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Claims Beijing issued 'shocking challenge' to Solomon Islands sovereignty

China's embassy in the Solomon Islands becomes embroiled in a foreign interference controversy after allegedly forcing a newly appointed minister in the Pacific island nation to quit an international group. 
Two flags on flagpoles, one is for the Solomon Islands, the other is China's.

Published: Location: Solomon IslandsTopic: World Politics

Smuggled kava is smashing family finances in the remote NT, leaders say

Kava smuggling into the Northern Territory's remote Indigenous communities is on the rise, with local leaders fearing the black market price of the drink is draining family finances and fuelling social problems.
Large packets of a light brown powdery substance with red labels on top, stacked on a table.

Published: Location: PacificTopic: Food and Drink

The PNG students putting their own spin on Shakespeare

In PNG's capital, a group of talented young Papua New Guineans at the Moresby Art Theatre have staged their own rendition of Shakespeare's Hamlet called Hamlet Jones 675, bringing a uniquely modern spin to a play well over 400 years old.
A group of Papua New Guinean high school students pose for a group photo on a stage
Duration: 14 minutes 59 seconds

Published: Location: PacificTopic: Arts, Cultural and Entertainment Events

Safety concerns and lack of planes put Pacific airline in danger of collapse

Yet another Pacific airline is facing the prospect of going under, with Tonga's national carrier Lulutai Airlines this week searching for partners to help keep it afloat.
plane on runway

Published: Location: PacificTopic: Air Transport Industry

Talking new music and nostalgia with the legendary Ladi6

Awards and accolades aside, there is much to unpack with the legendary Samoan artist, mother, and student counsellor who is now on the cusp of releasing her fifth album, Le Vā.
A woman with black hair and a shiny grey shirt poses holding the ends of her sunglasses
Duration: 12 minutes 40 seconds

Published: Location: PacificTopic: Arts, Cultural and Entertainment Events

Pope Leo XIV elected as new leader of Catholic Church

Robert Prevost, who will now be known as Pope Leo the 14th, has become the first leader of the Catholic Church elected from the United States.
Duration: 6 minutes 12 seconds

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Has Instagram fame cursed these endangered geckos?

New Caledonia's giant geckos are the latest sensation in the global pet trade. But conservationists warn their social media-fuelled popularity is putting the endangered species at risk.
A gecko peeks out of the palm of someone's hands.

Published: Location: New CaledoniaTopic: Conservation

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Online fame puts endangered geckos at risk

Social media drives demand for New Caledonian geckos placing the special reptiles at risk of poaching and habitat loss.
Online Craze: Close-up photo of a gecko
Duration: 1 minute 59 seconds

Topic: Endangered and Protected Species

Jarrod Bridges bodysurfing Hawaii’s famed Pipeline break

Jarrod Bridges in action at Hawaii’s famed Pipeline break, showcasing the power and precision of bodysurfing.
Duration: 17 seconds

Topic: Surfing

Tourists are flocking back to Port Vila as the city rebuilds from its December 17 earthquake.

Some residents say Port Vila's reconstruction effort is an opportunity to rethink the city.
Men and children walk or stand on a small beach of yellow sand with palm trees fronting turquoise waters.

Topic: Earthquakes

Solomon Islands PM holds off leadership challenge

The opposition has now withdrawn a no-confidence motion against Jeremiah Manele.
Duration: 4 minutes 2 seconds

Topic: World Politics

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