Seabed mining is becoming an environmental flashpoint – NZ will have to pick a side soon

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Seabed mining could become one of the defining environmental battles of 2025. Around the world, governments are weighing up whether to allow mining of the ocean floor for metal ores and minerals. New Zealand is among them....

What actually happens to my skin when I have a really, really hot shower or bath?

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The weather is getting cooler and many of us are turning to hot showers and baths to warm up and wind down. But what actually happens to your skin when you have really hot showers or baths? Your largest organ Your skin is...

Hugh White: why the AUKUS ‘dream’ was never realistic and is likely to die

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The first clear sign the Trump administration was taking a long hard look at AUKUS came two weeks ago, when US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave his first major speech on US strategic policy in Asia at the annual...

At Rising, a dance program delves into dark places – and then finally oozes with joy

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I first came across the work of Argentinian underground enfant terrible Marina Otero in 2022, seeing her work Fuck Me in Paris. Fuck Me starts with shaky videos of Otero speaking from a hospital bed while awaiting spinal...

The Australian government has launched a new strategy to boost vaccination rates. Will it work?

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Last week, the Australian government announced a new National Immunisation Strategy for 202530. This strategy sets out the governments priorities for improving vaccine uptake for children, adolescents and adults over the...

The historic High Seas Treaty is almost reality. Here’s what it would mean for ocean conservation

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The high seas are set to gain a greater level of protection when a long-sought after treaty finally enters into force. For almost 20 years, nations have debated the need for the High Seas Treaty, intended to protect marine...

Your Say: week beginning June 16

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Every day, we publish a selection of your emails in our newsletter. Wed love to hear from you, you can email us at [email protected] Monday June 16 No deal In the era where the US Defence Secretary is hinting...