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New research challenges the idea of a ‘vicious cycle’ between psychological distress and conspiracy beliefs

13 October 2025

One prominent theory says conspiracy beliefs are triggered by elevated distress. But a new study finds limited evidence to support this claim.

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A Dunedin man allegedly speeding in a car stolen from his own grandmother - has been charged
	13 Oct: A Dunedin man allegedly speeding in a car stolen from his own grandmother - has been charged... more

A Coroner's found wearing a life jacket and proper boat repairs - might have prevented a 51-year-old's death in the Hauraki Gulf
	13 Oct: A Coroner's found wearing a life jacket and proper boat repairs - might have prevented a 51-year-old's death in the Hauraki Gulf... more

Invercargill's Aurora College remains in lockdown, after reports of an assault at the school
	13 Oct: Invercargill's Aurora College remains in lockdown, after reports of an assault at the school... more

How László Krasznahorkai’s Nobel-prize winning genius slowly spread around Europe
	13 Oct: It took over a decade for the Hungarian novelist to be recognised in English-speaking countries.... more

Mixed emotions for Kiwi Nelson Asofa-Solomona as he parts ways with the Storm in league's NRL
	13 Oct: Mixed emotions for Kiwi Nelson Asofa-Solomona as he parts ways with the Storm in league's NRL... more

A sporting clash has emerged in Christchurch this Saturday, after Canterbury's extra-time NPC quarter-final triumph over Counties-Manukau
	13 Oct: A sporting clash has emerged in Christchurch this Saturday, after Canterbury's extra-time NPC quarter-final triumph over Counties-Manukau... more

Will Trump’s ceasefire plan really lead to lasting peace in the Middle East? There’s still a long way to go
	13 Oct: There is a great deal of optimism surrounding Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan. But there truth is we’ve been here before.... more

Since 2020, 4 of Australia’s natural World Heritage properties have deteriorated
	13 Oct: Globally important natural areas such as Ningaloo and Shark Bay have been hard hit in recent years. But Macquarie Island is recovering.... more

A child's died in hospital after a house fire in Canterbury's Rakaia over the weekend
	13 Oct: A child's died in hospital after a house fire in Canterbury's Rakaia over the weekend... more

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