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Why the coalition's mandate could be fragile
Analysis - Nearly half of all voters wanted a new government after the election, suggesting this was a "change" election, the authors of a new study write.
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How Kamala Harris must rewrite history to win
29 Oct 2024Analysis - In the final week of the US presidential election campaign, there is a real possibility a woman will make it into the top job. But why has it taken so long? asks Katie Pickles.
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Luxon emerges from CHOGM talking up climate finance
Analysis - Despite strong words, questions remain over emissions mitigation and the environmental threat posed by the Manawanui navy ship.
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Does NZ have the credibility to lead discussions at COP29?
12 Nov 2024Analysis: NZ's climate change minister will be co-leading talks on international carbon trading the global climate summit in Baku next week, even though the government has been unable to commit to…
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Trump's second term could bring chaos around the world. Will it work?
11 Nov 2024Analysis - It may be horrific and redefine the world order. Or it may be bluster over substance. But it will certainly be disruptive. Audio
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Aotearoa can learn from US tribal leaders, says expert
4 Nov 2024Opinion - Nigel Chee spent time with indigenous tribal leaders from the US last week to discuss shared experiences in search of collective solutions.
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Treaty Principles Bill to put rookie MPs to the test
9 Nov 2024Analysis - The MPs on Parliament's justice select committee may face an even tougher job ahead than the bill's champion David Seymour.
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Trump thinks presidents have near-total power
7 Nov 2024Analysis - In his second term, there will be few political or legal restraints to check him.
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Trump's win will send shock waves round the world. First stop, Ukraine
7 Nov 2024Analysis - With Donald Trump set to return to the White House, the international outlook is in for a major shake-up. Perhaps even a wild ride.
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Harris vs Trump race reaches climax in US election campaign marked by fear, vitriol
5 Nov 2024Analysis: If the election is as close as predicted, half of the country's population will be left deeply disappointed after an ugly campaign filled with drama and violence.
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Asking workers to return to the office can drive away top talent
5 Nov 2024Opinion - Don't force employees back to the office, just because it's the easiest option, Mela Lush says
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Being mentally flexible might influence our attitudes to vaccination, new study shows
24 Oct 2024Making decisions about our health is a complex and sometimes difficult process, writes Stephanie Gomes-Ng.
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Do AI tools discourage language learning?
23 Oct 2024Opinion -While AI translation might bridge language barriers it is important to be clear about the benefits and challenges it presents, Elba Ramirez writes.
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Trump's plan to radically remake US government with RFK Jr and Elon Musk
31 Oct 2024Analysis - If Trump wins, men such as Robert F Kennedy Jr would be given free rein in the health sector and Elon Musk could "start from scratch" with the federal workforce.
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Has the Trump camp's divisive rhetoric shaved off a key demographic?
30 Oct 2024Analysis - In the wake of racist comments made by speakers at his final campaign event, Donald Trump's latest speech shows he's doing little to distance himself from them, Barbara Miller says.
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Trump unveils the most extreme closing argument in modern presidential history
29 Oct 2024Analysis - Donald Trump delivered a searing screed that may augur the most extreme US presidency in modern history if he beats Kamala Harris. Audio
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Health workforce shortage will limit benefits of funding glucose monitors
There are problems within the health system that mean full patient access to training on how to use the insulin pumps will likely take years, experts say.
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Three simple graphs that explain NZ's economic crisis
Analysis - The Reserve Bank may not have much effect on inflation, but it can certainly affect the structure of the economy, Geoff Bertram says.
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Peters' $100b infrastructure fund is the right idea. Politics-as-usual is the problem
15 Oct 2024Analysis - Success will hinge on getting the details right and, more importantly, getting the politics out of infrastructure planning.
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Three of 1994's weirder indie rock albums are still classics
6 Oct 2024On their 30th anniversary, Tony Stamp looks back at three important entries in the alternative canon. Video
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Government ties itself to Wellington's future
23 Oct 2024Analysis - If the outcome of the intervention is no better than the current "shambles", it is Luxon, Willis, Brown and Bishop who will also wear the blame.
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Has Lawson guaranteed himself a permanent seat in F1?
22 Oct 2024Opinion - The performance of the New Zealand driver on his return should have secured his future in the sport.
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Building enough supply chain resilience, sustainability to survive next global crisis
18 Oct 2024Analysis - External events can severely disrupt the flow of goods, delay deliveries or damage critical infrastructure.
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Reality break: You are not big or clever for hating on reality TV
19 Oct 2024Opinion - The reality is that reality TV does not rot your brain. It's the opposite.
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