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French Polynesia’s president endorses nuclear-free Pacific
Islands Business
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September 12, 2025
AMERICAN singer, songwriter, rapper, and record producer, Akon, is set to electrify Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations, confirmed for September 16. After months of keeping everyone on the line, he made the announcement...
Solomon Islands removes menstrual product taxes
Islands Business
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September 12, 2025
AS President of French Polynesia Moetai Brotherson attends the 54th Pacific Islands Forum in Solomon Islands this week, he has spoken about the legacies of French nuclear testing in his country, and called for strengthening the South Pacific...
A return trip to French Polynesia became more than just another trip to paradise
The Globe and Mail
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September 12, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:The m/s Paul Gauguin is a 330-passenger cruise ship, named for the French painter who was inspired by the islands.Tim McKenna/Paul Gauguin Always follow the sound of the drums. That might be the best bit of advice for...
Pacific Islands News Roundup – September 5 – 11, 2025
Pacific Islands Report
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September 12, 2025
Editor’s Note: We are undergoing a web host migration process and may need to make necessary modifications to our format and frequency over the next several weeks. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Political Leadership and Regionalism,...
Pacific Leaders endorse key regional priorities at Honiara meeting
Pacific News Service
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By Pita Ligaiula in Honiara, Solomon Islands Forum Chair and Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele says Pacific leaders have agreed on a series of major outcomes from their annual meeting in Honiara, including the endorsement of the Ocean...
Exploring the Tuamotu Atolls in French Polynesia
Cruising World
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September 11, 2025
raphaëllesmn/stock.adobe.com We cleared through the Panama Canal and sailed back into Pacific waters for the first time in a decade—but I looked west from our 50-footer, Atea, with a sense of despondency. All of our sailing friends had worked hard...
France has rare opportunity to avoid another 'bloodbath' - French Polynesia says
RNZ
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September 10, 2025
French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson in Honiara for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting from 8-12 September 2025. Photo: RNZ Pacific / Caleb Fotheringham French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson is cautioning France not...
Solar Eclipse 2025: List of countries to witness the partial ‘Surya Grahan’ with timing and safe viewing tips
The Times of India
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The solar eclipse 2025, known in India as Surya Grahan, is set to occur on September 21, 2025, and has already sparked global curiosity. This partial eclipse will be the last celestial eclipse of the year, making it a significant astronomical...
Designer Michael Kors blends earthy and elegant at New York Fashion Week
WKZO - Michigan
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By Jenna Zucker NEW YORK -Earth tones and a wanderlust spirit defined the Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2026 runway show on Thursday morning, marking the first official day of New York Fashion Week. Inside a century-old former shipping terminal in...
Michael Kors blends earthy and elegant at New York Fashion Week
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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September 11, 2025
1/3 Swipe or click to see more REUTERS/MIKE SEGAR Models present creations from the Michael Kors Spring 2026 collection during New York Fashion Week in New York City. 2/3 Swipe or click to see more REUTERS/MIKE SEGAR A model presents a creation...
Region Codes: The Hidden Trap in Your DVD and Blu-ray Collection
How-To Geek
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September 11, 2025
Just as it seemed like physical media like DVDs and Blu-rays were about to disappear, the failures of the streaming industry has led to the rediscovery of media ownership. The thing is, if you didn't come up with DVDs and Blu-ray discs, you might...
Pacific Island Leaders’ spouses visit National Art Gallery
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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September 8, 2025
As part of the official program for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM54), the spouses of Pacific Island leaders, accompanied by Madam Joycelyn Manele, visited the Solomon Islands National Art Gallery today. They were...
Exercise DELAYEN: Sgt. Dacota Cummins Interview Package
DVIDS - Georgia
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September 13, 2025
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dacota Cummins, joint fires observer, 3rd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, Force Headquarters Group, U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve, answers interview questions for Bazeilles Day and Exercise DELAYEN, Tahiti, French...
Hawaii’s Case aims to further strengthen US-Pacific Islands partnerships
Marianas Variety
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Ed Case WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Ed Case of Hawaii announced that the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan foreign policy measure that included a provision of his Pacific Partnership Act to strengthen ties between the United...
France has a rare opportunity to 'reinvent' itself through decolonisation in New Caledonia
RNZ
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September 10, 2025
French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson in Honiara for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting from 8-12 September 2025. Photo: RNZ Pacific / Caleb Fotheringham French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson is cautioning France not...
Pacific Islands leaders meet with climate change, security on agenda
Al Jazeera
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September 8, 2025
Pacific Island leaders have kicked off their annual summit in the Solomon Islands, with climate change and security expected to take centre stage amid the battle for influence in the region between China and the United States. The weeklong...
Ponant Launches New Yachting Brand and New Vessel
Cruise Industry News
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Ponant Explorations Group is introducing a new commercial brand for its yacht operations, Ponant Yachting. According to a press release, the launch showcases the Group’s expertise in crafting ultra-intimate experiences, combining sailing,...
EU unveils multimillion-dollar Pacific aid package, including $70m to French territories
RNZ
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September 11, 2025
EU Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela addressing the first EU-Pacific Business Forum in Fiji on Friday 5 September 2025. Photo: Delegation of the European Union to the Pacific French Pacific Overseas Countries and Territories...
Case proposal advances to further strengthen US-Pacific Islands partnerships
Maui Now - Hawaii
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File PC: (June 12, 2024) Office of Congressman Ed Case via YouTube US Rep. Ed Case announced that the US House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan foreign policy measure that included a provision of his Pacific Partnership Act to strengthen...
Exercise DELAYEN: 3rd ANGLICO Live-Fire Range in Tahiti
DVIDS - Georgia
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September 13, 2025
U.S. Marines with 3rd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, Force Headquarters Group, U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve, and French Armed Forces soldiers with the 21st Marine Infantry Regiment, Troupes de Marine, French Army, participate in a 3 day...