The power plays, the conflicts, the drama and the news about the weather: Diary notes from afar as the world meets for the United Nations COP26 climate conference in Glasgow. […]
Climate change conference 2021: Where does NZ stand?
With the opening of the UN climate change summit in Glasgow now just days away, Jamie Morton explains where New Zealand sits within the big show. What are we bringing […]
Colorado 2021 election: One week out, only 10% of votes have been cast
As election day approaches 473,003 ballots have been returned in the state, according to the Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold. Voter Guide Looking for information on those Denver and […]
Budget 2021: Furious Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle suggests ministers should resign over announcements before Rishi Sunaks address to MPs
Ministers should resign for briefing out details of the budget in advance of the chancellor’s address to MPs on Wednesday, the Speaker has suggested. Sir Lindsay Hoyle made his feelings […]
Labour conference 2021: Sir Keir Starmers watered-down rule changes to be put to delegates after bruising party row
Sir Keir Starmer’s watered-down proposals for changing Labour’s rulebook will be put to the party’s conference in Brighton following a bruising internal row. The Labour leader has been forced into […]
Labour conference 2021: Len McCluskey says party faces almost impossible task to win next election under poor leader Sir Keir Starmer
Ex-trade union leader Len McCluskey believes Labour faces an “almost impossible” challenge to win the next general election as he spoke of his pessimism that Sir Keir Starmer could even […]
Denver Rare Beer Tasting 2021 canceled due to COVID-19
A popular Denver beer festival walked back on plans to host a 2021 event this week, offering a somber signal of how the ongoing pandemic could impact fall events. The […]
We’re back, baby: May 2021 is the tipping point for Denver concerts, events and festivals
May seems to continually bring good news for Denver’s beleaguered arts and culture scene, which finally has enough stability to see more than a few feet (or months) ahead of […]
Budget 2021: Credit rating agencies Moody’s, S&P Global’s take on New Zealand’s fiscal position
The world’s biggest credit rating agencies have given their take on New Zealand’s Budget for 2021. Moody’s Investors Service said the Budget highlighted continued improvements to the economic and fiscal […]
Budget 2021: Grant Robertson delivers boost for beneficiaries: The Government’s ‘two-bird-one stone’ Budget
BUDGET AT A GLANCE• The big-ticket item is a $3.3 billion for boosting benefits – by up to $55 per week by April 2022.• Health budget delivers $200m more for […]