Two months in the dark can't have been much fun; they must be really pleased to be out finally especially those with children.


https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-61292951

[b]"Dozens of civilians have been evacuated from Mariupol to both Russia-controlled and Ukraine-controlled territory after weeks under siege.[/b]
Some have left the Azovstal steelworks, the last hold-out of Ukrainian troops in the strategically significant city.
Russia said dozens of civilians have arrived in a village it controls.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a large group is also on its way to Zaporizhzhia, which Ukraine maintains control of.


The United Nations confirmed that a "safe passage operation" had begun to evacuate the citizens on Saturday, and that it was involved alongside the Red Cross."

Or is it considered to be in the public domain?

https://tinyurl.com/y3whahb4

A company commissioned by the Government has been monitoring social media comments about the COVID-19 response for almost two years, reporting back every four days.

Documents released to RNZ show Annalect surveilled public comments on Facebook, Twitter, Reddit and other sites, about current topics like 'COVID response', 'virus', 'vaccine rollout', 'economy', 'business and consumers', 'contact tracing' and 'team of 5 million', posted by New Zealanders.

For some reason I have been put on Restricted access, can't post anything on it lol

Isn't doing so well, if this article is right. I wonder if humans will ever evolve sufficiently to end wars - seems unlikely at this stage.


https://www.stuff.co.nz/world/europe/300...ssias-army

"The might of the modern Russian army was supposed to show the world that Russian President Vladimir Putin had restored his country to greatness after the humiliation of the Soviet collapse.

This has to be a good thing, probably needed to happen sooner,  will it make much difference? since the old cards will still be valid...

Quote:ÔÇ£The new process is being introduced to make sure people who have genuine reasons for not being able to wear a mask have more certainty in being able to demonstrate that.

ÔÇ£For the business community, the new cards will mean evidence that a person with the new card is exempt from the requirement to wear a mask, removing uncertainty that businesses have been dealing with.

ÔÇ£WeÔÇÖve recognised that for some people an impairment, health conditions, a physical disability or mental health reasons can mean wearing a mask isnÔÇÖt possible. These reasons arenÔÇÖt always obvious or easy to explain and thatÔÇÖs left some New Zealanders whoÔÇÖre genuinely unable to wear a mask not being able to access the businesses and services they normally would.

https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/new-...ncertainty

Utterly ruthless - just lock them up, no trial & no prospect of one, until eventually people become so dispirited they'll plead guilty. How to snuff out democracy & protest.


https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-61235777


[b]"China's national security law imposed on Hong Kong nearly two years ago has completely changed the territory's political landscape.[/b]
Free speech has been curtailed, civil society groups have closed down and only Beijing-approved candidates can stand in elections.
The law has also upended several long-standing legal principles - with one of the most radical changes relating to bail.


Previously, defendants would usually remain free until their trial, but under the national security law the presumption is that they will be remanded in custody after being charged.

Critics say this pre-trial detention undermines the idea of innocence until proven guilty - and is designed to break the will of those accused."

A Hamilton East street and park have been gifted new names to better reflect the cityÔÇÖs heritage.

Von Tempsky St will become Putikitiki St and the nearby Dawson Park will be Te Wehenga Park in line with a Hamilton City Council community committee vote on Tuesday night.

For crying out loud why? Think of the cost of doing this, think of all the maps that will need to be altered, think of all the satnavs telling you there is no such street, I wonder who was trying to keep their job by suggesting this, Von Tempsky St has had its name for as long as I can remember.

Bloody council!!!


https://tinyurl.com/yyp3kfq4

Its very seldom that I agree with a politician, but this may be what's needed or a part of it - assuming changes are eventually made. This won't go down well among many Nat voters.



https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/politic...principles

"Revenue Minister David Parker will introduce a bill which would set out principles of fairness in the tax system.

https://www.1news.co.nz/2022/04/25/elon-...5-billion/

Quick poll to see how many have caught covid.