Niue vote of no confidence in the Tagelagi Cabinet defeated 11 to 5
The final count of the ballots from Niue’s Fono Ekepule returned 11 votes to five against the motion defeating the vote of no confidence...
Samoa active COVID-19 cases hit 600
Samoa's Ministry of Health (MOH) has reported 155 new community cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours to push the country's cumulative total...
Some Pacific tourist destinations set to relax restrictions
It's been more than two years since many Pacific countries closed their international borders as a result of the pandemic.
But in that time, some...
Fundraise or die: how Fijians are crowdfunding lifesaving kidney treatment
By Geraldine Panapasa
Ten years ago, at the age of 21, Sashi Kumari was admitted to hospital and told her kidneys were failing.
She was...
Pacific nations send a message on Ukraine – and great power rivalries
Pacific states are watching Ukraine because their sovereignty and territorial integrity can also easily be violated.
By Patrick Kaiku
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine vividly demonstrates how...
Unrepentant Folau targets Rugby World Cup return with Tonga
Controversial Israel Folau is “definitely interested” in playing for Tonga at next year's Rugby World Cup and has “no regrets” over the homophobic comments...
Fijian Drua coach Byrne retains star mid-field combination in round 6 match against Rebels
Fijian Drua head coach Mick Byrne has retained his star mid-field combination of Kalaveti Ravouvou and Apisalome Vota for a sixth consecutive start in...
Three debutants named for Moana Pasifika against Hurricanes
Moana Pasifika have named their side for the Round 6 DHL Super Rugby Pacific match against the Hurricanes.
The team is delighted to welcome fans...
PNG Parliament approves seven new districts to be included in 2022 election
Papua New Guinea Parliament has approved the creation of seven new electorates which will be included in this year’s General Election.
Prime Minister James Marape...
Ambassador Joseph Yun named Special U.S Presidential envoy for Compact negotiations
The U.S President Joe Biden has appointed Ambassador Joseph Yun as Special Presidential envoy for Compact negotiations.
The United States has a special and longstanding...
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UN Climate Chief says fossil fuel crisis driving global instability
UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell has warned that rising fossil fuel costs and global instability are putting pressure on economies, calling for...
Tiny Pacific nations face tough choices on food, fuel posed by Iran war
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Second PNG Media Summit elevated to regional event
The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) is proud to announce that the 2nd PNG Media Summit 2026 has been elevated to a...