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Ritz-Carlton Winter 2026-27 Itineraries Mark Debut in Polynesia
Cruise Industry News
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has unveiled its Winter 2026-27 itineraries, introducing an expanded portfolio of experiences across French Polynesia, Hawaii and Asia-Pacific aboard the Evrima and Luminara. From October 2026 to April 2027, the...
CNMI group raises concern on Guam governor's nuclear weapons storage stance
RNZ
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August 18, 2024
Guam's Governor Lou Leon Guerrero said missile testing and housing nuclear weapons on the US territory is a way of deterring aggression. Photo: Facebook / Andersen Air Force Base, Guam An indigenous advocacy group in the Northern Marianas is...
In response to Government of Guam’s comments on nuclear armament
Marianas Variety
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DEAR Honorable Governor Palacios and CNMI Legislators, We are writing in regards to a recent Radio New Zealand interview with the Honorable Governor of Guam, Lou Leon Guerrero. In her interview, Honorable Gov. Leon Guerrero defends the use of...
Thousands gather in Papeʻetē to celebrate the arrival of Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia
Maui Now - Hawaii
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Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrive in Papeʻetē. PC: 2025 Polynesian Voyaging Society / Jonathan “Sav” Salvador Voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrived in Papeʻetē yesterday to a celebration that brought together thousands of people from across...
Thousands gather to celebrate Hōkūleʻa’s arrival in Tahiti
The Maui News - Hawaii
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A large crowd celebrates the arrival of the voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia in Papeete, Tahiti, on Sunday. Polynesian Voyaging Society/Jonathan “Sav” Salvador The voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrived in Papeete, Tahiti, on...
The Legal Implications of Continued Colonialism in the World
The News (Nigeria)
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August 15, 2024
Femi Falana, SAN Femi Falana INTRODUCTION The members of the Society for International Relations Awareness (SIRA) deserve commendation for promoting international solidarity with colonised people in Africa and other parts of the world. I wish to...
Google to build FJ$200 million data center in Fiji, deputy PM says
Data Center Dynamics
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Google is set to build a FJ$200 million (US$89.4m) data center in Fiji. In a recent YouTube video with Vijay Narayan, deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica said Google connectivity brings "serious opportunities" for Fiji to become a regional hub...
Deputy PM hopes to visit New Caledonia by the end of year
Pacific Media Network
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister, Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters has wrapped up his North Pacific Tour in Palau, announcing $16.4 million in support to the Pacific Association of Supreme Audit Institutions (PASAI). PASAI aims to...
Good governance a focus of Winston Peters’ North Pacific tour
Te Ao Maori News
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August 15, 2024
New Zealand will support good governance and quality audit activities in the North Pacific, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says. “Promoting good governance and strong institutions is an important part of our development programme in the...
U.S Military eyes Australian Island for Pacific Deterrence Initiative
Islands Business
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August 7, 2024
A day etched into Tahitian history thanks to the will and drive of 22-year-old, Kauli Vaast. No longer just a local hero – but as of now, an Olympic surfing champion. The hometown boy carried the dreams of the French Polynesian people on his...
Good Governance A Focus Of North Pacific Tour
Scoop
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Rt Hon Winston Peters Deputy Prime Minister Minister of Foreign Affairs New Zealand will support good governance and quality audit activities in the North Pacific, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says. “Promoting good governance and strong...
Pacific Association of Supreme Audit institutions to receive millions from New Zealand Government
TP+
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August 15, 2024
Photo: Winston Peters / X New Zealand will support good governance and quality audit activities in the North Pacific, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says. “Promoting good governance and strong institutions is an important part of our...
Full list of countries where drivers need a permit to take a road trip
Manchester Evening News
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June 26, 2025
UK holidaymakers planning to drive while on holiday abroad may not be aware that some countries require tourists to be in possession of a international driving permit (IDP) to drive. If you fail to apply for a permit, you could land yourself in...
The Rainbow Warrior 1985-2025 || Part 1: French State Terrorism And The End Of Innocence
Scoop
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Immediately after murdering Fernando Pereira and blowing up Greenpeace’s ship the Rainbow Warrior in Auckland harbour, several of the French agents went on a ski holiday in New Zealand’s South Island to celebrate. Such was the contempt the French...
7 Epic trips to take to celebrate military retirement
We Are The Mighty
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August 14, 2024
Celebrating a military retirement – whether it’s yours or for your spouse – is a monumental occasion, marking the end of a dedicated career and the beginning of a new chapter filled with freedom, endless possibilities, and maybe a little bit of...
Eyewitness account of Rainbow Warrior voyage – new Eyes of Fire edition
Asia Pacific Report
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July 4, 2025
By Giff Johnson, editor of the Marshall Islands Journal Author David Robie and Little Island Press are about to publish next week a 40th anniversary edition of Eyes of Fire: The Last Voyage and Legacy of the Rainbow Warrior, a first-hand account...
Florida retirees may face trial in France over sale of stolen gold from 18th-century shipwreck
The Independent
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July 4, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – 8.7.24
Florida Politics
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August 7, 2024
Good Wednesday morning. New Gaming Compact requested – A new Gaming Compact could soon be in the works, but not with the Seminole Tribe of Florida. The Poarch Band of Creek Indians have formally asked the Governor’s office for a Compact and have...
Elderly US novelist and husband embroiled in scandal involving shipwreck's stolen treasure
Daily Mail
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July 3, 2025
An elderly novelist and her husband embroiled in a scandal over the illegal sale of gold bars plundered from a shipwreck are facing a possible trial in France over their alleged involvement. Eleonor 'Gay' Courter, 80, and her husband Philip, 82,...
Stolen gold from French shipwreck could spell trouble for U.S. couple
CBS News
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An 80-year-old American novelist and her husband are among several people facing a possible trial in France over the illegal sale of gold bars plundered from an c shipwreck, after French prosecutors requested the case go to court. Eleonor "Gay"...