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In the 1960s, New Zealand sheep farmers expanded wool production as the industry flourished. Years later, growing global demand for natural fibres and rising synthetic fabric costs produced an unexpected comeback, making wool profitable again after years of decline- New Zealand changes parent visa rules from October 2026: 90% by queue, 10% via ballot system
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- Tibetan Proverb of the Day: "Better to live one day as a tiger than a thousand years as a sheep" — Life lessons on fearless living, courage, resilience, authenticity, inner strength and choosing meaningful life is over a comfortable oneProverb of the day explores an ancient Tibetan saying that reminds us true courage is measured not by how long we live but by how boldly we...06 Aug, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- New Zealand eases resident visa health rules; Hepatitis B, C no longer automatic hurdleNew Zealand has eased health assessment rules for resident visa applicants. Hepatitis B and C are no longer high-cost conditions for migran...06 Aug, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
- India's Test transition hurt by exit of seniors: Ajinkya RahaneAjinkya Rahane believes Test cricket needs more senior players on the team. He stated that the departure of multiple senior players has imp...05 Aug, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
- Yen finds footing after intervention, dollar near 6-week low on Mideast hopesCurrency markets took a breather as the Japanese yen gained traction, influenced by recent intervention measures. Meanwhile, the U.S. dolla...05 Aug, 2026, 07.35 AM IST
- In Detroit, residents began turning vacant lots into urban farms, and today the city says it has more than 2,200 gardens and farmsDetroit's urban farming movement began with residents planting on vacant lots. This grassroots effort gained momentum after the 2008 financ...04 Aug, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
- Nauru: World's 3rd-smallest country, at just 21 square kilometres and about 12,000 people, changed its name to Naoero. Here's all about itNauru has officially changed its name to the Republic of Naoero. This move restores the nation's traditional indigenous identity and pronun...03 Aug, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
- Massachusetts farm installs 832 solar panels above berry fields, and the berries grown underneath turned out sweeter and juicier and could change the future of American farmingA Massachusetts farm is integrating solar panels above berry fields. This agrivoltaics project generates electricity while shading the crop...02 Aug, 2026, 09.19 PM IST
- Cricket: Back as skipper Joe Root won't 'rip up' England's Bazball blueprintRoot was appointed as skipper following Stokes' shock retirement from international duty during England's Test series defeat to New Zealand...02 Aug, 2026, 12.10 AM IST
- New Zealand announces major overhaul of seasonal worker scheme; changes from 2027New Zealand's Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme will see reforms starting in 2027. These changes aim to simplify recruitment and improve ...01 Aug, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
- In 1837, New Zealand fur promoters released Australian possums to build a new industry; the first attempt failed, so settlers kept trying until the animals invaded the countryNew Zealand settlers introduced Australian possums in 1837 for a fur trade venture. This initial plan failed, but subsequent attempts event...30 Jul, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
- At about 11,000 feet, a Tibetan Plateau solar farm still used for sheep grazing made nearby soil freeze earlier and thaw laterA solar farm in Tibet has unexpectedly made the ground colder. Researchers found the soil beneath panels stayed frozen for fifty extra days...30 Jul, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
- New Zealand grants first offshore petroleum permit since reversing exploration banNew Zealand's government has issued its first offshore petroleum exploration permit. This action follows the reversal of a ban previously i...29 Jul, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
- In 1861, an English lord sent three red deer to New Zealand for sport; the animals multiplied until government hunters were killing 50,000 a yearThree deer introduced in 1861 multiplied into a national crisis. New Zealand's government hired men to kill 50,000 deer annually. These cul...28 Jul, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
- In the 1770s, Captain Cook released pigs and goats in New Zealand to feed future sailors; their feral descendants began destroying native bushCaptain Cook introduced pigs and goats to New Zealand's Ship Cove in 1770 for future sailors. These animals became significant threats to n...28 Jul, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
- New Zealand refuses to reveal document allegedly showing preferential visa treatment for IndiansNew Zealand has refused to release a confidential government document that Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says contains proposals for...27 Jul, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
- Best Italian proverb of the day: "A sheep-like sky brings rain in bucketloads" A life lesson on paying attention to the signs of changeBest Italian proverb of the day: An Italian proverb connects sheep-like clouds to impending heavy rain. This saying reflects traditional we...22 Jul, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
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