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Manu Samoa edge closer to 2027 World Cup qualification
The Samoans defeated Namibia 26-8 in Dubai early on Friday morning, recording their second victory in the Final Qualification Tournament.
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France beats Fiji in Bordeaux
16 Nov 2025France seal decisive victory against Fiji in home soil rugby test, handing the island-nation its second loss of a three-match European tour.
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Joseph Parker fails drug test on day of latest fight
15 Nov 2025Parker failed the test on the day he fought and lost to Britain's Fabio Wardley in London last month, his promoters confirmed.
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Cook Islands delays seabed mining decision
13 Nov 2025The country will extend seabed minerals exploration for a further five years, pushing the decision on whether to mine its polymetallic nodules-rich seafloor to at least 2032.
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No quick fix for soaring child obesity in Polynesia - health leader
The most obese 5-19-year-olds globally live in three Pacific Island nations, a UNICEF report found.
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Tuisova ready for 'home' showdown against French mates
Flying Fijians hitman Josua Tuisova says playing against the Les Bleus will be "tough", but he is looking forward to clashing with his French Top14 teammates on Sunday.
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Beyond 1.5: Why the global climate target still matters
Ten years ago, most of the world's countries signed up to the central pledge of the Paris Agreement: to limit global warming to well below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit the increase to 1.5°C.
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US advances offshore mineral plans in American Samoa, CNMI
13 Nov 2025The United States Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has taken major steps toward offshore critical minerals exploration in the Pacific.
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French minister holds marathon political talks in New Caledonia
12 Nov 2025France's Minister for Overseas' first visit to New Caledonia is marked by marathon political talks and growing concerns about the French Pacific territory's deteriorating economic situation.
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Hawaiian waka comes to Waitangi, 40 years after first visit
13 Nov 2025Forty years after its first visit sparked the revival of Māori ocean voyaging, the Hawaiian waka Hōkūleʻa is due back at Waitangi this Friday as part of an epic four-year voyage around the Pacific.
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Tourism industry concerned by NZ funding pause
13 Nov 2025The Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council is demanding answers as the diplomatic dispute between the Cook Islands and New Zealand deepens.
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Israel thanks Fiji and PNG for opening Jerusalem embassies, UN support
12 Nov 2025An Israeli minister touring the Pacific to discuss defence and cooperation says Fiji and Papua New Guinea are "great friends" amid shifting global alliances.
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Uni evacuates 1000 students as police chief condemns 'alcohol-fuelled stupidity'
12 Nov 2025Tears streamed down the faces of evacuees as the provincial government team and police loaded them into buses.
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Deep sea mining plumes threaten ocean food web - study
12 Nov 2025The research shows sediment waste discharged from deep sea mining could disrupt marine life in the mid-water, between 200-1500 meters deep, known as the "twilight zone".
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Manu Samoa hands debut to former Wallaby
Manu Samoa's campaign to secure a spot at the 2027 Rugby World Cup has been bolstered by the inclusion of the former Australian international.
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Katoa 'recovering well' in Auckland hospital
Tonga Rugby League president says they have been closely monitoring the NRL star's condition.
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Midday bushfire in Aitutaki sparks concern as island battles dry conditions
12 Nov 2025A bushfire that broke out around midday Sunday (Monday NZT) in the tourism hotspot caused anxiety among residents and tourists as smoke drifted across homes and nearby resorts.
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Former PM Ham Lini passes away at 73
The younger brother of Vanuatu's late 'father of independence' Walter Lini is being remembered for his calm leadership, humility and dedication to public service.
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Pacific news in brief
12 Nov 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including policemen facing drugs charges in Fiji.
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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 12 November
A round-up of sports news from around the region, including Frank Lomani on the road to recovery.
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Eli Katoa could be out of hospital this week
12 Nov 2025The Tongan rugby league star was admitted to hospital where he underwent emergency surgery following a series of head clashes during the Pacific Championship match against the Kiwis.
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'Rome wasn't built in a day': Health ministry defends wastewater spill
The Fijian Health Ministry confirms two operating theatres at the country's largest hospital were forced to close due to a blocked drainage causing "a sluice wastewater spillage".
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Cook Islands remains 'committed' to NZ
11 Nov 2025The Cook Islands government says it remains committed to free association with New Zealand despite recent disagreements and trust issues between the two governments. Audio
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Taiwan accuses China of 'coercion' after Fiji envoy's Taipei visit
The Fijian coalition government has issued a statement, saying it "reaffirms its commitment to the One China Policy".
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