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Two civilians are killed and dozens more wounded as Ukraine strikes several Russian regions - that's as Moscow says Kiev has created an 'industry of killing civilians' in Donbass with Western support. · Trump threatens to launch more attacks in his crusade to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons - something Tehran has repeatedly said it has no intention of doing. · Meanwhile, Washington is reportedly getting ready to sign a nuclear…

The resignation of former Labour minister Stuart Nash as New Zealand First's Napier candidate has prompted a rare display of cross-party unity, with women MPs from across Parliament condemning remarks made about National MP Katie Nimon's parental leave. The controversy has also resulted in a new candidate entering the Napier race ahead of the general election. Report by eLocal · Former Labour Cabinet minister Stuart Nash has been replaced as…

Hunter Biden has sparked fresh political controversy after alleging that Washington is controlled by what he described as a "closeted gay mafia," making a series of unverified claims during a podcast interview released this week. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE · Hunter Biden, the son of former US President Joe Biden, has generated renewed controversy following remarks made during a recently released podcast in which he alleged that…

Based on reporting by RT. This report summarises the published article and provides additional context on the International Monetary Fund's latest financial assistance package to Ukraine and its broader implications. Report by INR · The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved another US$690 million loan payment to Ukraine despite acknowledging that Kyiv has not met several agreed structural reform targets, including anti-corruption…

Based on reporting by RT. This report summarises the published article and provides additional context on what the latest US-Canada trade measures could mean internationally, including potential implications for New Zealand. Report by INR · US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new 50% tariffs on a broad range of Canadian imports, escalating an already tense trade dispute between Washington and Ottawa. · The White House said the…

The commander in chief of the Ukrainian army Alexander Syrsky gets the boot. Vladimir Zelensky replaces him with a major general infamously known for ordering his troops to plough through a civilian barricade in Mariupol back in 2014. · The US secretary of War gets an earful from protesters as he pleads to Congress for tens of billions more to fund the war on Iran. While he tried to defend the reasons his department needs a 1.5 trillion dollar…

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters has released a discussion examining New Zealand's changing demographics, immigration policies and national identity. The programme presents the hosts' opinions and interpretations of publicly available demographic data, recent political developments and the proposed New Zealand–India Free Trade Agreement. This report summarises the discussion and does not endorse its conclusions. Report by elocal · The latest…

Dead and dying South Island pied oystercatchers found on the Motueka Sandspit have prompted Freedom leader Sue Grey to call for urgent 1080 testing and the suspension of an imminent aerial 1080 operation in Golden Bay. With bird flu ruled out, she is urging DOC to investigate any link to the recent Kahurangi National Park 1080 drop and publicly release all test results. Dead and dying oystercatchers found on Motueka Sandspit: Sue Grey calls…

New Zealand's fuel supply remains steady despite growing concerns over tightening diesel supplies in Europe and declining fuel inventories in the United States. Marsden Point continues to handle the bulk of fuel imports, Wellington has received fresh supply from Napier, and the overall flow of tankers remains healthy. With 11 international fuel cargoes and 24 fuel port movements recorded so far in July, New Zealand's fuel distribution network…

Senior National MPs are openly acknowledging concern over National's continued weak polling, with Chris Bishop saying it is "highly unlikely" he would retain his Hutt South electorate if the latest RNZ Reid Research poll reflected election day. Despite the slump, ministers insist the Government remains focused on improving its message ahead of the November election. Report by eLocal · National Party ministers are publicly acknowledging the…