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Honolulu, HAWAII — Working with the Government of Samoa, crews from the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Juniper (WLB 201) and USCGC Joseph Gerczak (WPC 1126) conducted security patrol operations in Samoa’s exclusive economic zone throughout February 2022, to protect fisheries and other natural resources....
Majuro, MARSHALL ISLANDS — The Marshall Islands is today remembering those affected by nuclear testing in their country.
1st March is a national holiday to allow people to commemorate Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day.
It was 1st March, 1954, when the United States most powerful hydrogen bomb...
Suva, FIJI — The head of the Pacific Islands Forum has condemned the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine.
In a statement, Secretary-General Henry Puna said the region has "observed from afar the violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as Russia's blatant disregard...
Apia, SAMOA — Vulnerable families in Samoa are being assisted with new housing as part of a partnership between the Samoan government and the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA).
In 2020 the Samoan government allocated 1 million tala from its stimulus package to assist struggling...
Suva, FIJI — The invasion of Ukraine is likely to have a signficant impact on the Pacific, warns a senior USP academic.
On Thursday, Russia commenced a massive invasion of neighboring Ukraine. More than 100 Ukrainian soldiers and civilians have been killed in the fighting so far. The invasion has...
Apia, SAMOA — It’s been 3 years now since Pati Chong Nee escaped from the Tafa’igata prison, and the police again failed to capture him during a major search operation in dense forest and difficult terrain close to Lake Lanoto’o, two weeks ago.
Acting Police Commissioner, Afamasaga Samuelu...
Topeka, KANSAS — A local Kansas television station is reporting a second discrimination lawsuit against Waste Management of Kansas.
Kauli Saili, Jr., provided 13 NEWS WIBW with a copy of his complaint against the company. Saili is American Samoan, and has worked for Waste Management for over five...
Nuku'alofa, TONGA — The Southern Cross cable that connects Tonga to the outside world is expected to be back in action today.
Tonga Cable Limited chief executive Samuiela Fonua said it will be ready later today but needs time for tests from the repair ship.
The handover to Tonga Cable will be done...
Apia, SAMOA — Three police officers in the rank of Corporal have been suspended and one has resigned over the current police investigation into alleged officer’s involvement in the illegal drugs trade.
The Acting Commissioner, Afamasaga Samuelu Afamasaga confirmed with Talamua the suspension and at...
Honolulu, HAWAII — Filming of “Magnum P.I” will shut down a Central Oahu road for two days next week.
All lanes of Kaukonahua Road between Wilikina Drive and Kamananui Road will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
HPD will be on site as professional stunt drivers get...