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United Nations Welcomes New Zealand’s NZD 4 Million Commitment To Fiji’s HIV
Scoop
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Friday, 25 July 2025, 5:00 pm Press Release: UN Pacific Suva, Fiji – The United Nations in Fiji welcomes and commends the Government of New Zealand for its significant contribution of NZD 4 million to support the Government of Fiji’s urgent...
From Kadavu to the Ringgolds: Fiji expedition dives into ocean research
Pacific Media Network
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An expedition team, which launched from Suva earlier this week, is heading south to begin surveys around Kadavu Island. The mission is part of a broader expedition, backed by National Geographic Pristine Seas, which aims to assess marine...
New Fijian Drua i-voce revealed
Pacific News Service
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A new Fijian Drua ‘i-voce’ or oar was handed to the team during their official welcoming ceremony at the Fiji Museum in Suva last night. The oar or paddle is carried by the captain of the team when they run out for any of their Super Rugby Pacific...
FEATURE | Political intrigue in Bau
The Fiji Times
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August 2, 2025
The assassination of Ratu Raivalita RATU Raivalita was Ratu Seru’s paternal half-brother and competitor for the title of Vunivalu. He was Adi Qereitoga’s son with Ratu Tanoa. Ratu Raivalita lived in Rewa with his mother (sister of the Roko Tui...
Rangatahi To Lead Negotiations In International Climate Meeting Simulation
Scoop
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Kiwi young people will tomorrow come together to negotiate climate policy, find solutions and create a statement for climate action during Aotearoa Youth COP, New Zealand’s youth-led national simulation event of the UN’s international climate...
The world court joins the fight over climate change
The Economist
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July 24, 2025
THE MOST far-reaching, and controversial, ruling ever issued by the world’s top court—that failing to protect the climate from greenhouse-gas emissions could be deemed an “internationally wrongful act” by a country—had the humblest of beginnings....
Fiji joins sustainable stock exchange movement
The Fiji Times
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July 20, 2025
FIJI’S South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX) has announced its admission on to the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges (UN SSE) initiative, joining a global network of more than 130 exchanges working collaboratively to promote sustainable...
Renowned reggae artist Fiji, who co-wrote Baywatch: Hawaii theme, dies suddenly aged 55
The Independent
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July 24, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Satellite data reveals 2023 was record-breaking for marine heatwaves — are we at a 'climate tipping point?'
Space.com
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July 24, 2025
A recent study that tapped into satellite data has revealed that 2023 marked an unprecedented year for marine heatwaves, with record-breaking levels of duration, reach and intensity observed across the world's oceans. The study's scientists say...
India's IT fix for climate refugees could be the upgrade its global image needs
Mint
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July 24, 2025
Australia has started the world’s first special visa programme for climate refugees, beginning with Tuvalu—one of the South Pacific islands most at risk of submergence due to rising sea levels caused by global warming and melting polar ice caps....
A victory rooted in the Pacific: ICJ ruling signals legal shift on climate obligations
The Pacific Island Times
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July 24, 2025
States and major emitters have binding legal obligations to cut greenhouse gas emissions, protect human rights and repair the harm already inflicted, the International Court of Justice declared in the long-awaited advisory opinion sought by...
International court rules on climate, climate and food prices, heat pump grant
The Fifth Estate
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July 24, 2025
ICJ rules polluters need to be held accountable for climate change International news: The United Nations’ highest court ruled on Wednesday that wealthy countries must comply with international commitments to curb pollution or risk paying...
How Climate Justice Reached the UN’s Top Court—And Won
The Nation
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July 23, 2025
In an opinion issued today, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) declared that states have legal duties, not just moral ones, to protect the climate. These obligations, it held, are grounded in existing human rights law, environmental...
World Court says climate change is an ‘existential threat’
The Nation
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July 24, 2025
The Hague - The world’s highest court on Wednesday declared that states are obligated under international law to tackle climate change and warned that failing to do so could open the door to reparations. In a historic ruling, the International...
Pacific Tourism Organisation Strengthens Partnerships with Fiji Stakeholders in 2025 Nadi Visit
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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July 22, 2025
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) continues to focus on building strong partnerships and open communication with its Member Countries as part of its ongoing effort to promote sustainable tourism development across the region. A key highlight...
Argo leads major marine expedition in Fiji
Islands Business
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July 24, 2025
PACIFIC churches have been quick to praise the rule of the regions’ youth and Vanuatu after a landmark International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling that access to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment is a human right for present and future...
Fiji Warriors continue winning ways at World Rugby Pacific Challenge
Pacific News Service
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With one round left to play, Fiji Warriors head the World Rugby Pacific Challenge 2023 table with a perfect record of 10 points and are all but certain of a 10th competition title. Having opened their campaign with a 72-15 win over reigning...
A climate 'reckoning' just unfolded at the World Court. What happened?
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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July 24, 2025
It's been hailed as a "planetary scale" win for climate advocates pushing for stronger action against carbon pollution. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has declared nations have an obligation under international law to prevent climate...
FEATURE | Fiji Navy evolution
The Fiji Times
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July 24, 2025
BY FIJI NAVY Since its inception on July 25, 1975, the evolution of the Fiji Navy reflects the visionary leadership, dedication and resolve of this nation’s leaders and the leaders of Fiji’s defence forces. It embodies a proud legacy built on...
Pacific youth hail ICJ’s landmark climate ruling as a ‘lifeline’ for…
Pacific News Service
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The Pacific youth who initiated the historic push to take climate change to the world’s highest court have hailed the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) advisory opinion as a victory for justice and survival. “Six years ago, young people from...