Tobacco use costing Fijian economy $319 million a year, kill more than 1,200 annually
Tobacco-related illnesses cost the Fijian economy FJD$319 million (US$159.5 million) every year, equivalent to 2.7 percent of its GDP and about 4.3 times more...
Vanuatu earthquake relief on the way
Aid workers on the ground in Vanuatu have described the fear sparked by a deadly earthquake as humanitarian workers prioritise the most needy amid...
Vanuatu quake: Clock ticking in race to find survivors
Rescuers in Vanuatu will be under pressure to reach trapped people quickly, but there will be tough decisions if buildings aren't safe to enter,...
UN responds to deadly earthquake in Vanuatu
The UN is also responding to the earthquake that struck the Pacific Island nation of Vanuatu on Tuesday, killing 14 people and injuring more...
Experts expect significant damage from Vanuatu earthquake
Seismologists in New Zealand and Australia have expected significant damage from a large earthquake that struck Vanuatu on Tuesday.
The 7.3-magnitude shallow earthquake caused strong...
Possibility for Dr ‘Aisake Eke to become next PM is ‘strong and deep’: sources
Dr ‘Aisake Valu Eke, who took the initiative to propose the vote of no confidence motion against former Prime Minister Hu’akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni, is...
An estimated 40,000 children impacted in the aftermath of a devastating earthquake in Vanuatu
An estimated 40,000 children are in need of humanitarian assistance after a devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake hit Vanuatu on December 17, followed by several...
United Nations and Humanitarian Partners mobilise response to Vanuatu Earthquake
The United Nations is mobilising humanitarian support requested by the Government of Vanuatu as part of the ongoing response to the 7.3 magnitude earthquake...
Hospitals overwhelmed in Vanuatu as death and damage toll mounts from quake
Vanuatu on Wednesday took stock of damage from a powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake that killed at least 14 people and collapsed buildings in the...
Rescue efforts continue in Vanuatu, international assistance begins to arrive
There are warnings the death toll is likely to rise as rescue efforts continue in Vanuatu for people trapped in collapsed buildings.
The government confirmed...
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Fiji Electoral Commission tightens campaign rules ahead of the General Election
The Fiji Electoral Commission has adopted new campaign limitation rules restricting the use of State resources and government premises for election campaigning ahead of...
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By Pacific Correspondent Barbara Dreaver
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But there is...
CNMI government shuts down due to lack of 2027 budget
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