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Everything you need to know about the world this morning, curated by 95bFM and VICE NZ.New Zealand Population Expected to Exceed Six Million by the End of the Century
New Zealand's population is expected to grow by 1.4 million between now and the year 2100, according to a new UN report.
It estimates that world population as a whole will grow by around 83 million people a year, largely as a result of rapid population growth in Africa.
However, China, the world's most populated country, is expected to peak in 2030 and then decline.
The report also says Kiwis live for 82 years on average, which is expected to be the global average by 2100.Diesel Trains Will Derail Electric Vehicle Bonuses
A renewable energy expert is saying KiwiRail's decision to move back to diesel-powered trains will undo all the emissions saved by New Zealand's electric vehicles.
This critique comes after KiwiRail announced last year that it would be moving trains on the main line to diesel-power.
Massey University professor Ralph Sims said moving back to diesel trains will produce an extra 12 thousand tonnes of carbon dioxide per year. He said this will more than cancel out the nine thousand tonnes of emissions New Zealand saves by using electric vehicles.
However, KiwiRail say diesel is better for the environment than electric trains, as it allows them to carry freight more easily than trucks.National Party Conference Overshadowed By Todd Debacle
The National Party had hoped their election year conference over the weekend would focus on their current election goals—but questions about Clutha-Southland MP Todd Barclay's covert recording of his employee and the party's handling of the situation dominated discussions instead.
Prime Minister Bill English also revealed on the weekend that Todd Barclay offered to play him the recording of the staff member. English said he declined the offer because he wasn't directly involved in the employment dispute, and that he didn't believe it "was appropriate" for him to listen to the recording.132 Killed By Oil Tanker Explosion
An overturned oil tanker exploded in Pakistan, killing at least 132 people and injuring 80.
Victims gathered around the tanker when spilt fuel from the vehicle ignited after it overturned when trying to make a sharp turn.
Firefighters fought the flames for over two hours before finally extinguishing the fire.
An estimated 20 children are among the dead, and 40 serious burn victims were airlifted to hospitals nearby.
The driver of the tanker survived the accident and has been taken into police custody.60 Towers In England Found To Have Unsafe Cladding
Sixty high-rise buildings across England have been found with unsafe cladding as the government ramps up testing after the tragic Grenfell Tower fire.
The UK's communities and local government secretary said so far, none of the buildings that have submitted cladding samples have passed safety tests.
In Camden, thousands of people have been evacuated from an estate so urgent fire safety work can begin. Two Auckland buildings have been found with the combustible panels and councils in Wellington and Christchurch are beginning to check their high-rise buildings.LGBT Turkish Activists Detained, Police Fire Rubber Bullets
Ten LGBT activists in Turkey have been detained at a gay pride march, which was banned by authorities. Police outnumbered the 40 marchers in Istanbul, firing rubber bullets to disperse the group.
Homosexuality is not illegal in Turkey, but the governor's office claims far-right groups pose a threat and they were concerned about public order.
The rally's organisers said they will keep fighting for their pride and that banning the march rather than increasing the event's safety is undemocratic.
For years the march was a popular and peaceful event, but it has been banned by the country's conservative government for three years running.China Landslide Leaves More Than 100 Missing
A landslide in China has buried a village in the Maoxian county, leaving more than 100 people missing.
Heavy rain is being treated as the main cause of the landslide, as the rock-and-boulder-heavy top section of the mountain began to loosen.
Three survivors were found on Saturday and 15 bodies have been recovered, with at least 118 people still feared to be missing. Geological experts are saying that the chance of finding any more survivors is becoming slim.Reporting by Alessandra Nixon, Mark Casson, India Essuah and Ximena Smith
LOCAL NEWS
New Zealand's population is expected to grow by 1.4 million between now and the year 2100, according to a new UN report.
It estimates that world population as a whole will grow by around 83 million people a year, largely as a result of rapid population growth in Africa.
However, China, the world's most populated country, is expected to peak in 2030 and then decline.
The report also says Kiwis live for 82 years on average, which is expected to be the global average by 2100.Diesel Trains Will Derail Electric Vehicle Bonuses
A renewable energy expert is saying KiwiRail's decision to move back to diesel-powered trains will undo all the emissions saved by New Zealand's electric vehicles.
This critique comes after KiwiRail announced last year that it would be moving trains on the main line to diesel-power.
Massey University professor Ralph Sims said moving back to diesel trains will produce an extra 12 thousand tonnes of carbon dioxide per year. He said this will more than cancel out the nine thousand tonnes of emissions New Zealand saves by using electric vehicles.
However, KiwiRail say diesel is better for the environment than electric trains, as it allows them to carry freight more easily than trucks.
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The National Party had hoped their election year conference over the weekend would focus on their current election goals—but questions about Clutha-Southland MP Todd Barclay's covert recording of his employee and the party's handling of the situation dominated discussions instead.
Prime Minister Bill English also revealed on the weekend that Todd Barclay offered to play him the recording of the staff member. English said he declined the offer because he wasn't directly involved in the employment dispute, and that he didn't believe it "was appropriate" for him to listen to the recording.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
An overturned oil tanker exploded in Pakistan, killing at least 132 people and injuring 80.
Victims gathered around the tanker when spilt fuel from the vehicle ignited after it overturned when trying to make a sharp turn.
Firefighters fought the flames for over two hours before finally extinguishing the fire.
An estimated 20 children are among the dead, and 40 serious burn victims were airlifted to hospitals nearby.
The driver of the tanker survived the accident and has been taken into police custody.60 Towers In England Found To Have Unsafe Cladding
Sixty high-rise buildings across England have been found with unsafe cladding as the government ramps up testing after the tragic Grenfell Tower fire.
The UK's communities and local government secretary said so far, none of the buildings that have submitted cladding samples have passed safety tests.
In Camden, thousands of people have been evacuated from an estate so urgent fire safety work can begin. Two Auckland buildings have been found with the combustible panels and councils in Wellington and Christchurch are beginning to check their high-rise buildings.LGBT Turkish Activists Detained, Police Fire Rubber Bullets
Ten LGBT activists in Turkey have been detained at a gay pride march, which was banned by authorities. Police outnumbered the 40 marchers in Istanbul, firing rubber bullets to disperse the group.
Homosexuality is not illegal in Turkey, but the governor's office claims far-right groups pose a threat and they were concerned about public order.
The rally's organisers said they will keep fighting for their pride and that banning the march rather than increasing the event's safety is undemocratic.
For years the march was a popular and peaceful event, but it has been banned by the country's conservative government for three years running.China Landslide Leaves More Than 100 Missing
A landslide in China has buried a village in the Maoxian county, leaving more than 100 people missing.
Heavy rain is being treated as the main cause of the landslide, as the rock-and-boulder-heavy top section of the mountain began to loosen.
Three survivors were found on Saturday and 15 bodies have been recovered, with at least 118 people still feared to be missing. Geological experts are saying that the chance of finding any more survivors is becoming slim.Reporting by Alessandra Nixon, Mark Casson, India Essuah and Ximena Smith