Gaza ceasefire could boost aid deliveries to 600 trucks per day: WHO 2025-01-17 12:00 A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas could boost the number of aid trucks entering Gaza to 600 per day, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday. The ceasefire, which took effect on Sunday, has brought a welcome respite from the … Read more
Sudan War Becomes More Deadly as Ethnically Motivated Attacks Rise January 17, 2025 Khartoum, Sudan – The ongoing conflict in Sudan has taken a deadly turn as ethnically motivated attacks have significantly increased in recent months. According to the United Nations, over 1,000 people have been killed in such attacks since the beginning of the … Read more
Relentless crisis in Haiti: One in eight children internally displaced January 17, 2025 Port-au-Prince, Haiti – The ongoing crisis in Haiti has forced one in eight children to flee their homes and become internally displaced, according to a new report released by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The report, titled “Hidden in Plain Sight: … Read more
World News in Brief: Antisemitism action plan, DR Congo violence escalates, new migration movie, year of ‘peace and trust’ Antisemitism action plan The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) has adopted a new action plan to combat antisemitism. The plan includes measures to improve education about the Holocaust, combat hate speech online, and provide support for … Read more
Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF), also known as the Green Comet, will make its closest approach to Earth on February 1, 2023. It is expected to be visible to the naked eye in dark skies, and binoculars or a telescope will enhance the viewing experience. Observing the Comet in New Zealand The Green Comet will be … Read more
What are ASB home loan rates? ASB (Auckland Savings Bank) is a major bank in New Zealand. It offers a range of home loan products, including fixed-rate loans, variable-rate loans, and revolving credit loans. Why are ASB home loan rates rising? ASB home loan rates are rising in line with other interest rates in New … Read more
Western Sydney Wanderers FC vs Central Coast Mariners Context: The Western Sydney Wanderers FC and Central Coast Mariners are two professional football (soccer) clubs based in New South Wales, Australia. The clubs are rivals, and their matches are known as the “F3 Derby,” named after the freeway that connects their respective cities. On February 11, … Read more
What is “silo”? A silo is a tall, narrow structure used for storing bulk materials such as grain, coal, or cement. Silos are typically made of concrete, steel, or fiberglass, and they can be either free-standing or supported by a framework. Why is “silo” trending on Google Trends NZ? There are a few possible reasons … Read more
Back in Action is a fitness and well-being programme that helps people with chronic conditions to get back to doing the things they love. The programme was developed by the Ministry of Health and is delivered by District Health Boards (DHBs) around New Zealand. Back in Action is a 12-week programme that includes: Exercise sessions … Read more
Australian Open Prize Money 2025 The Australian Open is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments held annually. It is the first Grand Slam of the year, and is played on hard courts at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. The Australian Open prize money has been increasing steadily over the years. In 2023, the … Read more