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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Military housing scandal: Heroes live in squalor
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking state of military accommodation as service families face mould, vermin and collapsing ceilings while defence spending soars.
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.
US military strike survivors reveal human cost
Exclusive interviews reveal the devastating aftermath of US military operations on civilian survivors, raising urgent questions about accountability in modern warfare.
California Highway Shut Down for Military Celebration
A major California highway faces unprecedented closure as military celebrations honour service members, causing significant traffic disruption and community response.
Pentagon forces Netflix to remove military drama
Exclusive: Defence officials demand removal of 'Boots' series after discovering producers secretly filmed at military bases without proper authorisation, raising serious security concerns.
South Korea deploys advanced howitzers and drones
Exclusive: South Korea bolsters its military capabilities with cutting-edge K9 howitzers and surveillance drones amid escalating tensions with North Korea, as Pyongyang continues weapons testing.
Germany revives conscription as EU warns of Russia war
Berlin considers dramatic return to national service while European Union warns member states to urgently prepare for potential conflict with Russia in stark security alert.
Trump considered freezing military pay in shutdowns
Exclusive: Former President Trump faced backlash after suggesting military pay could be withheld during government shutdowns, raising serious questions about defence commitments.
UK strikes heart of Putin's war machine in bold defence move
Britain strikes at the heart of Putin's military complex with precision defence operation targeting key Russian military assets, marking a significant escalation in support for Ukraine.
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.
Nuclear-Capable B-52 Bomber Spotted Over Texas
A powerful US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress, capable of carrying nuclear weapons, has been tracked flying a highly unusual route over Texas, sparking speculation about its secretive mission objectives.
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.
US National Guard Faces Fitness Criticism in Chicago Deployment
Controversial comments from former Pentagon official Pete Hegseth spark debate about US military preparedness as National Guard troops face criticism over physical fitness during Chicago security mission.
US Military Faces Obesity Crisis Threatening National Security
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming obesity epidemic within US armed forces, with nearly one-third of young Americans too overweight to serve, threatening national security.
British Army faces Kenya training camp abuse allegations
Defence Secretary John Healey announces urgent investigation into UK training base in Kenya after soldiers accused of sexual assault and environmental damage
Royal Navy Tomahawk missile crashes in test failure
A British Tomahawk cruise missile suffered a catastrophic failure during testing, crashing dangerously close to a US military base after veering wildly off course, raising serious concerns about weapons safety.
Bannon: Qatar tried to extort US over military base
Explosive claims emerge as former Trump strategist Steve Bannon alleges Qatar demanded $1 billion from US for Al Udeid Air Base operations, threatening withdrawal of critical military assets.
British military's obesity crisis: Troops get weight loss surgery
Exclusive investigation reveals hundreds of UK troops have undergone NHS gastric procedures, with obesity rates tripling since 2015, raising serious concerns about military readiness and national security.
Equatorial Guinea footballers strike over unpaid bonuses
Equatorial Guinea's national football team refuses to play crucial World Cup qualifier against Malawi in dramatic protest over unpaid bonuses and poor conditions.
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