Sports
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PNG Chief Justice Referred to Acting Prosecutor by Ombudsman, Triggering Constitutional Debate
An unprecedented constitutional moment is unfolding in Papua New Guinea as the Chief Justice faces referral to the acting Public Prosecutor. With questions about independence and the next steps, officials focus on keeping the courts running while the process plays out.
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Fiji to stage three-test Oceania Rugby Women’s XV Championship in April 2026 with Tonga and Samoa
Fiji will host a landmark three-test series featuring Fiji, Tonga and Samoa in April 2026. Beyond the matchups, the event spotlights grassroots pathways, safeguarding, and the next generation of Pacific women’s rugby talent.
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Draw finalised for 2026 Super Rugby Women’s season as Waratahs open June 6 and cross-competition final lands in Sydney
Super Rugby Women’s 2026 steps into the winter spotlight with a bold new schedule and a world-class lineup across Fiji, NSW, Queensland and WA. Expect marquee clashes, a grand-final rematch, and a landmark cross-competition final that could redefine domestic women’s rugby.
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Heritage Foundation proposes formal Pacific Charter to deepen U.S. ties with Pacific nations and counter China
Could a formal Pacific Charter and a White House–backed regional adviser reshape U.S. engagement in the Pacific? The proposal is stirring debate over sovereignty, development choices, and how great-power rivalry is playing out in island nations.
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Palau Calls for Affordable, Interoperable Ocean Tech and Local Capacity Building to Strengthen SIDS Governance
Pacific island leaders say safeguarding vast ocean spaces hinges on affordable, interoperable tech paired with sustained local capacity building. As talks move toward real-world deployment, the focus is on practical tools, regional cooperation, and predictable funding to protect communities against rising seas.
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Samoa’s Johnny Malua wins Polynesian Games 100m in Auckland, 10.88s just shy of the games record
Johnny Malua stormed to Polynesian Games 100m glory in Auckland, clocking 10.88 and coming agonisingly close to the record. His win shines a bright light on Pacific sprinting’s rising tempo—and the challenges athletes face back home. With the Oceania Championships and dreams of Commonwealth and Olympic glory ahead, the island sprint story is just getting…
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Vanuatu leads UNGA push to implement ICJ climate ruling as 1.5°C risk looms and loss‑and‑damage fund remains underfunded
UN human rights and legal experts warn that delaying action could push climate safeguards beyond reach. A forthcoming General Assembly resolution aims to translate a unanimous ICJ climate ruling into real-world steps, with Vanuatu leading the talks as urgency mounts. The move touches fossil fuel policy, funding for loss and damage, and the right to…
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Carney warns postwar rules-based order eroding as middle powers forge coalitions, risking Pacific island security
The post‑war rules-based order is fraying, pushing middle powers to form new coalitions that trade protection for access to resources and influence. For Pacific Island nations, that shift could redefine energy security and diplomatic voice—where protection depends less on global norms and more on who controls essentials like fuel and minerals.
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Fijian Drua Set for Govind Park Debut in Ba as Brumbies Visit for Super Rugby Pacific Showdown
Ba hosts a landmark weekend as the Drua make their Govind Park bow against the Brumbies. With a world-class venue, strong local support, and several players pushing for debut opportunities, Saturday promises a compelling test and a glimpse of the Drua’s depth.
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Fijian Drua Set for Historic Ba Debut Against Brumbies at Govind Park
Govind Park’s refurbished stage sets up a landmark Ba debut for the Drua, welcoming a high-stakes afternoon clash with the Brumbies. A tale of squad depth, crowd energy, and rugby’s expanding footprint in Fiji’s interior.