Daily review 05/11/2024
Written By: notices and features - Date published: 5:30 pm, November 5th, 2024 - 5 commentsCategories: Daily review - Tags:Daily review is also your post. This provides Standardistas the opportunity to review events of the day. The usual rules of good behaviour apply (see the Policy). Don’t forget to be kind to each other …Share this: FacebookLinkedInRedditPinterestMastodonTwitterPrintEmail
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 05, 2024 11:17 UTC
Podcaster Joe Rogan endorses Donald Trump for US President
Trump’s recent interview with Rogan lasted about three hours and was released on YouTube and Spotify in late October. The former President criticised Rogan in August on Truth Social, his social media platform, after the podcaster praised then-independent candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. Kennedy has since pulled out of the race and endorsed Trump. Popular podcaster Joe Rogan is endorsing the former President in the race to the White House. Spotify said in March that The Joe Rogan Experience had 14.5 million followers, almost triple the platform’s second most popular program. Rogan joins a list of celebrities such as Musk and wrestler Hulk Hogan to have endorsed Trump.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 05, 2024 10:30 UTC
Investigation launched after arson attack on Imam Reza Mosque in New Zealand’s Auckland
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): An investigation has been launched into an arson attack on a mosque in Auckland, New Zealand. Police say the fire at the mosque Tuesday morning was arson after CCTV footage showed a person allegedly breaking into the building just before 1am and lighting a fire. The fire smoldered for another eight hours until it could be seen from the street and emergency services got a call, McNeill said. “At this early stage, police are still investigating possible motive and we cannot say at this point that it is a hate-related crime. A glass door at the back of the mosque had been smashed and it appeared this was the offender’s entry point under the cover of darkness.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 05, 2024 10:11 UTC
Costello accuses ministry of 'undermining' tobacco plans
Costello accuses ministry of 'undermining' tobacco plansToday at 08:41Associate health minister Casey Costello. Photo: RNZ By Craig McCulloch of RNZ Public servants have complained of "a chilling effect" on democracy after Associate Health Minister Casey Costello accused health officials of undermining her efforts.
Source:Otago Daily Times
November 05, 2024 04:44 UTC
'Terrifying': Fireworks let off at pony club
Scott Weatherall. PHOTO: ODT FILESThe "terrifying" actions of people who let off fireworks at a Dunedin pony club have been slammed as reckless and stupid. About 9.30pm on Saturday, former head coach at the Saddleview Pony Club Kathy Fuller heard loud fireworks going off near her Green Island property and later saw on social media they were being set off at the club grounds. Saddle Hill Community Board member Scott Weatherall said the lighting of the fireworks at the club was "dumb". Obviously, people have got pets, so we definitely need to avoid any lighting of fireworks in those facilities."
Source:Otago Daily Times
November 05, 2024 00:26 UTC
All Blacks v Ireland: Scott Robertson’s men ‘suffering an existential crisis of identity’, claims rugby pundit
Sam Cane was the All Blacks captain when Ireland were victorious in a three-test series on these shores in 2022. Photo / PhotosportSam Cane was the All Blacks captain when Ireland were victorious in a three-test series on these shores in 2022. Photo / PhotosportLosing their status as world rugby’s greatest power has left the All Blacks struggling with an “existential crisis of identity”, a rugby pundit writing in Irish media has claimed. “Like the Visigoth hordes sacking the ancient Roman capital, the Irish arrived in New Zealand in 2022 and they did not bother knocking on the front door. Instead, they kicked it off its hinges.”Williams found time to fire a couple of shots at the Kiwi rugby media: “The New Zealand rugby media has only two gears.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 22:30 UTC
Scammers caught on secret recording
Kea Kids News: Fireworks have a hilarious history, but they’re not fun for everyoneLove them or hate them, Guy Fawkes fireworks are here! Reporter Laynie learns some surprising facts and we meet a kid with some good reasons to dread this time of year.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 22:12 UTC
New Zealand Government Unveils Key Initiatives For Growth And Culture
New Zealand Government Unveils Key Initiatives For Growth And Culture Amplify strategy seeks to boost the arts sector as trade relations deepen during China expoThe New Zealand government is currently undertaking several important initiatives aimed at enhancing the country’s economic, cultural, and community landscapes. Arts and Culture Minister Paul Goldsmith stated this strategy aims to raise New Zealand's profile globally and help achieve substantial financial growth for the cultural sector. Such moves are part of New Zealand's broader strategy to attract skilled labor, improve workforce participation, and bolster its economy. Two years post-enactment, the Act aims to evaluate its efficacy and functionality, with MFAT reaching out to stakeholders on how New Zealand's sanctions regime can be improved. Overall, the New Zealand government is engaged in ambitious, multifaceted initiatives aimed at fostering cultural, economic, and international development.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 13:21 UTC
Cruise ship passengers catch legionnaires’ disease from private hot tubs
Legionnaires’ disease is a severe type of pneumonia caused by the legionella bacteria. Also, private hot tubs aren’t cleaned as regularly as public hot tubs, allowing the bacteria to fester. The first ship’s hot tubs operated “in a manner conducive to legionella growth” for months. Testing on the first ship found legionella in six of the 10 available hot tubs and all eight private hot tubs of the second ship. All private hot tubs were temporarily closed and thoroughly cleared and the cruise lines have since implemented new measures to minimise the risk of bacteria growth.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 10:22 UTC
NZ Post proposes cluster mailboxes, sparking backlash from postal workers
Many rural areas already had cluster mailboxes, Liz said. Allowing NZ Post to extend its network by delivering to cluster and community boxes for new addresses. Allowing NZ Post to convert existing delivery points into communal points at a rate of up to 5% a year. NZ Post declined an interview on Morning Report. MBIE and NZ Post have been approached for comment.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 09:57 UTC
Conflict Of Interests Behind “No Liability” Clause In New Gene Technology Bill
Conflicts of interest are behind the latest directive from Government regarding the Gene Technology Bill which is to be drafted with no liability clause for contamination. The Government’s golden goose is the AgResearch genetically engineered GE rye grass which has been shown to be a poor performer compared to existing New Zealand rye grass cultivars which have a superior performance. In 2011, there was a breach of controls when GE rye grass was allowed to flower, threatening the environment if it had escaped containment. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean – Applied Biological ChemistryContent Sourced from scoop.co.nzOriginal url
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 08:51 UTC
Conflict Of Interests Behind "No Liability" Clause In New Gene Technology Bill
Conflict Of Interests Behind "No Liability" Clause In New Gene Technology BillConflicts of interest are behind the latest directive from Government regarding the Gene Technology Bill which is to be drafted with no liability clause for contamination. The Government's golden goose is the AgResearch genetically engineered GE rye grass which has been shown to be a poor performer compared to existing New Zealand rye grass cultivars which have a superior performance. In 2011, there was a breach of controls when GE rye grass was allowed to flower, threatening the environment if it had escaped containment. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean - Applied Biological Chemistry© Scoop Media
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 07:23 UTC
Robertson throws support behind McKenzie as Ireland grudge match awaits
In arguably the biggest test of the All Blacks’ northern tour, Scott Robertson has unequivocally backed Damian McKenzie to return to the No 10 jersey. After surviving a scare against Australia in Sydney, McKenzie was moved to the bench for the return fixture in Wellington. As far as Robertson goes, though, there is full faith that McKenzie – in whatever role – will step up. But now, as Robertson prepares to meet Ireland for the first time, the All Blacks’ new coach needs no reminder of what’s at stake. It came down to the final play in the Rugby World Cup.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 04, 2024 06:22 UTC
Government will place Crown Observer on Wellington Council
The Coalition Government plans to place a Crown Observer on the Wellington City Council as it rewrites its long term plan following a vote to retain its stake in the city's airport. The Department of Internal Affairs has advised Brown the Council was not using its balance sheet “appropriately” when planning its water infrastructure and insurance risks. This appears to mean the Crown Observer will be tasked with advocating for the Council to take on higher debt levels, although Brown was not clear on whether that would be the case. Council respondsWhanau said she was happy to work with a Crown Observer and that it could be a good thing for the council. Tim Brown had a long career as an infrastructure investor at Morrison, which manages Infratil, prior to standing for Wellington Council in 2022.
Source:New Zealand Herald
October 22, 2024 14:22 UTC
Central Park Five sue Donald Trump for defamation over US presidential debate
“They admitted – they said, they pled guilty. And I said, well, if they pled guilty they badly hurt a person, killed a person ultimately,” Trump said. “And if they pled guilty – then they pled we’re not guilty.”The lawsuit also lays out an encounter between Trump and Salaam after the debate. Salaam introduced himself to Trump as attendees asked Trump if he would apologise to the five men for his comments. “Plaintiff Salaam was attempting to politely [have] dialogue with defendant Trump about the false and defamatory statements that defendant Trump had made about plaintiffs less than an hour earlier, but defendant Trump refused to engage with him in dialogue,” the lawsuit says.
Source:New Zealand Herald
October 22, 2024 13:58 UTC