NZ mosques attacker charged
The man accused of shooting dead 51 Muslim worshippers in the Christchurch mosque attacks is formally charged with terrorism.
Tag: New Zealand
Forging cohesive societies
In the aftermath of such violence, the very best of humanity was on display, manifested in the outpouring of assistance and compassion for those who were injured and for the loved ones of those killed.
FB to block live feeds that flout rules
Facebook announces steps to temporarily block users who break its rules from broadcasting live video.
New Zealand can carve niche in revamped Belt and Road
New Zealand is to work with China on its Belt and Road initiative.
China calls on New Zealand to provide fair investment environment
Chinese Premier calls on New Zealand to ensure a fair investment environment.
Canberra gets tough on violent social media content
Social media executives could spend up to three years in prison.
New Zealand PM to meet Xi in China
New Zealand’s PM to travel to China at the end of the week for a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
The global threat of white terror
Neither white supremacy, nor racially motivated terrorist attacks carried out in its name, are new phenomena. Yet the response to far-right terrorism remains thoroughly insufficient.
NZ bans military-style gun sales
New Zealand will ban military-style semi-automatic and assault rifles under tough new gun laws.
Mosque-shooting burials begin in NZ
The bodies of two victims from New Zealand’s mosques mass shooting are carried for the first burials of the 50 victims.
The rise of far-right terrorism
Long overshadowed by Islamist radicalism, questions are now asked about what drives the far-right ideology and, specifically, what is the role of the Internet as a driver and enabler of violent far-right extremism and terror.
Arden praises ‘brave’ mosque worshippers
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern praises the bravery and courage by worshipers.
New Zealand massacre livestream tests governance of the internet
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Sunday that she would be looking for answers from social media including Facebook, YouTube and Twitter about how a terror attacker’s killings were livestreamed on their platforms.
ICC rules out complacency over World Cup security
There is no question of being complacent with security at this year’s World Cup.
NZ PM to anounce new gun laws soon
New Zealand Prime Minister says she would announce new gun laws within days, after 50 people were killed in mass shootings.
New Zealand firms consider pulling ads from social media after mass shooting
Lotto NZ pulls ad from social media.
Trump champions anti-Muslim Fox show host Judge Jeanine
Trump champions a Fox News personality who made anti-Muslim remarks.
Mass shooting exposes Western flaws
The mass shootings at two mosques in New Zealand sent shock waves around the world and widespread condemnation of white supremacy was heard in Western society. New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said Saturday that “our gun laws will change”.
NZ mosque shootings death toll rises to 50
The death toll in the New Zealand mosque shootings rises to 50.
Teen smashes egg on Aussie lawmaker
A teenager smashes an egg on a right-wing lawmaker who had blamed NZ’s mass mosque shootings on the immigration program.
West should reflect on white supremacy
An outrageous terrorist attack happened in New Zealand’s Christchurch Friday. A gunman, who was believed to have accomplices, broke into two separate mosques and shot randomly at people inside.
49 dead in New Zealand mosque shootings
Attacks on two Christchurch mosques left at least 49 dead Friday, with one gunman — identified as an Australian extremist
Scholarships
Scholarships: New Zealand Scholarships – SCIA Scholarships & Study Awards – Volunteers for Major and Career Fair 2019
China blocks flight from NZ
An Air New Zealand flight to Shanghai turned back after discovering it did not have permission to land in China.
NZ forest fires expected to spread
Strong winds are expected to fan forest fires that have been burning for a week through New Zealand’s South Island.
India win fifth ODI to seal 4-1 series victory in New Zealand
Rayudu strikes a sparkling 90 in tough conditions to help India overcome the loss.
New key player in international trade
Despite some concerns, the revamped CPTPP which became a reality recently is a force for good in international trade. The next steps are to expand membership and to establish a small secretariat.
Japan to resume commercial whaling after pulling out of IWC
Japan will resume commercial whaling from July in its waters.
Cambodia-based milk producer to expand
Moo Moo Farms plans to import 1,000 cows to produce high-quality fresh milk.
Formula E wants race in New Zealand, London return
Formula E is keen on a race in New Zealand and hopes to return London’s streets.
