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Two Big Island students earn a first place prize in national history competition in D.C.
Big Island Now - Hawaii
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July 3, 2025
Showcasing their passion for history, Big Island students won top awards at the National History Day competition at the University of Maryland earlier this month. Hawaiʻi History Day students meet with Congresswoman Jill Tokuda and Senator Mazie...
WWE makes massive change to Solo Sikoa's faction ahead of SmackDown
Sportskeeda
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July 4, 2025
WWE Superstar Solo Sikoa's faction has become stronger than ever with some new additions. The Stamford-based promotion has now made a massive change to Sikoa's stable ahead of the upcoming edition of SmackDown. At Night of Champions, Solo Sikoa...
How UN Women turns gender data into impact
Birmingham Star - Alabama
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Data to end violence: United Republic of Tanzania “Before, I didn’t know where to report cases of violence. Now, I have the information and confidence to help others in my community do the same,” says regular Tumbatu FM listener Fatma Haji Silima....
UN space committee commends growing global south participation in outer space
JURIST
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June 21, 2025
The UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) reported on Saturday a transition towards more inclusive global participation in outer space activities, with the growing involvement of Global South countries, such as Ghana, Maldives,...
The neighbour market
The Monthly
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I realised too late that the front door was open. I should have called out and let myself in. Instead, I rang the bell, forcing Kitione Waqanisau to labour his way up the hallway on crutches. Kiti, as he likes to be called, guided me to the lounge...
Marie Kaipu shines as PNG defeat Sāmoa in OFC Women's Nations Cup opener in Fiji
Pacific Media Network
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The Oceania Football Confederation's (OFC) Women’s Nations Cup 2025 is underway in Fiji, and the champions from 2022 - Papua New Guinea - got off to a great start against Sāmoa, thanks to two goals from their legend Marie Kaipu. The match, played...
Waratahs v British & Irish Lions preview: Andy Farrell’s side to have ‘too much firepower’ as another convincing victory secured
Planet Rugby
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July 4, 2025
The British & Irish Lions will be determined to build on a promising start to their Australian tour when they take on the Waratahs in Sydney on Saturday. Confidence is high in the famous touring team’s ranks after they notched a half century of...
Groundbreaking gay Samoan-Aussie drama launches on SBS
QNews
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July 3, 2025
New Australian drama Moni, about a gay Samoan man navigating life in Western Sydney, premiered overnight on NITV and SBS On Demand. The series follows its title character, Moni — a 30-something gay Samoan man who returns home after ten years away...
Parliament approves $992m budget, targets private sector push
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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June 20, 2025
The Legislative Assembly has approved a $992 million national budget for the 2025–26 financial year, the Prime Minister said. Key investments include infrastructure upgrades, renewable energy projects. Budget details reveal $748.9million will be...
Swimmer Amaya Bollinger wins silver in 200M butterfly
The Guam Daily Post
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Guam earned its first swimming medal at the 12th Pacific Mini Games on Thursday in Koror, Palau. Amaya Bollinger delivered a standout performance in the 200-meter butterfly, capturing silver - on her 17th birthday - in 2 minutes 24.77 seconds....
Shaun Wane gives blunt response on reason for Hull KR star's England snub
Hull Live
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July 3, 2025
England boss Shaun Wane is a fan of Hull KR’s Dean Hadley - but still has nagging doubts about his international quality. The uncapped Robins forward, at home at back-row, prop or loose forward, is enjoying a stellar season for the Super League...
“Tupou vs Schoeman” – 3 Key Battles: NSW Waratahs vs British & Irish Lions
Ruck
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July 3, 2025
The British & Irish Lions continue their tour of Australia with a highly anticipated clash against the New South Wales Waratahs this Saturday. With momentum building and combinations starting to click, this fixture offers Andy Farrell another...
Marape welcomes US$63.4 Million GCF grant for landmark REDD+ Project
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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July 3, 2025
Prime Minister James Marape has welcomed the approval of a groundbreaking US$63.4 million grant by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for Papua New Guinea — the country’s first-ever single-nation GCF project — marking a major milestone in international...
Jacob Fatu’s former partner to make WWE debut only to turn on him on Solo Sikoa’s orders? Exploring the possibility
Sportskeeda
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July 3, 2025
WWE Superstar Jacob Fatu lost the United States Championship to Solo Sikoa at Night of Champions after finding himself in a four-on-one situation. Interestingly, his former tag team partner, Zilla Fatu, could come to his aid when he desperately...
Israel and Ukraine Used Smuggled Drones To Wreak Havoc on Their Enemies. Could China Do the Same?
The Washington Free Beacon - Virginia
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June 30, 2025
A covert Israeli drone base secretly installed in the heart of Iran. More than 100 Ukrainian remote-controlled military aircraft smuggled deep into Russia, concealed under wooden sheds. Israel and Ukraine have activated these assets to devastating...
The Best Rugby Players In The World: No. 74-50: Lions Fill The List
FloRugby - Texas
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July 2, 2025
FloRugby’s 2025 Top 100 Players list launched on July 1 with Nos. 100-75, showcasing a deep pool of talent from across the rugby world. That group included longtime internationals like Julian Montoya and Sevu Reece, rising stars such as Fin Smith...
Why a Japanese comic book’s July 5 tsunami prophecy has sparked panic
The Federal
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July 3, 2025
Rumours are circulating online about a massive tsunami expected to strike Japan on July 5, 2025, inspired by a 2021 comic book titled The Future I Saw by Ryo Tatsuki, often referred to as the “New Baba Vanga.” The prediction, based on a dream,...
Young star rising: Hildegard Matthes making waves at FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League - Oceania
FIBA Basketball
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KOROR (Palau) - She's been a familiar face in Samoan basketball for a few years, but the rise of Hildegard Matthes feels like it’s just beginning. “ I keep pushing myself. It's not all about age - it's about the skills. Hildegard Matthes At just...
Largest Maritime Navigation System Upgrade In Decades
Scoop
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Hon Chris Penk Minister for Land Information Hon James Meager Associate Minister for Transport The Government is making New Zealand more attractive to international shipping lines with the first major investment in navigation services in more than...
Michigan-China Economic review group director: CATL deal is 'high-risk experiment' for taxpayers
Detroit City Wire - Michigan
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July 1, 2025
Joseph Cella, Director, Michigan-China Economic and Security Review Group | LinkedInJoseph Cella, Director, Michigan-China Economic and Security Review Group | LinkedIn Joseph Cella, director of the Michigan-China Economic and Security Review...