Hoiking for Hamas Least of Winston’s Bummers

Yesterday’s twitter flame war between New Zealand’s Foreign Minister and The Daily Blog editor Martyn Bradbury was a most amusing, if undiplomatic imbroglio. Talk about spat! Winston Peters is an obsessive patron of the hospitality industry as...

In the depths of the ocean, a new contest between the US and China emerges

Deep below the surface of the Pacific Ocean, the seafloor is dotted with clusters of brown and black rocks, each containing valuable metals. The rocks, known as polymetallic nodules, hold reserves of critical minerals that could be used to power...

Nato Baltic Sea mission has ‘deterred’ undersea sabotage, say commanders

LONDON - A Nato maritime mission to monitor the Baltic Sea over the past year has successfully deterred threats to critical undersea infrastructure, commanders told AFP on a tour of the Dutch warship Johan de Witt on Oct 24. The hulking grey...

Tough task for Jamaica’s Reggae Warriors

Jamaica’s Reggae Warriors are in France today and stand potentially just 80 minutes away from qualifying for a second successive Rugby League World Cup. But a mountain of handicaps have been put in their way and Jy-mel Coleman, joint-coach,...

Here are 17 countries Egyptians can visit without a visa

Search rates have risen this year amongst Egyptians interested in the best countries to travel to without a visa – whether for tourism, business, or leisure – owing to the rising costs of travel and the difficulty of obtaining visas for various...

Dream come true for winger Rinakama

FIJI Bati winger Jethro Rinakama will realise a lifelong dream this weekend when he makes his international debut against the Cook Islands in the Pacific Bowl Championship at the Santos National Football Stadium, Port Moresby. The 22-year-old...

Australian think tank proposes 'Pacific-Eyes' intelligence alliance for regional security

The "Pacific-Eyes" concept draws "inspiration" from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance between the US, the UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Photo: 123RF An Australian think tank has proposed an intelligence-sharing agreement between...

One year to go: Countdown begins to Rugby League World Cup 2026 in Australia and PNG

The countdown to the Rugby League World Cup 2026 in Australia and Papua New Guinea has begun with the most anticipated tournament in international rugby league history set to kick off in October next year. To celebrate the milestone, the RLWC2026...

Brisbane Broncos Superstars Bring NRL and NRLW Trophies to Papua New Guinea

The NRL and NRLW premiership trophies have officially arrived in Port Moresby, marking the beginning of the Brisbane Broncos’ Trophy Tour in Papua New Guinea. The arrival generated excitement among rugby league fans who gathered in large numbers...

Everything you need to know about the 2025 Men’s and Women’s Pacific Championships

There is just a few sleeps until the 2025 Pacific Championships kick off with 12 men’s and women’s teams taking part in a blockbuster edition of the annual tournament. Men’s teams from New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga, Cook Islands, Fiji and Papua New...

Kamikamica praises young Bati squad’s spirit and growth

[file photo] Vodafone Fiji Bati captain Tui Kamikamica believes the team’s growing chemistry and emphasis on enjoyment are key to helping younger players settle into the international environment. With several new faces in the squad, he says the...

UN report: Five charts showing how global deforestation is declining

The amount of forest lost around the world has reduced by millions of hectares each year in recent decades, but countries are still off track to meet “important” deforestation targets. These are the findings of the Global Forest Resources...

Wealth Protection and the Private Client Paradox: Structuring for Risk, Legacy, and Human Nature

The concept of wealth protection has grown increasingly complex in an era defined by global mobility, evolving tax regimes, and greater scrutiny of asset ownership. For high-net-worth individuals and the advisors who serve them, protecting wealth...

Kiwi Ferns unveil four debutants; Jillaroos squad stacked with talent — Pac Champs Teams

The Kiwi Ferns, Samoa and the Cook Islands have all name their teams for the first week of action in the Pacific Championships, while Australia has selected a star-studded squad ahead of their opening game next week. Watch every game of the 2025...

WHO pushes for safer, affordable surgeries across the Pacific

Surgery is meant to save lives, but in the Western Pacific, it can lead to financial hardship, long delays, or preventable deaths. The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging health ministers to prioritise safer surgical practices within the...

Newcastle v Fulham Live TV – Global channel listings on Saturday for St James’ Park match

Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Newcastle v Fulham Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Saturday (3pm (UK) kick-off). Eddie Howe looking to follow up that excellent 3-0 Champions...

Cougars core for Nigeria clash as new boy tries to help Jamaica to World Cup

Jake Webster was due to take charge of the African side for their game against Cumbria at Barrow’s Craven Park, but the ex-New Zealand international, who filled just about every role in his five years at Cougars before leaving this summer, has...

Pacific atoll nations receive NZD13m boost for critical water security

Representatives from seven Pacific atoll nations gathered in Nadi, Fiji, this June with an urgent message. Rising seas and prolonged droughts are pushing their communities toward a water crisis that threatens tens of thousands of lives. These...

Survivor Winner Parvati Shallow Says Trump Would ‘Probably Die’ On The Show

Two time Survivor winner and queer icon Parvati Shallow has laughed off US president Donald Trump ever appearing on the hit show. When asked about Trump as a contestant the five time player said Trump would “probably die” if he attempted to...

‘Profoundly painful’: Imam slams court move to let terrorist speak at inquest

A Christchurch Islamic leader who survived the mosque shooting has slammed a decision that will allow the terrorist to speak in court. “After all the lives he shattered, after the rivers of blood and tears, after the years of trauma I still carry,...