Beijing and Canberra are locked in a 'permanent contest' for influence in the Solomon Islands, using starkly different policing strategies. Discover who is winning the battle for hearts and minds.
In the Solomon Islands, China and Australia are locked in a strategic battle for influence, using contrasting policing methods. Discover who is winning the hearts and minds of the Pacific nation.
A massive digital billboard in the South Pacific, dubbed 'Times Square', has ignited a fierce debate about cultural preservation versus modernisation. Discover the full story behind this controversial landmark.
The US will impose visa restrictions on Tonga from January, citing overstay rates. Pacific leaders condemn the move as unjust and damaging to cultural ties. Read the full story.
As sea levels rise, the Pacific nation of Tuvalu faces an existential threat. Discover the community's struggle and the global implications of climate-induced displacement.
Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures Right Livelihood award after landmark ICJ climate ruling that could reshape environmental law and protect Indigenous communities worldwide.
Samoa's Prime Minister has suspended the Samoa Observer from press conferences, triggering widespread condemnation and raising serious press freedom concerns in the Pacific nation.
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.
PM Anthony Albanese says Australia will not block Turkey's bid to host the COP31 climate summit, prioritising Pacific island interests and global climate unity. Read the full story.
Tensions escalate in the East China Sea as China deploys coast guard ships and military drones near Japanese territory following PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Read the latest developments.
Channel Islands airline Blue Islands ceases trading, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. Find out about refunds and alternative travel options.
Channel Islands airline Blue Islands ceases trading, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. Find out about refunds and alternative travel options.
Channel Islands carrier Blue Islands suspends trading, stranding passengers. Second regional airline failure in weeks. Find out about alternative travel options and rescue fares.
Respected ocean scientist Dr Katy Soapi helped lead a successful community campaign to protect Tetepare Island from logging, creating a model for Pacific conservation. Discover how traditional knowledge and science unite to preserve heritage.
Discover the remarkable story of Dubai's World Islands - a $14bn project that survived financial crisis and bankruptcy to become an emerging tourism destination. Explore this ambitious development today.
Discover the Cies Islands, a pristine Spanish archipelago with Caribbean-style beaches and UNESCO protection. A perfect escape from crowded tourist hotspots.
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.
Discover how Britain's most spectacular remote islands are surprisingly accessible with journey times under two hours from mainland UK. From the Isles of Scilly to the Scottish Hebrides, your island escape is closer than you think.
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump allegedly considered recognising several Pacific islands as independent nations during his administration, in a bold geopolitical gambit targeting Chinese influence.
Escape to Bawah Reserve, an exclusive eco-luxury retreat in Indonesia's pristine Anambas Islands offering sustainable luxury amidst breathtaking natural beauty.
Discover exclusive private islands available for complete rental, from tropical Caribbean retreats to historic Scottish hideaways. Your ultimate guide to luxury isolation.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese escapes to the tropical islands of Palau with partner Jodie Haydon, sparking debate about political priorities during domestic crises.
A massive marine heatwave dubbed 'the Blob' has resurfaced in the Pacific Northwest, threatening marine ecosystems and raising concerns about climate change impacts on ocean temperatures.
Discover why Jersey is the ultimate British escape, blending French flair with British charm through its rich history, world-class food scene, and breathtaking coastal landscapes.
Stunning photographic essay reveals the harsh reality of workers harvesting seabird droppings from treacherous Pacific islands for global agriculture.
Two British women make history as first female crew to row non-stop across the Pacific Ocean, battling 40ft waves and extreme isolation in 6-month epic voyage.
President Macron faces international criticism as France asserts sovereignty over scattered islands in the Indian Ocean, raising tensions with Madagascar and challenging UN maritime conventions.
From Indonesia's secret archipelagos to Finland's remote hideaways, explore breathtaking islands where tranquillity reigns supreme and mass tourism remains a distant memory.
British tourists face major disruption as Foreign Office updates Spain travel advice amid widespread strikes affecting airports, transport and hotels
A dangerous new practice called 'flashblood' or 'Bluetoothing' where drug users share HIV-infected blood is accelerating transmission rates across East Africa and Pacific Islands, warn health experts.