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For generations of New Zealand travellers, the brightly wrapped boiled lolly handed out as an aircraft begins its descent has become almost as familiar as the koru itself. Behind that small Kiwi ritual is an equally New Zealand story — a family business that survived economic upheaval, embraced automation and eventually fulfilled a promise made thousands of metres above the Tasman. eLocal Report: Based on reporting by Serena Solomon for RNZ. ·…

Breaking news on RT: Thirteen civilians, including at least one child, are killed in a Ukrainian drone attack in Russia’s Tatarstan, with dozens more wounded. · New Delhi rejects US criticism of India’s amended Foreign Contribution Act, noting similar laws exist in Western countries. · Meanwhile, amid energy disruptions and reported Patriot missile shortages linked to the Iran war, Washington highlights the economic damage being inflicted on…

New Zealand may technically be creating jobs, but it isn't creating enough of them — and younger New Zealanders are bearing much of the cost. Behind the 5.6% unemployment rate lies a deeper problem of weak growth per person, falling purchasing power and an economy that continues to struggle to offer many New Zealanders the wages and opportunities available across the Tasman. eLocal Report: Based on analysis by Kiwibank economists Jarrod Kerr,…

Why would discussion of a substance used for decades in water treatment become so controversial that one of the world's largest video platforms specifically restricts its promotion as a medical treatment? In an interview with Redacted's Natalie Morris, critical-care physician Dr Pierre Kory argues that the story of chlorine dioxide raises much bigger questions about medical research, pharmaceutical economics, censorship and who ultimately…

The Government has committed to replacing New Zealand's decades-old law governing enduring powers of attorney and supported decision-making. The reforms aim to better protect the rights, wishes and autonomy of people who are unable to make some or all decisions for themselves. Report by eLocal: Based on reporting by Marc Daalder for Newsroom HERE · The Government has announced plans to repeal and replace the Protection of Personal and Property…

Iran says it abandoned plans for a retaliatory strike against Ukraine after Russia intervened diplomatically, underscoring Moscow's growing role as a mediator between its strategic partners. The comments come amid continuing regional tensions and renewed efforts to prevent the conflict from widening. Iran Says Planned Strike on Ukraine Was Called Off After Russian Mediation · Tehran says a planned military response against Ukraine was halted…

Russia has introduced a landmark cryptocurrency law that brings digital asset trading into the country's regulated financial system. While Russians will soon be able to buy and sell approved cryptocurrencies through licensed exchanges, digital currencies will remain prohibited as a means of payment inside the country. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed the Law on Digital Currencies and…

John Mearsheimer argues that the United States has reached a strategic dead end in its conflict with Iran. In a wide-ranging analysis, he contends that Washington has failed to achieve its military and political objectives and now faces growing pressure to seek a negotiated settlement rather than continue the conflict INR Report: Based on analysis by Professor John Mearsheimer. Full presentation available HERE. · Professor John Mearsheimer has…

Kiev’s corruption troubles deepen as the former Ukrainian Ambassador to the US faces illicit enrichment allegations just two days after being dismissed. · RT reports from the scene of a Ukrainian drone strike on a beach in southern Russia that killed seven civilians, including four children, and injured 58 others. · Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly apologized to India after Facebook removed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech. ·…

An upper stage from a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is believed to have impacted the Moon after drifting through space for over a year. Researchers say the event offers a rare opportunity to study impact craters while highlighting the growing challenge of managing human-made debris beyond Earth orbit. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Scientists tracking space debris believe a discarded four-ton Falcon 9 upper stage crashed into the Moon…