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Israel's security cabinet has approved more than US$400 million to establish dozens of new settlements in the occupied West Bank. The move has drawn strong criticism from Palestinian groups and international observers, who argue it further undermines prospects for a negotiated two-state solution. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Major settlement expansion approved · Israel has approved a funding package worth approximately 1.3…

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has come under fire after suggesting an increase in reported rape cases was partly due to changes in the legal definition of the offence. Critics argue the remarks risk shifting attention away from concerns over sexual violence and community safety. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Mayor's comments draw scrutiny · New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has faced criticism after commenting on recently…

The number of children arrested for sexual offences in the United Kingdom has reached its highest level on record, according to a government-backed report. Researchers say the figures point to a growing safeguarding challenge, with online behaviour, social media and exposure to explicit material all coming under renewed scrutiny. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Record numbers · The number of children arrested for sexual offences…

Most New Zealanders support expanding retirement savings, but enthusiasm weakens considerably when it comes with a higher Superannuation age. A new RNZ-Reid Research poll suggests voters distinguish clearly between compulsory saving and delaying retirement. Report by eLocal · The latest RNZ-Reid Research poll indicates New Zealanders remain open to compulsory KiwiSaver, but that support largely disappears when it is paired with raising the…

The Free Speech Union says newly released Official Information Act documents raise serious questions about the Government's direction on digital identity and online age verification. The organisation argues New Zealanders deserve an open parliamentary debate before any system requiring adults to verify their identity online is introduced. Community Voice: Media Release from the Free Speech Union. · Documents released to the Free Speech Union…

Britain's official Covid-19 Inquiry has concluded that billions of pounds of taxpayer money were wasted during the pandemic after years of inadequate planning left the country unprepared for a global health emergency. The report paints a damning picture of emergency procurement, expired stockpiles and costly purchasing decisions made under pressure. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE · Inquiry delivers damning findings · Britain's…

Artificial intelligence, digital identity, biometric recognition and automated surveillance are transforming societies around the world. As governments adopt increasingly sophisticated technologies in the name of public safety and efficiency, a larger constitutional question is emerging: are the laws designed to protect individual liberty evolving just as quickly? eLocal Investigates: This report examines the growing debate surrounding…

Professor Angus Dalgleish, a British oncologist and cancer immunologist, says observations from his clinical practice and several published studies have raised concerns about how repeated Covid booster vaccinations may affect some cancer patients. The discussion, featured on The Jimmy Dore Show, examines published research alongside broader criticism of the pandemic response. INR Report: Based on reporting by The Jimmy Dore Show HERE. ·…

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's speech to more than 10,000 members of New Zealand's Indian community has drawn praise from supporters and criticism from opponents who see it as election-year vote harvesting. Political commentator Duncan Garner argues both National and New Zealand First are appealing to different audiences as immigration becomes a defining campaign issue. eLocal Report: Based on reporting by Duncan Garner for The People's…

Iran reportedly launches strikes on US military facilities in Jordan. That's as Tehran insists that the Era of Understanding with Washington is over. Trump says Gulf nations are about to pay for their security with trade deals. He's now backtracking on his recent demand for 20 percent fees on cargo through the Strait of Hormuz. · The Houthis strike a Saudi Arabian airfield - in response to a recent assault by the Riyadh-backed Yemeni…