WASHINGTON (PACIFIC ISLAND TIMES) — The U.S. Air Force has deployed two B-1 lancers to Guam amid North Korea’s persistent threats to conduct nuclear tests in the region. “It’s not uncommon for us to have bomber task forces, which conduct operations around the world,” said Brigadier General Pat Ryder, the Pentagon’s press secretary. “Again, for […]
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Solomon Islands pre-cautionary approach to deep sea mining
HONIARA (SOLOMON STAR) —-The Solomon Islands Government through the Ministry of Mines and Energy will be taking pre-cautionary approach when it comes to opening up the country to deep sea mining. This was echoed by Minister of Mines and Energy Bradley Tovosia in parliament in response to a question raised by Opposition Leader on the […]
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Taiyo Micronesia Corporation criminally charged for unlawful removal of shark fins
POHNNPEI,FSMIS) — The Taiyo Micronesia Corporation (TMC) has been charged with unlawful removal of shark fins. TMC is a joint venture between a Japanese fishing company, Taiyo A & F Corporation, and the National Fisheries Corporation (NFC) of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). TMC has a fleet of five vessels: Taiyo Pohnpei, Taiyo Chuuk, […]
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7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes in South Pacific
NOUMEA (AFP) — A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck in the South Pacific today, the U.S Geological Survey said, sparking a tsunami warning for New Zealand, Vanuatu, New Caledonia and other nations in the region. The quake struck at just after midnight today local time (1320 GMT Wednesday) about 415 kilometres (258 miles) east of Vao in […]
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Pyramid scheme’s loot stolen from Solomon police lock-up
HONIARA (ABC) — A pyramid scheme which allegedly fleeced Solomon Islanders of thousands of dollars has found itself at the receiving end after AUD$50,000 (US$38,604) of its takings were stolen from police custody. Solomon Islands’ Police Commissioner Mostyn Mangau has vowed to bring those responsible to justice with one police officer suspended, as investigations continue. […]
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300 Dengue fever cases after Tropical Cyclones in Fiji
SUVA (FBC NEWS) — Around 300 cases of dengue fever have been recorded in Fiji following the two recent tropical cyclones. The Ministry of Health is expected to release the figures this Friday as the hospital and the public health labs are still testing samples from the divisions. Health Minister, Dr Ifereimi Waqainabete confirmed three […]