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RNZ Pacific is a division of Radio New Zealand (RNZ), a New Zealand public service broadcaster and a non-commercial Crown entity. It is fully funded by the New Zealand government through NZ On Air, with ownership held by the Minister of Finance and the Minister for Media and Communications.
Media Bias/Fact Check rates RNZ as 'Least biased' with 'High factual reporting,' noting minimal editorializing and a clean fact-check record. RNZ's charter mandates it to operate as an independent public service broadcaster, serving the public interest and providing reliable, independent news. RNZ Pacific specifically focuses on news and current affairs for the South Pacific, with a mission to promote New Zealand and foster regional relations. While a past incident involved a Russian editor injecting propaganda, RNZ responded with an independent review and implemented all recommendations. Some critics, however, have alleged an ideological bias in its broader coverage, particularly concerning the Middle East.
Fiji Coup Frontman Urged to Name Backers
- A former Fiji prime minister is urging the frontman of the 2000 coup to reveal the masterminds behind the event. - The coup leader, George Speight, recently called for perpetrators to confess, but hโฆ
Jarome Luai to Leave Wests Tigers for Parramatta Eels; PNG Chiefs Merchandise Surfaces
- Rugby league player Jarome Luai will leave the Wests Tigers to join the Parramatta Eels for the 2027 NRL season. - The Tigers have mutually agreed to release Luai from the final year of his contractโฆ
Pacific news in brief
- Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape will personally oversee the Correctional Services following two recent prison escapes, including one where three inmates were shot dead. - Fiji's Policโฆ
Twin typhoons leave an unexpected silver lining as Saipan beaches are rebuilt | RNZ Pacific (NZ) | 01KXM5DMABGE2CEFGJ1X0SPYN1
- Two Category 5 typhoons devastated the Northern Mariana Islands, but also created an opportunity to restore eroded beaches using dredged sand. - The Department of Public Works will resume a beach noโฆ
Badminton returns to CNMI after typhoon devastation
- International badminton tournaments are underway in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) three months after Super Typhoon Sinlaku caused devastation. - Over 200 players and officiโฆ
Fiji Bati coach Mick Potter to relocate for 2026 Rugby League World Cup prep
- Fiji Bati head coach Mick Potter is set to move to Fiji within weeks to lead preparations for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. - Fiji National Rugby League (FNRL) chairman Rajesh Singh confirmed Potโฆ
Vanuatu to take decades-long dispute with France over islands to international court
- Vanuatu is taking its long-standing territorial dispute with France over the Matthew and Hunter Islands to international arbitrators. - The uninhabited islands have been under French control since bโฆ
NZ's Pacific Islands Forum budget could face a $10m squeeze, OIA reveals
- New Zealand's budget for its engagement with Pacific Island nations may face a significant reduction of $10 million. - This potential funding squeeze comes as New Zealand prepares to host the Pacifiโฆ
Faith and Family Keep All Black George Bower Grounded
- All Black George Bower's success is attributed to his faith and strong family values. - His parents, Niko and Kula Bower, emphasize these elements as the driving forces behind his rugby career. - Boโฆ
Chinese Embassy in Kiribati Accuses Critics of 'Double Standards' Over Missile Test
- The Chinese Embassy in Kiribati defended China's recent nuclear-capable missile test in the South Pacific, calling criticism "double standards." - An embassy spokesperson stated the missile warhead โฆ
Fiji's Rising Handball Stars Ready to Take on the World
- A 12-member Fiji U18 women's handball team will be the first Pacific Island nation to compete in the International Handball Federation (IHF) Women's Youth World Championship in Romania. - The team fโฆ
Three prisoners killed in Papua New Guinea escape attempt
- Three prisoners died and five were injured during an attempted escape from Baisu Prison in Papua New Guinea's Western Highlands Province on Sunday. - The Papua New Guinea Correctional Service cited โฆ
Rugby: Winless weekend for Fiji, Samoa and Tonga as they suffer triple setback
- Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga rugby teams suffered significant losses in their recent World Rugby test matches. - Fiji was heavily defeated by England, while Samoa lost to Georgia and Tonga to Spain. - Theโฆ
Fiji Police confirm 76 washed-up parcels tested positive for cocaine
- Fiji police confirmed 76 parcels found washed ashore in the Lau Group and other islands tested positive for cocaine. - Authorities are collaborating with the Australian Federal Police to trace the oโฆ
Fiji, Samoa, Tonga Face Tough Rugby Tests This Weekend in Nations Championship and Cup
- Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga face challenging rugby matches in the second round of the Nations Championship and World Rugby Nations Cup. - Fiji plays England in Liverpool, with coach Senirusi Seruvakula eโฆ
Pro-France Virginie Ruffenach elected New Caledonia Congress president
- Virginie Ruffenach, aligned with the pro-France bloc, was elected president of the New Caledonia Congress. - She secured 28 out of 54 votes, defeating the pro-independence candidate Dominique Fochi.โฆ
Former coup leader re-enters Fiji political debate with challenge to immunity and national identity
- Former coup leader George Speight has re-entered Fiji's political discourse. - Speight, who was imprisoned for over two decades, is calling for confessions from those involved in past political upheโฆ
Matariki's Message for the Pacific: 'We Need Each Other More Than We Understand'
- A Mฤori astronomer urges the Pacific region to unite, stating "we need each other more than we understand." - Matariki, the Mฤori name for the Pleiades star cluster, signifies the start of the new yโฆ
US declares public health emergency for CNMI and Guam after Super Typhoon Bavi
- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared a public health emergency for the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam after Super Typhoon Bavi. - The declaration allows federal authorities tโฆ
Palau President Warns of Rising Nuclear Anxiety After China Missile Test
- Palau's President Surangel Whipps Jr. expressed concern over China's recent nuclear-capable ballistic missile test in the South Pacific. - Whipps stated that such opaque actions by China raise anxieโฆ
Pacific nations hail Australia-backed multi-million dollar rugby league deal
- Four major Pacific rugby league nations have welcomed a new AU$250 million, 10-year partnership with the Australian Rugby League Commission. - The deal, signed in Brisbane, aims to strengthen the fuโฆ
Eco-concrete and grass tech win top awards at Pacific climate forum
- Eco-concrete and grass-based soil stabilization systems won top awards at the Pacific Innovation Forum. - The forum focused on climate and environmental innovation in Vanuatu. - These technologies aโฆ
'Periods don't stop for a cyclone': Pacific advocates say menstrual health is vital for disaster preparedness
- Pacific advocates stress the importance of menstrual health as a critical component of disaster preparedness. - They highlight that basic needs for women and girls are often overlooked in emergency โฆ
Pacific at a crossroads amid geopolitical tension, says former leaders' group
- A group of former leaders from Pacific nations warns of rising geopolitical tensions in the region. - They highlighted concerns following China's recent test of a nuclear-capable missile in the Soutโฆ
More than half of Rota's structures damaged as recovery begins after Bavi
- More than half of Rota's structures were damaged by Super Typhoon Bavi, with homes, government buildings, and public facilities affected. - Efforts are underway to restore water services, but electrโฆ
Tonga ratifies nuclear test ban treaty amid China missile debacle
- Tonga has ratified the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT). - The ratification occurred amid ongoing tensions with China in the Pacific. - Tonga stated its ratification contributes to preveโฆ
Stop firing missiles in our ocean region - Pacific reacts to China test
- Pacific nations expressed deep concern over China's recent missile tests in their ocean region. - The Pacific Council of Churches highlighted that major powers frequently conduct such tests. - Callsโฆ
Fiji Rugby chairman reveals Flying Fijians pay dispute ahead of Wales clash
- Fiji Rugby Union chairman John Sanday confirmed player allowances were increased after players demanded more pay before their match against Wales. - Sanday stated the union could not afford their fuโฆ
Foreigner appointed to lead PNG Electoral Commission for the first time
- Papua New Guinea has appointed Nicole Hayley, a professor from Australia, as its electoral commissioner for the first time. - Prime Minister James Marape highlighted Hayley's extensive research intoโฆ
China missile test in South Pacific 'extremely unwelcome behaviour', Seymour says
- New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour condemned China's recent missile test in the South Pacific as "extremely unwelcome behaviour." - Foreign Minister Winston Peters expressed deep concโฆ
Matthew Wales unveils GREAT coalition's roadmap for Solomon Islands
- Solomon Islands' new coalition government launched its "strategic blueprint" document, the GREAT plan. - Prime Minister Matthew Wale stated the plan emphasizes empowering local communities and indigโฆ
Super Typhoon Bavi spares Northern Mariana Islands of injuries as recovery begins
- Super Typhoon Bavi caused widespread damage across the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands but resulted in no reported injuries or fatalities. - Rota, which took a direct hit from the Categโฆ
NZ Accuses China of Undermining Pacific Peace with Missile Test
- New Zealand condemns China's test-firing of a nuclear-capable missile into the South Pacific, calling it a violation of the region's peace and stability. - Foreign Minister Winston Peters stated theโฆ
CNMI Officials Urge Residents to Shelter as Super Typhoon Bavi Approaches
- Super Typhoon Bavi, a Category 5 storm, is approaching the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). - Officials are urging residents to shelter and have opened emergency facilities. - Wiโฆ
Solomon Islands PM says 'growing consensus' for regional security pact
- Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale is advocating for a Pacific-wide regional security agreement. - He believes the region is too complacent about strategic competition and needs to assert iโฆ
All Blacks claim bloody and physical test
- The All Blacks secured a hard-fought 34-32 victory over France in a physically demanding test match at the One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch. - The match marked the debut of the new Nations Chโฆ
Northern Marianas Warned to Prepare for Super Typhoon Bavi
- Residents of the Northern Marianas are warned to prepare for super typhoon Bavi, a Category 5 storm. - The typhoon is expected to make landfall on Monday morning with peak wind speeds of 280 km/h, pโฆ
Super Typhoon Bavi Threatens Pacific Islands with 'Life-Threatening' Winds
- Super Typhoon Bavi, with sustained winds over 250 km/h, is a life-threatening storm approaching the western Pacific. - The storm became a Category 5 Super Typhoon early Saturday and is expected to mโฆ
Mariana Islands Brace for Category 5 Super Typhoon Bavi
- Super Typhoon Bavi intensified into a Category 5 cyclone early Saturday and is expected to remain extremely dangerous as it approaches the Northern Mariana Islands. - Forecasters warn residents to cโฆ
Horse-trading begins as New Caledonia provincial presidents elected
- New Caledonia's three provincial assemblies have elected their presidents following recent elections. - Sonia Backรจs was re-elected president of the Southern province with overwhelming support from โฆ
Fiji, Samoa and Tonga name squads for new World Rugby tournaments
- Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga have announced their squads for new World Rugby tournaments, the Nations Championship and Nations Cup. - Fiji faces Wales in their inaugural Nations Championship match, a Tierโฆ
Pacific Business Briefs: Diesel Prices Drop, Samoa's Labor Migration Pressures Businesses
- Diesel prices have fallen significantly across Fiji, Tonga, and Samoa, driven by easing global oil prices and a large cash injection from the Asian Development Bank. - Fiji's diesel price cap decreaโฆ
Fears of More Conflict in West Papua After American Pilot Killed by Militants
- Fears of escalating conflict in Indonesia's Papua region rise after West Papuan militants killed an American pilot. - The West Papua National Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack onโฆ
Exhibition celebrates Porirua's trailblazing Pacific women
- A new exhibition at Pataka Art and Museum in Porirua, New Zealand, celebrates the contributions of Pacific women leaders. - The exhibition, titled
Tropical storm Bavi lurking near Marianas
- Tropical storm Bavi is approaching the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), with residents advised to monitor forecasts. - The storm is strengthening and is forecast to become a typhโฆ
Indonesia defends high number of military in Papua
- Indonesia is defending its decision to deploy a large number of military personnel to West Papua. - The deployment aims to address security concerns in the region. - The presence of military forces โฆ
Tongan rugby coach eyes Sam Tuitupou Jnr as future star
- Tongan national rugby team coach Tevita Tuifu'a is closely monitoring young player Sam Tuitupou Jnr. - Tuitupou Jnr, 20, is preparing with the 'Ikale Tahi squad for the World Rugby Nations Cup in Deโฆ
Pasifika women aboard the 'Floating University' champion data-driven ocean management
- Pasifika students participated in a 26-day "Floating University" voyage aboard the research vessel RV Tangaroa. - The project, a collaboration between Earth Sciences New Zealand and the Pacific Commโฆ
Why is it hard for Mฤori and Pasifika to access weight loss drugs in NZ?
- Access to GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Wegovy is limited for Mฤori and Pasifika people in New Zealand. - Despite higher obesity rates, these groups represent a small minority of those using the drugโฆ
Solomon Airlines struggles highlight regional challenges, aviation expert warns
- Solomon Islands' Prime Minister and Finance Minister criticized the national airline for financial instability and poor service. - They demanded measurable progress and a sustainable business model,โฆ
AI in Pacific healthcare: 'Significant work' needed, says professor
- A New Zealand health professor warns that AI systems need significant work to perform equitably for Mฤori and Pacific peoples. - Many global AI systems are trained on data that inadequately represenโฆ
After Moana Pasifika, what's next for Super Rugby?
- Moana Pasifika's departure from Super Rugby raises questions about the competition's long-term viability. - The exit highlights challenges related to financial sustainability and the future structurโฆ
Aotearoa needs more Pacific representation within architecture profession, leading scholar says
- A leading scholar argues that Aotearoa needs greater Pacific representation within the architecture profession to better serve Pacific communities. - Dr. Albert Refiti highlights that many existing โฆ
CNMI's lack of unemployment system slows disaster job aid rollout
- The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) lacks an unemployment system, delaying federal disaster aid after Super Typhoon Sinlaku. - The CNMI Department of Labor needs to build a new sโฆ
Polling stations close in New Caledonia provincial elections
- Polling stations have closed in New Caledonia for provincial elections, the first in seven years following deadly riots in 2024. - Preliminary results are expected between 10:30 PM and 11:00 PM locaโฆ
Heavy Security Deployed as New Caledonia's Crucial Elections Begin
- New Caledonia is holding crucial provincial elections under heavy security deployment, with 2,500 law enforcement officers on duty. - The security measures include police, gendarmes, French anti-criโฆ
Cook Islands Fisherman Recounts Ordeal After Week Lost at Sea
- Apiuta Apiuta, a fisherman from the Cook Islands, survived for a week at sea after his dinghy broke down during storms. - He was eventually rescued by a Taiwanese fishing vessel after being spotted โฆ
Cook Islands fisherman survives week lost at sea after storm ordeal
- A Cook Islands fisherman survived a week at sea after being knocked out of his dinghy during storms. - He was eventually rescued by a Taiwanese fishing vessel after being spotted by a New Zealand Deโฆ
Fiji's Instability Linked to Economic Marginalization of Indigenous People, Ex-Coup Convict Says
- An ex-convict involved in Fiji's 2000 coup claims the nation remains unstable due to the economic marginalization of indigenous people. - Josefa Nata, who served over two decades in prison, argues tโฆ
Fuel crisis impacts Pacific nations, driving up costs and spurring renewable energy push
- Pacific Island nations faced economic slowdowns and sharp increases in fuel and electricity costs due to a global fuel crisis. - Countries like Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga significantly raised diesel priโฆ
Bonn climate talks end without agreement on emissions, funding
- UN climate talks in Bonn concluded without agreement on key issues like scaling up emissions cuts and climate adaptation funding. - Negotiators expressed concern that industrialized nations, particuโฆ
Pacific finance ministers get hands-on with Marshall Islands digital money
- Pacific finance ministers experienced the Marshall Islands' new digital money system, USDM1, during their meeting in Majuro. - The USDM1 system is a digital sovereign bond, fully collateralized by Uโฆ
Port Moresby's water supply network shows 'signs of imminent failure' amid underinvestment
- Decades of underinvestment have left Port Moresby's water supply network in a "fragile state" with multiple leaks, risking "imminent failure." - The aging infrastructure, built in the 1960s, strugglโฆ
Moana Pasifika out of Super Rugby Pacific from 2027
- Moana Pasifika will not participate in the Super Rugby Pacific competition from 2027. - New Zealand Rugby (NZR) will not approve the transfer of the franchise's license due to unmet capital and busiโฆ
Fiji Investigates How Alleged Tax Fraud Suspect Fled Despite Travel Ban
- Fiji's government is investigating how a businessman, Dickson Peng, allegedly involved in a multi-million dollar tax fraud, fled the country despite a travel ban. - Peng, accused of defrauding FJ$23โฆ
Northern Mariana Islands removes final emergency generators post-typhoon
- The Northern Mariana Islands has removed the last emergency generators deployed by FEMA following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. - The US Army Corps of Engineers completed the deinstallation, marking a recoโฆ
Samoa police denied access to interview accused hitmen in person
- Samoa's acting police commissioner stated that Vietnamese authorities denied a request to interview two Samoan men in person. - The men are in custody in Vietnam, accused of murdering a Sydney gang โฆ
Alcohol sales banned in New Caledonia as election approaches
- New Caledonia has banned alcohol sales until June 28, the day of the provincial elections, to prevent public unrest. - The ban aims to curb public disorder amid a tense social and economic situationโฆ
The response that convinced All Blacks coach Dave Rennie he'd chosen the right captain
- Ardie Savea has been named the new captain of the All Blacks rugby team. - Coach Dave Rennie chose Savea partly because of his quiet leadership style, emphasizing action over words. - Savea expresseโฆ
Our Changing World: Analysing ash and studying Vanuatuโs volcanoes
- Dr. Jenni Hopkins is building a database of volcanic ash samples from New Zealand, dating back four million years. - The research aims to identify the chemical elements in the ash to assess potentiaโฆ
Ardie Savea named All Blacks captain
- Ardie Savea has been named the new captain of the All Blacks rugby team. - Head coach Dave Rennie revealed the squad selection on Monday. - Savea expressed his honor and commitment to leading the teโฆ
Dozens of packages containing 'white substances' found in Fiji
- Over 60 packages containing unidentified white substances have washed ashore across Fiji. - Police are testing the substances, with one parcel found earlier testing positive for cocaine. - Authoritiโฆ
International flights return to Saipan after Super Typhoon Sinlaku
- International commercial flights have resumed service to Saipan. - This marks the return of air travel more than two months after Super Typhoon Sinlaku caused widespread devastation. - South Korean โฆ
Trump's fishing order draws criticism in Pacific waters
- Donald Trump's executive order to reopen protected Pacific waters to commercial fishing has drawn criticism from environmentalists and indigenous groups. - The order affects marine national monumentโฆ
Interpol: Cybercrime surges in Asia, South Pacific
- Interpol reports a significant rise in cybercrime across Asia and the South Pacific, with over half of surveyed nations indicating it constitutes at least 30% of all national crimes. - Financial losโฆ
'Not all Polynesians can do what I can': 11-yer-old Samoan footballer signs with Paris FC
- Eleven-year-old Samoan footballer Aquila Peleseuma has signed with the renowned French club Paris FC, a rare achievement for Pasifika youth. - Peleseuma's parents, who have backgrounds in rugby, basโฆ
Family of rescued Cook Is. fisher feel 'overwhelming joy'
- A fisherman from the Cook Islands, Pone Apiuta, was found alive by the Royal New Zealand Air Force after being lost at sea for a week. - Apiuta was rescued by a Taiwanese fishing vessel and is reporโฆ
NZ Risks Undermining Pacific Health with 'Misguided' Tack on WHO
- New Zealand faces criticism for potentially undermining Pacific health outcomes and the WHO's disease surveillance network due to its stance on International Health Regulations (IHR) amendments. - Fโฆ
UN Decolonisation Committee hears calls for action; NZ reaffirms Pacific commitment
- The UN Special Committee on Decolonisation heard calls for action on New Caledonia, French Polynesia, Guam, and Tokelau. - The committee approved resolutions to strengthen UN support for Non-Self-Goโฆ
Australia Denies Responsibility for Sick Refugee in PNG
- An Australian refugee advocate claims the government is refusing a medical evacuation for a severely ill Kurdish-Iranian man in Papua New Guinea. - Australia's Home Affairs Department states PNG is โฆ
Tuilaepa criticises government response to Samoans held over Vietnam killing
- Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) cases have nearly doubled in the remote Australian community of Doomadgee over the past three years. - This preventable condition, caused by untreated bacterial infectiโฆ
New Caledonia campaigns amid security concerns and foreign interference warnings
- New Caledonia is in the midst of campaigning for crucial provincial elections scheduled for June 28, with over 190,000 voters eligible. - Security forces have been deployed at a high level due to reโฆ
Pacific people in Wairarapa feeling the pinch from cost of living and service cuts
- Pacific communities in New Zealand's Wairarapa region are struggling with the rising cost of living and reduced government social support. - Social service workers, many of whom are Pacific people tโฆ
What the arrival of El Niรฑo means for the Pacific Islands
- El Niรฑo has officially arrived in the Pacific Islands, bringing warmer ocean temperatures and altering weather patterns. - Countries in the Western Pacific can expect drier conditions and increased โฆ
Fiji economic forum draws sharp criticism from high chief over inclusivity
- A Fijian high chief criticized an economic forum in Suva for its lack of inclusivity. - The chief labeled the event a 'talkfest' and stated it excluded ordinary people. - The forum reportedly featurโฆ
Pacific Islands Announce Teams for Glasgow Commonwealth Games
- Fiji, Niue, and Vanuatu have announced their teams for the upcoming Glasgow Commonwealth Games. - Fiji boasts the largest squad with 58 athletes competing in eight sports, including athletics, baskeโฆ
NZDF engineer honoured for response work in Vanuatu
- NZDF engineer Rob Allen received the Distinguished Service Decoration for his work in Vanuatu. - He was honored for his leadership during a plane crash response in 2024 and a major earthquake in 202โฆ
Royal New Zealand Air Force rescues eight people from two missing boats in Pacific
- The Royal New Zealand Air Force rescued eight people from two missing boats in Fijian and Kiribati waters. - A P-8A Poseidon aircraft located the vessels, and Fiji's Navy rescued five people from onโฆ
Trumpโs fishing decision threatens Pacific communities, NGO warns
- President Donald Trump signed an executive order opening protected Pacific waters to commercial fishing. - The decision allows fishing in nearly half a million square miles of protected waters arounโฆ
New inclusive rugby team debuts in Auckland, welcoming all players
- A new inclusive rugby team, the Te Papapa Wolves, has debuted in Auckland, New Zealand, aiming to welcome players of all backgrounds, ages, and sexual orientations. - Co-founder Jay Fa'ata Vaeluaga โฆ
PNG parliament sets high threshold for Bougainville independence vote ratification
- Papua New Guinea's parliament has set a high threshold of three-quarters of MPs for ratifying Bougainville's independence vote, surprising many. - This threshold is higher than the two-thirds typicaโฆ
Fiji to install 10 eco-mortuaries after claims baby's body was stored in ice-filled esky
- Fiji's government has approved tenders to install a morgue on Kadavu island following reports of a baby's body being stored in a cooler. - Installing and operating a mortuary on Kadavu presents chalโฆ
CNMI disaster food aid approved nearly two months after Typhoon Sinlaku
- Disaster food aid for the Northern Mariana Islands has been approved nearly two months after Typhoon Sinlaku. - Residents have been warned that the nutrition assistance benefits will not be distribuโฆ
Latest Paris court ruling triggers polarised reactions in New Caledonia
- A French court dropped charges against Kanak leader Christian Tรฉin and 13 others in connection with the May 2024 civil unrest in New Caledonia. - The Public Prosecution has appealed the decision, ciโฆ
Rugby League Must Rise to Kane Evans's Level of Courage
- Former NRL player Kane Evans publicly came out as gay, sharing his struggles with denial, suicidal thoughts, and blackmail. - Evans is the second former male NRL player to come out publicly, followiโฆ
Samoa's national hospital rations medicine amid critical shortage
- Samoa's national hospital is rationing essential medicines due to critical shortages. - An urgent air freight shipment from Fiji provided only half of the needed supplies, with key drugs like metforโฆ
Super Typhoon Sinlaku wipes out up to 60 percent of Saipan livestock
- Super Typhoon Sinlaku has caused an estimated 50-60% loss of livestock on Saipan. - Preliminary assessments show significant reductions in cattle, poultry, swine, and goats due to lack of water, heaโฆ
All Blacks Sevens coach Tomasi Cama resigns
- Tomasi Cama has resigned as head coach of the All Blacks Sevens team. - His departure follows the team's runner-up finish in the final tournament of the World Series Sevens in Bordeaux. - New Zealanโฆ
Tsunami Advisories Issued for Pacific After Major Philippines Earthquake
- A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the Philippines, prompting tsunami advisories for parts of the Pacific. - The earthquake occurred at a depth of 63km, with tsunami waveโฆ
Shots fired at wrong venue on day of funeral for gang boss in Coconut Cartel case
- Sydney crime boss Lorenzo Lemalu was farewelled at a funeral at Lakemba Mosque, following his death in Vietnam. - The funeral occurred just one day after shots were fired at a different venue that hโฆ