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Leitī study highlights unique intersectional experiences of LGBTQIA+ Tongans
Pacific Media Network
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The life experiences of Tongan leitī in Aotearoa are explored in a new study that combines Pacific identity, wellbeing, and culturally grounded clinical psychology methods. The study, titled Leitī in Red: Exploring the Life Experiences of Kau...
Solomon Islands Media Professionals Gain Insightful Experience Of China’s Media, Culture, And Mesmeric Growth
Scoop
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Four media professionals from the Solomon Islands (SI) successfully completed a two-week seminar on Full-Media Communication for “Belt and Road Countries” in China, describing the training program as an eye-opener as cooperation between the two...
The Māori economy exceed $120 billion
Waatea News
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Role Funding: pijf-0044 Born in the Horowhenua with whakapapa connections to Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga and the Pasifika community (Tonga). Jackson has over decades of experience leading people in Banking and Technology. The Māori economy has...
Building resilient education systems: Shifting from deficit-driven to strengths-based approaches to resilience
Pacific Community (SPC)
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In recent years, education systems around the globe have grappled with unprecedented disruptions, ranging from pandemics and natural disasters to climate change, political instability, wars, and migration. These challenges have exposed the...
Kurtley Beale among first 5 selected for Indigenous squad to play the British and Irish Lions
Rocky Mountain Outlook
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June 26, 2025
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The British and Irish Lions will see the familiar face of Wallaby veteran Kurtley Beale on their Australian tour , albeit later than expected. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The British and Irish Lions will see the...
FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League - Oceania Debuts in Palau
FIBA Basketball
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KOROR (Palau) - The inaugural FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League - Oceania officially tips off today. This landmark event marks a significant step forward for youth FIBA 3x3 basketball in the region, offering a direct pathway to international...
1 in 3 Tuvaluans Applies for a New ‘Climate Visa’ to Australia
The Diplomat
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June 30, 2025
In just four days, one-third of the population of Tuvalu entered a ballot for a new permanent visa to Australia. This world-first visa will enable up to 280 Tuvaluans to move permanently to Australia each year, from a current population of about...
Tongan climate artist Uili Lousi dies suddenly in Auckland
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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June 20, 2025
Uili Lousi, president of OHAI Tonga, passed away in Auckland on 20 June, confirmed by a relative. The internationally acclaimed artist and activist was 48. Lousi’s powerful artwork, centred on Fata‑‘o‑tu’i‑Tonga motifs, blended traditional Tongan...
What does the US remittance tax means for the Pacific?
RNZ
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June 30, 2025
A view of the US Capitol in Washington on 30 June 2025. US senators began voting Monday on Donald Trump's flagship spending bill, as the deeply divisive package -- expected to slash social programs for the poor and add an eye-watering $3 trillion...
Tongan Trailblazer; Puloka Makes History at Basketball Without Borders Asia
FIBA Basketball
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SINGAPORE - Among 22 young Oceania athletes, Fa'anaetaua (Taua) Puloka is breaking new ground for Tonga Basketball, becoming the first-ever Tongan athlete to participate in the prestigious National Basketball Association (NBA) and International...
Tongan Market Corporation Ltd awards four scholarships
Talanei
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June 18, 2025
Four high school graduates of Tongan descent are able to pursue higher education at the American Samoa Community College with scholarships from the Tongan Market Corporation LTD Scholarship Program. The scholarship program was established in 2022...
6 small countries around the world with rich culture and history
The Times of India
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Our world has different small and big countries that hold unique charm, rich history, and fascinating cultures. These factors also make them different from each other. We know about the rich culture and history of big countries, but people know...
High Court rules in favour of Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga
Waatea News
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Role Funding: pijf-0044 Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga has been granted Customary Marine Title over a large part of their coastal area—from Kukutauaki to the Rangitīkei River. The Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011 is a landmark piece of...
High Court rules in favour of Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga
Waatea News
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June 23, 2025
Role Funding: pijf-0044 Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga has been granted Customary Marine Title over a large part of their coastal area – from Kukutauaki to the Rangitīkei River. The Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011 is a landmark piece...
Immigration: 36 countries threatened with exclusion by Trump, is Tunisia in the crosshairs?
Tunisie Numerique
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June 18, 2025
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp The administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump, whose influence continues to shape current policy, has officially warned 36 countries—25 of them located in Africa—giving them a 60-day deadline to...
Tonga hosts Pacific Immigration Development Forum
Matangi Tonga Online
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June 17, 2025
Tonga is hosting the 27th Pacific Immigration Development Community (PIDC) annual conference, officially opened today, 17 June, by HRH Tupouto’a ‘Ulukalala at the Fa’onelua Convention Center in Nuku'alofa. The PIDC is a forum for official...
SAPS intensifies crackdown on gender-based violence with over 200 arrests in one week
IOL
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The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested more than 200 suspects for rape during operations across the country in a week to intensify efforts in the fight against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). Police spokesperson...
Hikuleo Debuts At Night Of Champions, New Name Revealed (WWE News)
WhatCulture
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June 29, 2025
Hikuleo debuts, Tonga Loa returns as Solo Sikoa wins US Title. WWE.comAfter plentiful speculation, Hikuleo finally made his WWE debut 'proper' at Night of Champions yesterday, costing Jacob Fatu and aligning with Solo Sikoa. Sikoa vs. Fatu...
NZ grants Tongan lesbian refugee status over persecution fears
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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June 18, 2025
A Tongan woman has been granted refugee status in New Zealand over fears of persecution due to her sexual orientation. A recent decision by New Zealand’s Immigration and Protection Tribunal has recognised the woman, identified only as “EU...
Tonga Red Cross urges regular voluntary blood donations
Pacific Media Network
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“Every drop counts” is the message from the Tonga Red Cross as the organisation prepares to commemorate World Blood Donor Day. Sione Taumoefolau, the Secretary-General of Tonga Red Cross, says that while the country heavily relies on emergency and...