Government welcomes Tourism 2050 strategy
New Zealand’s Tourism Minister welcomed Tourism 2050, a long-term industry strategy aligning with the government’s Tourism Policy Statement to guide sustainable growth and regional benefits through 2050.
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Cross-government plan to deliver stronger data
The New Zealand Government has launched the Admin Data Improvement Plan to enhance the utility of administrative data collected by agencies for policy and service decisions across education, health, housing and...
Kaitaia Crisis Recovery Café opens
New Zealand opens a Crisis Recovery Café in Kaitaia to provide after-hours mental health and addiction support, aiming to offer a calm, peer-led alternative to emergency departments.
Putting wine waste to work
New Zealand invests $2.79 million to convert winemaking waste into soil amendment, aiming to reduce waste, cut emissions, and create a new revenue stream for Marlborough’s wine industry.
Both parties must fulfil their commitments under Resolution 2803 and refrain from actions that undermine peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The UK urged all parties to uphold commitments under UNSC Resolution 2803, highlighting the need for phased IDF withdrawal, Hamas disarmament, and Palestinian-led governance reforms, while calling for unrestricted...
New counter-terror hub launched to protect British communities
The UK will host a new international Countering Violent Extremism Hub to coordinate efforts with Five Eyes partners against online radicalisation and violent extremism, including a diversion programme for early...
Draft practice direction for possession proceedings published
The UK government has published a draft practice direction outlining new digital procedures for possession proceedings, set to launch in phases starting September 2026.
David Dinsmore to leave role as Permanent Secretary for Government Communications
David Dinsmore will leave his role as Permanent Secretary for Government Communications on 30 September after leading a reform programme in communications strategy and structure.
Increased risk of wear and corrosion identified with certain cobalt chrome modular neck hip replacements
The UK’s MHRA has identified increased wear and corrosion risks in certain cobalt-chrome modular neck hip replacements, advising clinical reviews for around 750 affected patients implanted between 2007 and 2019.
World-first crackdown to restrict offenders’ freedom and give it back to victims
The UK Government will introduce world-first restriction zones for serious sexual and violent offenders in England and Wales from October, confining them to small areas to protect victims and allow greater freedom of...
Former Tribal Police Officer Indicted for Using Excessive Force and Falsifying a Report
A former tribal police officer was indicted for punching a handcuffed arrestee, causing serious injury, and falsifying a report to obstruct an investigation.
Justice Department and FBI Seize Platforms Operated and Used by China State-Sponsored Hackers to Target U.S. Critical Infrastructure
The U.S. Justice Department and FBI seized two hacking platforms, QScan and QTRouter, used by a China state-sponsored group to target critical U.S. infrastructure, including NASA, the Federal Reserve, and the Senate.
The Villages Health System LLC Agrees to $541.5M Settlement to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations
The Villages Health System LLC agreed to a $541.5 million settlement resolving allegations it submitted false diagnosis codes to Medicare Advantage plans from 2020 to 2024, inflating payments to itself and insurers.
Deadly floods cause widespread destruction in China, Nepal
The United Nations reports severe flooding in China and Nepal has caused widespread destruction and casualties, with UN agencies coordinating emergency aid and assessments in both countries.
Explainer: UN peace operations work to create, preserve peace
UN Secretary-General António Guterres presented a landmark review on the future of UN peace operations, urging adaptation to rising global conflicts and declining funding to maintain effectiveness in maintaining peace...
Land models sprout as degradation threatens billions of livelihoods
The UN Convention to Combat Desertification has recognized three land restoration programmes, aiming to revive nearly five million hectares by 2030 as global degradation threatens billions.
More health workers, stronger systems: Africa’s new ambitious goal
African health ministers adopted a 10-year plan to train, employ and retain three million additional health workers by 2035, addressing a projected shortage of over six million professionals amid current staffing gaps.
Red Sea nations step up maritime cooperation as regional threats grow
Red Sea and Gulf of Aden nations convened in Nairobi to enhance maritime cooperation amid rising regional threats, including piracy, smuggling, and disruptions to global shipping routes.
Piero Cipollone: From vision to delivery: building Europe’s tokenised financial market
The European Central Bank outlines progress in building an integrated European market for tokenised financial assets, aiming to reduce fragmentation and enhance efficiency through distributed ledger technology and...
Professor David Strain appointed as DWP Chief Medical Advisor
The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has appointed Professor David Strain as its new Chief Medical Advisor, effective from late August 2024.
Gender pay gap stays near record low
New Zealand’s gender pay gap held at 5.3% in the June quarter, near the record low of 5.2% reported last year, according to official data released by Statistics New Zealand.
Over 260,000 young children eligible for funded flu vaccines from 2027
From April 2027, New Zealand will fund influenza vaccines for all children aged six months to under five years, expanding eligibility to over 260,000 children as part of a broader vaccine investment package.
Change of British High Commissioner to New Zealand: Louise Cantillon
Louise Cantillon has been named the new British High Commissioner to New Zealand and Governor of the Pitcairn Islands, succeeding Iona Thomas OBE.
Community Job Coaching reaches milestone
The New Zealand Government’s Community Job Coaching programme has enrolled 4,000 young people in under a year, with 290 moving into sustainable jobs and 640 paid work activities completed.
Experienced public servant to lead new firearms regulator
New Zealand has appointed Dr Kelvin Watson as the inaugural Chief Executive of Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand (FSENZ), an independent firearms regulator established under the Arms Act 2026 to replace the...
10,000 work experience opportunities for young people as Sainsbury's joins national drive to tackle youth unemployment
Sainsbury’s will provide 10,000 work experience and skills opportunities for young people across the UK over the next year, aiming to address barriers to employment and support those not in education, employment or...
Chancellor statement on Iran sanctions
The UK Chancellor announced new sanctions against Iran, aligning with US-led efforts to pressure the regime over its nuclear programme and regional destabilising actions.
Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on July 20 and
The Federal Reserve released minutes from July 20 and 29, 2026 meetings on discount rate decisions for depository institutions, separate from federal funds rate policy.
Hunger is not inevitable, but often results from choices that deny civilians food, aid, and essential services: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The UK told the UN Security Council that conflict-driven denial of food, aid, and services—not scarcity—fuels today’s hunger crises, citing simultaneous famine declarations in Sudan and Gaza.
Deloitte Agrees to Pay $21.5M to Resolve Alleged Employment Discrimination Violations
Deloitte will pay $21.5 million to resolve allegations it falsely certified compliance with federal anti-discrimination requirements while using race and sex-based employment practices in federal contracts from 2017 to...