Politics & Society
Money, Money, Money: What is the deal with political donations? š
PoliticalĀ donationĀ scandals areĀ dominatingĀ NewĀ ZealandĀ politicsĀ at theĀ momentĀ with the Serious Fraud Office investigating two separate casesĀ involvingĀ donationsĀ to the National Party and theĀ NewĀ ZealandĀ First Foundation.
Whatās at stake in West Papua?
Dr Mark Busse and Sophie Faber examine West Papua’s history to see what’s at stake politically and economically in the current unrest
What role does the United States play in the Israel-Palestine peace process? š
The United States new peace plan for Israel and Palestine departs significantly from past plans. From altered borders, to decreasing the size of land for Palestine, to a lack of commitment to Palestinian sovereignty this is a new approach to peace.
Why are New Zealand houses so damp and mouldy? š
Is the housing stock to blame? Is it the way houses are constructed? Is it the typology? Lillian Hanley spoke with Philippa Howden-Chapman about the state of New Zealandās houses and what effect damp and mouldy homes have on peopleās health and living standards.
Have targeted assassinations become normalised?
According to a new study, the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in combat has worked to normalise the practice of targeted assassinations.
A crisis no more? Refugee journeys through the Balkans
Is there still a refugee crisis in Europe?
How legitimate is proxy warfare? š
Global conflicts have become increasingly more complex, and often, external nations choose to intervene. However, interventions can often be indirect in the form of proxy actors.
Do climate refugees need special protection? š
Last week, the man who would have become the first official climate change refugee, Ioane Teitiota, lost his case to avoid deportation at the United Nations Human Rights Committee.
Why is there a gender pay gap in New Zealand universities? š
New research from the University of Canterbury has revealed a gender pay gap exists in New Zealand universities.
Are public referendums the right way to make law?
In 2020, New Zealanders will vote in two referendums at the general election. Edward WillisĀ investigates whether public referendums are the right way to make law.
Who is killing unionists in the Philippines?
Duterte claims to be fighting crime. But it appears that unionists are being killed with virtual impunity in the Philippines.
Is political change coming to Putinās Russia? š
MajorĀ politicalĀ changeĀ isĀ happeningĀ in Russia right now as President VladimirĀ PutinĀ announced significant constitutionalĀ changesĀ in his annual address to theĀ nation.Ā
What is behind the growing tension in the Middle East? š
FollowingĀ the US drone strike thatĀ killedĀ an Iranian general in Iraq andĀ IranĀ shooting down a Ukrainian passengerĀ airliner, international concerns overĀ securityĀ andĀ legalityĀ haveĀ arisen
Is the United Nations achieving its sustainable development goals? š
In 2015, the United Nations passed the sustainable development goals with targets for poverty reduction, economic development, environmental protection, and political empowerment. How were these goals chosen? Has the UN been achieving their goals?
What needs to be done to prevent a climate-induced collapse? š
Why do sustainable business initiatives so often fail? What fundamental changes do we need from societies and the economic system to stem a climate change-induced collapsed? What economic systems might work on a planet with a finite capacity to sustain life?
What is the Treaty of Waitangi settlement process?
Carwyn Jones outlines the process iwi go through to settle Treaty grievances.
Was the killing of Qasem Soleimani legal under international law? š
Doug Becker discusses the laws of war and the current tensions between the US and Iran with Mark Drumbl, Hannah Garry, and Hamoud Salhi.
Why are Indians protesting a new citizenship law?
A new citizenship law in India has sparked demonstrations across India, with protestors angered by the legislationās exclusion of Muslim refugees.
What could the UK’s foreign policy look like after the general election? š
The United Kingdom goes to the polls on December 12 with Brexit one of the main issues for voters. How will the country vote? Will Brexit finally happen? What will UK foreign policy look like moving forward?
What does a death in Malta have to do with trusts in New Zealand?
What does the death of a journalist in Malta have to do with trusts in New Zealand? Ben Goldson investigates.