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September 25, 2023
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jared Mondschein, Director of Research, US Studies Centre, University of Sydney The US Congress has had no shortage of viral moments in recent months. Senator Dianne Feinstein seemingly became confused over how to vote. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell experienced two extended “freeze episodes” during press conferences. ... <a title="America’s leaders are older than they’ve ever been. Why didn’t the founding fathers foresee this as a problem?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/americas-leaders-are-older-than-theyve-ever-been-why-didnt-the-founding-fathers-foresee-this-as-a-problem-213653/" aria-label="Read more about America’s leaders are older than they’ve ever been. Why didn’t the founding fathers foresee this as a problem?">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Renée M Prokopavicius, Postdoctoral Researcher in Plant Ecophysiology, Western Sydney University Torychemistry, Shutterstock Australians are bracing for a hot spring and summer. The Bureau of Meteorology has finally declared El Niño is underway, making warmer and drier conditions more likely for large parts of the country. And ... <a title="We need urban trees more than ever – here’s how to save them from extreme heat" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/we-need-urban-trees-more-than-ever-heres-how-to-save-them-from-extreme-heat-211414/" aria-label="Read more about We need urban trees more than ever – here’s how to save them from extreme heat">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Paul Ginns, Associate Professor in Educational Psychology, University of Sydney Oleksandr P/Pexels Around Australia, Year 12 students are heading into the final stretch of study before exams start in early term 4. This is typically seen as a very intense period of preparation. But, as our research ... <a title="How to manage exam season: don’t forget to take regular breaks and breathe" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/how-to-manage-exam-season-dont-forget-to-take-regular-breaks-and-breathe-213982/" aria-label="Read more about How to manage exam season: don’t forget to take regular breaks and breathe">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Olympia Nelson, PhD Candidate in Modern Greek & Byzantine Studies specialising in Byzantine art and literature, University of Sydney Mary of Egypt, The Pantanassa Monastery, Mystras, Peloponnese, Greece Olympia Nelson, CC BY-ND Mary of Egypt, a fourth-century saint with a large medieval following, had a thriving and ... <a title="‘An insatiable and unrestrained desire for passionate love’: the holy slut-shaming of Mary of Egypt" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/an-insatiable-and-unrestrained-desire-for-passionate-love-the-holy-slut-shaming-of-mary-of-egypt-210805/" aria-label="Read more about ‘An insatiable and unrestrained desire for passionate love’: the holy slut-shaming of Mary of Egypt">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra The government will commit $41 million for technical and further education and “higher apprenticeships” when it releases its white paper on employment on Monday. Of this, $31 million will be for new TAFE “centres of excellence” and $10 million will ... <a title="Employment white paper to deliver more highly qualified workers in net zero, care and digitisation" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/employment-white-paper-to-deliver-more-highly-qualified-workers-in-net-zero-care-and-digitisation-214229/" aria-label="Read more about Employment white paper to deliver more highly qualified workers in net zero, care and digitisation">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra The government will commit $41 million for technical and further education and “higher apprenticeships” when it releases its white paper on employment on Monday. Of this, $31 million will be for new TAFE “centres of excellence” and $10 million will ... <a title="Employment white paper to deliver more highly qualified graduates in net zero, care and digitisation" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/employment-white-paper-to-deliver-more-highly-qualified-graduates-in-net-zero-care-and-digitisation-214229/" aria-label="Read more about Employment white paper to deliver more highly qualified graduates in net zero, care and digitisation">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
SPECIAL REPORT: By Yamin Kogoya Prominent West Papuan independence activist Victor Yeimo was yesterday released from prison in Jayapura, Indonesia’s occupied capital of West Papua, sparking a massive celebration among thousands of Papuans. His release has ignited a spirit of unity among Papuans in their fight against what they refer to as racism, colonialism, and ... <a title="Release of Victor Yeimo from Indonesian prison rekindles West Papuan fight against racism" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/release-of-victor-yeimo-from-indonesian-prison-rekindles-west-papuan-fight-against-racism/" aria-label="Read more about Release of Victor Yeimo from Indonesian prison rekindles West Papuan fight against racism">Read more</a>
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September 24, 2023
COMMENTARY: By John Mitchell in Suva On Thursday, the whole world celebrated the International Day of Peace. Although the UN day is not as famous as others, like World Press Freedom Day, International Women’s Day or World Teacher’s Day, it is important nevertheless. The UN General Assembly has set aside the special day to help ... <a title="John Mitchell: Blessed are the peacemakers – why this day is so vital" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/24/john-mitchell-blessed-are-the-peacemakers-why-this-day-is-so-vital/" aria-label="Read more about John Mitchell: Blessed are the peacemakers – why this day is so vital">Read more</a>
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September 24, 2023
Pacific Media Watch The International Press Institute (IPI) has condemned the arrest and interrogation of French journalist Ariane Lavrilleux and demanded her immediate release. She was released after 39 hours in custody. IPI has also called on French law enforcement authorities to ensure full respect for international media freedom standards on source protection. Lavrilleux, a ... <a title="IPI condemns arrest of investigative journalist Ariane Lavrilleux over ‘Egypt papers’" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/24/ipi-condemns-arrest-of-investigative-journalist-ariane-lavrilleux-over-egypt-papers/" aria-label="Read more about IPI condemns arrest of investigative journalist Ariane Lavrilleux over ‘Egypt papers’">Read more</a>
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September 23, 2023
By Meri Radinibaravi in Suva A recent investigation by The Fiji Times has found that former attorney-general and FijiFirst party (FF) general-secretary Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum did not declare the value of shares he owns in two companies, as per the asset declarations filed with the Fijian Elections Office since 2017. Section 24 of the Political Parties ... <a title="Spotlight on Fiji’s former AG Sayed-Khaiyum over undeclared wealth" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/23/spotlight-on-fijis-former-ag-sayed-khaiyum-over-undeclared-wealth/" aria-label="Read more about Spotlight on Fiji’s former AG Sayed-Khaiyum over undeclared wealth">Read more</a>
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September 23, 2023
By Grace Salmang in Port Moresby Reconstruction and renovation work for dormitories, laboratories, mess and tutorial rooms is currently underway at the University of Papua New Guinea’s School of Medicine and Health Sciences. This is following a sit-in protest a week ago by students led by Student’s Representative Council (SRC) representative Elizah Sap demanding the ... <a title="Work in progress for PNG’s medical school – fast-tracked after protest" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/23/work-in-progress-for-pngs-medical-school-fast-tracked-after-protest/" aria-label="Read more about Work in progress for PNG’s medical school – fast-tracked after protest">Read more</a>
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September 23, 2023
By Iliesa Tora, RNZ Pacific sports journalist in Saint-Étienne, France Argentinian winger Emiliano Boffelli scored all his team’s points as they defeated Manu Samoa 19-10 at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard in Saint-Étienne, France, yesterday in a Rugby World Cup pool D match. That gave the Pumas their first win at the tournament and keeps their hopes ... <a title="RWC2023: Boffelli lifts Pumas to win as Manu Samoa rues lost chances" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/23/rwc2023-boffelli-lifts-pumas-to-win-as-manu-samoa-rues-lost-chances/" aria-label="Read more about RWC2023: Boffelli lifts Pumas to win as Manu Samoa rues lost chances">Read more</a>
