Category: asia
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Media Monitor: The Guardian Highlights Worldwide Tours
The Guardian is reporting that Riviera Travel is offering worldwide tours with customizable options. It said that these tours include itineraries filled with sights and experiences, with options to add hotel upgrades and other experiences. The Guardian also noted that…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Funding Boost, Port Expansion, Sports, and More
RNZ is reporting that the government has announced a $42.8 million funding boost for the 'Biodiscovery Platform'. It also said that Northport has been granted consent for a major expansion by the Environment Court after committing to new conditions. In…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportWorldWeatherSamoaAsiaTradeMedical ScienceEnvironmentTransportationDairyGeneral Weather RNZNorthportAll BlacksLiam LawsonSingapore Grand PrixRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Latta's Death, Fire Truck Issues
RNZ is reporting that clinical psychologist and media personality Nigel Latta died after being moved into hospice last week. A family spokesperson, Bridgette Tapsell, told RNZ that Latta accepted his fate after being told his body could not take further…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Palestinian Reaction, Māori Leader's Death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a Palestinian man is expressing anger over New Zealand's decision not to recognize Palestine as a state. RNZ also reports on the death of Sir Tumu Te Heuheu, the paramount chief of Ngāti Tūwharetoa,…
Politics and GovernmentSportSocial IssuesLegalWorldWeatherNational PartyAsiaAustralasiaLaw EnforcementTradeEconomyGeneral Weather
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Stats NZ Advances Monthly Consumers Price Index
Stats NZ has updated its website with information on the development of the monthly Consumers Price Index (CPI). The page, titled ‘Monthly consumers price index – updates on progress’, summarises the approach and updates to the development of the monthly…
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Deep Brand Products Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk
Vimms Enterprise Limited has issued a recall for multiple Deep brand products due to the possible presence of Salmonella. The recall, initially announced on August 28, 2025, for Deep brand Sprouted Mat, Sprouted Moong, and Surti Undhiu Mix, was updated…
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Media Monitor: NZ Woman's Spending Skyrocketed After Husband's Death, Court Hears
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a forensic accountant told the High Court at Auckland that the spending of a woman accused of murdering her children and hiding their bodies in suitcases skyrocketed after her husband's death. Hakyung Lee faces…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportMedical ScienceEconomyFilm and TVAsiaFinancial Markets Hakyung LeeYuna JoMinu JoAuckland High CourtMurderforensic accountantRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Neo-Nazi Deportation, Social Media Post
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell is an Australian citizen, and he will not comment on calls from Australians to deport him. It said more than 91,000 people have signed a petition…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Neo-Nazi Leader, Amazon Data Centers, Epstein Files
RNZ is reporting that a New Zealand-born leader of a white supremacist group in Australia is appearing in court, charged with intimidating a police officer and breaching an intervention order. It said this follows the neo-Nazi's alleged involvement in a…
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Finland's State Secretary to Visit Australia and New Zealand
Political State Secretary Pasi Rajala will visit Canberra and Wellington from September 3rd to 9th to deepen cooperation with Australia and New Zealand. The visit aims to strengthen collaboration across foreign and security policy, trade, critical technologies and minerals, defence,…
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Media Monitor: Arrests Made in Search for Dezi Freeman
The Guardian is reporting that Victoria police have arrested a 42-year-old woman and a 15-year-old boy in connection with the search for Dezi Freeman, but both have been released pending further inquiries. It said the search for Freeman continues. In…
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessSportMediaAustralasiaAsiaEuropeSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyTradeFinancial MarketsMedia CrisisAustraliaIndiaIran Dezi FreemanVictoria PoliceAnthony AlbaneseJacinta AllanNews CorpAtlantic CurrentArrestGuardian Australia
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International Scam Artist Jailed in New Zealand
A 32-year-old man has been sentenced to one year and three months’ imprisonment at Christchurch District Court yesterday for international scamming. The man was apprehended after Christchurch Police were alerted on June 17th that a hotel guest had left without…
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Police Seek Xilin Huang and Gongbao Fang on Drug Charges
Police are seeking Xilin Huang, 39, and Gongbao Fang, 46, both Chinese nationals, who are wanted on warrants for numerous drug offenses. These offenses include possession for supply of methamphetamine and other controlled drugs. Authorities believe Huang and Fang may…
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Media Monitor: Man Arrested After Approaching School Girls
RNZ is reporting that a man has been arrested after allegedly approaching school girls in the Merivale and St Albans area and asking for inappropriate favors for money. It said police were first notified on Aug. 4 of the man…
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Media Monitor: The Guardian Reports on Immigration Turmoil, Ukraine, Vaping, and New Zealand Education
The Guardian is reporting that immigration labor plans are in turmoil after an Epping hotel was blocked from housing asylum seekers. It said other local leaders are expected to mount challenges after a council in Essex won an injunction following…
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessScience & TechnologyEnvironmentSportEuropeAsiaUSGeneral PoliticsImmigrationClimate ChangeTradeSocial IssuesDigital and Print PublishingEconomyLaw EnforcementMedical ScienceComputers and Internet UkraineVapingDonald TrumpEppingMāoriThe Guardian
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New Zealand Trips to Asia Reach Record High
Stats NZ reported that New Zealand residents made a record 730,200 trips to Asia in the June 2025 year. This represents a 20 percent increase compared to the previous year. According to international travel statistics spokesperson Bryan Downes, the surge…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Forbes Allegations, Luxon on Gaza
Radio New Zealand is reporting that police escalated allegations about Michael Forbes, the Prime Minister's former deputy chief press secretary, to the police executive. It said Forbes was told to inform his employer himself after allegations emerged that he recorded…
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessHealthSportMiddle EastAsiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyEducationSocial IssuesMedical Science Michael ForbesChristopher LuxonGazaChloe SwarbrickCovid-19 InquiryMāori languageRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Cold Snap, Ponzi Scheme, Sea Lion Deaths
RNZ is reporting that much of New Zealand remains gripped by icy cold weather as winter nears its end. It said a cold snap is expected to continue this week. RNZ also reported that a couple in Christchurch allegedly ran…
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Media Monitor: ABC News on Israeli Hostage, Gaza Crisis, and Apollo 13 Commander
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is reporting that the father of an Israeli hostage is calling for Palestinian recognition, fearing his son will become collateral damage if the war in Gaza continues. The ABC also said that defense and trade…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentHealthBusinessScience & TechnologyAustraliaMedical ScienceEnergyFederal GovernmentTradeMiddle EastAsiaEnvironmentAstronomy and Space Israeli HostageGazaApollo 13Jim LovellBenjamin NetanyahuABC News Australia
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Cake Old (Nut Flavour) Recalled in New Zealand Due to Undeclared Allergens
Youhao Trading Limited is recalling a batch of Cake Old (Traditional Cake (Nut Flavour)) due to undeclared gluten and peanut allergens. The affected product is the 380g Cake Old (Traditional Cake (Nut Flavour)), with a production date of 2025/05/16, sold…
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Media Monitor: WSJ on Trump's Tariffs, Alzheimer's Drug Coverage
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that a 50% tariff is a sanction for buying Russian oil. It questions why China is spared. In other coverage, the Journal's editorial board writes that new evidence of effectiveness is cause to drop…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldMediaHealthAsiaEuropeMiddle EastGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeTaxesSocial IssuesMedical ScienceMedia Bias TariffsRussiaChinaMedicareAlzheimer'sWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Tsunami Warning Issued After 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake Off Kamchatka
A tsunami warning has been issued for several coastal areas following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia. The earthquake occurred at 2325 UTC on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at a depth of 74 km. Tsunami…
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Tsunami Warning Issued After 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake off Kamchatka
A tsunami warning has been issued for multiple coastal regions following a magnitude 8.8 earthquake off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia. The earthquake occurred at 2325 UTC on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at a depth of 74 km. Tsunami…
WeatherWorldDisastersRussiaEcuadorChileJapanAustraliaAsiaAustralasiaNorth AmericaLatin America TsunamiEarthquakeKamchatkaHawaiiUNESCO Tsunami Information
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Tsunami Warning Issued After Magnitude 8.8 Earthquake off Kamchatka
A tsunami warning has been issued for multiple coastal regions following a magnitude 8.8 earthquake off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia. The earthquake occurred at 2325 UTC on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at a depth of 74 km. Tsunami…
WeatherWorldDisastersRussiaEcuadorChileAustraliaAsiaAustralasiaNorth AmericaSouth AmericaGeneral Weather TsunamiEarthquakeKamchatkaHawaiiCoastal RegionsUNESCO Tsunami Information
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Media Monitor: RNZ Says Meth Use Up, Crime Not; NZ First Rising in Polls
Media Monitor: RNZ is reporting that police data indicates a surge in methamphetamine use has not led to a significant increase in crime. Detective Superintendent Greg Williams expressed concern about potential crime and social harm. The Ministerial Advisory Group on…
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Media Monitor: Rich-listers pull out of stadium project, tourist bus crash injures four
TVNZ is reporting that Auckland Football Club's rich-lister owners have withdrawn their proposal to take over Western Springs Stadium. The proposed privately funded venue, Auckland Arena, had the backing of entrepreneur Anna Mowbray, her husband, former All Black Ali Williams,…
SportHealthPolitics and GovernmentWeatherAustralasiaAsiaTradeMedical ScienceGeneral WeatherLegal Auckland Football ClubWestern Springs StadiumAnna MowbrayAli WilliamsScott BarrettAthol Five Rivers HighwaySouthlandOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Extended State of Emergency, Court Cases
RNZ is reporting that a state of emergency in Nelson Tasman has been extended by a week, as Civil Defence is deployed and residents brace for more floods. It said weather warnings and watches are in place across both islands…
WeatherLaw EnforcementWorldSportPolitics and GovernmentMediaBusinessAsiaAustralasiaGeneral WeatherDisastersLegal RNZNelson TasmanSharanjit KaurBryan KohbergerGloriavaleBaliRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Wild Weather, NZ MP Resigns, Iran's Warning, and Bezos' Wedding
Media Monitor: 1News is reporting that severe weather has hit much of New Zealand, with states of emergency declared in the Nelson/Tasman region and part of Marlborough. It said the extreme weather has sparked evacuations and road closures. In other…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Iran Denies Ceasefire Agreement with Israel
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Iran's Foreign Minister is denying any agreement with Israel, after President Trump claimed a ceasefire deal. Abbas Araghchi said if Israel stops its "illegal aggression" against Iranians by 4 a.m. Tehran time, Iran won't…
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Media Monitor: Luxon Concludes China Trip, House Fires, and Water Rate Hikes
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has concluded his trip to China. He dismissed suggestions that China is collaborating with Russia, Iran, or North Korea. Luxon's comments come in response to allegations made by a top…
Politics and GovernmentWorldSportWeatherSocial IssuesAsiaEuropeGeneral Politics Christopher LuxonChinaRussiaIranNorth KoreaHouse FiresWater RateRNZ News