Title: Conclave (2024) Director: Edward Berger Genre(s): Drama/Thriller Run Time: 2hrs Star(s): Ralph Fiennes • Stanley Tucci • Isabella Rossellini After the death of the pope, Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes), is tasked with managing the upcoming conclave towards the election of a new pope. However, as the process of electing a new pope occurs, Lawrence finds himself unearthing scandalous secrets among the cardinals and within the Catholic Church. On the surface, Conclave appears to be a religious film, however, there’s themes of politics involved as preferred candidates to be the next pope, strive to keep their supporters loyal and maintain…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
The University of Papua New Guinea’s School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) saw a bigger number of female graduates get certified on Wednesday 1st May 2025 at Sir John Guise Indoor Stadium in Port Moresby, which was a total of 185 against 149 males. UPNG’s Chancellor Sir. Robert Igara confirmed this during the ceremony and offered his congratulations. “I am delighted to receive the report, and I want to congratulate the Executive Dean and the staff of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences that we’ve produced more women graduates than men.” “This year, 55% being women, 185 against…
The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) today witnessed the graduation of 454 graduates from the School of Business and Public Policy (SBPP), during the third day of it’s 70th graduation ceremony; 104 postgraduates and 349 undergraduates. Speaking at the ceremony, UPNG Chancellor, Robert Igara encouraged the graduates to take pride in their awards and certificates. “Your award, whether a Diploma, Bachelor’s, or Master’s, signifies the beginning of a new phase of your professional, academic, and life journey.” “Your award also symbolizes freedom and opportunity.” “Freedom that comes from becoming a member of the academic community, a privileged community, and…
Trukai Industries Limited, in partnership with key stakeholders including the PNG University of Technology, SunRice Group, and the PNG Government, celebrated the graduation of batches three and four of the Smart Farmer Program on Thursday, April 24, 2025. The event marks a major milestone in the country’s ambition to grow local rice production and transform agriculture into a key economic driver. Trukai CEO, Alan Preston, expressed his gratitude during the event. “It’s been a joy to be part of this journey.” “Each year the program grows, and we find new ways to enrich it, share intellectual property, and help people…
When the K15 million phase two Koki Fish Market extension project begins, Port Moresby residents will have another option for dining by the waterfront. The National Fisheries Authority (NFA) and the electorate will share funding for the project, which is a brainchild of the Moresby South District Development Authority. In order to get things started, Moresby South has finished designing the new extension project, which will include building a restaurant with 300 seating areas where patrons can enjoy fish and chips or a refreshing beverage while taking in views of Ela Beach and the cool breeze. Moresby South MP and…
Taurama residents in Port Moresby city can now have water connected to their homes and properties at low cost with the assistance of Water PNG. A funding of K3 million for water pipes was done by the National Capital District Commission (NCDC) and Moresby South Electorate with support from NCD Governor Powes Parkop MP. The water pipes and system were installed when the road was being constructed through Taurama. Now it’s for the residents to tap off professionally through Water PNG and apply to get the water connected to be their properties and house. Moresby South MP and Minister for…
Kingsley Philip a youngster from Ipiayu village in Rural Kaintiba, in Gulf province was determined to go to school despite challenges. “Any large town is a long way from my village. It might be difficult for students to pay for their education even after graduating from high school or college. To pay for our school fees, we rely on the generosity of churches and non-profit organizations.” “I therefore applied to Port Moresby Technical School (POM Tech) and asked about scholarships after learning that TotalEnergies was financing students. I was aware that I would have to fend for myself and not rely…
With the passing of Pope Francis, members of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Solomon Islands (SI) expressed their condolences and sorrow the Melanesian way at the Vatican Embassy on Thursday, bringing in garden food, store goods, a pig as well as conducting traditional sing-sing. Present at the event was His Lordship, Bishop Otto Separy, President of the CBC of PNG & SI, His Lordship Bishop Rozario Menezes SMM, Vice President of CBC the CBC of PNG & SI, Reverend, Fr Lawrence Arockiaraj, General Secretary of the CBC of PNG & SI and MSGR Federico Boni.…
World Earth Day is an occasion that is marked annually on April 22nd to demonstrate support for the protection of our environment. This year’s theme is “Our Power, Our Planet,” which emphasizes harnessing of renewable energy to build a healthy and resilient future for communities. In Papua New Guinea, organizations such as Sir Brian Bell Foundation (SBBF), Buk Bilong Pikinini (BBP) and Port Moresby Nature Park marked this day, calling for action in protecting and preserving the environment. Sir Brian Bell Foundation CEO, Bronwyn Wright, expressed the importance of taking care of our planet for the sake of future generations. “We…
Title: Two & Two (2011) Director: Babak Anvari Genre(s): Short, Drama Run Time: 8mins Cast: Bijan Daneshmand, Ravi Karimi, Pouyan Lotfi A student gets silenced after giving the correct answer to his teacher’s written equation. The short film Two & Two covers themes of politics and possibly the realities of living under dictatorship rule. In the film, the teacher writes the equation 2 + 2 = 5, clearly an incorrect answer. The teacher immediately silences the students and calls for order when they protest. When a lone student finally refuses to change his answer to 5 despite the teacher’s numerous…