Two weak positive results have arisen from ESR’s routine wastewater surveillance testing for COVID-19 in Wellington, reported this weekend. These results are likely […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Default KiwiSaver funds to exclude fossil fuel investments – Expert Reaction
Default KiwiSaver schemes will no longer include investments in fossil fuel production, the Government announced today. The news is part […]
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Therapy on ecstasy could treat severe PTSD – Expert Reaction
U.S. researchers have found that MDMA-assisted therapy significantly reduced symptoms of severe PTSD in patients. Ninety people with severe PTSD […]
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“Weak links” found at every point in pandemic response – Expert Reaction
The pandemic was a “preventable disaster”, says an international panel that reviewed the global COVID-19 response. It calls for immediate […]
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Gun ban for ‘high-risk people’ – Expert Reaction
New Firearms Prohibition Orders will make it illegal for gangs and organised crime networks to own or use guns. A second […]
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Self-test for cervical cancer funded – Expert Reaction
A new test that gives women the option to self-screen for cervical cancer, and a more proactive breast screening system, will […]
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Flights paused from Sydney to NZ – Expert Reaction
Flights between the Australian state of New South Wales and New Zealand will stop for 48 hours, starting at 11:59pm […]
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What would a dry winter mean for the country? – Expert Reaction
New Zealand may be heading into a dry winter following a month of near record-breaking dry patches across the country. […]
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Child physical punishment still common – Expert Reaction
New data from more than 700 Kiwis suggests physical discipline of children by parents dropped between 2002 and 2017. However, the […]
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Input on glyphosate sought – Expert Reaction
Industry and the public are being asked for information about the use of the herbicide glyphosate, in a new consultation by the EPA. […]
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