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Deadly Landslide Hits Remote Area In Papua New Guinea

Devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea's remote village leaves over 100 feared dead, hindering rescue efforts in challenging terrain.

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Dozens feared dead after ‘massive’ landslide hits Papua New Guinea

Governor of Enga province says the disaster caused ‘loss of life and property’ in at least six villages.

Al Jazeera

More than 100 feared dead in massive Papua New Guinea landslide

‘Entire village’ wiped out by landslide that struck at 3am when people were in their beds

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Massive Landslide Hits Papua New Guinea, Many Feared Dead

A massive landslide struck six villages in Papua New Guinea's highlands Friday, local officials said, with many homes believed to be buried and scores of villagers feared dead.

International Business Times

Papua New Guinea: More than 100 people feared dead as landslide buries village

Death toll yet to be confirmed in ‘devastating’ landslide

Evening Standard

More than 300 dead in Papua New Guinea landslide, local MP says

Emergency response teams sent in to village in remote Enga province, but blocked road is hampering efforts

The Guardian - UK

T20 World Cup 2024: Final fixtures, results, group tables

Final four now set with England facing India

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ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Teams, India vs Pakistan and full match schedule

All you need to know about the groups, format, fixtures, match start times and venues for the tournament.

Al Jazeera

Warren Moon: the Australian coach out to revolutionise football in Papua New Guinea

From fixing kit issues to dealing with visa problems, the former Brisbane Roar boss faces a huge challenge in trying to achieve a World Cup dream

The Guardian - AU

Rugby league in Perth and Papua New Guinea? Here’s what could be next for the NRL

This year the National Rugby League (NRL) opened its season in Las Vegas. It was an audacious move by the league’s ambitious head honcho Peter V’Landys to showcase the game in the United States – and perhaps to attract some gambling industry attention too.

The Conversation

Papua New Guineans, genetically isolated for 50,000 years, carry Denisovan genes that help their immune system, study suggests

Genes inherited from Denisovans, extinct human relatives, may help Papua New Guineans in the lowlands fight off infection, while mutations to red blood cells may help highlanders live at altitude.

LiveScience

How the humble coconut is starting to fuel parts of Papua New Guinea

Coconut biodiesel offers a cheaper alternative to fuel imports and scientists in the Pacific country are looking at how to use it more widely

The Guardian - AU

Border security under fire after men detained in Qld

A group of men have been detained after trying to enter Australia, sparking calls for better border security in the Torres Strait by the local mayor.

AAP

Five men in custody after ‘unauthorised’ crossing into Australia through Torres Strait

Australian Border Force officers picked up the men, believed to be Rwandan nationals, on Saibai Island, near Papua New Guinea

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'We will never forget': PM thanks Papua New Guineans on Anzac Day

Anthony Albanese to deliver dawn service address on Kokoda Track.

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Albanese completes historic Kokoda Trail trek

Anthony Albanese has completed his two-day, 15km trek along the Kokoda Trail with Papua New Guinea's prime minister in the lead-up to Anzac Day commemorations.

The Hindu

Papua New Guinea appoints first defence adviser to India

Col Napyo said the appointment came with a huge responsibility and he was determined to meet his obligations as his service to the country, according to the statement.

AAP

Following 'footsteps of giants': PM embarks on Kokoda

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is preparing to make history and walk sections of the Kokoda Track with Papua New Guinea counterpart James Marape.

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Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Criticizes Biden's Comments

Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister criticizes Biden's WWII cannibalism comment and calls for addressing war legacy in the region.

International Business Times

Papua New Guinea PM Dismisses Biden's 'Loose' Talk On Cannibalism As A 'Blurry Moment'

Papua New Guinea's leader has dismissed Joe Biden's unlikely suggestion that his uncle was eaten by cannibals there as "loose" talk that does not reflect the US president's feelings for the country.

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Papua New Guinea Leader Rejects Cannibalism Label

Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea responds to President Biden's remarks, highlighting cultural diversity and progress in the nation.

International Business Times

China Says AUKUS Risks Nuclear Proliferation In Pacific

China's foreign minister on Saturday accused Western powers in the AUKUS security pact of provoking division and risking nuclear proliferation in the South Pacific.

The Guardian - AU

‘Lost for words’: Joe Biden’s tale about cannibals bemuses Papua New Guinea residents

President’s suggestion that his ‘Uncle Bosie’ was eaten by cannibals harms US efforts to build Pacific ties, say local experts

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Pope Francis To Embark On Longest Papal Trip In September

Pope Francis' upcoming papal trip to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore focuses on interfaith dialogue, climate change, community suppo...

International Business Times

Pope Francis To Make 12-day Asia Trip In September

Pope Francis will visit Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore in September, the Vatican announced Friday, an ambitious trip that could test the 87-year-old's increasingly fragile health.

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