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Human Rights Watch: New Zealand’s human rights record is flagged as worsening, with new Human Rights Measurement Initiative data putting rights to food and work in the “very bad” range and noting particular risk for Māori, disabled people and children. Matariki Culture: Tāmaki Makaurau’s best early-morning spots to catch the Matariki star cluster are spotlighted, from Ōmaru/Point England Reserve to coastal and city-friendly viewpoints. Tourism & Visas: A visa-waiver trial is credited with a surge in Chinese tourist arrivals, while Indonesia’s immigration chief warns expanded visa-free access could bring “low-quality tourists.” Film & Community: Chinese-language film “Dear You” premieres in Auckland, drawing overseas Chinese audiences and sparking talk of shared hometown ties. Local Music Breakthrough: Rotorua producer Sonny Bishop lands a major Chris Brown album placement, describing how the track was built quickly from his own home setup. Public Health Misinformation: An anti-sunscreen social media trend is raising alarm among experts, who want better sun-safety education before summer. Sports (NZ angle): Black Caps vs England, third Test day one at Trent Bridge, with key NZ players ruled out and Devon Conway praised for commitment. Environment & Rights: Peru’s municipalities grant stingless bees legal rights, allowing Indigenous groups and conservationists to act in court for the insects’ survival.

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