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Kulas goalkeeper aims to improve after tough match
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...

Container home for prayer retreat
Local company Ready Homes Samoa Ltd. has partnered with the Worship Centre Christian Church Worldwide to deliver Samoa’s first two 40-foot expandable prefab container units in Papauta. At the grand opening of the Merroo Prayer house, the project...
Man who won $600m from Albanese for PNG rugby league embroiled in corruption scandal
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...

Melanesian showdown
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
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
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
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...

England have the right tools to down Australia in the Ashes, says Welsby
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...

Kiwi travellers urged to prioritise health insurance as dengue outbreaks surge across the Pacific
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...

Molly's dream turns into duty
At just 22 years old, Molly Malaki from Siumu has turned her childhood dream into reality, standing tall among the 95 recruits who officially graduated on Friday to become new officers in the Samoa Police, Prisons and Corrections Services. For...

Tulai Ese Mauu mai le 3 Vaega Faaupufai i le 4 Tausaga
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...
Pacific news in brief for 16 July
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...

PNG defeat Fiji to chase back-to-back titles
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...

Postcards from The Parthenon: Parkersburg
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...
History rewritten
THE echoes of 2022 rang out loud and clear as Papua New Guinea edged out Fiji, 2-1, in yesterday’s semi-final of the OFC Women’s Nations Cup at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva, Fiji. The defending champions will, on Saturday afternoon, meet Solomon...

Martin Offiah backs Junior Nsemba to become next English rugby league superstar
The 20-year-old was selected in Shaun Wane’s preparation squad for the ABK Beer Ashes Series against Australia, which begins in October, having made his England debut last November against Samoa. The second row’s incredible rise came during Wigan...

Wallabies v British & Irish Lions: Kick off time, teams
There is no doubt that the British & Irish Lions will be favourites to come out on top in the first Test against the Wallabies this Saturday as the highly-anticipated three-match series gets under way in Brisbane. The first Test kicks off at 12:00...
Forum Chair Brown sends well wishes to Pacific rugby team at RWC in France
Pacific Islands Forum Chair and Cook Islands Prime Minister, Mark Brown has sent his well wishes to the Pacific teams competing at this year’s Rugby World Cup in France. Brown made the remarks at the Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting (FFMM) in Suva,...

‘Turn the Aussies over’: Great Britain legend makes bold England call for upcoming Ashes series
Martin Offiah believes England are ready to break a decades-long drought and topple Australia in this year’s historic Ashes series, backing Shaun Wane’s side to deliver on home soil. With just 100 days until the opening Test kicks off at Wembley...

Live Sport on TV this weekend as British and Irish Lions in first Test action
THURSDAY, JULY 17 GOLF OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP SKY SPORTS, 6.30AM CYCLING TOUR DE FRANCE, STAGE 12 TG4, 1PM SOCCER WOMEN'S EURO 1/4 FINAL RTE2, 8PM READ NEXT: Limerick footballers prove big hit in live TV Tailteann Cup final ratings RUGBY LEAGUE ST...