Tag: New Zealand

New Zealand faces strong criticism for not recognizing Palestine

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Desk Report: The New Zealand government’s decision to not recognize Palestine as a state has sparked strong reactions both within the country and internationally. Opposition parties, including former Prime Minister Helen Clark, have said the decision has put the country on the wrong side of history. In a speech to the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday (September 27), New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters said that while New Zealand is committed to a two-state solution, it will not recognize Palestine right now. According to him, the war in Gaza…

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Action to be taken if rural electricity workers do not report to work within 24 hours: Electricity Department

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Desk Reports: Action to be taken if rural electricity workers do not report to work within 24 hours: Electricity Department The Power Division of the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources has called upon the officers and employees of 80 Rural Electrification Associations (PBIS) under the Rural Electrification Board (REB) across the country to report to work within the next 24 hours. The Power Division will take legal action against those officers and employees who are absent from work within these 24 hours. This information was given in a…

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What are the results of New Zealand banning mobile phones in schools?

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Desk Reports: A year after New Zealand banned mobile phones in schools, mixed experiences have emerged. The government’s aim was to increase student focus and reduce distractions in class, but the decision has drawn mixed reactions from students, teachers and parents. In April 2024, Prime Minister Christopher Lacson announced that eliminating mobile phone distractions is essential for children’s learning and success. Similar bans have been introduced in various countries around the world, including Australia, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and China. However, research has shown that this does not always…

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