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Indonesian Filmmaker Decries Military Crackdown on Documentary as Threat to Democracy

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An Indonesian documentary film investigating the social and environmental consequences of land seizures in West Papua has become the center of a mounting confrontation between filmmakers and state authorities. The film, titled Pesta Babi, explores the impact of large-scale agri-business ventures and the involvement of the Indonesian military in the region. Director Dandhy Laksono reports … Read more

Inside the NZ Firm Moving Millions for High-Risk Clients

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The “Worldclear” Effect: Why New Zealand’s Light-Touch Regulation is Under Global Scrutiny The recent revelations surrounding Worldclear Limited—a Hamilton-based clearing house that moved millions for high-risk international clients—have sent shockwaves through the global financial community. While the firm operated within the letter of the law, its ability to facilitate transactions for individuals ranging from Belarusian … Read more

Why Home Loan Rates Remain Historically Low

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The Mortgage Squeeze: Navigating the Rising Interest Rate Environment For many homeowners, the current economic climate feels like a waiting game. While the Official Cash Rate (OCR) may remain steady in the immediate term, the underlying pressure on mortgage rates is anything but static. As wholesale swap rates climb, the gap between what banks pay … Read more

Northland Man Loses Firearms Licence After Neighbour Dispute

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The Shifting Standard of “Fit and Proper”: Why Behavioral Stability is the New Frontier in Firearms Licensing For decades, firearms licensing was often viewed through a narrow lens: a clean criminal record and a basic understanding of safety protocols were frequently the primary benchmarks. However, recent high-profile legal battles—such as the recent case involving a … Read more

The Australian Ghost Town Where No One Lives

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The Invisible Population: Why Regional Australia’s Growth Outpaces the Census In the quiet corners of rural Australia, a demographic mismatch is brewing. While official government data paints a picture of shrinking or stagnant regional hubs, those on the ground tell a vastly different story. Nowhere is this more apparent than in Robinvale, a town in … Read more

Winston Peters condemns Israeli minister over flotilla video as Kiwis arrested

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The New Era of Performative Diplomacy: Social Media as a Weapon The traditional image of diplomacy—quiet rooms, carefully worded cables, and formal summits—is being replaced by a more volatile phenomenon: performative nationalism. When high-ranking officials use social media to taunt detainees or broadcast “victories” in real-time, they aren’t just communicating with their base; they are … Read more

Iran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal

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An Iranian woman walks past a World Cup billboard in Tehran, May 2026. The football team’s journey to the tournament reflects Iran’s dual struggle: national pride amid global sanctions and war. Photo: AFP Iran-U.S. Peace Talks 2026: The High Stakes of a Fragile Ceasefire and What’s Next for the Middle East Why Iran’s Latest Peace … Read more

Bigger isn’t always better’: Labour’s Chris Hipkins on coalition’s plan to merge government departments

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis will today outline plans to reshape New Zealand’s public service, proposing a significant reduction in government agencies, greater use of digital tools and AI, and a target to cut the workforce to 1% of the total population by 2029. The proposals, to be announced in her Auckland pre-Budget speech, mark a … Read more

Huge relief or ‘pretending there’s a problem’? National’s sexual offenders sentencing policy

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The End of the ‘Excellent Bloke’ Defense? The Evolution of Sentencing in Sexual Offending Cases For decades, a common fixture in criminal courts has been the “character reference.” From former employers to sports coaches, these testimonials often paint a picture of a defendant as a pillar of the community—a “good person” who simply made a … Read more

NZ First plan to buy BNZ back ‘headline-grabbing’ rather than serious policy – economist

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New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has announced a series of sweeping financial policies aimed at restructuring the nation’s banking sector and retirement savings. The proposals include the creation of a state-owned bank and mandatory KiwiSaver enrollment for all newborn citizens. Speaking at a campaign event at the Trusts Arena in West Auckland, Peters detailed … Read more

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