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The global fallout of Trump’s travel bans
President Donald Trump’s sweeping orders banning citizens of 12 countries, international students, and his threats to ban Nigeria and 35 other countries from travelling to the United States—whether anchored under the guise of national security,...

FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League - Oceania Conference 1, Stop 2: Palau Men and Fiji Women Victorious
KOROR (Palau) - The competition was fierce at Stop 2 of the FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League – Oceania, Conference 1. Multiple games went to overtime, Vanuatu achieved a major upset victory, two-point shots were raining down, and the home fans had a...
Vantage Markets Celebrates Award and Successful Debut at Wealth Expo Peru 2025
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets marked its first appearance at Wealth Expo Peru 2025, held in the financial heart of San Isidro at The Westin Lima Hotel. The event brought together key players from the local and...

UN chief's call to 'save the Pacific to save the world...
(AFP)-UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said it was vital "to save the Pacific to save the world" as he wrapped up his brief South Pacific tour in Vanuatu on Saturday. Guterres has spent the past week in the region pushing for urgent action...
Fiji Says Chinese Military Base, Missiles Not Welcome In Pacific
The tiny South Pacific archipelago country of Fiji has come out firmly against China establishing a military base in the Pacific Islands, according to a statement of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka issued Wednesday. He emphasized that China has no...

China base not welcome, Fijian prime minister says
Fiji’s prime minister yesterday said that China should not be allowed to gain a permanent military foothold in the strategically contested South Pacific region, adding that a potential conflict in the Taiwan Strait would impact Pacific islands....

Explainer: What Is Ecocide and How Is It Treated in International and Domestic Law?
Between 1962 and 1971, the US military sprayed millions of gallons of Agent Orange, a herbicide containing the toxic contaminant dioxin, to defoliate the forests of South Vietnam and expose Vietcong forces. Many described the military operation as...

Safe Water, Safe Care: A New Era For Vanuatu’s Healthcare Facilities
In Shefa and Torba Provinces, more than 13,000 people, including 5,000 children, will now have access to 10 healthcare facilities equipped with clean, safe, and climate-resilient water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services. This vital upgrade...

Ben Smith Named APAC General Manager of the Year at Global Wyndham Conference
Ramada by Wyndham Port Vila General Manager Ben Smith has been awarded APAC General Manager of the Year at the recent Wyndham Global Conference. The prestigious award recognises exceptional leadership, operational excellence, and dedication to...
Gaua volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 25 June-1 July 2025 (Continuing Activity)
Wed, 2 Jul 2025, 14:00 | BY: VN On 27 June the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geohazards (VMGD) reported that unrest continued at Gaua during the month. Steam and/or gas emissions from the vent were visible in satellite images during 9-10 and 17 June and...
Ambrym volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 25 June-1 July 2025 (Continuing Activity)
Wed, 2 Jul 2025, 14:00 | BY: VN On 27 June the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geohazards Department (VMGD) reported ongoing unrest at Ambrym during the month. Webcam images recorded steam emissions rising from both Benbow and Marum craters during 7,...
Ambae volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 25 June-1 July 2025 (Continuing Activity)
Wed, 2 Jul 2025, 14:00 | BY: VN On 27 June the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geohazards Department (VMGD) reported ongoing unrest at Ambae during the month. Steam and/or gas emissions from the active vents were visible in webcam images and photos taken...
Lopevi volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 25 June-1 July 2025 (Continuing Activity)
Wed, 2 Jul 2025, 14:00 | BY: VN On 27 June the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geohazards Department (VMGD) reported that seismic data confirmed continuing unrest at Lopevi throughout June. Small fumarolic steam plumes were continuously emitted from the...

Fiji PM says China's military bases are 'not welcome' in the Pacific
By Stephen Dziedzic, ABC News Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Photo: X / @slrabuka Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has delivered a blow to China's security ambitions in the Pacific, declaring his...

Pacific Islands Countries Push For Action at UN Ocean Conference
Last week, more than 60 world leaders convened in Nice, France, for the third – and the most-attended – United Nations Ocean Conference. There was cause for celebration: during the week-long conference, 19 countries ratified the Agreement on...
Trees crash into homes as residents take stock of storm carnage
An intense weather system has wreaked havoc on the NSW south coast, downing trees and powerlines with some homes significantly damaged. Emergency flood warnings were issued for Burrill Lake, Sanctuary Point, Lake Conjola and Tabourie on Wednesday...
Man contracts first confirmed NSW case of 'rabies-like' bat disease
A northern New South Wales man is in a critical condition after contracting the state's first confirmed case of Australian bat lyssavirus. Keira Glasgow of NSW Health said the man, aged in his 50s, received treatment after being bitten by a bat...
Niue not at 2025 Pacific Mini Games due to travel costs to Palau
The 2025 Pacific Mini Games set to officially open on Sunday. Photo: Facebook / Pacific Mini Games Palau 2025 Team Niue is not competing at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau. Both the Niue Island Sports and Commonwealth Games Association and...

Three incoming Vanuatu players for Lautoka
Lautoka FA President Shalendra Prasad Lautoka FC are in process of signing three Vanuatu international players in the mid-season transfer window. The move aims to fill the void left by striker Saula Waqa, who has been stood down after testing...

Pacific Workshop to Promote Sustainable Gastronomy Tourism
UN Tourism, in partnership with the Mountain Partnership Secretariat at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and in collaboration with the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), will officially launch the “Development of...