Category: film_and_tv
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Media Monitor: Radio New Zealand Covers Storms, Bacteria, and Politics
Radio New Zealand is reporting on several stories, including the impact of recent storms on the Tasman region. It said rural residents are facing another deluge. RNZ also noted that bacteria are lurking on household items such as sponges and…
WeatherHealthSportBusinessMediaGeneral WeatherMedical ScienceEconomyFilm and TVTrade TasmanstormsbacteriaGeorge BowerAll BlacksCash Transactions Protection BillBlack CapsRNZ News
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Media Monitor: DeLuney Interrupts Closing Arguments in Murder Trial
Radio New Zealand is reporting on several stories, including Julia DeLuney's trial in Wellington for the alleged murder of her mother, Helen Gregory. RNZ said that DeLuney interrupted the Crown prosecutor's closing address, objecting to a suggestion about checking the…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportIrelandCanadaItalyUnited StatesLegalEducationEconomyTradeFilm and TVSocial Issues Julia DeLuneyHelen GregoryWellingtonMurder trialClosing argumentsCrimeRadio New Zealand
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Embassy Theatre Declared Earthquake-Prone, But Remains Open
Wellington's Embassy Theatre has been confirmed as earthquake-prone following a seismic assessment requested by the Wellington City Council in October 2024. The assessment revealed that parts of the building are below the 34% New Building Standard (NBS) threshold, with an…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyWorldEntertainmentAustralasiaState GovernmentsDisastersFilm and TV
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports Regulatory Standards Bill concerns, poverty increase
RNZ is reporting that another government agency is warning that the costs to comply with the Regulatory Standards Bill could be "significant" and hinder the government's ability to acquire land for infrastructure projects and public works. It said Regulation Minister…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesBusinessWorldSportEconomyEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsFilm and TVLegal Regulatory Standards BillDavid SeymourPovertyWaiuku crashKiwiSaverAir IndiaRadio New Zealand
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Media Monitor: Radio New Zealand reports power outages, court ruling, political clash
Radio New Zealand is reporting that thousands of homes are without power after another night of wild weather. NZTA said it is looking at weather damage to state highways across the top of the South Island. In other news, a…
WeatherLegalPolitics and GovernmentSportEntertainmentAgricultureLaw EnforcementFilm and TV Power outagesNZTAJevon McSkimmingAnita BakerJulia DeLuneyCrimeRNZ News
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Weather Alerts, Woolworths Error, Diddy Case
1 News is reporting that severe weather alerts are in place for much of New Zealand. It said heavy rain and strong winds are forecast for the Bay of Plenty and the top of the South Island. Severe thunderstorms are…
WeatherBusinessLawSportHealthWorldGeneral WeatherEconomyFinancial MarketsLegalMedical ScienceFilm and TVUnited States WoolworthsSean "Diddy" CombsStormsProstitutionLegal CaseOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: Time Reports on Possible US Attack on Iran
Time Magazine is reporting that former President Trump is considering a U.S. attack on Iran, demanding “unconditional surrender.” Time said Trump allies are falsely linking Democrats to a Minnesota suspect, despite the suspect’s apparent support for the former President. Time…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentMediaWorldMedical ScienceSocial IssuesWhite HouseFederal GovernmentDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFilm and TVMiddle East Donald TrumpIranDemocratsMinnesotaImmigrationChristian VotersTIME
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Media Monitor: NZ Sick Leave, Vape Rules, International Tensions
Media Monitor: 1 News is reporting that the New Zealand government's sick leave policy is under scrutiny after Prime Minister Christopher Luxon suggested potential cuts to entitlements. The minister responsible for reviewing the policy clarified that there are no plans…
Politics and GovernmentHealthWorldEntertainmentBusinessMiddle EastUnited StatesSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceTradeFilm and TVLaw EnforcementEconomyLabour Party sick leavevapeIsraelIranMinnesotaSamoanfashionOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: Boat Fire Contained in Stanmore Bay
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a boat caught fire in Stanmore Bay early Sunday morning. It said the incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. at Stanmore Bay on the Whangaparāoa Peninsula. Firefighters were able to contain the blaze. No injuries…
HealthSportScience & TechnologyWorldWeatherMedical ScienceFilm and TVGeneral Weather Radio New ZealandStanmore BayWhangaparāoa PeninsulaBoat FireMingma TsiriMt. EverestFirefightersRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Book Disposal, Drone Incident, and Housing Case
RNZ is reporting that a second-hand bookstore owner in New Zealand is upset over the National Library's plan to dispose of half a million books. It said the library claims it has been trying to re-home the books since 2018,…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldMediaSportEducationSocial IssuesLegalFilm and TVArtificial IntelligenceTransportation RNZNational Library of New ZealandTransport Accident Investigation CommissionAuckland AirportBook disposalDroneHousingRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on transaction accounts, social media spat, 'Lilo & Stitch' review, and more
Radio New Zealand is reporting that New Zealanders may be missing out on a collective $1 billion annually by keeping their money in transaction accounts. Separately, a social media dispute has erupted between the Blues and Moana after play-off spots…
BusinessSportEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWeatherEconomyFinancial MarketsSocial IssuesFilm and TVGeneral Politics Transaction AccountsBluesMoanaLilo & StitchDavid SeymourChris BishopPounamuRNZ News
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Media Monitor: The Guardian on US energy department cuts, Ardern, cannabis
The Guardian is reporting that employees of the U.S. Energy Department are raising concerns that cuts and deregulation undermine the department’s ability to function and will cause cost hikes. It said one employee stated the Trump administration is “going to…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEntertainmentHealthScience & TechnologySportMediaMiddle EastAsiaEuropeAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborArtificial IntelligenceEnvironmentClimate ChangeMilitarySocial IssuesEnergyFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingMedical ScienceLaw Enforcement Energy DepartmentJacinda ArderncannabisTrump administrationderegulationprice hikesThe Guardian
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Media Monitor: Australian Election Count Tightens, Maori MPs Punished
The Guardian is reporting that in Australia, Zoe Daniel is within 300 votes of Tim Wilson as the Goldstein count tightens. It said that Prime Minister Albanese is in talks with Prabowo about elections. Meanwhile, Maori members of New Zealand's…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEntertainmentSportAustraliaUkraineMiddle EastAsiaEconomyFilm and TVGeneral Politics Zoe DanielTim WilsonAlbanesePrabowoElon MuskGuardian Australia
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on police resignation, fatal fire, political clash
RNZ is reporting that former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming resigned amid an investigation into alleged objectionable material found on his work computer. It said McSkimming's resignation came after he was confronted with the allegations. McSkimming declined to comment through his…
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementSportAustraliaWorldMediaSocial IssuesFilm and TVLegalEducation Jevon McSkimmingpoliticscrimeRyan FoxKāinga OraRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV
The Guardian is reporting that Robert Francis Prevost has become Pope Leo XIV, the successor to Pope Francis. It said Prevost is the first U.S. pontiff, though he is also a Peruvian citizen. The Guardian also noted that a "breakthrough"…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentSportMediaClimate ChangeUSUKIndiaPakistanEuropeGeneral PoliticsTradeMilitarySocial IssuesFootballRugbyMedia BiasFilm and TV Robert Francis PrevostPope Leo XIVPope FrancisUS-UK trade dealTransgenderThe Guardian
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Pumpkin Seed Growers Find Success at Summer Hill Seeds
Sheep and beef farmers Clare and Grant Adkins sought a less intensive occupation when they decided to grow pumpkins at Summer Hill Seeds. According to RNZ, the couple were looking for a "semi-retirement option".
WorldBusinessEntertainmentWeatherSportAustralasiaSocial IssuesAgricultureMediaTransportationClimate ChangeFilm and TV
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Cold Case Episode Focuses on Missing Mother Leonie Emery
Police are urging the public to watch Monday night’s Cold Case episode on TV One regarding the disappearance of Leonie Emery in 2018. Emery was 25 when she disappeared, leaving behind four children. Reported missing in 2019, she was last…
Law EnforcementMediaSocial IssuesMedia CrisisFilm and TV Leonie EmeryCold CaseTV OnePapakuraWaikatoMissing PersonFoul Play
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Consumer NZ: Third of New Zealanders Need Help Accessing Food
A recent survey by Consumer NZ reveals that a third of New Zealanders have sought assistance to access food in the past year, highlighting concerns about the country's grocery market. Consumer NZ Chief Executive Jon Duffy described the situation as…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSocial IssuesWorldHealthSportScience & TechnologyEntertainmentAsiaEuropeMedical ScienceEconomyTradeLaw EnforcementFilm and TVEducationMilitaryAstronomy and Space Consumer NZJon Duffyfood accessgrocery marketAucklandpoverty