ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on July 3, 2026.
Friday essay: how the Murdoch media’s loyalty to Israel births hypocrisy, attacks and ‘failed journalism’
News Corporation’s decades-long support for Israel is reflected in its coverage of Israel–Palestine, reducing its complexities to a black and white issue.
Fears of more conflict in West Papua after American pilot killed
By Johnny Blades of RNZ Pacific Fears of yet another escalation in military conflict in Indonesia’s Papua region have risen after an American pilot flying a small aircraft into a remote airstrip in Highland Papua province was killed by West Papuan militants. The West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) has claimed responsibility for killing Nicholas
What is mild cognitive impairment? And does it always lead to dementia?
Mild cognitive decline doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll develop dementia. But it’s a common fear.
Blind boxes are a game of chance. Here’s how to keep kids from getting hooked
If you are a parent of kids who love blind boxes, you might be worried about how the game of luck echoes gambling.
Could this asteroid be a piece of the Moon? A Chinese spacecraft is about to find out
One of Earth’s closest cosmic companions has puzzled scientists for years.
Why the Socceroos should be confident of a history-making World Cup win against Egypt
Progressing to the next World Cup round would represent a significant step forward for Australian soccer, and it’s an achievable aim.
Keith Rankin Analysis – NZ Economic Growth over the Medium Term
Keith Rankin – The experience of the early 1990s gives context to the early 2010s; under a National-led government, as is the present non-growth experience. In the early 2010s, the recovery in New Zealand from the Global Financial Crisis was surprisingly slow; was significantly slower than it should have been.
Climate change will raise the risk of severe heatwaves. NZ homes aren’t ready
New modelling suggests hotter summers could place new demands on NZ’s electricity system, increase heat-related deaths and hit vulnerable people hardest.
B.C. and Alberta fall behind on fracking safety distances for residents
Setback regulations remain the only lever that affords some protection to those bearing the greatest health risks of shale gas development in their neighbourhoods.
New NZ series Head Girl veers between hilarity and dread
Head Girl, based on the poetry collection from Freya Daly Sadgrove, centres on three 20-something flatmates in Wellington, each at a moment of personal crisis.
Four great dishes to cook with kids these winter school holidays
Some parents may worry cooking is unsafe for kids. But with the right supervision and age-appropriate tasks you can make it work.
We can’t entirely blame COVID vaccine mandates for lower vaccination rates today. It’s not that simple
The effects of COVID vaccine mandates live on today. And a distrust of government is one of its biggest casualties.
Can tighter rules on short-stay rentals help the long-term market?
There are some promising results for local residents from different states’ approaches.
If we force online platforms to control harmful content, where does that leave sex ed?
Current online safety rules are focused on removing harmful content, not on supporting health promotion.
Who has access to my bank details? What protections are in place to prevent misuse?
While alarming, incidents involving alleged unauthorised or inappropriate access can actually be a sign that safeguards to protect our data are working.
With the World Cup in full swing, why have the geopolitical criticisms quietened?
It is a difficult juggling act to be both a soccer fan and social critic. After tournaments start, it becomes even harder.
The US is turning 250 – and Trump is making it all about him
Trump is not the first president to lean into an exaggerated patriotism at a time of crisis. But the vanity of his actions signals something perhaps unique.
After 250 years of American independence, what do Australians think about the US?
A new survey shows Australians have made their mind up on Donald Trump and are questioning why Australia needs its closest ally.
Canada’s little-known role in helping to spur American independence in 1776
Britain controlled vast tracts in North America beyond the original 13 Colonies. And the American invasion of Canada played a role in the final political settlement.
NZ wants to end climate lawsuits. How does that sit with its international commitments?
A proposed law change would end an activist’s landmark climate case. It also raises questions about whether NZ’s domestic laws match its global commitments.