Tag: united_states
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Media Monitor: Colossal Biosciences Claims Artificial Egg Breakthrough for De-Extinction Efforts
MIT Technology Review reports Colossal Biosciences claims an 'artificial egg' for de-extinction efforts, though scientists question its novelty and the company's past exaggerations.
Science & TechnologyBusinessWorldEnvironmentEducationAustralasiaComputers and InternetUnited States Colossal BiosciencesArtificial EggDe-extinctionMoaBiotechnologyChickensMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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New Zealand Sees Significant Boost in March Visitor Arrivals
New Zealand recorded 358,900 visitor arrivals in March 2026, a 15% increase from the previous year and the highest March total since 2019. Growth was driven by visitors from Australia, the US, China, and the UK.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal GovernmentGeneral Politics Visitor ArrivalsTourismMarch 2026Stats NZAustraliaUnited StatesStatistics New Zealand
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The a2 Milk Company Recalls Select Batches of Infant Formula Due to Toxin Risk
The a2 Milk Company is recalling three batches of its a2 Platinum Premium USA label infant formula due to the potential presence of cereulide, a heat-stable toxin that can cause gastrointestinal illness and dehydration in infants.
HealthBusinessPolitics and GovernmentUnited StatesMedical ScienceFederal GovernmentTradeSocial IssuesAustralasia Product RecallInfant FormulaChildren's HealthFood SafetyThe a2 Milk CompanyCereulideOperation Fly FormulaFood RecallsFDADrugs
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Media Monitor: Newsweek reports King Charles's U.S. visit aims to repair strained UK-US ties
Newsweek reports Britain is sending King Charles III to the U.S. to mend ties strained under President Trump, amid ongoing international tensions and a reported uptick in Americans seeking to relocate abroad.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusiness King Charles IIIDonald TrumpUnited StatesUnited KingdomIranStrait of Hormuz
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Media Monitor: The Guardian Reports on Think Tank Funding, US Shooting, Economic Forecast
The Guardian reports on the debate around think tank funding transparency in Australia, the shooting of Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk, and a grim economic forecast for young Australians.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessWeatherEntertainmentSportAustraliaUnited StatesPolandMiddle EastGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsMilitaryDisastersLaw EnforcementFilm and TV Think TanksCharlie KirkShootingUtahEconomic ForecastRussiaGuardian Australia
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Missing Dad, School Threats, Bell Tower
Radio New Zealand reports police believe people know where Tom Phillips is. It also reports on school threats, bell tower costs, a police shooting, and Naomi Osaka's racism condemnation.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWorldSportHealthWeatherBusinessAustraliaUnited StatesLegalEducationTrade Tom Phillipsthreatening emailsbell towerNaomi Osakapolice shootingcrimeRadio New Zealand
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Māori Authorities Diversify Export Destinations Amidst Overall Growth
Stats NZ reports a 43% increase in goods exports by Māori authorities from 2017-2024, outpacing New Zealand's total export growth. However, exports to China and the United States have decreased.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentTradeEconomy Māori authoritiesStats NZexportsChinaUnited StatesTatauranga umanga MāoriStatistics NZ
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Māori Businesses Expand Overseas Export Destinations
Māori businesses saw a 43% increase in overseas exports between 2017 and 2024, while exports to China and the United States have decreased, according to data released by Tatauranga Aotearoa.
BusinessWorldEconomyTrade Māori businessesexportsTatauranga AotearoaChinaUnited StatesBusiness and FinanceStatisticsStatistics NZ
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Media Monitor: NZ Prime Minister Says US Unlikely to Budge on Tariffs
RNZ reports that New Zealand's Prime Minister says the U.S. President is unlikely to reduce a 15% trade tariff. The trade minister met with his counterpart in Washington to discuss concerns.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldHealthSportTradeEconomyEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceSocial IssuesFilm and TVMusic RNZChristopher LuxonTodd McClayNicola WillisTrade TariffUnited StatesRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports NZ Woman Detained by US Immigration
Radio New Zealand reports that a New Zealand woman and her son have been detained by U.S. immigration. Also, Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour commented on recognizing a Palestinian state.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportUnited StatesAustraliaSocial IssuesMedical ScienceEconomyFilm and TVLegal RNZSarah ShawIsaacWashington stateDavid SeymourPalestinian stateRugby World CupRNZ News
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Media Monitor: NZ Health Workers Ask Politicians to Waive Private Care
Radio New Zealand reports health workers are asking politicians to rely on the public system. Gumboot Friday will continue to get funding. Doctor admits giving Matthew Perry ketamine.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportUnited States Health CareMPsGumboot FridayMike KingMatthew PerrySalvador PlasenciaRNZ News
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Media Monitor: DeLuney Interrupts Closing Arguments in Murder Trial
Radio New Zealand reports that Julia DeLuney, on trial for the murder of her mother, interrupted closing arguments. Other stories include stolen ute, playground fence, and cancer warning labels.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportIrelandCanadaItalyUnited StatesLegalEducationEconomyTradeFilm and TVSocial Issues Julia DeLuneyHelen GregoryWellingtonMurder trialClosing argumentsCrimeRadio New Zealand
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Media Monitor: 1 News reports on drunk driving sentence, ocean rescue, musician's death
1 News reports a drunk driver was sentenced for killing a cyclist, a high-stakes ocean rescue, the death of Fat Freddy's Drop founder Chris Faiumu, and the rediscovery of a relic.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentWorldLaw EnforcementUnited StatesSocial IssuesLegal drunk drivingsentencingocean rescueFat Freddy's DropChris FaiumuKelly TarltonOne News NZ
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in May 2025
New Zealand experiences a surge in overseas visitors in May 2025, with significant increases from Australia, China and the United States.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaTradeTransportation International TravelOverseas VisitorsTourismAustraliaChinaUnited StatesStatistics New Zealand
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Media Monitor: OCR held, heavy rain forecast, youths in custody after shoplifting
1 News reports the Reserve Bank held the OCR, ending a streak of cuts since July 2024. Heavy rain is forecast for parts of New Zealand, and six youths are in custody after an Auckland shoplifting incident.
BusinessWeatherPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthUnited StatesEconomyGeneral WeatherWhite HouseLegalSocial Issues Official Cash RateReserve BankMetServiceNorth IslandSouth IslandAucklandCrimeOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Weather Alerts, Woolworths Error, Diddy Case
1 News reports severe weather alerts in New Zealand, a Woolworths email error, and Sean "Diddy" Combs being denied bail after a mixed verdict in his sex crimes case.
WeatherBusinessLawSportHealthWorldGeneral WeatherEconomyFinancial MarketsLegalMedical ScienceFilm and TVUnited States WoolworthsSean "Diddy" CombsStormsProstitutionLegal CaseOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Body Found, Flood Warning, Cyber Attack
RNZ is reporting on a body found in Auckland, flood warnings for Nelson-Tasman, a Qantas cyber attack affecting millions, and a Woolworths beef mince recall due to plastic contamination.
WorldBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWeatherSportFranceUnited StatesComputers and InternetTradeLegal AucklandFreeman's BayNelson-TasmanQantasWoolworthscyber attackfloodingRNZ News
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Media Monitor: NZ Sick Leave, Vape Rules, International Tensions
1 News reports on potential changes to New Zealand's sick leave policy, new vape regulations, ongoing Israel-Iran tensions, a shooting in Minnesota, and the death of a Samoan designer.
Politics and GovernmentHealthWorldEntertainmentBusinessMiddle EastUnited StatesSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceTradeFilm and TVLaw EnforcementEconomyLabour Party sick leavevapeIsraelIranMinnesotaSamoanfashionOne News NZ
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in April 2025
New Zealand's tourism sector sees a boost in April 2025, with a significant rise in overseas visitors, especially from Australia, the UK and the US, nearing pre-pandemic levels.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaAustralasiaGeneral Politics International TravelOverseas VisitorsTourismAustraliaUnited KingdomUnited StatesStatistics New Zealand
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Media Monitor: NZ Prime Minister Demands Answers After Staffer Resigns
RNZ reports NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is seeking answers regarding vetting processes after his deputy chief press secretary resigned following misconduct allegations.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessSocial IssuesSportUnited StatesIndiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeLaw EnforcementLegal Christopher LuxonMichael ForbesWellingtonLoafers Lodge fireTe Pāti MāorimanslaughterRNZ News
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Man Sentenced in Child Sexual Abuse Material Case
Donald James Sarratt sentenced to five-and-a-half years for facilitating a website hosting computer-generated child sexual abuse material. Operation Dark Orchid dismantled the site.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesUnited States child sexual abuseOperation Dark OrchidWellington District CourtDonald SarrattOnline Child ExploitationDepartment of Homeland SecurityNZ Police
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Wellington Man Arrested in FBI Crypto Theft Investigation
Following an FBI investigation, police have arrested a Wellington man and restrained assets worth $670,000. The man is accused of stealing cryptocurrency valued at NZD$450M.
Law EnforcementLegalWorldUnited StatesSocial Issues FBIWellingtonAuckland District CourtCryptocurrencyAsset RestraintTheftCriminal Proceeds (Recovery) Act 2009NZ Police
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Oceans Heating Faster in Two Bands Around the Globe
A new study reveals accelerated ocean heating in two bands around the globe, particularly affecting areas near New Zealand, the US, and Japan, driven by climate change and shifting weather patterns.
Science & TechnologyWeatherEnvironmentClimate Change Ocean HeatingKevin TrenberthJapanArgentinaUnited States