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RPNGC TO HOST FIRST EVER MUSICAL BAND TATTOO COMPETITION
PNG Haus Bung
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July 13, 2025
The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) will host a Police-Band parade and first ever musical band Tattoo competition in honor of the nation’s 50th Independence Anniversary, the event to take place on Tuesday July 22nd in Port Moresby...
Kiribati youth maintain culture through music and connection
Pacific Media Network
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As Kiribati Language Week unfolds across Aotearoa, university student Ronita Kuaoni reflects on what it means to be i-Kiribati while living and studying far from home. Born in Tarawa, Kuaoni says her connection to the atolls of Nonouti and Nikunau...
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down Why Me?
Oak Ridger - Tennessee
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There are spoilers ahead. You might want to solve today's puzzle before reading further! Why Me? Constructor: Guilherme Gilioli Editor: Amie Walker What I Learned from Today’s Puzzle ARNOLD (23A: "The Neighborhood" star Tichina) The Neighborhood...
Petersham Art Center opens scratchboard exhibit
Athol Daily News - Massachusetts
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September 7, 2025
PETERSHAM – The Petersham Art Center is hosting a reception this Sunday as part of scratchboard artist Joe Smith’s first solo exhibition. The opening reception on Sunday, July 13, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Art Center, located at 8 North St....
A celebration of Chuukese Catholic faith and heritage
Diocese of New Ulm - Minnesota
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by Deacon Ryan C. Pope MILAN, Minn. – Nestled in the Saint Isidore the Farmer Area Faith Community (AFC) in the small western Minnesota town of Milan, a jubilant celebration of faith and heritage unfolded on Saturday, May 3, 2025, as the Chuukese...
6 Surprising Reality TV Bombshells From Survivor's Parvati Shallow's Gripping Memoir
Screen Rant
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July 8, 2025
Parvati Shallow, Survivor legend and reality TV competitor, has pulled back the curtain on her life in the spotlight, sharing some incredible behind-the-scenes secrets about her appearances on screen in her new book, Nice Girls Don't Win....
BE OPEN Art: the winners of the Oceania regional competition revealed
WFMZ - Pennsylvania
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LUGANO, Switzerland, July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BE OPEN Art, an online non-profit gallery set up by Elena Baturina's humanitarian think-tank BE OPEN, announces the winners of the 2nd stage in this year's BE OPEN Regional Art, the competition for...
Community Events: Freedom fest, art show, live concert and musicals
The Pacific Island Times
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July 1, 2025
Independent Guåhan will host “Na’lå’la’ Freedom Fest” on the fourth of July, a family-friendly event featuring music, local vendors, and live art at The Lime from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Each July 4th, the island commemorates the Independence Day of...
Column: COFA alliances key amid Pacific tension
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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July 16, 2025
Scholars at the East-West Center, military officials in Hawaii and journalists covering the Pacific know a political tsunami can happen at anytime. It could be as dramatic as a Chinese attack on Taiwan, or as modest as a slow-motion seismic shift...
Taekwondo board breaking tournament on July 6 at Micronesia Mall
Pacific Daily News
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Taekwondo is known for its fast jumping spinning kicks and this Sunday, martial arts fans will get a chance to witness athletes break boards using this technique, according to Guam Taekwondo Center founder and chief instructor Master Noly Caluag....
Pacific Mini Games 2025 draws regional viewership, offers wide access to sports coverage
Island Times
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July 1, 2025
By: Eustoria Marie Borja KOROR, Palau (July 1, 2025) — The Pacific Mini Games 2025 opened with vibrant color, traditional dances, and a dazzling fireworks display on Sunday, marking the Games’ return to Palau after 20 years. Despite a rain shower,...
WATER SPORTS KICKS THINGS OFF IN DAY 1
GSPN
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June 30, 2025
By Charlotte Oh KOROR, Palau – Guam’s swimming and va’a teams kicked off the 2025 Pacific Mini Games to an exciting start in Palau. Wearing Guam’s flag with honor, these athletes competed with focus and strength while also making memories that...
Micronesia Mall’s Mall Ball 3x3 Summer Circuit high school tournament tips off June 20
The Guam Daily Post
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The Micronesia Mall and Clutch Guam have partnered for Mall Ball ’25: 3x3 Summer Circuit series, a basketball tournament featuring 20 high school teams that will take place Friday through Sunday at the Micronesia Mall Center Court. Championship...
Teen Table Tennis Star Dengelei Lukas balances excellence in sports and studies
Island Times
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June 24, 2025
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau— While most 17-year-olds might celebrate their birthday with friends or cake, Dengelei Lukas spent hers at the table tennis court, training for the upcoming 2025 Pacific Mini Games. Lukas, a senior at...
Alina Basics: A Polynesian Clothing Brand Reviving Island Culture Through Fashion And Storytelling
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN- GetNews) In a world increasingly shaped by fast fashion and fleeting trends, Alina Basics distinguishes itself with a mission grounded in meaning: celebrating and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Islands through...
From Hong Kong to the world: Luen Thai's 60-year legacy of overseas Chinese patriotism and business wisdom
Global Times
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Dr. Tan Siu Lin, founder and chairman of Luen Thai Group Photo: Courtesy of Luen Thai GroupAs the bells of Hong Kong's return to the motherland rang alongside Luen Thai's cargo ships, a 60-year journey unfolded - rooted in Hong Kong, connecting...
Community Events: Friendship recital, skills showcase, Freedom Rocks, fitness expo
The Pacific Island Times
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June 21, 2025
BTACS Expo 2025 showcases student talent & career readiness The Business and Technology Academy Charter School will showcase the skills, creativity and career readiness of its students at BTACS Expo 2025. The event, open to the public, will take...
Japan's Sakai Liberal High School to perform on Friday at Micronesia Mall
Pacific Daily News
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Students from Sakai Liberal High School in Osaka, Japan will return to the Micronesia Mall Center Court for a special Friendship Recital from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, June 20. This highly anticipated performance kicks off the weekend...
Pacific News In Brief For 15 July
Scoop
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Samoa - elections In a historic milestone for Samoa, two prominent members of the Samoa Fa'afafine Association (SFA) have announced they will be candidates in the upcoming general election. Afioga Falesaopule Seimaleula Vaialia Iosua will be...
The Traitors star Parvati gets in drag as Boston Rob to lip-sync 'Shallow'
Out Magazine
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July 11, 2025
A new drag king has entered the villa – erm, Scottish castle! Reality TV queen Parvati Shallow, who turned up the heat in season 2 of The Traitors, and a winner of the Emmy-winning Survivor, has now delivered an iconic drag performance dressed as...