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Warning on Facebook as court orders two people to pay damages for defamation
Facebook users in Solomon Islands have been warned that while they have the right to post or comment on the popular social media platform, they must do so with care and responsibility.
Updated at 12:53 pm on 11 November 2024
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Eye health centre coming for Port Moresby
It's estimated that 5.6 percent of Papua New Guinea's population aged over 50 years old is living with blindness.
Updated at 12:20 pm on 11 November 2024
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Fijian boxer Ubayd Haider dies after being knocked out in IBO Asia Pacific title fight
Haider, formerly known as Nathan Singh, lost by TKO to Australia-based Runqi during their IBO Asia Pacific Super Featherweight title fight on 26 October.
Updated at 11:37 am on 11 November 2024
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'Preserve, revitalise, and promote' PNG language
Papua New Guinea Pidgin Language Week is being celebrated in New Zealand for the first time.
Updated at 11:12 am on 11 November 2024
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COP29 as a ‘finance COP’ must deliver if we are to heal ‘sick earth’ - Tonga PM
Opinion - Climate change impacts everyone around the world. But it is the Pacific communities that have been unfairly placed on the front line of this escalating crisis, writes Hu'akavameiliku.
Updated at 10:23 am on 11 November 2024
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Flying Fijians edge Wales in Cardiff
First-five Caleb Muntz scored 19 points as Fiji pulled off a surprise 24-19 win over Wales in Cardiff to extend the host's losing streak to 10 matches.
Updated at 7:13 am on 11 November 2024
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Kaltak to lead Vanuatu against All Whites in FIFA World Cup qualifier
Central Coast Mariners defender Brian Kaltak will lead the Vanuatu men's football team in their Oceania World Cup qualifiers in New Zealand this week.
Updated at 7:02 am on 11 November 2024
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Fiji Rugby Union appoints new leadership after AGM in Suva
The union said in a statement that the Interim Board has passed on the baton to the new leadership after a transformative tenure.
Updated at 12:18 pm on 10 November 2024
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Tonga fall short against Romania as Flying Fijians bring back European players for Wales
The 'Ikale Tahi head coach said it was a disappointing finish; meanwhile, the Flying Fijians have named several Europe-based players for their clash against Wales.
Updated at 11:51 am on 10 November 2024
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COP29: Pacific countries cannot be conveniently pigeon-holed
Opinion - Let righteous anger move us to be hopeful and active for justice, writes Rev James Bhagwan
Updated at 11:14 am on 10 November 2024
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'We do not fear any opposition' says Jason Taumalolo ahead of Pacific Cup final
The Tonga XIII co-captain said they are all set to once again play for their fans and families in the Pacific Championships Cup final.
Updated at 7:11 am on 10 November 2024
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Top adminstrators and ex-players nominated for Fiji Rugby Union board
Fijian Drua chief executive Mark Evans and former Flying Fijians head coach Ilivasi Tabua are among the nominees.
Updated at 12:46 pm on 9 November 2024
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Convicted former Fiji prime minister Frank Bainimarama released from prison early
The former Fiji prime minister has been released from prison, six months into his 12 months sentence, the Fiji Corrections Service said on Friday.
Updated at 9:35 am on 9 November 2024
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COP29: A life of living in fear Vanuatu’s ‘new normal’
We cannot afford to normalise these record-breaking temperatures annually, as this trajectory threatens our long-term existence, writes Climate Change Minister John Salong
Updated at 9:35 am on 9 November 2024
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Pasifika-focused mental health service Mapu Maia opens in Christchurch
A New Zealand mental health professional says the need for culturally tailored mental health services can't be overstated.
Updated at 1:42 pm on 8 November 2024
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President Whipps likely to win unless there's a 'miracle - Palau Election Commission
Unofficial results show Whipps ahead of former four-term President Tommy Remengesau Jr by more than 1000 votes, with around 1600 votes yet to be counted.
Updated at 1:22 pm on 8 November 2024
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Pacific Cooperation Foundation strives to reimagine Pacific narrative amid NZ gov cuts
Chief executive Joanna Bourke said the organisation will continue to advocate for the Pacific amid government funding blow.
Updated at 11:12 am on 8 November 2024
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Solomon Islands and China sign visa-free travel agreement
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele said the agreement will allow citizens to travel freely, fostering cultural exchange and enhancing mutual understanding between the two nations.
Updated at 10:29 am on 8 November 2024
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French Polynesia MP reacts to Trump election
Tourism and the environment are among the concerns raised by French Polynesian MP Tepuaraurii Teriitahii in reaction to the reelection of Donald Trump.
Updated at 9:52 am on 8 November 2024
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PNG police deny human organ smuggling claims amid rising crime
Stories of human body parts smuggling, and stories associated with PNG, go back many years, but there has not been any confirmation of such practices.
Updated at 7:21 am on 8 November 2024
