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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.
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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.
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British tourists face major disruption as Foreign Office updates Spain travel advice amid widespread strikes affecting airports, transport and hotels
A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings across the Philippines and Indonesia, with coastal communities urgently evacuating. The powerful tremor struck near Mindanao, prompting immediate emergency response.
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.
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Hurricane Orlene intensifies to Category 3 storm as it barrels toward Mexico's Pacific coastline, triggering warnings and preparations from the Leeward Islands to Miami.
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In a landmark move that reshapes Pacific power dynamics, Australia has signed a comprehensive security agreement with Papua New Guinea, marking Canberra's strongest commitment yet to regional stability amid growing Chinese influence.
New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters makes strategic Pacific visit to Samoa, reinforcing diplomatic ties as China's regional influence grows
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested and held for hours in a bedbug-infested London police facility following an environmental protest outside the Energy Intelligence Forum.
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Vladimir Putin has been filmed recounting a harrowing personal near-death experience, offering a rare glimpse into the Russian leader's private fears and mortality during a public forum.
In a major address at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum, China's Defence Minister General Zhang Youxia condemned Israel's military actions in Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a two-state solution. The speech signals China's assertive new role in Mid
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs a landmark security treaty with PNG, Australia's largest defence agreement with a Pacific nation, marking a strategic shift to reinforce regional stability.
Holidaymakers at a Spanish resort were caught on camera forcibly preventing a dinghy carrying migrants from landing. The controversial act has sparked a major debate on immigration and tourist behaviour.
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign a landmark security agreement, strengthening military cooperation and regional stability in the Pacific amidst growing geopolitical competition.
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