Tropical Cyclone Lola develops into category 5 super storm
Tropical Cyclone Lola has strengthened to a category 5 super cyclone, the Fiji Meteorological Service says.
A category 5 cyclone means average winds will surpass...
Whistleblower claims Australian funds for asylum seeker welfare in PNG ‘gone missing’
The Australian-sponsored programme to care for refugees exiled to Papua New Guinea has been riven by corruption, fraud and nepotism, a whistleblower within the...
Ask the Expert: Dr Oldman Koboto on COP28 climate talks
Dr Oldman Oduetse Koboto is Adviser and Manager of the Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH), based in Mauritius. He leads CCFAH’s work to...
Fiji’s Military Commander raises concern on Vosarogo’s appointment as AG, appointment will be reviewed says Home Affairs Minister
Fiji’s Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua says the Coalition Government’s unwavering commitment to the 2013 Constitution remains a cornerstone of Fiji’s democracy and...
Bill on traditional knowledge yet to be drafted : Fiji AG
Fiji's Attorney-General Siromi Turaga is optimistic that drafters of the Bill on the ‘Traditional Knowledge and Traditional Cultural Expressions will get it ready for...
Labor accused of ‘outrageous secrecy’ as border force confirms 11 asylum seekers sent to Nauru
The Australian Border Force has confirmed it sent 11 asylum seekers to Nauru in September, the first transfer to immigration detention on the Pacific...
UN Priorities and Sustainable Development in the Micronesia
By Jaap van Hierden
Today, 24 October 2023, we mark the 78th Anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter. With...
Fiji set to host historic NRL trial match
There are plans to stage a historic clash between two NRL sides in Fiji as early as next year as the game prepares to...
Fiji Bati back local talents
Fiji Bati coach Waisake Kativerata believes that if Fiji can export plenty of local talents into the NRL with limited resources, Papua New Guinea...
How a PNG NRL team would boost strength of Kumuls
Kumuls veteran Rhyse Martin believes the introduction of a PNG NRL team would boost the competitiveness of the national side by creating opportunities for...
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IRENA pushes faster fossil fuel exit as electrification becomes key to energy transition
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) says the next phase of the global energy transition must focus on electrification, renewable energy expansion and a...
Cook Islands declares end to dengue outbreak after more than a year
The Cook Islands has officially regained its dengue-free status after going 26 days without a recorded dengue case, the Ministry of Health announced Monday.
Secretary...
Fiji passes sweeping Education bill after nearly 60 years
Fiji’s Parliament has passed the Education Bill 2025, which replaces the Education Act of 1966. Government says the new Education Bill of 2025 is...