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Kaipu magic nets PNG 2-1 winner
The National
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THE Papua New Guinea Women’s Football team will take on Tahiti today at 10am (PNG time) in their second Group A fixture of the OFC Women’s Nations Cup at Churchill Park, Lautoka, Fiji. In their opening match on Friday against Samoa, two brilliant...
Kulas goalkeeper aims to improve after tough match
FBC News
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July 17, 2025
Emily Esposito [Source: OFC Media/Facebook] In the aftermath of the Fiji Kulas’ Nations Cup semifinal outing, goalkeeper Emily Esposito faced the cameras with a candid assessment of the goals conceded, not to dwell on setbacks, but to firmly...
Rory Darge keen to see Scotland progress under his leadership
STV News
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July 17, 2025
Rory Darge is feeling the added responsibility of a captain as Scotland bid to ensure their summer tour is judged a success. Scotland pulled off victory in New Zealand in the first match of the Pacific adventure when they beat the Maori All Blacks...
New World Rugby rankings table delivers Wales catastrophe amid big England change
Wales Online
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July 7, 2025
Wales have sunk to an all-time low of 14th in the latest rugby world rankings, published today. Having previously sat in 12th, Matt Sherratt's side have been overtaken by Japan and Samoa in the latest round of rankings, plumbing unprecedented...
Man who won $600m from Albanese for PNG rugby league embroiled in corruption scandal
Brisbane Times
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July 17, 2025
Save Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Got it Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size The chairman of the successful bid for Papua New Guinea’s new rugby league franchise faces...
Dengue Fever: Extended School Break for Years 1-7 in Certain Districts
Samoa Global News
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July 17, 2025
By: Jasmine Netzler-Iose, Gvt Press. The Ministry of Education and Culture’s Chief Executive Officer A’eau Chris Hazelman has confirmed the suspension of the start of Term 3 for several government schools next week in response to a request from...
Melanesian showdown
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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July 17, 2025
The stage is set for a thrilling OFC Women’s Nations Cup 2025 final, as Melanesian heavyweights Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands prepare to battle for regional glory. Papua New Guinea are chasing back-to-back titles after lifting their maiden...
Arts in the Heart returns closer to Savannah River this year
WRDW 12 - Georgia
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July 17, 2025
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival is relocating back to the Savannah River this year. The festival will be located on the Augusta Common, Reynolds Street and by the River from Sept. 19-21. Guests will still have...
Young stars could be Silver Ferns bolters
Newsroom
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July 17, 2025
As another season of the ANZ Premiership nears its conclusion, eyes will be turning to the upcoming international netball season. The Silver Ferns play three matches against South Africa in September, followed by the iconic Constellation Cup...
Watch The Springboks vs. Georgia Rugby Free Live Stream On July 19
FloRugby - Texas
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July 17, 2025
South Africa Rugby, the No. 1-ranked team in the world, hosts Georgia on July 19 in Mbombela in the final match of the July International window for the Springboks. And fans in the United States can watch it live for free. The match will stream at...
Contributors question education loan
Samoa Observer
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No clear answer has been given as to why the Samoa National Provident Fund's Educational Loan Scheme has been put on hold. Many are frustrated and want answers. The Chief Executive Officer for SNPF, Lemalu Selesitina Meni-Reti was asked by the...
England have the right tools to down Australia in the Ashes, says Welsby
Hillingdon & Uxbridge Times
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The 24-year-old St Helens man is currently out with a long-term knee injury suffered during his side’s 34-4 loss at the hands of Hull KR in May. But despite being told the recovery time would be 16 weeks, the full-back, who can also play at...
League versus union: Australia’s rugby diplomacy needs a game plan
The Interpreter
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July 7, 2025
As sure as night follows day, Australia finds itself drawn into strategic competition with China in the Pacific – this time in a domain entirely of its own design. News broke last week that the governments of Fiji, Tonga and Samoa are preparing to...
Kiwi travellers urged to prioritise health insurance as dengue outbreaks surge across the Pacific
Pacific Media Network
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Travellers from New Zealand planning a getaway to tropical destinations are being urged to grab comprehensive travel insurance, as dengue fever cases continue to climb in certain Pacific countries. Fiji has been particularly hit hard, reporting...
Tulai Ese Mauu mai le 3 Vaega Faaupufai i le 4 Tausaga
Samoa Global News
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July 16, 2025
I le toe 6 ai o vaiaso ona tuuvae lea o le atunuu i lana faiga filifiliga i le palota tele, aemaise ua ma’ea le piriota e resitala ai sui tauva mo vaega faaupufai, ae peitai, o lea ua iai nisi o suiga e pei o le Minisita Tausi o le Matagaluega o...
Postcards from The Parthenon: Parkersburg
The Parthenon - West Virginia
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July 17, 2025
Tucked along the banks of the Ohio and Little Kanawha Rivers, Parkersburg, West Virginia, is a city where industry meets charm and history lingers around every bend. Known for its Victorian architecture and Appalachian grit, Parkersburg offers...
Opinion: The only Protection we have against Misinformation is the Rule of Law
Samoa Global News
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July 6, 2025
LETTER TO THE EDITOR from Leader of Opposition. The Weight of Words The reported arrest and charging of an overseas based blogger for making serious allegations and threats against public officials is further proof that misinformation and...
Pacific news in brief for 16 July
RNZ
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July 16, 2025
Tonga's Health Minister Dr ʻAna ʻAkauʻola said that the system has been fully restored. Photo: 123RF Tonga - attack Tonga's National Health Information System - hacked three weeks ago in a cyber attack - is now back in action. Health Minister Dr...
15,000 eligible voters still remain unregistered
Talamua
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July 6, 2025
By Lagi Keresoma/ Apia, Samoa – 07 July 2025 – A significant number of 15,000 eligible voters remain unregistered when the registration of voters for the 29 August general elections closed last Friday. The latest update from the Office of the...
PNG defeat Fiji to chase back-to-back titles
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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July 17, 2025
PAPUA New Guinea are one win away from defending their OFC Women’s Nations Cup title, following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over hosts Fiji in a gripping semi-final at HFC Stadium in Suva. Ericson Komeng’s side enjoyed long spells of dominance and...