1038 days ago

We Say/You Say: Policing social media

Reporter Upper Hutt Leader

Hi Upper Hutt,

Three tools have been trialled or used by Police to search publicly available information during investigations, but they will not reveal which ones.

Some of these have sparked controversy overseas, including one tool that was used to track Black Lives Matter protesters or monitor electronic chatter.

Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has defended using these digital tools, and faced criticism for it, with digital rights groups worried online surveillance is escalating.

Auckland technologist Andrew Chen has argued police need to more transparent when deploying a tool and its justification.

Police said the 2020 stocktake was a "snapshot" only and was only revealing what it could to build public confidence.

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7 hours ago

PROPHECIES OF 2024 SHOW PROMISE

Michael from Trentham

Sixteenth century prophet, Nostradamus predictions for 2024 are quite numerous and as interpreted by some are promising to come to fruition already.

Ailing Pope Francis will die or retire and be replaced as pope by an African Carrdinal or Bishop.

Donald Trump will be elected President of USA and consequently turmoil will resume in the USA and the world.

Terrible weather and other disasters of nature will occur that will affect the world.

Conflict between nations will intensify and spill over.

King Charles will die or abdicate, Prince William will reject taking the mantle and it willl be left to Prince Harry to be installed as King.

The Hurricanes will win the Super Rugby Pacifica championship and the All Blacks will have an unbeaten year under the coaching of Scot Robertson.

17 hours ago

Just 2 weeks to go to the start of Maidstone Tai Chi classes!

Andrew from Birchville

Hi everyone.

Huge thank you to those of you who have already contacted me and/or signed up for my new Tai Chi classes, beginning in May

Venue: Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub

Wednesday evening classes run from 7pm - 8pm during school terms
First meeting Wednesday 1st May
$90 pre-pay for the term or pay $10 per class each time you attend

Thursday morning classes run from 10am - 11am during school term
First meeting Thursday 2nd May
$90 pre-pay for the term or pay $10 per class each time you attend

For more information go to
www.andrewhardwick.co.nz...
or contact Tai Chi Instructor Andrew Hardwick on 0211532508

I look forward to seeing you there

Andrew

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18 hours ago

Turn downsizing stress into strength

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Downsizing can open the door to a new stage of your life that is rich in opportunity. However, it can be a daunting prospect. If you are embarking on a new chapter of life, the thought of shedding familiar possessions can feel even more stressful. This can be true even if the life changes are a good thing, such as a move to somewhere you will love to live.

Once you understand why you have this feeling, you can reframe it as creating a new environment that will support your present life while reminding you of your best experiences.

Click read more for the full article.

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