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Confirmed: Stuff’s new 6pm bulletin to run on Three from July 6: The print news giant has beaten out NZME to create a 6pm bulletin to replace Newshub at Three ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/16-04-2024/breaking-stuff-wins-race-to-replace-newshub-with-a-new-three-6pm-bulletin
Activists Prepare to Set Sail on a New Gaza Freedom Flotilla: A coalition of human rights advocates has arrived in Istanbul, Turkey, as they prepare to set sail ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/19/headlines/activists_prepare_to_set_sail_on_a_new_gaza_freedom_flotilla
Couple to leave New Zealand after paying thousands to advisor who forgot to apply for visa
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514267/couple-to-leave-new-zealand-after-paying-thousands-to-advisor-who-forgot-to-apply-for-visa
Transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney to speak at St. Louis University: Previous speakers hosted by the committee include actress and activist Jameela Jamil ...
stltoday.com/news/local/education/transgender-influencer-dylan-mulvaney-to-speak-at-st-louis-university/article_124fedda-fc02-11ee-89a4-87bab9442f3a.html
Renowned activist Asunta Wagura welcomes twins at the age of 60: Kenya’s renowned anti-HIV/Aids crusader Asunta Wagura has welcomed twin girls at the age of 60.
standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001493727/renowned-activist-asunta-wagura-welcomes-twins-at-the-age-of-60
Greta Thunberg: Activist arrested at Hague climate protest: The activist was placed on a bus with fellow detainees and driven away from a protest at The Hague.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68749936
Quick Glance: Greta Thunberg protests against fossil fuels in the Netherlands
- The demonstration was specifically targeted against the subsidies for fossil fuels in the Netherlands.
- Climate activist Greta Thunberg was detained twice by police at a demonstration in the Netherlands, after she and a group of marchers blocked a main road to protest against these subsidies.
- Hundreds of protesters marched from The Hague’s city center to the nearby A12 arterial highway that connects the Dutch government's seat with other cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht.
- Organized by the Extinction Rebellion (XR) environmental group, the demonstration was part of efforts to pressure the Dutch government ahead of another planned debate on subsidies for fossil fuels in June.
Anti-slavery campaigner returns OBE over government's Rwanda scheme: Dr Aidan McQuade wrote to the prime minister, Rishi Sunak, and returned the honour by post.
bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-68848832
Man's leg 'snapped in half' 30 minutes into flight after plane hit by turbulence: Niko, 47, who lives in Bali, was left with a broken leg at the start of his ...
mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/mans-leg-snapped-half-30-32631260
South Korean Youth Activists Take Government to Court over Climate Crisis: In South Korea, a court heard from youth climate activists and their families ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/23/headlines/south_korean_youth_activists_take_government_to_court_over_climate_crisis
Passenger left with broken leg for over six hours after turbulence: A 47-year-old Air New Zealand passenger was visiting the bathroom 30 minutes into a ...
businessinsider.com/passenger-left-with-broken-leg-over-six-hours-after-turbulence-2024-4
The de-railing of New Zealand: KiwiRail's future could be veering more towards mothballs than mega-ferries, but the government's not sending out any hints
rnz.co.nz/programmes/the-detail/story/2018935314/the-de-railing-of-new-zealand
Is Olivia Rodrigo about to announce a New Zealand show? An investigation: We assess all the evidence.
thespinoff.co.nz/pop-culture/23-04-2024/is-olivia-rodrigo-about-to-announce-a-new-zealand-show-an-investigation
Liam Dann: are we witnessing the death of paper money?: Veteran financial journalist Liam Dann returns to the show to shine a light on left-field economic news ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/saturday/audio/2018935102/liam-dann-are-we-witnessing-the-death-of-paper-money
Palestine Allies Stage Global 'Economic Blockade' of Gaza Genocide: Organizer A15Action said the worldwide demonstrations targeted "the global economy for ...
commondreams.org/news/gaza-protests-worldwide
Portuguese Climate Activists on Trial Represent the True Spirit of April 25: On the eve of the anniversary of the 1974 revolution, 11 climate activists will be ...
commondreams.org/opinion/portuguese-climate-activists-trial
Four key questions ahead of two massive days for news media in New Zealand: Duncan Greive outlines what’s at stake – plus an idea about a post-Newshub news ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/09-04-2024/four-key-questions-ahead-of-two-massive-days-for-news-media-in-new-zealand
Experts say election brings new stakes to Earth Day: This fall’s election has major implications for America’s role in the fight against climate change ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4606456-election-earth-day-climate-change-global-warming/
“Stop Killing Palestinian Children!”: Activists Disrupt Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin Hearing
democracynow.org/2024/4/18/headlines/stop_killing_palestinian_children_activists_disrupt_pentagon_chief_lloyd_austin_hearing
’30 Rock’ actor says his ‘heart goes out’ to students after visit canceled over ‘lifestyle’
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4606154-30-rock-actor-school-pennsylvania/
Morocco Sentences Activist to 5 Years for Criticizing Normalization Deal with Israel
democracynow.org/2024/4/12/headlines/morocco_sentences_activist_to_5_years_for_criticizing_normalization_deal_with_israel
FBI questioned AfD politician Krah about payments from sources close to the Kremlin
faz.net/aktuell/politik/inland/fbi-befragte-afd-politiker-krah-zu-zahlungen-aus-kremlnahen-quellen-19659425.html
Rod Oram, never bound by orthodoxy: Former NZ Herald editor Gavin Ellis' decision to hire Rod Oram brought the respected business journalist to NZ where he ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/05/rod-oram-never-bound-by-orthodoxy/
How a Black conservative activist arranged Donald Trump's stop at an Atlanta Chick-fil-A
apnews.com/article/trump-chick-fil-a-black-voters-d981e8edac067fa8912cc56c92d8b9ab
Former Port of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson on trial for workplace death of Pala’amo Kalati in unprecedented prosecution
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514882/former-port-of-auckland-ceo-tony-gibson-on-trial-for-workplace-death-of-pala-amo-kalati-in-unprecedented-prosecution
Climate activists face punishment after paint attack on Brandenburg Gate: There was great outrage after the paint attack on the capital's landmark and the ...
focus.de/panorama/welt/angemessener-protest-nach-farbattacke-auf-brandenburger-tor-steht-strafe-fuer-klima-aktivisten-fest_id_259882309.html
Leonardo DiCaprio urges fans to oppose mining near the Okefenokee : Actor and activist Leonardo DiCaprio came out against a controversial mining project near the ...
ajc.com/news/business/leonardo-dicaprio-urges-fans-to-help-save-okefenokee-from-proposed-mine/CDVW36FSLBF3VEZKBZJGG5GHWY/
Pressure mounts on NCAA to clarify stance on transgender athletes: Hundreds of transgender-rights advocates wrote on Tuesday to NCAA president Charlie Baker and ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/23/ncaa-transgender-rule-changes/
Coordinated Demonstrations Across the U.S. and the World Disrupt Travel, Weapons Industry
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/headlines/coordinated_demonstrations_across_the_us_and_the_world_disrupt_travel_weapons_industry
Faith Ringgold, whose art made quilts a potent canvas, dies at 93: Ringgold, the pioneering artist and author best known for narrative quilts that interwove art ...
cnn.com/2024/04/14/style/faith-ringgold-death-tar-beach-quilts/
As Arizona Reinstates 1864 Abortion Ban, Doctors & Organizers Fight Back to Preserve Access
democracynow.org/2024/4/11/arizona_1864_abortion_ban
Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy
- Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.
- The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.
- Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.
- The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.
German police shut down pro-Palestinian conference: Police in the German capital, Berlin, have stopped an event expressing solidarity with Palestinians amid the ...
dw.com/en/german-police-shut-down-pro-palestinian-conference/a-68810306
‘My soul mate’: Warwick Davis pays tribute to wife Samantha who has died aged 53: Harry Potter star described wife, who founded dwarfism charity Little People UK ...
theguardian.com/film/2024/apr/18/samantha-davis-campaigner-wife-warwick-davis-dies-aged-53
Quick Glance: 'Harry Potter' Actor Mourns Loss of Beloved Wife
- Actor Warwick Davis from 'Harry Potter' mourns the loss of his beloved wife, Samantha Davis, who passed away at the age of 53.
- Samantha, described by Warwick as his 'soulmate' and 'favorite human,' passed away on March 24, as announced by Lucasfilm in an emotional statement.
- Warwick emphasized his wife's caring spirit and community involvement as they co-founded the Little People U.K. charity together.
- Together, they leave behind two children, Annabelle and Harrison, who honor their mother as their best friend and a source of love and happiness.
Concern for economy as truck drivers shut out of Work to Residence Pathway: Industry leaders say the pathway helped local businesses to attract "skilled ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/513794/concern-for-economy-as-truck-drivers-shut-out-of-work-to-residence-pathway
Confetti instead of glue: Last Generation disrupts Andreas Gabalier's performance in Ischgl
spiegel.de/panorama/letzte-generation-aktivisten-stoeren-andreas-gabalier-auftritt-in-ischgl-mit-konfetti-a-0409766a-75ac-4fb1-8197-79739dacca88
NZ can't compete with Aus recruitment - Police Minister: New Zealand police are being offered a fast track to Australia's frontline as Queensland ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/nz-cant-compete-aus-recruitment-police-minister
Abortion rights advocates are on a ballot initiative winning streak. 2024 could change that
cnn.com/2024/04/06/politics/abortion-rights-ballot-initiatives-2024/
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
- Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.
- Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.
- Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.
- The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
Hamilton cars stolen at a rate of six a day: More than 2200 vehicles were stolen from the streets of Hamilton in the space of 12 months, police data has revealed ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515125/hamilton-cars-stolen-at-a-rate-of-six-a-day
Tennessee lawmakers pass bill to arm teachers, permitting them to carry guns in schools
axios.com/2024/04/23/tennessee-teachers-guns-school-legislation-passes
US Supreme Court rejects Black Lives Matter activist's appeal over protest incident
reuters.com/world/us/us-supreme-court-rejects-black-lives-matter-activists-appeal-over-protest-2024-04-15/
Quick Glance: US Supreme Court ruling against Black Lives Matter activist's appeal regarding protest incident
- The US Supreme Court allowed a lawsuit by a Louisiana police officer against a Black Lives Matter activist, potentially impacting future public demonstrations.
- DeRay Mckesson was represented by attorneys, including those from the American Civil Liberties Union.
- The decision of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals could set a precedent for lawsuits against protest leaders based on the actions of participants.
- The legal dispute arose from a protest in Baton Rouge in 2016 following the police intervention against Alton Sterling, a black man.
“No Business as Usual While Gaza Is Destroyed”: Activists Blockade Lockheed Martin Facility in NorCal
democracynow.org/2024/4/5/headlines/no_business_as_usual_while_gaza_is_destroyed_activists_blockade_lockheed_martin_facility_in_norcal
NZ missing out, lawyers say as visas for wealthy investors plummet: Hundreds of millionaires were given NZ residence each year before the scheme was overhauled ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/513785/nz-missing-out-lawyers-say-as-visas-for-wealthy-investors-plummet
Cornel West Taps Black Lives Matter Activist Melina Abdullah to Be Running Mate: Independent presidential candidate Cornel West has tapped Melina Abdullah to be ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/11/headlines/cornel_west_taps_black_lives_matter_activist_melina_abdullah_to_be_running_mate
Thai visa agents charged after providing fake documents for visitor visa applicants
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514309/thai-visa-agents-charged-after-providing-fake-documents-for-visitor-visa-applicants
Israeli Arab activist Yoseph Haddad attacked at pro-Palestinian protest in NYC: In the video that went online, Hadad is seen arguing with protesters and then ...
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-797910
Social activist Kiran Verma buys schoolbag for daughter of Uber driver, melts hearts online
indianexpress.com/article/trending/trending-in-india/social-activist-kiran-verma-buys-schoolbag-daughter-uber-driver-melts-hearts-online-9253415/
Dunedin unexplained death: Body of reclusive man Peter Robb undiscovered for months
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515007/dunedin-unexplained-death-body-of-reclusive-man-peter-robb-undiscovered-for-months
Senate passes bill renewing key FISA surveillance power moments after it expires: Senate votes to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence ...
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-renews-fisa-section-702-spying-privacy-rcna148394
Knife attack in Sydney: How an innocent man was declared the perpetrator on social media
spiegel.de/netzwelt/web/messerattacke-in-sydney-wie-ein-unschuldiger-in-sozialen-medien-zum-taeter-erklaert-wurde-a-2513993c-1acc-4794-89a7-baa59b2006e2
'Hello there, I'm Hazel Scott': Jazz's unsung artist-activist: Jazz Night shines a light on the artistry and activism of pianist and singer Hazel Scott ...
npr.org/2024/04/09/1241598862/-hazel-scott-jazz-unsung-artist-activist
Russian Court Sentences Pussy Riot Activist Pyotr Verzilov to 8 Years in Absentia
democracynow.org/2024/4/4/headlines/russian_court_sentences_pussy_riot_activist_pyotr_verzilov_to_8_years_in_absentia
Truck runs over teen activist taking part in rally for Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
indianexpress.com/article/cities/pune/truck-runs-over-teen-activist-taking-part-in-rally-for-chhatrapati-sambhaji-maharaj-9259003/
What happens when you ask 20 NZ media CEOs two big questions?: The collapse of Newshub and job losses at TVNZ are just the public face of an evolving polycrisis ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/08-04-2024/what-happens-when-you-ask-20-nz-media-ceos-two-very-pointed-questions
Police clear out migrant camp in Paris. Activists say it's a pre-Olympics sweep: French police have evicted migrants from a makeshift camp in Paris a few steps ...
abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/police-clear-migrant-camp-central-paris-activists-pre-109525155
Unauthorised people able to access personal details of visa applicants for months
rnz.co.nz/news/national/513937/unauthorised-people-able-to-access-personal-details-of-visa-applicants-for-months
Ethnic communities deliver mixed verdict on immigration reform: Ethnic communities have welcomed changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme but warn ...
rnz.co.nz/news/indonz/513741/ethnic-communities-deliver-mixed-verdict-on-immigration-reform
What happens when you ask 20 NZ media CEOs two big questions?: The collapse of Newshub and job losses at TVNZ are just the public face of an evolving polycrisis ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/08-04-2024/what-happens-when-you-ask-20-nz-media-ceos-two-very-pointed-questions
F.A.Z. Showdown: Escalation in the Middle East: How hard will Iran hit back?: Criticism of the Israeli army's actions in Gaza is growing. We discuss the ...
faz.net/podcasts/f-a-z-podcast-machtprobe/eskalation-in-nahost-wie-hart-wird-iran-zurueckschlagen-19649879.html
Let Them Eat … Everything: In the age of Ozempic, the “fat activist” Virginia Sole-Smith is inspiring and infuriating her followers.
nytimes.com/2024/04/21/well/eat/fat-activist-virginia-sole-smith.html
Many FBI agents are struggling to make ends meet. Housing costs are to blame: FBI agents in high-cost areas can face long commutes and trouble paying the bills ...
npr.org/2024/04/11/1243982287/fbi-agents-housing-costs
Edwin Chiloba was smothered to death, pathologist tables report in court: Lack of oxygen due to blockage of mouth and nose killed the fashion model ...
standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001492971/edwin-chiloba-was-smothered-to-death-pathologist-tables-report-in-court
Many FBI agents are struggling to make ends meet. Housing costs are to blame: FBI agents in high-cost areas can face long commutes and trouble paying the bills ...
npr.org/2024/04/11/1243982287/fbi-agents-housing-costs
UN in Libya urges probe into death of detained activist: The United Nations Libya mission (UNSMIL) urged authorities in the eastern-ruled part of the country to ...
reuters.com/world/africa/un-libya-urges-probe-into-death-detained-activist-2024-04-21/
'Hello there, I'm Hazel Scott': Jazz's unsung artist-activist: Jazz Night shines a light on the artistry and activism of pianist and singer Hazel Scott ...
npr.org/2024/04/09/1241598862/-hazel-scott-jazz-unsung-artist-activist
French police to question far-left politician over Oct 7 statements: Rima Hassan is a Syrian-born Palestinian-French lawyer and activist running for the European ...
i24news.tv/en/news/international/europe/artc-french-police-to-question-far-left-politician-over-oct-7-statements
Climate activist on hunger strike: “I’m ready to die”: The engineer Wolfgang Metzeler-Kick. He says, “I hunger for honesty and I am willing to die for the truth ...
morgenpost.de/bezirke/mitte/article242033544/Klima-Aktivist-im-Hungerstreik-Bin-bereit-zu-sterben.html
Meet the ‘Robin Hoods’ stealing from supermarkets for food banks: The activists have accused M&S of profiteering amid the cost of living crisis and say they ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/20/meet-robin-hoods-stealing-supermarkets-food-banks-20686352/
WhatsApp lowers minimum age in Europe to 13: Social media giant Meta has lowered the minimum age required to use WhatsApp in Europe to 13 from 16 ...
cnn.com/2024/04/12/tech/whatsapp-minimum-age-europe/
Bremen: Activists block Mercedes plant - railroad line temporarily closed: A group of climate activists caused a police operation in Bremen on Monday morning ...
welt.de/vermischtes/article250918914/Bremen-Aktivisten-blockieren-Mercedes-Werk-Bahnstrecke-zeitweise-gesperrt.html
Frank Field, former Labour minister and anti-poverty campaigner, dies aged 81: Member of parliament for Birkenhead between 1979 and 2019 has died after a period ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/24/frank-field-former-labour-minister-and-anti-poverty-campaigner-dies-aged-81
Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice
- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
- Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.
- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
Explainer: The controversial refugee bill that Luxon flip-flopped over: Critics say it paves the way for Australian-style detention policies ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/11-04-2024/explainer-the-controversial-refugee-bill-that-luxon-flip-flopped-over
'F*** Israel': Activist harasses, records Alec Baldwin, gets phone hit in response
jpost.com/diaspora/article-798342
Quick Glance: Alec Baldwin Confronted over Halyna Hutchins' Death
- Alec Baldwin smacked a woman's phone away after she repeatedly asked him to say 'free Palestine' and taunted him about Halyna Hutchins' death in a coffee shop confrontation.
- Following a fatal incident on the Rust set in October 2021, the 66-year-old is now facing charges of involuntary manslaughter.
- He waved her out of the coffee shop, but the woman persisted: 'Please say it, one time. Free Palestine, f*** Zionism, f*** Israel.'
Stardust families endured 'living nightmare' - Taoiseach: Taoiseach Simon Harris has apologised on behalf of the State to the families of the victims ...
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0423/1445071-stardust-state-apology/
Climate activists at lofty heights: Last generation hangs large banner on the Hausmannsturm in Halle
mz.de/lokal/halle-saale/letzte-generation-hangt-grosses-banner-an-die-hausmannsturme-in-halle-3820220
'We want to help': Why climate activists are trying something new: A recent disruption at An Enemy of the People on Broadway by Extinction Rebellion shows a new ...
npr.org/2024/04/05/1242840734/climate-protest-broadway-extinction-rebellion
Mark Menzies resigns as Tory MP after fraud and misconduct claims: A Times investigation revealed allegations that the Fylde MP had demanded thousands of pounds ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/mark-menzies-resign-tory-mp-investigation-vdjdlmqkp
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Quick Glance: Mark Menzies: MP Accused of Campaign Fund Misuse, Party Exit, and Future Election Abstention
- An elected official accused of mishandling campaign funds has departed from the Conservative Party and declared no intention to participate in the upcoming general election.
- Following allegations reported in The Times, Mark Menzies revealed his decision after purportedly using political contributions to address medical costs and settle debts incurred from being confined by individuals demanding a substantial ransom for his release.
- Upon a request for scrutiny by Labour, Lancashire Police disclosed their evaluation of 'details' concerning Mr. Menzies. An internal inquiry by the Conservative Party has been initiated to explore potential improprieties in the utilization of their financial resources.
- Additionally, the party's internal oversight body will assess whether Mr. Menzies' conduct contravened the Nolan principles of public ethics, encompassing traits like altruism, probity, and candor. The spokesperson affirmed, 'We are prepared to collaborate with law enforcement, if they deem our insights beneficial to any inquiry they opt to conduct.'
Christian Lindner: Climate activists disrupt appearance - Minister has the audience on his side
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article250881314/Christian-Lindner-Klimaaktivisten-stoeren-Auftritt-Minister-hat-das-Publikum-auf-seiner-Seite.html
Block (SQ) Finishes Development of Bitcoin Mining Chip: Digital payments company Block Inc., formerly known as Square, has finished the development of its ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/jack-dorsey-s-block-finishes-development-of-bitcoin-mining-chip
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Lourdes Portillo, Oscar-Nominated ‘Las Madres – The Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo’ Director, Dies at 80
hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/lourdes-portillo-dead-las-madres-the-mothers-of-the-plaza-de-mayo-1235878534/
Spain: Demonstrations against mass tourism in the Canary Islands
ga.de/news/panorama/demonstrationen-gegen-massentourismus-auf-den-kanaren_aid-111055489
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