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Deciphering French Strategy in the Indo-Pacific
War on the Rocks
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March 13, 2025
From the fanfare-laden reopening of Notre-Dame to the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit held in the cavernous halls of the Grand Palais, to last-minute summits of European leaders hastily convened in the gilded chambers of the Elysee, French...
Couples Agree: This Is Royal Caribbean's Best Ship
The Travel
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July 5, 2025
Planning a cruise for two can sometimes be challenging, as couples often need to sift through dozens of ship options to find one that matches their travel style. While some ships are full to the brim with kid-friendly spaces, others can feel like...
Leaders’ Summit of the Small Islands Developing States on Climate Change held as part of COP29, President Ilham Aliyev attended the event -
APA
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On November 13, Leaders’ Summit of the Small Islands Developing States on Climate Change was held in Baku as part of COP29, APA reports. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, attended the event. Patricia Scotland, the moderator of...
France plans to deploy flagship carrier Charles de Gaulle to Pacific this year
Asia Pacific Report
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January 11, 2025
By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk France’s naval flagship, the 261m aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, is to be deployed to the Pacific later this year, as part of an exercise codenamed “Clémenceau 25”. French...
Pacific Islands News Roundup – Sep. 6 – Sep. 12, 2024
Pacific Islands Report
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September 12, 2024
Political Leadership, Regionalism, Peace and Security US House passes bill to seal Washington’s diplomatic ties with Pacific Islands states (Pacific Island Times) Papua New Guinea PM survives vote of no confidence, highlights nation-building...
How A Canoe Helped Turn Hawaiian Culture Into A Source Of Pride And Even Influenced Hollywood
Honolulu Civil Beat - Hawaii
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March 8, 2025
The Hōkūleʻa became a vehicle of discovery, exploration and justice for Native Hawaiians. Editor’s note: This story was written by Associated Press reporter Audrey McAvoy. HONOLULU (AP) — Hawai‘i’s American colonizers once banned the Hawaiian...
Aging and Addicted to Opioids
Utne Reader
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When Bert Mitchell remembers his motor-vehicle accident in February 2003, the 67-year-old can still see the two tractor-trailers jackknifed ahead of him on Highway 401, just north of Cobourg, Ontario, where he lives. As Mitchell careened toward...
CRGA54: Speech by Mareva Lechat-Kitalong, Delegate for International, European and Pacific Affairs of French Polynesia, host of the 54th meeting of the Committee of Representatives of Governments and Administrations
Pacific Community (SPC)
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Speech from Mareva Lechat-Kitalong, Delegate for International, European and Pacific Affairs of French Polynesia, host of the 54th meeting of the Committee of Representatives of Governments and Administrations 5 - 6 November 2024 - Papeete, French...
How a canoe helped turn Hawaiian culture into a source of pride and even influenced Hollywood
Associated Press
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March 8, 2025
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii’s American colonizers once banned the Hawaiian language in schools. Some Native Hawaiians tried to lighten their skin with lye. Many people believed Polynesian voyagers had simply lucked into finding the islands by drifting...
My family of 4 stayed on one of the world's most exclusive private islands. See inside our $6,000-a-night one-bedroom villa.
Insider
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March 6, 2025
My family stayed at The Brando on an exclusive private island in French Polynesia. A stay in this one-bedroom villa could typically cost about $6,000 a night. The villa was right on the beach and had a private pool, outdoor tub, and great views....
new data ranks city among more polluted urban areas as Air quality declines
Macau Daily Times
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March 13, 2025
Macau’s air quality has taken a turn for the worse, with new data placing the city among the more polluted urban areas in the region. According to a report by Swiss air quality firm IQAir, the city’s annual PM2.5 concentration increased from 16.2...
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Emily Osment and Jack Anthony pose backstage during the 28th Annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards; Amy Luciani and Dwight Howard attend DEN OF THIEVES 2: PANTERA - Atlanta Special Screening; Kris Humphries (L) and TV personality Kim Kardashian…
People - New York
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For all the Hollywood couples who've been married for decades, there are those that didn't quite make it to a year. That's the case for these 31 pairs, whether they wed on a whim in Las Vegas, couldn't move past differences once betrothed or faced...
Pacific Islands News Roundup –Aug. 30 – Sep. 5, 2024
Pacific Islands Report
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September 5, 2024
Political Leadership, Regionalism, Peace and Security PIF leaders conclude in Tonga with bold climate, health, and security commitments (PACNEWS) Pacific Islands Forum: Error blamed for Taiwan reference in leaders’ communique (PMN) Guam, American...
American warships sent to South Pacific Ocean as Chinese Navy circles Australia
GB News
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March 5, 2025
A US warship has been deployed in the South Pacific Ocean as Chinese naval ships continue to circumnavigate Australia. USS Shiloh, a US Navy missile-armed cruiser, visited the capital of French Polynesia, Papeete, on February 27. "Strengthening...
Dive into Manihi's lagoons and pearls in French Polynesia"
NewsBytes
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Summarize Manihi, in French Polynesia, is a paradise for pearl farming and marine exploration. Visitors can learn about pearl cultivation, snorkel in crystal-clear lagoons teeming with vibrant marine life, and immerse themselves in traditional...
Craving Paradise? These Are the 30 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
AOL
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The 30 Beautiful Beaches in the World Getty Images "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Ah, white sand, crystal clear waters, tropical drink in hand—who doesn't want to be relaxing on a...
French Polynesia’s Moetai Brotherson on New Caledonia, deep sea mining and regional ties
Islands Business
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September 3, 2024
The leaders of 56 member countries in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) have indicated their attendance at October’s conference including three monarchs. Prime Minister, Fiame Naomi Mata’afa gave a rundown on the details and...
US Sends Warship to South Pacific As Chinese Warships Encircle Ally
Newsweek
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March 5, 2025
A United States warship was deployed in the South Pacific Ocean as a Chinese naval flotilla continued its circumnavigation of Australia, a major American ally in the region. The Chinese Defense Ministry did not immediately respond to a Newsweek...
Pacific Islands News Roundup: Aug. 23-29, 2024
Pacific Islands Report
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August 30, 2024
Political Leadership, Regionalism, Peace and Security US-China tensions felt in Pacific leaders’ meeting (PMN) US deputy secretary pledges support for Pacific Islands Forum as US mobilizes across the north Pacific (Islands Business) Pacific...
Pacific 2025: Vanuatu quake, Tongan and Kanaky shakeups, Trump questions set tone for coming year
Asia Pacific Report
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January 3, 2025
Navigating the shared challenges of climate change, geostrategic tensions, political upheaval, disaster recovery and decolonisation plus a 50th birthday party, reports a BenarNews contributor’s analysis. COMMENTARY: By Tess Newton Cain Vanuatu’s...