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Tahiti brings South Pacific charm to chilly Canada
Travel Press
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February 4, 2025
Canadian travel advisors were recently reminded of the almost mythic allure of destination Tahiti and the other islands of French Polynesia, at industry events in three Canadian cities. As about 100 agents in attendance contemplated a (mostly)...
This Bora Bora resort has overwater bungalows with plunge pools, hilltop spa and private island
AOL
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Courtesy of Conrad Bora Bora Nui Aerial view of the Conrad Bora Bora Nui. Conrad Bora Bora Nui The resort is located on a secluded island in the Bora Bora lagoon, and its guests have exclusive access to a picture-perfect palm-fringed private...
Olympians ready to take in sport's 'epicenter' in Southern California
The Straits Times
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April 15, 2025
‹‹ 1 of 2 Paris 2024 Olympics - Opening Ceremony - Teahupo'o, Tahiti, French Polynesia - July 26, 2024. President of the International Surfing Association Fernando Aguerre speaks on the day of Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. REUTERS/Carlos...
How Cruisers Can Help Solve the Derelict Boat Crisis
Cruising World
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June 24, 2025
A half-sunken sailboat—one of many derelicts that endanger ecosystems and burden local communities—lies forgotten in a remote anchorage. Courtesy Wayne Williams, S/V Hope Imagine your anchor is set in a pristine anchorage. The sails are flaked,...
Pacific Islands News Roundup – Apr. 4-10, 2025
Pacific Islands Report
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April 10, 2025
Political Leadership and Regionalism, Peace and Security Fiji and other Pacific nations decry ‘unfair and disappointing’ US tariffs (PACNEWS/RNZ) Australia’s election: Voter frustration, climate crisis, and the Pacific’s rising concerns (PMN) Cook...
The 'Population Bomb' Won't Explode. It Will Fizzle Out.
Red State
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June 24, 2025
The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Image credit: public domain image of French nuclear test at Fangataufa atoll in French Polynesia All of us who grew up in the '60s and...
China irks NZ as its influence spreads in the South Pacific
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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June 23, 2025
Hong Kong, June 23 (ANI): The Pacific Islands are considered a point of vulnerability for Chinese encroachment and influence peddling, and the Cook Islands is following in the footsteps of Vanuatu and Solomon Islands in signing strategic deals...
World News | China Irks NZ as Its Influence Spreads in the South Pacific
Latestly
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June 23, 2025
Hong Kong, June 23 (ANI): The Pacific Islands are considered a point of vulnerability for Chinese encroachment and influence peddling, and the Cook Islands is following in the footsteps of Vanuatu and Solomon Islands in signing strategic deals...
Pacific news in brief for 20 June 2025
RNZ
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June 19, 2025
An NGO carrying out testing on drugs at an event - including this this bag of cocaine, in Colombia, in 2021. Photo: AFP/ Juan Pablo Pino New Caledonia - cocaine The French Directorate General of Customs says 67 kilograms of cocaine has been seized...
Ocean Diplomacy at the Third UN Ocean Conference
E-International Relations
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June 18, 2025
Few international observers expected much from the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) which closed in Nice on 13 June 2025. This was probably just as well as so many other ocean and climate initiatives have come and gone in past decades....
What these Tahitian women want you to know about France's nuclear testing
Hawaii Public Radio
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June 16, 2025
Although France conducted nearly 200 nuclear tests in the South Pacific during the 20th century, few Tahitians have received compensation to this day. That's unlike the Marshall Islands, which has a treaty with the United States that allows...
Want to Be a Cruise Ship Doctor? Inside the Role and Rewards
Medscape
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David Concha, MD, director of telemedicine and training at Offshore Medical Logistics, headquartered in the US state of Louisiana, is responsible for medical services on the Ocean Victory cruise ship. The vessel is operated by Alma Cruceros, a...
Marine protections are having a ‘moment’ but did policymakers at the UN Oceans Conference seize it?
ENDS Report
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The Ocean with David Attenborough released last month, showed first-of-its-kind footage of the devastation caused by bottom trawling fishing, a method that involves dragging towed nets along the ocean floor. The film contrasted archival footage of...
Off the beaten path: Sleeping in a Malaysian palm tree
The Newnan Times-Herald - Georgia
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My hotel in Kuala Lumpur was no more than 100 yards from the world’s tallest twin-tower buildings–the Petronas Towers. These two giant, parallel structures are connected by the iconic Skybridge that runs between the 41st and 42nd floors. During...
What was the result of the UN Ocean Conference?
RTE Ireland
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June 14, 2025
The third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) drew to a close in Nice yesterday following five days of high-level meetings between governments, experts, climate campaigners and community representatives. More than 15,000 delegates took part in...
10 Countries You Might Be Surprised To Know Have No Military
SlashGear
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March 31, 2025
It may be painful to admit, but humans are violent by nature. There is always some fool who wants to rule the world or at least the country next door. Thankfully, people also tend to band together when faced with external threats. Advertisement...
Pacific News Briefs: Award-Winning Māori Short Film
Samoa News
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June 23, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — An award-winning short film, which honors the resilience of Māori youth, has been named a finalist at the New Zealand International Film Festival. Written and directed by Aroha Awarau (Ngāti Maru, Ngāti Porou, Niue,...
U.S. Rolled Back, While Small Island Nations Propose the Largest Ocean Reserve in History
The Victoria Advocate - Texas
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June 23, 2025
As of June 2025, just 2.7% of the global ocean is classified as fully or highly protected, according to The Marine Protection Atlas, while total marine protection is only 8.4%. The rollback of U.S. protections in April 2025, most notably the...
Black Sand Beaches You Need to Add to Your Bucket List
Travelbinger
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April 10, 2025
From the Caribbean to the Mediterranean, the world is filled with stunning beaches — all with their own special, stand-out features. From crystal clear waters and powdery white sands to dramatic, rugged coastlines and untouched natural beauty,...
England v India: Brilliant Bumrah makes mark in first Test as Brook falls one run short of century
The National News
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India will head into Day 4 of the first Test against England with a narrow advantage after an entertaining battle at Headingley on Sunday. Despite losing overnight centurion Ollie Pope early on in proceedings and then seeing Harry Brook fall one...