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PM Eke meets Trump during UNGA80, amid US climate skepticism

PM Eke meets Trump during UNGA80, amid US climate skepticism

Prime Minister Dr ‘Aisake Eke has met US President Donald Trump in New York. Last last month, during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Trump and the First Lady hosted Hon. Eke and other leaders at the Lotte on Madison...

Owner:  Kalafi Moala
The best hikes on NZ’s South Island are accessible in a tiny campervan

The best hikes on NZ’s South Island are accessible in a tiny campervan

It’s sleeting on the west coast, raining on the east. I’m in New Zealand’s South Island in shoulder season, so this is not unexpected and I’ve planned accordingly: hikes by day, tiny camper by night, no fixed itinerary. My vehicle of choice is the...

Owner:  Nine Entertainment
WWE SmackDown results: Aleister Black burns Damian Priest with fireball

WWE SmackDown results: Aleister Black burns Damian Priest with fireball

WWE SmackDown's main event scene is experiencing a shakeup. Ahead of Crown Jewel, Aleister Black scored the biggest win of his career, and Jacob Fatu started to pursue Cody Rhodes. Black is more dangerous than ever. The ominous superstar went to...

Owner:  Shari Redstone (Family)
How Israel could retaliate against allies who recognised Palestine
Tensions flare: Police Minister in near altercation with former MP Lavulavu

Tensions flare: Police Minister in near altercation with former MP Lavulavu

An angry outburst from Minister of Police Piveni Piukala nearly escalated into a physical confrontation with former Cabinet Minister ‘Etuate Lavulavu during a press briefing yesterday—forcing Deputy Prime Minister Dr Taniela Fusimālohi to step in....

Owner:  Kalino Latu
Journalists dive into Japan’s solutions to climate, disaster and sustainability threats
"They put on clown makeup" - Solo Sikoa and the MFTs brutally trolled by WWE veteran after SmackDown return (Exclusive)
Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Wednesday

Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Wednesday

Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Wednesday (5.45pm (UK) kick-off). The Newcastle United players looking to bank...

Owner:  Mark Jensen & Chris Tait
Fuel costs up for October in Tongatapu

Fuel costs up for October in Tongatapu

Petrol in Tongatapu will climb to $3.15 per litre from 1 October. The Ministry of Trade and Economic Development (MTED) says the Tonga Competent Authority (TCA) has approved new petroleum prices. Petrol will increase by 0.5 seniti to $3.15/L,...

Owner:  Kalafi Moala
Wyatt Sicks Defeat Street Profits On WWE Smackdown, Confronted By MFTs
October Poll: UMS’ Kwemo storms major...

October Poll: UMS’ Kwemo storms major...

During the stops, the candidate promised reforms in taxation, the management of state resources and other issues which he said have hindered growth. The tour also took the UMS leader to Makenene in the Mbam and Inoubou Division of the Centre...

Owner:  Kristian Ngah Christian
Petrol prices to increase on October 1

Petrol prices to increase on October 1

Petrol prices for Tongatapu will increase by 5 seniti per litre, while retail prices for all petroleum products will remain the same starting tomorrow, 1 October The Ministry of Trade and Economic Development (MTED) advised that the October 2025...

Owner:  Fonua Family
Solo Sikoa confronts major WWE star about recent absence

Solo Sikoa confronts major WWE star about recent absence

Solo Sikoa sent a warning to an absent WWE star during tonight's SmackDown. The promotion is set for WWE Crown Jewel 2025 tomorrow in Perth, Australia. The Wyatt Sicks' Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis are the reigning WWE Tag Team Champions and were...

Owner:  Nitish Mittersain
Multilateral collaboration remains key amid funding shifts in global health

Multilateral collaboration remains key amid funding shifts in global health

As the US withdraws from the World Health Organization and cuts overseas aid, regional partnerships are critical to safeguarding the health of member countries in a region where climate change and chronic diseases loom large. These are some of the...

Owner:  Ian Birkby
Local elections 2025: Ben Fraser to join Alan Taylor as Whanganui’s Horizons representatives
Pastor, 2 others get 3yrs for possessing counterfeit $280,000

Pastor, 2 others get 3yrs for possessing counterfeit $280,000

THE Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has sentenced a pastor from Chipangali District in Eastern Province and two others to three years’ imprisonment with hard labor for being in possession of forged banknotes. In this matter, Elias Tonga, 55, of Mafuta...

Owner:  Joseph Mwenda
Amupitan gets Council of State nod as INEC chair

Amupitan gets Council of State nod as INEC chair

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Council of State has endorsed the appointment of Joash Ojo Amupitan, Professor of Law and expert in the Law of Evidence as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following...

Owner:  Uzor Kalu Family
The biggest names without NRL deals in 2026… and who could offer a lifeline
Teachers and their unions use innovative and empowering approaches to ensure the right to education for girls in all their diversity

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