or group of scholars who support Israel. Of course, the keywords here are […]

MIL-Evening Report: Gaza condemns Israeli ‘piracy’ over storming of Handala aid ship
Asia Pacific Report The Gaza Government Media Office has condemned “in the strongest terms” Israel’s storming of the Handala aid ship, calling it an act of “maritime piracy”, reports Al Jazeera. “This blatant aggression represents a flagrant violation of international law and maritime navigation rules,” the office said in a statement. “It reaffirms once again […]

July 28, 2025
University News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Women’s rugby is booming, but safety relies on borrowed assumptions from the men’s game
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kathryn Dane, Postdoctoral associate, University of Calgary Rugby union, commonly known as just rugby, is a fast-paced and physical team sport. More girls and women in Canada and around the world are playing it now than ever before. As of 2021, women’s rugby reached a record 2.7 […]

MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-Evening Report: How Marvel’s Fantastic Four discovered the human in the superhuman
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By J. Andrew Deman, Professor of English, University of Waterloo The Fantastic Four: First Steps is the second cinematic reboot of the Fantastic Four franchise, and there’s a lot riding on this film. While cinema-goers have responded enthusiastically to many of the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Education – Family Tradition: Son Joins Mum’s Path in Civil Engineering at Whitireia and WelTec
Source: Whitireia and WelTec Young Wellingtonian Sean Hoffman is forging his own path in civil engineering, inspired by the journey of his mother, Michelle-herself a graduate of the New Zealand Diploma of Engineering (Civil) at Whitireia and WelTec. Their story is a testament to the power of family influence, hands-on learning, and the exceptional support provided […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: AI agents are here. Here’s what to know about what they can do – and how they can go wrong
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Daswin de Silva, Professor of AI and Analytics, Director of AI Strategy, La Trobe University George Peters / Getty Images We are entering the third phase of generative AI. First came the chatbots, followed by the assistants. Now we are beginning to see agents: systems that aspire […]

MIL-Evening Report: The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Christopher Rudge, Law lecturer, University of Sydney A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients. The ruling means the federal government will need to recalculate more than A$4 billion in debts owed to the Department of Social Services, which administers […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: As post-election talks drag on, what will Hobart’s proposed stadium actually cost Tasmanians?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Madden, Emeritus Professor, Centre of Policy Studies, Victoria University In the wake of last week’s Tasmanian election that delivered another hung parliament, the new government will need to shore up crossbench support. One of the issues to be negotiated will be support for the new stadium […]

MIL-Evening Report: Want to save yourself from super scams and dodgy financial advice? Ask these questions
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Angelique Nadia Sweetman McInnes, Academic in Financial Planning, CQUniversity Australia Is there anything you can do to protect your superannuation from dodgy providers or questionable financial advice? And if someone rings you out of the blue and tempts you with a better return on your savings – […]

Vaccines prevented over 2.5 million COVID deaths worldwide: Study
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Vaccines have prevented more than 2.5 million deaths caused by SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19, according to a new study. Led by researchers from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Italy, the study found that one COVID-related death was avoided for every 5,400 vaccine […]

MIL-Evening Report: Debunking the theological gaslighting of Israel-supporting Imams
Muslims, and the global community, must rally around the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights: to exist, to return home, and to live free from occupation. ANALYSIS: By Shadee ElMasry In our world today, one would be hard-pressed to find a reputable, well-known scholar or group of scholars who support Israel. Of course, the keywords here are […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: There’s enough natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust to help power the green energy transition
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Omid Haeri Ardakani, Research scientist at Natural Resources Canada; Andjunct associate professor, University of Calgary Since their formation billions of years ago, the oldest parts of the Earth’s continental rocks have generated natural hydrogen in massive amounts. Some of this hydrogen may have accumulated within accessible traps and […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: How Marvel’s Fantastic Four discovered the human in the superhuman
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By J. Andrew Deman, Professor of English, University of Waterloo The Fantastic Four: First Steps is the second cinematic reboot of the Fantastic Four franchise, and there’s a lot riding on this film. While cinema-goers have responded enthusiastically to many of the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Women’s rugby is booming, but safety relies on borrowed assumptions from the men’s game
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Kathryn Dane, Postdoctoral associate, University of Calgary Rugby union, commonly known as just rugby, is a fast-paced and physical team sport. More girls and women in Canada and around the world are playing it now than ever before. As of 2021, women’s rugby reached a record 2.7 million […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Iranian Canadians watch the Israel-U.S. war in Iran from afar
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Fateme Ejaredar, PhD candidate in Sociology, University of Calgary, University of Calgary Iranian Canadians have been following the news in Iran carefully. Sadaf Vakilzadeh/Unsplash, CC BY The recent war waged by Israel and the United States on Iran killed at least 935 people and wounded another 5,332. There’s […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: How do politicians view democracy? It depends on whether they win or lose
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Valere Gaspard, Research Fellow, Leadership and Democracy Lab, Western University There is a heightened concern about the current state of democracy around the globe. These include worries about a decrease in freedom, the growing number of autocracies around the world and citizens’ dissatisfaction with democracy or government. A […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Long-COVID, viruses and ‘zombie’ cells: new research looks for links to chronic fatigue and brain fog
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Burtram C. Fielding, Dean Faculty of Sciences and Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Stellenbosch University Millions of people who recover from infections like COVID-19, influenza and glandular fever are affected by long-lasting symptoms. These include chronic fatigue, brain fog, exercise intolerance, dizziness, muscle or joint pain and […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Young Nigerians learn about democracy at school: how it’s shaping future voters
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Leila Demarest, Associate Professor, Institute of Political Science, Leiden University Democratic consolidation is a continuing struggle, in Africa as elsewhere. The turn to democracy gained momentum in Africa in the late 1980s and early 1990s but has petered out since. Can new generations turn the tide? The need […]

July 28, 2025
Analysis – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Analysis: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-Evening Report: Women’s rugby is booming, but safety relies on borrowed assumptions from the men’s game
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kathryn Dane, Postdoctoral associate, University of Calgary Rugby union, commonly known as just rugby, is a fast-paced and physical team sport. More girls and women in Canada and around the world are playing it now than ever before. As of 2021, women’s rugby reached a record 2.7 […]

MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rose Nakayi, Senior Lecturer of Law, Makerere University Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises […]

MIL-Evening Report: How Marvel’s Fantastic Four discovered the human in the superhuman
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By J. Andrew Deman, Professor of English, University of Waterloo The Fantastic Four: First Steps is the second cinematic reboot of the Fantastic Four franchise, and there’s a lot riding on this film. While cinema-goers have responded enthusiastically to many of the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, […]

MIL-Evening Report: Keith Rankin Analysis – Representation versus Reality; Reaching a Low Point
Analysis by Keith Rankin. Keith Rankin, trained as an economic historian, is a retired lecturer in Economics and Statistics. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand. Have you noticed how, in New Zealand news items and weather reports, Nelson and Marlborough are called the “top” of the South Island rather than the ‘north’ of that island. […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 4 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: ‘We pose no threat – our aim is to break the siege’: Tan Safi on joining the Handala Gaza flotilla
No New Zealanders were on board the Handala in the latest arrest and abductions of Freedom Flotilla crew on humanitarian siege-busting missions to Gaza. However, two Australians were and one talks to The New Arab just before the attack on Saturday. INTERVIEW: By Sebastian Shehadi The Handala, a 1968 Norwegian trawler repurposed by the Freedom […]

MIL-Evening Report: AI agents are here. Here’s what to know about what they can do – and how they can go wrong
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Daswin de Silva, Professor of AI and Analytics, Director of AI Strategy, La Trobe University George Peters / Getty Images We are entering the third phase of generative AI. First came the chatbots, followed by the assistants. Now we are beginning to see agents: systems that aspire […]

MIL-Evening Report: Critics claim gender clinics are seeing an excess of trans boys. But new data suggest otherwise
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ken Pang, Senior Principal Research Fellow and Group Leader, Transgender Health Research Group, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute Gender clinics provide multidisciplinary care that helps trans people to explore and affirm their gender identity. The number of adolescents referred to gender clinics has increased worldwide in recent years, […]

MIL-Evening Report: The ghost of Robodebt – Federal Court rules billions of dollars in welfare debts must be recalculated
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Christopher Rudge, Law lecturer, University of Sydney A recent landmark court decision could have significant ramifications for several million social security recipients. The ruling means the federal government will need to recalculate more than A$4 billion in debts owed to the Department of Social Services, which administers […]

MIL-Evening Report: Barnaby Joyce wants Australia to abandon net zero – but his 5 central claims don’t stack up
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ella Vines, Post-doctoral researcher, Green Lab, Monash University One-time Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce sought to dominate the first sitting week of the current federal parliament by proposing a divisive plan to reverse Australia’s net zero emissions target. The campaign, backed by fellow former Nationals leader Michael McCormack, […]

MIL-Evening Report: As post-election talks drag on, what will Hobart’s proposed stadium actually cost Tasmanians?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By John Madden, Emeritus Professor, Centre of Policy Studies, Victoria University In the wake of last week’s Tasmanian election that delivered another hung parliament, the new government will need to shore up crossbench support. One of the issues to be negotiated will be support for the new stadium […]

MIL-Evening Report: Want to save yourself from super scams and dodgy financial advice? Ask these questions
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Angelique Nadia Sweetman McInnes, Academic in Financial Planning, CQUniversity Australia Is there anything you can do to protect your superannuation from dodgy providers or questionable financial advice? And if someone rings you out of the blue and tempts you with a better return on your savings – […]

MIL-Evening Report: The celebrity halo effect: why abuse allegations against powerful men like Brad Pitt are so easily forgotten
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jamilla Rosdahl, Senior Lecturer, Australian College of Applied Psychology Last month, actor Brad Pitt stepped onto the Formula One circuit as the leading man of the high-octane film F1, backed by Apple Studios, Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Pitt’s own Plan B Entertainment. During the publicity campaign, cameras […]

MIL-Evening Report: Debunking the theological gaslighting of Israel-supporting Imams
Muslims, and the global community, must rally around the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights: to exist, to return home, and to live free from occupation. ANALYSIS: By Shadee ElMasry In our world today, one would be hard-pressed to find a reputable, well-known scholar or group of scholars who support Israel. Of course, the keywords here are […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: There’s enough natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust to help power the green energy transition
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Omid Haeri Ardakani, Research scientist at Natural Resources Canada; Andjunct associate professor, University of Calgary Since their formation billions of years ago, the oldest parts of the Earth’s continental rocks have generated natural hydrogen in massive amounts. Some of this hydrogen may have accumulated within accessible traps and […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: How Marvel’s Fantastic Four discovered the human in the superhuman
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By J. Andrew Deman, Professor of English, University of Waterloo The Fantastic Four: First Steps is the second cinematic reboot of the Fantastic Four franchise, and there’s a lot riding on this film. While cinema-goers have responded enthusiastically to many of the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Women’s rugby is booming, but safety relies on borrowed assumptions from the men’s game
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Kathryn Dane, Postdoctoral associate, University of Calgary Rugby union, commonly known as just rugby, is a fast-paced and physical team sport. More girls and women in Canada and around the world are playing it now than ever before. As of 2021, women’s rugby reached a record 2.7 million […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: How do politicians view democracy? It depends on whether they win or lose
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Valere Gaspard, Research Fellow, Leadership and Democracy Lab, Western University There is a heightened concern about the current state of democracy around the globe. These include worries about a decrease in freedom, the growing number of autocracies around the world and citizens’ dissatisfaction with democracy or government. A […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Iranian Canadians watch the Israel-U.S. war in Iran from afar
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Fateme Ejaredar, PhD candidate in Sociology, University of Calgary, University of Calgary Iranian Canadians have been following the news in Iran carefully. Sadaf Vakilzadeh/Unsplash, CC BY The recent war waged by Israel and the United States on Iran killed at least 935 people and wounded another 5,332. There’s […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Young Nigerians learn about democracy at school: how it’s shaping future voters
Source: The Conversation – Africa (2) – By Leila Demarest, Associate Professor, Institute of Political Science, Leiden University Democratic consolidation is a continuing struggle, in Africa as elsewhere. The turn to democracy gained momentum in Africa in the late 1980s and early 1990s but has petered out since. Can new generations turn the tide? The […]

July 28, 2025
Technology – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – Health Accelerator launches to fast-track innovation in primary care across NZ
Source: Health Accelerator A bold new initiative is set to help transform the future of primary care in New Zealand. Today marks the official launch of Health Accelerator, an innovation hub dedicated to developing and deploying digital solutions that empower primary care and improve patient care. Health Accelerator is a collaborative joint venture between four of […]

MIL-Evening Report: AI agents are here. Here’s what to know about what they can do – and how they can go wrong
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Daswin de Silva, Professor of AI and Analytics, Director of AI Strategy, La Trobe University George Peters / Getty Images We are entering the third phase of generative AI. First came the chatbots, followed by the assistants. Now we are beginning to see agents: systems that aspire […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Mandai North Crematorium And Garden Of Serenity Will Commence Operations On 15 August 2025
Source: Government of Singapore Singapore, 28 July 2025 – The new Mandai North Crematorium (MNC) and Garden of Serenity (GOS), operated by the National Environment Agency (NEA), will begin operations on 15 August 2025. MNC will start with four cremation services daily. Cremation services will be ramped up progressively over the coming months. 2 The […]

MIL-OSI Russia: China Launches New Low-Earth Orbit Satellites to Provide Internet Access
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News TAIYUAN, July 27 (Xinhua) — China on Sunday successfully launched a new group of low-orbit satellites to […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Call for objective information was made at the SCO Media and Think Tank Summit
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News ZHENGZHOU, July 27 (Xinhua) — Participants at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit […]

MIL-OSI China: Xizang Internet Photography & Video Festival wraps up with awards ceremony in Lhasa
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The 5th China Xizang Internet Photography & Video Festival awards ceremony was held on Friday in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. The festival, which was launched in September 2024, was guided by the Bureau of Cyber Communications of the CAC and the Publicity Department of […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: 3D printed food: yuck or yes? Researchers ask South African consumers
Source: The Conversation – Africa (2) – By Oluwafemi Adebo, Professor of Food Technology and Director of the Centre for Innovative Food Research (CIFR), University of Johannesburg Would you eat food that was printed by a machine? 3D printed food is built up by equipment (a 3D food printer), layer after layer, using edible pastes, […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Long-COVID, viruses and ‘zombie’ cells: new research looks for links to chronic fatigue and brain fog
Source: The Conversation – Africa (2) – By Burtram C. Fielding, Dean Faculty of Sciences and Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Stellenbosch University Millions of people who recover from infections like COVID-19, influenza and glandular fever are affected by long-lasting symptoms. These include chronic fatigue, brain fog, exercise intolerance, dizziness, muscle or joint pain […]

MIL-OSI USA: United States Disrupts North Korea Revenue Generation, Offering Rewards of Up to $15 Million
Source: United States Department of State (2) Office of the Spokesperson United States Disrupts North Korea Revenue Generation, Offering Rewards of Up to $15 Million Media Note July 24, 2025 Today, the Departments of State, Justice, and the Treasury are executing coordinated, decisive actions to keep Americans safe from North Korea’s malicious and illicit revenue […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: CE attends district forum
Source: Hong Kong Information Services Chief Executive John Lee today led 21 principal officials in attending the 2025 Policy Address District Forum to gather views and suggestions form members of the community ahead of the current-term Government’s fourth Policy Address. Held at Ma Tau Chung Government Primary School (Hung Hom Bay), the forum was […]

Indian Railways boosts connectivity and safety in Jammu & Kashmir with track and coach upgrades
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing a major transformation in its railway infrastructure with the Indian Railways undertaking extensive upgrades in track maintenance and passenger coach facilities. The inauguration of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, marked a turning point […]

MIL-OSI China: Chinese government proposes creation of global AI cooperation organization
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News The Chinese government has proposed the creation of a global artificial intelligence (AI) cooperation organization, and is tentatively considering establishing its headquarters in Shanghai, Xinhua has learned from sources involved in the matter. This is an important move China has made to practice multilateralism and promote […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Electronics Earns Marker of Global Trust With EU RED Certification
Source: Samsung ▲ Taeyong Son, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics and Frank L. Blaimberger, Vice President of TÜV SÜD, were present at the EU RED certification ceremony. Samsung Electronics today announced that its latest TVs, monitors and commercial display products have been technically evaluated for compliance with the European […]

MIL-OSI Security: Roswell, Georgia, Man Sentenced for Threatening Former FBI Director Christopher Wray
Source: US FBI ATLANTA – John Woodbury, 35, of Roswell, GA, has been sentenced to seventeen months in prison after pleading guilty to transmitting threats to injure then-FBI Director Christopher Wray. “My office has zero tolerance for threats against law enforcement officers,” said U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg. “Threatening to harm public servants who […]

July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI USA: Case Provision To Strengthen Coast Guard Presence In The Indo-Pacific Secures Overwhelming Bi-Partisan Support In The House

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1)

(Washington, DC) — U.S. Representative Ed Case Ed Case (Hawai‘i-First District) announced today that last week the full U.S. House of Representatives in an overwhelming show of bipartisan support passed the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 4275) which includes a provision to increase focus on Coast Guard operations in the Indo-Pacific that he introduced with Congressman Trent Kelly (Mississippi-First District).

Case explained, “With bipartisan support of the full House, the Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Committee, Congressman Kelly and Congressman John Garamendi, the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act includes my push to mandate an annual plan for Coast Guard operations in the Indo-Pacific, including the annual budget needed to support these operations.”

Case continued: “Our plan will significantly enhance the Coast Guard’s effectiveness, readiness and strategic alignment in the Indo-Pacific by integrating Coast Guard activities with broader U.S. defense and foreign policy goals in the region.”

Case added that the provision “will allow for better forecasting of operational, personnel, asset and funding needs. It will ensure that the U.S. engagement in the region is sustained across the federal government and help to identify any operational gaps we have in the Indo-Pacific to better safeguard American and allied national security interests, respond to articulated needs of our Pacific Island partners and counter the People’s Republic of China’s increasingly malign influence in the region.”

Case said the provision comes from H.R. 3397, the Pacific Ready Coast Guard Act, a measure introduced by himself and Congressman Kelly. The provision was taken from that measure and inserted into H.R. 4275 by Congressman John Garamendi (California-Eight District), a cosponsor of the measure and a member of the T&I Committee.

Hawai‘i is the home of the Coast’s Guard’s operations throughout the Indo-Pacific. Its Oceania District is responsible for directing Coast Guard operations throughout Hawai‘i, Guam, the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Oceania, Singapore and Japan. The Coast Guard works closely with the Department of Defense and America’s allies and partners to advance maritime governance as part of the rules-based international order essential to a free, open and secure Indo-Pacific.

H.R. 4275 authorizes $66.5 billion for Coast Guard operations and maintenance for five years, along with $185 billion in total funding for Coast Guard procurement and construction for the next five years. It also provides policy guidance for the Coast Guard.

The Coast Guard Reauthorization Act would also update Coast Guard sexual assault and harassment policies and modify requirements for commercial vessels. The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee previously approved the bill by a 60 to 0 vote on July 15 and sent the measure to the full House, which was approved on July 23 by a vote of 399 to 12.

The text of the measure is here.

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July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI China: China activates emergency response for flood control in Beijing

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, July 27 — China’s Ministry of Water Resources on Sunday activated a Level-IV emergency response for flood control in Beijing.

Since Thursday, the Chaobai River has experienced heavy to torrential rainfall. The Miyun Reservoir, located in the northeast suburbs of Beijing, on Sunday recorded its largest inflow flood since the reservoir was built over six decades ago, according to the ministry.

Over the next three days, the Chaobai River will continue to experience moderate to heavy rain, and some small and medium-sized rivers within the affected zones may experience floods above the warning level, it said.

The ministry urged local authorities to strengthen the monitoring and forecasting of rainfall and water levels and to promptly issue early warning information.

Measures must be taken to ensure the safety of ongoing projects and reservoirs, enhance dike inspections and defenses, and ensure that risks are detected and mitigated early, it said.

The ministry also urged efforts to prevent floods in small and medium-sized rivers and to relocate individuals from dangerous areas in advance, to safeguard the lives and property of the people.

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July 28, 2025
MIL-OSI China: China to continue playing constructive role in promoting ceasefire between Cambodia, Thailand: spokesperson

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Sunday said China will maintain its fair and impartial position and continue close communication with Cambodia and Thailand, actively facilitate talks for peace and play a constructive role for a ceasefire.

According to media reports, following international efforts to facilitate talks, Cambodia and Thailand have expressed willingness to cease hostilities, though clashes are still continuing along the border between the two countries.

When asked for China’s stance on the situation, the spokesperson said Cambodia and Thailand are and will always be each other’s neighbors, and both countries are China’s friends and neighbors.

Maintaining good-neighborliness and mutual trust and properly managing differences serve the two countries’ fundamental and long-term interests, and the region’s peace and stability, said the spokesperson.

The spokesperson noted that China is deeply saddened by the casualties inflicted on both sides and expresses heartfelt sympathies.

China hopes both sides will bear in mind the interests of the two peoples, cherish peace and good-neighborliness, exercise calm and restraint, come to a ceasefire as soon as possible, and settle differences peacefully through dialogue and consultation to restore peace and stability along the border soon, said the spokesperson.

Noting that both Cambodia and Thailand are important members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the spokesperson said ASEAN has been working intensively for days to bring about a ceasefire between the two sides. China commends the effort and welcomes all efforts conducive to deescalation, the spokesperson added.

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July 28, 2025