Cruise ship detained in PNG after grounding incident
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship remains detained off Papua New Guinea following a grounding. Investigations are underway as passengers are flown home. Read the latest.
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Cruise ship stranded off PNG, 1,500 passengers to be flown home
A major cruise ship has run aground near Papua New Guinea. With refloating efforts unsuccessful, plans are underway to airlift all 1,500 passengers and crew to safety. Read the latest updates.
Coral Adventurer runs aground off Papua New Guinea
Passengers evacuated after the Coral Adventurer cruise ship hit a reef off Papua New Guinea. This incident follows the tragic death of a passenger left behind on an island. Read the full report.
Cruise ship aground after fatal passenger incident
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship has run aground off Papua New Guinea. The incident follows an investigation into the death of a passenger left behind on a remote island. Read the latest.
Cruise ship grounds in PNG after passenger left behind
An Australian cruise ship is under investigation after running aground off Papua New Guinea with 120 people onboard, following an incident where a passenger was left behind.
Cruise ship runs aground off Papua New Guinea
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship has run aground off Papua New Guinea with 123 people onboard, weeks after a passenger was left behind and died. Read the latest updates.
Benin's First AFCON Win Fuels Progression Hopes
Benin secured a historic first-ever AFCON tournament victory, beating Guinea-Bissau 2-1. The crucial win keeps their knockout stage dreams alive in Group D. Read the full match report.
Tapsoba's 98th-minute header wins it for Burkina Faso
Edmond Tapsoba's last-gasp header secured a stunning 2-1 victory for Burkina Faso over 10-man Equatorial Guinea in a dramatic Africa Cup of Nations opener. Read the full match report.
Afcon 2025: Burkina Faso face Equatorial Guinea on Christmas Eve
Live updates and team news as Burkina Faso take on Equatorial Guinea in a crucial Africa Cup of Nations Group E fixture. Kick-off is at 12.30pm GMT. Follow the action.
US Awards $1.6m No-Bid Contract for Hep B Study
The Trump administration awards a controversial $1.6 million contract to Danish scientists for a hepatitis B vaccine study on African newborns, raising major ethical concerns. Read the full investigation.
Unethical US Vaccine Trial in Africa Sparks Fury
The Trump administration is funding a controversial hepatitis B vaccine study in Guinea-Bissau, which experts call 'neocolonialist' and 'highly unethical'. Discover the global health implications.
Pirates storm tanker, kidnap 12 crew off Equatorial Guinea
Armed pirates have seized 12 crew members from a Portuguese LPG carrier in a major maritime security incident. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.
Qantas Flights Return for PNG's NRL Team
Qantas announces the return of Sydney to Port Moresby flights, driven by business growth and the new Papua New Guinea NRL team launching in 2028. Discover the travel impact.
Top New UK Casino Sites for December 2025 Revealed
Discover the best new online casinos in the UK for December 2025. Expert analysis reveals top picks for slots, roulette, blackjack, and the best welcome bonuses and mobile apps.
West African Bloc Holds Talks with Guinea-Bissau Coup Leaders
An ECOWAS delegation has arrived in Guinea-Bissau for crisis talks with military leaders who seized power last week. The mission seeks a return to constitutional order after a contested election. Read the latest on the unfolding political crisis.
I Only Rest in the Storm: Postcolonial Blues in Guinea-Bissau
Pedro Pinho's intelligent three-hour drama dissects white privilege and postcolonial relations in Guinea-Bissau. The film opens at London's ICA on 5 December.
Man graduates after escaping cannibal tribe death sentence
Wawa Chombonggai graduates from university two decades after being marked for death by his cannibal tribe in West Papua. Read his incredible survival story.
African Union suspends Guinea-Bissau after coup
The African Union has suspended Guinea-Bissau following a military coup, reinforcing its zero-tolerance stance on unconstitutional government changes. Discover the latest developments.
Guinea-Bissau coup: President flees to Senegal as junta takes power
Deposed Guinea-Bissau president Umaro Sissoco Embaló arrives in Senegal following military coup. New junta leader announced as West African nations condemn takeover. Read the latest developments.
Guinea-Bissau military takes control amid election chaos
Military officers seize power in Guinea-Bissau, closing borders and dissolving institutions following contested election results. International community condemns coup.
South Korea ferry runs aground after phone distraction
A South Korean ferry carrying 267 people ran aground after the helmsman was distracted by his phone. All passengers were safely rescued. Read the full report.
Pacific Fury Over Australia's COP31 Decision
Papua New Guinea condemns Australia's withdrawal from co-hosting COP31, calling UN climate summits a 'talk fest' that fails to hold major polluters accountable for rising sea levels.
PNG Leader: COP Summits Are Failing Vulnerable Nations
Prime Minister James Marape launches blistering critique of UN climate conferences, arguing they've become ineffective talking shops that ignore the urgent needs of developing nations facing existential threats.
Guinea's Simandou Threatens Australia's Iron Ore Dominance
Australia's iron ore industry faces unprecedented threat as Guinea's Simandou project, containing world's largest untapped deposit, prepares to flood global markets by 2028, potentially wiping billions from mining giants.
Torrential Rain Floods New York City Streets
Heavy rainfall transforms New York City streets into rivers, causing widespread flooding and travel chaos during Halloween celebrations. Dramatic footage shows vehicles struggling through deep waters.
Ohtani's two homers lead Dodgers to dominant win over Blue Jays
Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani delivers another historic performance with two home runs as Los Angeles Dodgers dominate Toronto Blue Jays in spectacular fashion.
Guinea turmoil: Military storms prison, dissolves government
Guinea faces political chaos as elite forces storm main prison, freeing inmates while military government dissolves interim cabinet in dramatic power struggle.
Papua New Guinea's First Saint: Peter Torot Canonised
In a historic moment for Catholicism, Pope Francis has canonised Peter Torot as Papua New Guinea's first saint, recognising miracles that transformed spiritual life in the Pacific nation.
Refugee to Football Star: Al-Hassan Toure's Journey
Discover the inspiring story of Sydney FC star Al-Hassan Toure, who escaped civil war in Guinea to become one of Australia's most promising football talents through sheer determination and resilience.
PNG PM's convoy vehicle strikes child in Canberra
A young child was struck by a vehicle in Prime Minister James Marape's convoy during his visit to Australia, sparking urgent medical response and diplomatic concern.
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