Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
6 magnitude earthquake hits Pacific nation of Tonga
Yeni Safak
·
August 14, 2025
A 6 magnitude earthquake struck the Pacific island nation of Tonga on Thursday, with no immediate reports of a tsunami warning, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GEOFON) said. The quake hit the Tonga Islands region at 5.38 pm (0438GMT)...
USA Rejects Global Carbon Tax On Global Shipping - Small Pacific Islands Are Hypocrites For Their Role In ICJ Climate Advisory Says Friends Of Science Society
MENAFN
·
August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Friends of Science Society says it was hypocritical of the Small Pacific Island Nations to push for an advisory opinion on international climate obligations of countries, from the ICJ. The sponsoring nation, Vanuatu, operates...
5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hit Tonga Island
The State Signal
·
August 14, 2025
TONGA ISLAND – A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Tonga Island on Thursday, with the German Research Center for Geosciences (GEOFON) saying that no immediate reports of a tsunami warning. The quake hit the Tonga Islands region at 5.38 pm (0438GMT),...
Moderate Quake Hits Pacific Island Nation of Tonga
MENAFN
·
August 14, 2025
(MENAFN) A moderate earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale struck the Pacific island nation of Tonga on Thursday, with no immediate tsunami warnings reported, according to the German Research Center for Geosciences (GEOFON). The seismic...
6.2-magnitude earthquake hits Tonga Islands Region -- GFZ
Xinhua News Agency
·
HONG KONG, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 jolted the Tonga Islands Region at 0438 GMT on Thursday, the GFZ German Research Center for Geosciences said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to...
The Government of New Zealand announce additional NZD 5 million commitment to the Pacific Community Ocean Science Centre (PCCOS)
Pacific Community (SPC)
·
Rt Hon Winston Peters Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister for Racing and Minister for Rail - New Zealand The Government of New Zealand and the Pacific Community (SPC) have deepened their partnership with the announcement of NZD 5million to...
Scientists in American Samoa identified fossilized human remains that could be among the oldest in Polynesia.
Samoa News
·
August 5, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Deep in the volcanic terrain of American Samoa, researchers have uncovered fragmentary fossilized human remains. These ancient bones may represent some of the earliest human footprints in Polynesia. The discovery site,...
Coral research uncovers exciting new-to-science species hidden in plain sight
Scimex Newsfeed
·
August 11, 2025
From: Queensland Museum An international team of scientists working with Queensland Museum’s CoralBank have made groundbreaking findings that rewrite the family tree of one of the world’s most iconic coral groups and described five new-to-science...
Tonga says volcanic eruption and tsunami an ‘unprecedented disaster’
Pacific News Service
·
Tonga is facing an “unprecedented disaster” from a massive volcanic eruption that covered the nation in ash and 15-metre tsunami waves that destroyed almost all the homes on two small islands, the government has said. Hampered by a communications...
Tonga aids Cook Islands reunion with MV Taka‑i‑Pomana
Talanoa 'O Tonga
·
August 4, 2025
The Cook Islands PM acknowledged Tonga for its vessel support uniting island communities via the MV Taka‑i‑Pomana. In Rarotonga last week, Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown met Tonga’s PM Dr Aisake Eke to strengthen regional cooperation ahead...
Five new coral species found as scientists ‘rewrite the family tree’
Oceanographic Magazine
·
August 12, 2025
Among the five newly described species is Acropora harriottae, named after the Australian coral reef ecologist, Dr Vicki Harriott. Another – Acropora nyinggulu – is a common species on Western Australia’s Ningaloo Reef. Its name was chosen in...
Operation Island Chief reinforces Pacific unity against illegal fishing
Island Times
·
August 29, 2025
HONIARA (FFA)—The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has concluded Operation Island Chief 2025 (OPIC25), part of its ongoing programme of surveillance and monitoring operations to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing...
Tongan entrepreneur revives tradition, aims to support local women with mat business
Pacific Media Network
·
A Tongan businesswoman has embarked on a journey to weave tradition into her mat business, inspired by a conversation with her father. Haitelenisia Whare is the founder of Weaved Mats, a company that imports traditional woven mats from Asia, with...
Take Control of Your Cash Flow: Proven Strategies for AR Leaders
CFO Dive
·
Thank you for your interest in the webinar! Check your inbox for an email with instructions on viewing this on-demand presentation. Oops something went wrong. Watch Now {"LSQLeadFields":[{"Seq":1,"Name":"First...
NZ donates voting gear to boost Tonga’s electoral readiness
Talanoa 'O Tonga
·
August 9, 2025
The Tonga Electoral Commission (TEC) has received voting screens and signage from the New Zealand Electoral Commission, reinforcing efforts for transparent elections ahead of the 2025 General Election. H.E. Matthew Howell, representing New...
TMC and Tonga Announce Updated Sponsorship Agreement for Tonga Offshore Mining Ltd
Offshore Source - Florida
·
The Government of the Kingdom of Tonga and its sponsored entity, Tonga Offshore Mining Ltd, (TOML) together with TMC the metals company Inc., a leading developer of the world’s largest undeveloped resource of critical metals essential to energy,...
China’s medical assistance boost healthcare development in the Kingdom of Tonga
Talanoa 'O Tonga
·
August 6, 2025
Introduction The presence of Chinese medical teams in Tonga underscores the deepening bonds between the two nations, with ongoing collaborations aimed at elevating medical services and public health across the islands. This article shines a...
Silent invaders: Tonga faces new drug smuggling tactics as narco-subs emerge in the Pacific
Kaniva Tonga
·
August 3, 2025
Commentary – Tonga is in the grip of a drug crisis. That much is clear. What remains disturbingly unclear is whether our leaders truly understand the evolving methods used by transnational drug traffickers to infiltrate our borders. For years,...
Pasifika university students to represent Aotearoa at world-famous canoe race
RNZ
·
August 29, 2025
Pasifika uni students represent Aotearoa at world's largest canoe race University of Auckland waka ama team, Waipapa Taumata Rau, will compete in one of the world's most prestigious outrigger canoe events in Hawai'i. Photo: University of Auckland...
Cook Islands and Tonga strengthen bilateral ties ahead of celebrations
Cook Island News
·
August 2, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday welcomed the Prime Minister of Tonga and current Pacific Islands Forum Chair, Dr. Aisake Eke, to Rarotonga to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Cook Islands self-governance. OPM/25080195 Cook Islands Prime...