The chart of the Doomsday Clock since its inception in 1947. This was made before the 2026 adjustment to 85 seconds to midnight (Wikipedia). In 1947, noting the accelerating post-W.W.2. arms race between the U.S.S.R. and the western world, the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists was established. Then, before climate change registered as a potential problem, … Continue reading New Zealand’s prospects if we have W.W.3
The need to reform N.Z.’s energy sector
Marsden Point refinery should not be the only energy infrastructure we invest in. (Wikipedia) As the U.S./Israel war against Iran continues, it is clear that Iran holds a degree of geopolitical influence in the Middle East that many have overlooked. It also highlights how important a body of salt water between Iran and Saudi Arabia … Continue reading The need to reform N.Z.’s energy sector
Maori Party hiding in from N.Z. public
Maori Party co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi (Radio N.Z.) Yesterday marked 7 months to the 7 November New Zealand general election, an event that could define New Zealand for decades to come. It is an election in a year where New Zealand's preparedness for international crises is being tested. With the worst possibly still … Continue reading Maori Party hiding in from N.Z. public
Six months from N.Z. election, is Luxon fit for Prime Minister?
Fuel prices in Christchurch a week ago (R. Glennie) It is 05 April 2026, and as New Zealand go about their Easter break and the start of the school holidays, National Party M.P.'s will be quietly alarmed with the most recent polls. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has a grand opportunity to turn around the barrage … Continue reading Six months from N.Z. election, is Luxon fit for Prime Minister?
The Labour M.P., who could give Winston Peters a foreign policy challenge
Labour M.P. and potential Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vanushi Walters (Herald/Mark Mitchell) A couple of weeks ago, Labour announced it was having an overhaul of its front line spokespeople. As a non-Labour voter wondering what Hipkins is doing to rejuvenate his front bench, the reshuffle was expected. Many of the announcements were fairly expected, but … Continue reading The Labour M.P., who could give Winston Peters a foreign policy challenge