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Pacific islands on tsunami watch
Otago Daily Times
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July 30, 2025
Pacific island nations are on alert for possible tsunami waves, following today's powerful earthquake off Russia. The Cook Islands Meteorological Service has upgraded its earlier tsunami advisory to a warning following the 8.8 quake which occurred...
Health security push
The Fiji Times
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July 30, 2025
WE need an all-hands-on-deck approach to strengthen surveillance and response to infectious disease outbreaks or pandemics in the region, says permanent secretary for Health and Medical Services Dr Jemesa Tudravu. Officiating at the opening of the...
Pacific on tsunami watch following powerful 8.8 quake off Russia
RNZ
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July 29, 2025
Cook Islands - Boats in Rarotonga being moved to deeper water on the advice of local authorities in response to Tsunami Warnings after the 8.8 magnitude quake off of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula. 30 July 2025 Photo: RNZ Pacific/Caleb Fotheringham...
Simon Stiell: the one-man climate disaster lectures Australia
The Spectator Australia
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July 30, 2025
Simon Stiell, the UN’s High Commissioner of Climate Alarmism – or, more officially, Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change – has touched down in Australia. The carbon footprint from his first-class jaunt, stretching...
Russian earthquake triggers tsunami warnings across Pacific - what we know so far
Sky News
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July 30, 2025
An earthquake off the Russian peninsula of Kamchatka has triggered tsunami warnings in Japan, China, Hawaii, the US and central and Latin America. The 8.8 magnitude earthquake occurred 12 miles below the surface of the water and around 80 miles...
Powerful quake near Russia triggers tsunami warnings across Pacific
Pacific Media Network
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Coastal areas around New Zealand are being warned to expect strong water currents and unexpected waves after a powerful earthquake measuring 8.7 hit the Russian coast on Wednesday, New Zealand time. The National Emergency Management Agency says...
Fiji on tsunami watch
Islands Business
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July 30, 2025
CELEBRATIONS in Vanuatu and among its diaspora have marked the 45th anniversary of the former condominium regaining independence from Britain and France. In Fiji, celebrations began with a live public discussion at the University of the South...
Diseases hit Pacific
The Fiji Times
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July 30, 2025
THE Pacific region has endured more than 20 significant disease outbreaks, including nine dengue outbreaks that resulted in approximately 12,000 reported cases this year. This was revealed by the World Health Organization (WHO) Fiji office team...
Medical Services Pacific calls for urgent support for youth facing unplanned pregnancies
Fijivillage
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Medical Services Pacific calls for urgent support for youth facing unplanned pregnancies Medical Services Pacific says there is an urgent need for accessible, confidential, and compassionate support services for individuals facing unplanned...
Swathe of travel warnings for Aussies in multiple countries after huge Russia earthquake, tsunami warning
PerthNow
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July 30, 2025
A swathe of urgent warnings have been issued for Aussie travellers with fears multiple countries across the Pacific could be hit by a tsunami following an 8.6 magnitude earthquake. Smartraveller is advising tourists in coastal areas to “move to...
Fiji fights for fair deal in US market
FBC News
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July 30, 2025
Fiji is pushing for better trade terms with the United States as key exports face a 10 percent tariff that hurts market access. Trade Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica shares that they are negotiating with the US trade...
Pacific pushes for passport-free travel deal
FBC News
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July 30, 2025
Pacific leaders are working on a plan to allow people to move more freely between island countries to boost economic ties across the region. Pacific Islands Forum Secretary Baron Waqa said freer movement was a top priority not only for Pacific...
SHIPPING TIMES | Fiji Navy celebrates 50th anniversary
The Fiji Times
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July 30, 2025
The Fiji Navy’s 50th anniversary celebration on July 25 was a day of deep national significance and reflection. The celebration honoured the brave men and women who have responded over the years to the call of the nation with unwavering commitment...
Tributes flow in for ‘Fiji’
The Fiji Times
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July 30, 2025
TRIBUTES have flooded social media from across the Pacific and beyond as fans and fellow artists mourn the passing of George ‘Fiji’ Veikoso, a revered artist whose influence spanned generations, cultures and coastlines. More than just a singer,...
Tsunami watch issued for low-lying coastal areas of Fiji
Fiji Sun
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July 30, 2025
The Mineral Resources Department’s Seismology Section released Tsunami Watch Message 1 at 1:24pm today, confirming that the advisory applies only to low-lying coastal regions. A tsunami watch has been issued for all low-lying coastal areas of Fiji...
Fiji marks World Mangrove Day with a call for collective action
Fijivillage
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As Fiji celebrated World Mangrove Day, Minister for Environment and Climate Change, Mosese Bulitavu emphasised the vital role mangroves play in sustaining livelihoods and addressing climate change in the country. While speaking at the Novotel...
Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Strikes South Of Fiji Islands
MENAFN
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July 29, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The National Seismic Network stations of the National Centre of Meteorology on Tuesday (July 29) recorded a 6.2-magnitude earthquake that jolted the south of Fiji Islands at 10.53pam UAE local time. The GFZ German Research...
Australia’s courts say climate change is a political problem. The ICJ just made it a legal issue
Crikey
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July 29, 2025
They were two decisions, from two separate courts, issued both a week and a world apart. One, a class action lawsuit filed in 2021 by a First Nations community in the Torres Strait, alleged the Australian government had failed to meaningfully...
Tsunami warning issued to Russia, Pacific islands, South America on 8.7M quake
EconomyNext
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July 30, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – A tsunami warning has been issued for Russia, Pacific Islands and South American costs after an 8.7 magnitude earquake off the East Coast of Russia. Waves as high as 3 meters could hit some coasts, the warning from the Pacific...
Which Places Are At High Tsunami Risk After Decade's Strongest Earthquake In Pacific?
ABP Live
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July 30, 2025
A tsunami threat looms over parts of the Pacific after a powerful 8.7-magnitude earthquake, the strongest in over a decade, struck Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula. Authorities have confirmed that tsunami waves have already hit portions of Russia’s...