Pink and white terraces of New Zealand (1860-1879) J.C. Hoyte. Image via Flickr.
All you need to know about the world this morning, curated by bFM and VICE NZ.New Zealand Researchers Find Hidden Wonder
The eighth natural wonder of the world may have been rediscovered in New Zealand.
Researchers say the Pink and White Terraces of Lake Rotomahana were buried by volcanic eruptions of Mount Tarawera 131 years ago. The terraces, described as dramatic cascading pools, attracted tourists from around the globe in the mid 1800s.
Researchers Rex Bunn and Dr Sascha Nolden claim to have found where the terraces may lie preserved, roughly 10 to 15 metres below the surface. They say a full archaeological survey is needed to excavate the site.Labour Launches New Immigration Policy
The Labour Party have announced their immigration policy plan to cut immigration numbers by 20,000 to 30,000 a year.
The policy, announced yesterday afternoon, outlines how Labour is taking a "fresh approach" to immigration, and proposes how New Zealand needs to take a "breather" on migrant intake so we can catch up on infrastructure.
Part of the policy also involves closing off the ability to work during and after study for international students doing low-level courses.
"National's policies have created a backdoor to residency via low-level study and low-skill work," Labour leader Andrew Little says. "These have had the perverse effect that a 23-year-old with a New Zealand diploma and three years' experience in retail can get more points towards residency than a 45-year-old oncologist who wants to migrate here."
But the policy hasn't been devoid of criticism—MPs from other parties have labeled the move as being "all about race", and an organisation representing private training colleges says the policy will threaten the tertiary industry if it is implemented.New Plan by Parliament Opens Debate Over Water Fluoridation
A new plan by parliament to leave water fluoridation in the hands of community district health boards has sparked significant debate.
Giving control of fluoridation levels to district health boards gives communities the opportunity to decide what levels of fluoride is appropriate for them. However discussions continue as to whether the known health benefits of water fluoridation is worth the potential unknown risks.
Otago University's Associate Professor of Preventive Dentistry, Jonathan Broadbent, believes that although the potential risks of fluoride are unknown, the known benefits are so great that it would be irresponsible to increase restrictions.
The fluoridation of New Zealand's drinking water has been given $12 million in the recent budget.Theresa May to Clean Up Mess She Created
Last night Theresa May promised to get her Conservative Party out of the mess she created in losing her Commons majority.
In what is called a brave move by fellow Tory MPs, May attested "I got us into this mess, and I'll get us out of it". The speech was met with loud applause as 1922 Committee MP's hammered on desks. Her statement follows various high-profile errors in the campaign, which saw the Tory party lose majority on the green benches.
May's Party remains in negotiations ahead of Monday's scheduled Queen's Speech.Melania Trump makes her move into The White House
Melania Trump and son Barron have made the move to Washington DC, five months after Donald Trump took office.
Melania is the first First Lady to delay moving into the White House, saying she wanted her son Barron to be able to finish the school year.
The move comes with wide criticism, as the additional security expenses to the US taxpayer were estimated to total more than $18 million.
Melania tweeted she was excited about the transition to her new home.Hundreds Detained at Protests in Russia
Hundreds of people have been detained at anti-corruption rallies in Moscow and St Petersburg.
Russians were called on to take to the streets on Monday—Russia Day—to express their anger on alleged corruption regarding Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev.
Moscow police say 5000 people took part in the demonstration. Opposition leader Alexei Navalny was detained at his home ahead of the protests. About 500 of the 3500 people who attended the St Petersburg demonstrations were detained.Reporting by Tess Barnett, Adel Abied, Momoko Burgess and Lucy Redwood.
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The eighth natural wonder of the world may have been rediscovered in New Zealand.
Researchers say the Pink and White Terraces of Lake Rotomahana were buried by volcanic eruptions of Mount Tarawera 131 years ago. The terraces, described as dramatic cascading pools, attracted tourists from around the globe in the mid 1800s.
Researchers Rex Bunn and Dr Sascha Nolden claim to have found where the terraces may lie preserved, roughly 10 to 15 metres below the surface. They say a full archaeological survey is needed to excavate the site.Labour Launches New Immigration Policy
The Labour Party have announced their immigration policy plan to cut immigration numbers by 20,000 to 30,000 a year.
The policy, announced yesterday afternoon, outlines how Labour is taking a "fresh approach" to immigration, and proposes how New Zealand needs to take a "breather" on migrant intake so we can catch up on infrastructure.
Part of the policy also involves closing off the ability to work during and after study for international students doing low-level courses.
"National's policies have created a backdoor to residency via low-level study and low-skill work," Labour leader Andrew Little says. "These have had the perverse effect that a 23-year-old with a New Zealand diploma and three years' experience in retail can get more points towards residency than a 45-year-old oncologist who wants to migrate here."
But the policy hasn't been devoid of criticism—MPs from other parties have labeled the move as being "all about race", and an organisation representing private training colleges says the policy will threaten the tertiary industry if it is implemented.
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A new plan by parliament to leave water fluoridation in the hands of community district health boards has sparked significant debate.
Giving control of fluoridation levels to district health boards gives communities the opportunity to decide what levels of fluoride is appropriate for them. However discussions continue as to whether the known health benefits of water fluoridation is worth the potential unknown risks.
Otago University's Associate Professor of Preventive Dentistry, Jonathan Broadbent, believes that although the potential risks of fluoride are unknown, the known benefits are so great that it would be irresponsible to increase restrictions.
The fluoridation of New Zealand's drinking water has been given $12 million in the recent budget.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Last night Theresa May promised to get her Conservative Party out of the mess she created in losing her Commons majority.
In what is called a brave move by fellow Tory MPs, May attested "I got us into this mess, and I'll get us out of it". The speech was met with loud applause as 1922 Committee MP's hammered on desks. Her statement follows various high-profile errors in the campaign, which saw the Tory party lose majority on the green benches.
May's Party remains in negotiations ahead of Monday's scheduled Queen's Speech.Melania Trump makes her move into The White House
Melania Trump and son Barron have made the move to Washington DC, five months after Donald Trump took office.
Melania is the first First Lady to delay moving into the White House, saying she wanted her son Barron to be able to finish the school year.
The move comes with wide criticism, as the additional security expenses to the US taxpayer were estimated to total more than $18 million.
Melania tweeted she was excited about the transition to her new home.Hundreds Detained at Protests in Russia
Hundreds of people have been detained at anti-corruption rallies in Moscow and St Petersburg.
Russians were called on to take to the streets on Monday—Russia Day—to express their anger on alleged corruption regarding Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev.
Moscow police say 5000 people took part in the demonstration. Opposition leader Alexei Navalny was detained at his home ahead of the protests. About 500 of the 3500 people who attended the St Petersburg demonstrations were detained.Reporting by Tess Barnett, Adel Abied, Momoko Burgess and Lucy Redwood.