Fisheries bill backlash: Critics say Shane Jones backdown not enough
“This is reacting to public pressure and scrapping one aspect of it does not make this bill acceptable.…
Trump defends US Israel strikes on Iran as critics question ‘imminent threat’
“His call for the Iranian people to prepare to take control underscores that the ambitions here are more…
Cultural clash: K-pop superstar G-Dragon divides China fans with ‘Lunar New Year’ greetings
K-pop superstar G-Dragon ignited the ire of Chinese netizens with his choice of “Lunar New Year” greetings during…
Mother of four Marys hits back at critics of unusual baby name choice
Commenters had a range of reactions to the post, with some showing their support for the family and…
As Erica Stanford defends her rapid reforms in our schools, critics say they’re too experimental. Who’s right?
First, she came for cell phones in schools. Then she abolished open-plan classrooms, Treaty of Waitangi obligations for…
Kit Harington hits out at Game of Thrones finale critics and petition
Reflecting on the final season of Game of Thrones, which ran from 2011 until 2019, he thinks one…
Chalamet boosts Oscar bid with Critics Choice Awards win for Marty Supreme
“Josh, you made a story about a flawed man with a relatable dream,” said Chalamet. “And you didn’t…
Moe Palae’ Myanmar Restaurant set to close after citing economic struggles
Viva’s dining out editor Jesse Mulligan spotlighted the restaurant in October and said the hidden gem, which was…
Critics accuse Meghan Markle of using royal ties to sell As Ever gifts
The product notes for the brand’s “signature scent” say, “No. 519 is the feeling of warm sunshine and…
No Kings protests against Trump draw huge crowds across the country
“Good Morning to my fellow Americans who are celebrating No Kings Day today. While most of us celebrate…
Australian actor Ruby Rose publicly defends Taylor Swift against critics
“Given her public position against Trump, and his against her. If you are falling for the propaganda ‘Trad…
Peter Thiel calls Greta Thunberg, AI critics ‘legionnaires of the Antichrist’
In Thiel’s view, the biblical Antichrist is not an evil tech genius but someone who warns of existential…