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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Glyphosate safety paper retracted after 25 years – Expert Reaction
A peer-reviewed article on the safety of the herbicide glyphosate has been retracted, eight years after ghostwriting from Monsanto employees was revealed […]
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RMA out: fewer plans, fewer consents – Expert Reaction
Two Bills to replace the Resource Management Act are being introduced to Parliament today by the Government. The Planning Bill is […]
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Australia’s teen social media ban takes effect – Expert Reaction
Under-16s across Australia will not be allowed on social media platforms, starting on Wednesday. The European Parliament passed a similar […]
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Roadside drug testing starts in Wellington region this month – Expert Reaction
From mid-December, police will begin testing drivers for THC (cannabis), meth, MDMA (ecstasy) and cocaine. Drivers who test positive will be banned […]
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Shipping and aviation emissions excluded from NZ’s climate targets – Expert Reaction
The Government has decided to not include international shipping and aviation emissions in our 2050 target, going against the Climate Change Commission’s recommendations. Today’s […]
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WHO recommends Ozempic-style weight loss drugs for obesity – Expert Reaction
GLP-1 medications may be used to manage obesity, according to new guidelines released by the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO […]
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Latest research on managing our wildlife – Expert Reaction
An upcoming wildlife conference in Queenstown will look at new challenges and solutions to managing pests and protecting native species. […]
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Climate deal reached at COP30 – Expert Reaction
Wealthy countries have tripled their financial support to help vulnerable nations adapt to the impacts of climate change, but the […]
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Government halts new puberty blocker prescriptions – Expert Reaction
The government is halting new puberty blocker prescriptions for youth with gender dysphoria. From 19 December, new regulations under the Medicines Act […]
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