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The Rainbow Warrior saga. Part 2: Nuclear refugees in the Pacific – the evacuation of Rongelap
Asia Pacific Report
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July 6, 2025
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle On the last voyage of the Rainbow Warrior prior to its sinking by French secret agents in Auckland harbour on 10 July 1985 the ship had evacuated the entire population of 320 from Rongelap in the Marshall Islands. After...
Hawaii reports 9th case of travel-related dengue this year
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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June 30, 2025
The Hawaii Department of Health on Friday confirmed another case of travel-related dengue on Oahu, bringing the total reported in the state to nine so far this year. The latest case comes almost two months after the eighth case of dengue, which...
Reframing the French Indo-Pacific: New Caledonia, How to Overcome the Geopolitical Impasse?
The Diplomat
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July 4, 2025
As Emmanuel Macron wrapped up his visits to Vietnam, Indonesia, and Singapore – where he delivered the keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue at the end of May – the French president reaffirmed the Indo-Pacific’s strategic importance for both...
8 best overwater bungalows in the Caribbean
The Points Guy
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June 23, 2025
Overwater bungalows often conjure images of far-flung destinations like the Maldives or French Polynesia — places that may require long-haul flights, multiple connections, and a significant investment of time and money. But travelers don't need to...
Pacific health ministers tackle key priorities towards a healthier future for the Pacific region
Samoa News
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October 21, 2024
Manila, PHILIPPINES — Pacific Health Ministers launched their shared vision to address interwoven health challenges and work towards a healthier and more equitable Pacific region. The new Pacific Islands Multi-country Cooperation Strategy...
Canada issued travel advisories for 47 countries due to a mosquito-transmitted disease
Narcity
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October 23, 2024
If you've been dreaming of a tropical getaway, you might want to check Canada's latest travel advisories before booking that flight. The government has recently issued travel notices for 47 different countries due to a rise in dengue fever cases,...
Is the world is on the brink of nuclear catastrophe? This expert thinks so
The Sydney Morning Herald
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July 5, 2025
Fitz: Lights, camera, Kevin07! MP: Yes, and in parliament, the issues of concern to my Fremantle constituents tended to be the same things I was passionate about: that Australia should be a good global citizen, protect the environment, respect...
French parliament: Government should apologize for nuclear tests in Polynesia
NHK
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France's parliament has called on the government to apologize for nuclear tests France conducted in the South Pacific for three decades and amend the compensation law for residents suffering health damage. France staged 193 nuclear tests over a...
Press Release: Air Tahiti opts for ATR HighLine all-business class cabin
Runway Girl - Pennsylvania
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June 19, 2025
Air Tahiti, the leading inter-island carrier of French Polynesia, has selected the ‘ATR HighLine All-Business Class’ cabin interior for one of its four newly ordered ATR 72-600 aircraft. This marks the launch by Air Tahiti of a unique VIP service...
Hōkūleʻa crosses equator after challenging trip through doldrums
The Maui News - Hawaii
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The Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia voyaging canoes are expected to see land again in the next week after crossing the equator on their way to French Polynesia. Polynesian Voyaging Society / Jonathan “Sav” Salvador The Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia voyaging...
Prioritizing Health System Development in the Pacific: A Layered Approach
Pacific Islands Report
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September 11, 2024
Editor’s Note: This brief was originally published by CSIS and is reprinted with permission in its entirety. The Issue This brief gives an overview of health challenges across the Pacific Islands region and identifies the need for development...
A Brave Rescue Team Frees an Entangled Humpback Whale
AOL
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Humpback Whale, Underwater, Calf, French Polynesia, Photography© iStock.com/Baptiste Le BouilWhales continually inspire us with their immense size, complex social structures, and vital role in marine ecosystems. Unfortunately, these gentle giants...
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,...
France Urged to Apologise for Polynesian Nuclear Tests
News Central TV
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June 17, 2025
A French parliamentary report released on Tuesday recommends that Paris apologise to French Polynesia for the detrimental effects of nuclear tests conducted there over three decades, which resulted in harmful radiation exposure for tens of...
France urged to apologise over Polynesia nuclear tests
The Local - France
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June 18, 2025
Paris should apologise to French Polynesia for the fallout of nuclear tests there over three decades, which led to harmful radiation exposure, a French parliamentary report said. France conducted 193 nuclear tests in French Polynesia from 1966,...
Computer Vision Statistics 2024 – By Segments, Countries, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Healthcare Market, Retail Industry, Surveillance, Symptoms
Hollywood Gazette
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August 27, 2024
Computer Vision Statistics 2024 – By Segments, Countries, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Healthcare Market, Retail Industry, Surveillance, Symptoms August 21, 2024 — Introduction Reports indicate that by the end of the year 2030, the market size of...
Dengue Travel Alert Includes Tahiti, Moorea, Bora-Bora
Precision Vaccinations
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(Vax-Before-Travel News)French Polynesia, an archipelago of over 100 islands and atolls in the South Pacific Ocean, has become a vacationer's paradise. Unfortunately, the mosquito-transmitted Dengue has also found a home in 2025. As of May 22,...
Quantum Computing Statistics 2024 – By Segment Revenue, Country and Region, Healthcare Market, Best Stocks, Usage, Website and Companies
Hollywood Gazette
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August 20, 2024
Quantum Computing Statistics 2024 – By Segment Revenue, Country and Region, Healthcare Market, Best Stocks, Usage, Website and Companies August 15, 2024 — Introduction Quantum Computing Statistics: A report suggests that the industry of Quantum...
Why did Noah Lyles run the 200m final with COVID? How are American athletes like Ariana Ramsey accessing free health care? Your Olympic health questions answered.
Yahoo News
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Olympians need to fuel up and get in the right mindset to perform at peak levels in the hopes of taking home gold. But then there are the X factors — like COVID-19, injuries, pregnancies and even dirty water — that can add extra challenges and, in...
100+ Mental Health Quotes to Inspire Hope
Hollywood Gazette
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August 10, 2024
100+ Mental Health Quotes to Inspire Hope August 4, 2024 — Ever wonder if a few carefully chosen words could change the weather inside your head? Don’t roll your eyes just yet. In the torrential downpour of day-to-day hustle, those little snippets...