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French overseas minister open to nuclear study
The French overseas minister says she is not opposed to calls for a study into the possible genetic consequences of the French nuclear weapons tests in French Polynesia.Annick Girardin has told...
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PNG’s foreign-owned tuna canneries face closure under fishing discount cuts
Papua New Guinea (PNG)'s new policy to end discounts on tuna fishing fees will see foreign-owned canneries based on the island forced to close -- some soon -- one source told Undercurrent News.In a...
View ArticleKadovar Volcano information updates - No. 16
As of the 26th of January the eruption continues, much the same as for the last few days. The Main Crater is producing moderate to strong emission of white vapor clouds which is rising to less than...
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PIH prepares for International Cardiologist Team Visit with ‘Be a Hero’ Blood...
The first "Be a Hero” Blood Donation Drive of PIH for the year 2018 successfully concluded on the 24th of January 2018, with the team of PIH interacting with more than 200 participants within the...
View ArticleFunding issues may affect Rural health services in PNG
The issues with funding may affect the West Sepik Provincial Health Authority’s (PHA) focus in improving rural health service this year.The PHA boss Mr. Alphonse Yalim said, “the matter with funding...
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RSIPF destroys last blue boat
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has destroyed the last remaining blue boat, today (26 January 2018) out at sea, Iron Bottom Sound.Supervising Commissioner of RSIPF, Deputy Commissioner...
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Safety not guaranteed in Hela Province
The safety of Police and Correctional Service officers is not guaranteed in Hela province."Hela Provincial Administrator William Bando made this statement following the incident of a police officer...
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Solomon Islands Police in Makira-Ulawa Province investigate arson cases
Police in Makira-Ulawa Province are investigating two separate allegations of house burning, on 7 and 13 January 2018 at Taranirawo and Wakana Settlements, in West Wainoni area of the Province.It is...
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Impersonated Police Officer wants standards improved
Corporal Brian Mulo, the police officer, whose identity was implicated in the one of the most daring police impersonation cases, has called for drastic improvements in standards and professionalism in...
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Two election petitions dismissed
Two election petitions have been dismissed by the National Court in Waigani last week.The court dismissed the petition challenging the win of Jimi MP Wake Goi.The petition filed by runner-upm Mai Dop,...
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Oil Search Employees continue to help save lives
Oil Search Port Moresby based employees have helped save more lives at the Port Moresby GeneralHospital, through their ongoing participation in the corporate blood drive.“We are delighted that 27 of...
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KADOVAR ISLAND RELIEF EFFORTS SO FAR
Currently the East Sepik Provincial Government under the leadership of the Governor Allan Bird, the Administration particularly the Provincial Administrator and the Provincial Disaster Coordinator as...
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Category 1 cyclone off New Caledonia
A tropical cyclone that has been named Fehi is looming to the northwest of New Caledonia.According to the New Zealand Met Service, Fehi is moving in a south-southeast direction and is expected to pass...
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PM Tuilaepa applauds Ausralian Policy White Paper
The Government of Samoa is applauding the Australian Government’s Policy White Paper.“Because therein is a manifestation of the ‘step up’ approach towards strengthening Australia engagement in the...
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Health programme set for Pacific launch
A new programme focused on addressing the health effects of climate change on Small Islands Developing States (SIDS) will be launched soon after an agreement by the executive board of the World Health...
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Canberra Raiders could create Kato Ottio scholarship for Papua New Guinea...
By David Polkinghorne: The Canberra TimesThe Canberra Raiders will look to set up a Kato Ottio scholarship as a lasting legacy to help further the careers of promising Papua New Guinea...
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At least 10 killed in accidents on PNG's Highlands Highway
Accident on PNG Highlands Highway Photo: RNZI/Melvin LevongoAt least 10 people have been killed and dozens hospitalised in two separate accidents on Papua New Guinea's Highlands Highway.Eight people...
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PNG Barramundis player suspended for illegal action
The International Cricket Council made the announcement yesterday in a major blow the Barramundis' World Cup qualifying hopes.He was reported during an One Day International between the Barramundis and...
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Revamped PNG Hunters target title repeat
The Papua New Guinea Hunters are targeting back to back titles after naming their squad for the upcoming Intrust Super Cup rugby league season.Head coach Michael Marum has selected 13 new caps in a...
View ArticleStudents not equipped for Tertiary Studies in PNG
Half of the University of Papua New Guinea’s science foundation students have flunked their studies.They will not continue onto their second year because they have failed to meet the minimum required...
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