Articles in ‘Current Affairs’

Over the first half of the 20th century the world saw growing rates of heart disease mortality. From the 1920s to the 1960s more and more people were dying from heart attacks. It was described as an epidemic of heart disease. But in the mid-1960s heart disease mortality suddenly plateaued. In the United States, for example, around 35% of overall deaths could be attributed to cardiac causes in 1966. From that point on heart attack mortality…

I have long been a critic of the blanket reduction of speed limits across the wider Franklin area by Auckland Transport (AT). Under their Safe Speeds programme, AT carried out speed limit reductions on over 200 roads in Franklin, 33 of which they identified as having a high risk of death or serious injuries occurring. These roads were reduced from 100 kph outside of town centres and settlements to 80 kph and in some places (past schools, for…

Will There Be Practical Changes to the National Policy Statement on Fresh Water? Summary · In this conversation, Mykeljon Winckel speaks with Bryce McKenzie from Groundswell about the changes in government and their impact on farmers. They discuss the shift from a government that didn’t listen to farmers to one that is more receptive. They highlight the changes in regulations, particularly the national policy statement on fresh water, and…

The conversation between Mykeljon Winckel and Sue Grey explores the theme of reputation over humanity and the lack of accountability in corporate and government decision-making. They discuss examples such as the British Post Office case and the compulsory fluoridation of drinking water in New Zealand. They highlight the importance of questioning and challenging the system, as well as the need for community engagement and unity. The conversation…

An article in the UK Daily Telegraph entitled “The ‘black sheep’ brain chip start-up backed by Bezos and Gates” and a fascinating Tucker Carlson interview with a German Scientist Dr. Michael Nehls entitled “The Indoctrinated Brain” raise all sorts of deep and intriguing questions about consciousness, biotechnology, and mind control. Mind control and consciousness-bending technology are current buzz topics in the popular press being followed…

Billed as one of the most consequential lawsuits of the last century, Murthy v. Missouri (formerly Missouri v Biden) is a legal battle that stands at the intersection of free speech protections and social media companies. The plaintiffs, which include psychiatrist Aaron Kheriaty, and epidemiologists Martin Kulldorff and Jay Bhattacharya, cosignatories of the Great Barrington Declaration, allege the US government coerced social media companies…

The first private supersonic aircraft since Concorde retired two decades ago has taken to the skies. On March 22, Boom’s XB-1 supersonic demonstrator completed its maiden flight at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. When the last Concorde touched down on November 6, 2003, it didn’t just seem like the end of an era, but a major technological step backwards. It was a rare example of the world losing an entire capability with the…

The New Zealand Film Commission is putting $800,000 of taxpayer’s money towards a documentary about former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern. In a statement the Film Commission said the documentary explores the rise of violent extremism and online hate in New Zealand, while covering Dame Jacinda’s leadership. The documentary explores the rise of violent extremism and online hate in New Zealand, following Jacinda Ardern’s leadership trajectory…

Split Apple Rock - Ancient Solar Observatory thousands of years ago there were ancient inhabitants (Turehu - Patupaiarehe etc...) in New Zealand who wrought great works across the country. Now for political expediency are no longer allowed to be remembered. Here are some of their ancient working solar observatories, set up to identify the exact days of Solstices and Equinoxes all around New Zealand, Split apple rock, Kaiteriteri, Taupo pa…

Summary Winston Peters discusses the current state of New Zealand’s government and highlights the failures and broken promises of the past Labour Party. He addresses issues such as the housing crisis, child poverty, and the mental health system. He also criticizes the media for its lack of impartiality and the erosion of trust. Overall, the conversation focuses on the need for change and accountability in the government and media. This…