Is The Maldives Sinking? What Happens When A Country Sinks? | Explained

Last Updated:September 22, 2025, 12:11 IST Around 80% of the Maldives lies less than one meter above sea level, putting the nation at severe risk from erosion and the looming threat of disappearing entirely Rapid Read Summarized by AI. + Soil...

Why Haven’t PNG and Australia Signed the Pukpuk Mutual Defense Treaty Yet?

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was in Papua New Guinea (PNG) last week for two purposes. The first was to commemorate the 50th anniversary of PNG’s independence from Australia, and the second was to sign a new defense treaty between...

Palau Joins Taiwan Allies in Urging UN to Resist Beijing’s Pressure

By: Bernadette Carreon Palau has taken a prominent stand anew alongside eight other diplomatic allies of Taiwan, calling on the United Nations to reject political pressure from Beijing and uphold neutrality in its dealings with Taiwan. The appeal...

Palau Hosts Pacific Power Association Conference, Spotlighting Energy Transformation

⚡ Hosting the 32nd Pacific Power Association Conference, Palau is bringing together utilities, donors, and innovators to tackle shared challenges under the theme “Smart Grids and Digital Transformation in Energy.” 🌍✨ By: Summer Kennard KOROR,...

Behind the Scenes at Qantas Wine Week

While we won’t be revealing which wines were selected or are even in the competition this year — as that remains confidential until the official unveiling in September or October — we did get a special invitation to the airline’s headquarters in...

Australia Goes Full Throttle To Stop China’s Advance Into The Pacific; PNG, Vanuatu Setbacks Test Canberra

Australia was expected to sign a landmark security deal with Papua New Guinea (PNG) that could have paved the way for closer integration between their militaries. However, both nations failed to sign any pact. The deal was part of a wider...

Dominant display | Solomon Islands Kurukuru overpower Fiji 5-2

WITH supporters at Vodafone Arena in full voice, the Solomon Islands Kurukuru remained unbeaten, securing a clinical 5-2 victory over hosts Fiji. From the opening whistle, the Kurukuru dominated possession, with Owen Bunabo and Alvin Hou...

World history made with global agreement to protect our ocean

The BBNJ Agreement has reached a global milestone with 60 ratifications paving the way towards entry into force by January 2026. For the Pacific Islands region, home to large ocean island states within the world’s largest ocean, this agreement is...

Stubborn Vanuatu Hold The Solomon Islands To A Draw At Futsal Men’s Cup

Press Release – OFC Led by goalkeeper Charlie Boe, Vanuatu defended valiantly for the full 40 minutes, frustrating one of the tournament favorites for a first-ever stalemate between the two nations at an OFC Futsal Mens Cup. Vanuatu have held the...

SKN Joins Taiwan’s Allies in Supporting UN Participation

Her Excellency Dr. Mutryce Williams, Permanent Representative of St. Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations, joined counterparts from Taiwan’s diplomatic allies in delivering a powerful letter to U.N. headquarters in New York on September 19,...

Pacific health micro-course cultivates cultural competence and community support

Designed by Pacific people for Pacific people, a course at the University of Auckland aims to strengthen the support that frontline health workers provide to families, while also creating pathways for further studies. Now in its third year, the...

Cognitive Consumerism: AI risks turn us into passive thinkers

Homepage > News > Editorial > Cognitive Consumerism: AI risks turn us into passive thinkers This post is a guest contribution by George Siosi Samuels, managing director at Faiā. See how Faiā is committed to staying at the forefront of...

Nand plays keeper for tactical power play

[Photo: Supplied] Following Fiji’s challenging match against the Solomon Islands, Merril Nand reflected on the team’s performance and the surprising tactical shift that saw him take on the goalkeeper’s role. Fiji lost to Solomon Islands 5-2 last...

New Zealand To Host The ITTF-Oceania Para Table Tennis Championships For The First Time

Press Release – Table Tennis NZ New Zealand will field a 16-member team, with 11 athletes making their international debut and demonstrating the continued growth of Para table tennis in the country. For the first time in history, New Zealand will...

PNG Marks 50th Independence with Global Leaders, Cultural Pride and Economic Opportunities

Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary, celebrated from 14 to 19 September, brought the nation to the world stage as global leaders, regional partners and international dignitaries joined in commemorating the Golden Jubilee. From...

PNG Golden Jubilee Attracts Unprecedented Global and Regional Support, PM Marape Calls for Continued Partnership

Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary saw an unprecedented gathering of regional and international leaders, underscoring the country’s growing diplomatic and economic significance on the global stage. Prime Minister James Marape hosted...

Solomon Islands score first win over NZ, hosts Fiji beat Vanuatu in Futsal Men's Cup

Solomon Islands Clifford Misitana during the OFC Futsal Men's Cup 2025 game against New Zealand. Photo: Kirk Corrie / Phototek.nz The Solomon Islands and host Fiji have claimed opening wins on the first day of the OFC Futsal Men's Cup 2025 in...

Declaration For Protection Of Humanitarian Personnel

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 1. We commit, at the highest political level, to take action and uphold the principles outlined in this Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel before, during and after conflict. We reaffirm...

Solomon Islands Outclass Fiji In A Dominant 5-2 Victory

Press Release – Oceania Football Confederation In the closing minutes, Fiji struck twice, with Nikil Chand converting a precise pass from Filipe Baravilala, who later found the net himself to give the hosts a late flourish. 21 September 2025 With...

Fiji lose 5-2 to Solomon Islands in OFC Men’s Futsal Cup clash

Fiji suffered a 5-2 defeat to the unbeaten Solomon Islands Kurukuru in front of a lively home crowd at Vodafone Arena in their OFC Men’s Futsal Cup clash. Despite a strong start from Fiji, the Solomon Islands took control with a goal from Jayroll...