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'The rocks keep falling': Warnings of another landslide prompt evacuation orders in Papua New Guinea
Concerns about a second landslide are compounded by worries about the possible outbreak of disease at the site.
Published: Location: Papua New GuineaTopic: Landslides
Why it's a massive task to rescue those buried in the PNG landslide
The landslide that struck Papua New Guinea's Enga province came without apparent warning and while people slept. But can landslides be predicted? The answer could help prevent future deaths.
Published: Location: Papua New GuineaTopic: Disaster Preparedness
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A king and a US president sent their condolences to PNG. But where is the nation's own prime minister?
As one of Papua New Guinea's remote villages grapples with one of the worst natural disasters in its history, the prime minister is busy attending to his own political crisis.
Published: Location: Papua New GuineaTopic: Disasters, Accidents and Emergency Incidents
Coconut beetle spreads throughout Vanuatu despite containment efforts
Despite spending thousands of dollars to stop the spread of the coconut rhinoceros beetle in Vanuatu, the government has confirmed the spread of the pest to the outer islands.
Published: Location: PacificTopic: Pest Control
Kanak separatists condemn President Macron's referendum proposal
The pro-independence FLNKS party in New Caledonia says a referendum on electoral reforms proposed by French President Emmanuel Macron would further destabilise the territory.
Published: Location: PacificTopic: World Politics
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