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Solomon Islands PM Jeremiah Manele faces no confidence motion amid political turmoil

A motion of no confidence has been filed against Solomon Islands PM Jeremiah Manele, sparking political uncertainty as Parliament faces a crisis.
A man in a suit and glasses stands in front of Chinese and Solomon Islands flags.

Published: Location: Solomon IslandsTopic: Political Leadership

What China's new cable-cutter signals for Australia

China's new cable cutter has been making headlines, but how much of a threat is it really? 
A photo of China's crewed submersible, the Fendhouze, held aloft above the water before going in.

Published: Location: ChinaTopic: Technology

Why it matters what the new pope wears in his first public address

The world's eyes are on the Vatican at the moment, with a new pope soon to be decided through the secretive process of the conclave. Here's how we will know when one is chosen.
A graphic with textured red background, a black and white cut-out of the Sistine Chapel and St Peters Basilica, and black smoke.

Published: Location: Holy See (Vatican City State)Topic: Religious Leaders

Ardie Savea inspired Moana Pasifika looking like the real deal

Moana Pasifika have given themselves a great chance of making the Super Rugby play-offs, after defeating the Fijian Drua in the game dubbed the Battle of the Pacific. The match was played in front of a sell-out crowd.
Duration: 8 minutes 5 seconds

Published: Location: New ZealandTopic: Super Rugby

From Samoa to the NFL Draft: Laki Tasi carries family legacy into NFL draft dreams

Laki Tasi's story is grounded in his Samoan roots and the sacrifices of his parents.
Samoan man wears black as he trains for football

Published: Location: SamoaTopic: Sport

Tongan and Sydney schools rekindle their 90-year relationship

MLC School in Sydney, Australia and Queen Salote College in Tonga have reinvigorated their 90 year relationship which initially started in 1935 after the Queen of Tonga at the time, Queen Salote Tupou III visited.
A group of Australian and Tongan women with younger Australian women smile and pose on a balcony outside a school building

Published: Location: SydneyTopic: Education

Unique encounters Australians had with Pope Francis

Ahead of Pope Francis's funeral, everyday people from Australia and neighbouring countries share the unique encounters and experiences they had with the pontiff.  
A man in a suit shakes hands with the pope as he sits on a flight.

Published: Location: AustraliaTopic: Religious Leaders

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China seizes tiny sandbank near Philippine military outpost

The Lowy Institute's Susannah Patton says Beijing's claim to have seized a coral cay in the disputed Spratley Islands shows regional tensions around territory are ongoing.
Duration: 4 minutes 27 seconds

Topic: Territorial Disputes

MLC in Sydney, Australia and Queen Salote College in Tonga rekindle their relationship

Students from MLC and Queen Salote College rekindled their sisterhood recently sharing stories, exchanging knowledge, and building friendships rooted in respect and learning. 
A group of Australian and Tongan women with younger Australian women smile and pose on a balcony outside a school building

Topic: Education

PNG's cardinal to join the papal conclave for the first time

Papua New Guinea's only cardinal will join the papal conclave at the Vatican for the first time. 
PNG cardinal to join conclave. Man with cros necklace
Duration: 1 minute 4 seconds

Topic: Religion State Relations

Beyond Awesome: Vanuatu’s Resilience Star

Just before cyclone season gets underway in Vanuatu, we join disability advocate Ellen Tamata as she helps people living with disabilities and their communities to get ready. 
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