No humanitarian visas for Palestinians but plenty of rest and recreation for genocidal Israeli soldiers in New Zealand

A man has been cleared of making Snapchat videos while having sex with a woman he met on Tinder after his lawyer argued she was too drunk to remember giving consent. However, he has been found guilty of showing a video to a mutual friend. The judge noted the woman's level of intoxication as a significant factor in the case. The man claimed the woman gave permission to film her, but she denied this, stating...

Special PR has welcomed Jessica McColl as the new Head of Brand Experience, bringing over two decades of creative expertise to lead the agency's experiential offering for clients like Moet Hennessy and Jaguar Land Rover. Managing Director Kelly Grindle highlights the agency's shift towards brand-led experiences that deepen connections with the public, with successful campaigns like the KFC Gravy Train and Tiger Venue Veterans. McColl, formerly of Mango, is excited to enhance Special PR's events...

The average value of residential properties in Auckland at the end of last year was $1,245,290, with the nationwide housing market remaining relatively static in early 2025, showing only a 0.1% increase in property values in the December quarter according to Quotable Value NZ. Despite modest growth in some areas like Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, factors such as weak labor market, high cost of living, and surplus of properties for sale are keeping overall growth...

On the first day of school, a 15-minute Wānanga is held to meet the teacher, emphasizing the importance of the home-school partnership for better educational outcomes. Parents can maximize this brief meeting by preparing a prioritized list of topics, sharing information about their child's strengths, challenges, and family dynamics, and setting clear academic and executive function goals with the teacher. Involving the child in the conversation, being honest about challenges at home, and discussing boundaries...

out of the summary. The diplomatic battle between Presidents Trump and Putin over the Ukraine War has escalated, with Trump issuing threats of economic sanctions and Putin using Judo tactics to deflect and undermine US pressure. Despite Putin's bluffing, Russia's economy and military capabilities are struggling, facing challenges such as sanctions, military failures, and equipment shortages. Meanwhile, other world leaders like UK Prime Minister Starmer and French President Macron are exploring peace-keeping options in Ukraine...

Media Minister Paul Goldsmith indicated that his priorities for 2025 would not include addressing the concerns of media companies regarding lost revenue from global tech platforms in a recent Facebook post. This statement may have disappointed those hoping for government intervention to support the media industry. Goldsmith instead highlighted his focus on law and order, Treaty negotiations, and engagement with the arts in his other portfolios. Full Article