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Study finds microplastics rising in human brain

Photo Source: Magda Ehlers A new study from the University of New Mexico has uncovered alarming findings about the presence of...

By Nicole Valdez | 10 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
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Gas shortages and rising prices threaten NZ’s energy supply

Photo Source: Pexels.com Winter’s chill is approaching, and with it, rising concerns over the stability of New Zealand’s energy supply. Gas...

By Nicole Valdez | 10 Feb 2025 | 4 min read
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Google’s ad revenue misses expectations in Q4

Photo Source: Anna Nekrashevich Alphabet’s Q4 2024 earnings report showed strong ad revenue growth, but at a slower pace than expected....

By Nicole Valdez | 10 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
research shows workers prefer flexibility over pay

Research shows workers prefer flexibility over pay

The shift towards remote work has become a defining feature of the modern job market, with many employees placing significant...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 10 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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Study finds lasting cardiovascular effects of COVID-19

Photo Source: Angela Petrosyan A study conducted at Zhongshan Hospital in Shanghai has shed light on the hidden heart dangers posed...

By Nicole Valdez | 10 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
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Genesis taps Foresta to secure biofuels for Huntly Power Station

Genesis Energy is in discussions with Foresta to secure locally produced biofuels for use at the Huntly power station, marking...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 10 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
apple launches event planning tool ‘invites’

Apple launches event planning tool ‘Invites’

Apple has recently launched a new event planning app called Invites, designed to simplify the process of creating and managing...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 10 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
nz luxury property market sees drop, new data reveals

NZ luxury property market sees drop, new data reveals

Luxury property sales nationwide have experienced a decline of over 50% during the past four years, new data from the...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 10 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
trump revokes biden's security clearances

Trump revokes Biden’s security clearances

President Donald Trump has announced the revocation of former President Joe Biden's access to sensitive information, citing that there is...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 10 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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NZ overhauls investor visa to attract foreign capital

The New Zealand government has announced major changes to its Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa, aiming to simplify the application...

By Liam Foster | 10 Feb 2025 | 4 min read
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NZICC opening pushed back to February next year

Casino operator SkyCity Entertainment won’t open the New Zealand International Convention Centre for another year, saying it will not be...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
us china trade tensions hit consumer pockets

US-China trade tensions hit consumer pockets

The recent imposition of a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports by the U.S. is set to increase prices for...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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Cook Islands PM’s visit to China sparks diplomatic concerns

On February 10, Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown will arrive in Beijing for a five-day state visit to China,...

By Liam Foster | 07 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
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Health New Zealand chief executive quits

Fepulea'i Margie Apa, the chief executive of Health New Zealand, has announced her resignation from the role. This decision comes...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
argentina pulls back from who after u.s. exit

Argentina pulls back from WHO after U.S. exit

Argentina has announced its intention to leave the World Health Organization (WHO), citing ideological disparities with the global health body....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Feb 2025 | 1 min read
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ACT Party supports selling Crown’s stake in Christchurch Airport, government unmoved

The ACT Party has reiterated its support for selling the Crown’s 25% stake in Christchurch International Airport, arguing that government...

By Liam Foster | 07 Feb 2025 | 4 min read
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