What are the risks we face from volcanoes? ▶
In her inaugural lecture held at the University of Auckland, Professor Jan Lindsay gives an insight into her research into volcanoes all over the world. A consistent focus of her research has been on improving societal resilience to volcanic hazards – in the early...
What can we learn from the 2008 New Zealand-China Free Trade Agreement?
By Murat Üngör and Samuel Verevis New Zealand was the first developed country to commence FTA negotiations with China. In November 2004, New Zealand and China launched FTA negotiations and in April 2008, New Zealand became the first OECD country to successfully...
What is the state of democracy in Latin America?
By Francesc Badia i Dalmases This year’s election cycle will tell us whether political systems in the region can deal with social tensions made worse by the pandemic. Aseries of elections in Latin America this year, either held already or scheduled to take place, are...
Can peace come to Yemen? 🔊
Since 2014, Yemen has been embroiled in an ongoing civil war. In the process, it has become the salient battleground for the ongoing rivalry between Saudi Arabia and Iran and has been described as the world’s worst humanitarian disaster by the UN. What are the...
What causes the loss of smell in COVID-19?
By Helen Murray New research shows that SARS-CoV-2 infection can cause significant damage to the olfactory bulb and brainstem and highlights the importance of monitoring the neurological symptoms of COVID-19. Although COVID-19 is primarily a respiratory disease, many...
How is climate change impacting New Zealand’s biodiversity?
By Cate Macinnis-Ng & Angus Mcintosh Many New Zealand species are already at risk because of predators and habitat loss. Climate change makes things worse. Islands are biodiversity hotspots. They are home to 20% of the world’s plants and animals yet cover only 5%...
How will climate change affect infrastructure? 🔊
Climate change is the biggest issue facing the world as we head further into the century. Flooding, drought, and rising sea levels are just some of the major climate events that are already affecting millions. One of the major issues, as a result, is how...
Is it time for New Zealand to leave Afghanistan?
By Robert Patman & Ryan Webb New Zealand can take some pride from the largely positive contribution it has made in nation-building and advancing human rights in Afghanistan, says Robert Patman and Ryan Webb. Following the attacks of September 11, 2001, few...
How can we combat domestic terrorism and hate crimes? 🔊
The United States Department of Justice has a new head with the confirmation of Merrick Garland as Attorney General. One of Garland’s strengths is his experience and involvement in the successful prosecution of terrorism in the US, most notably with Timothy...Subscribe by Email
Completely spam free, opt out any time.
This form is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
