Known as the largest butterfly in the world, the Queen Alexandra Birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera alexandrae) —is facing an uncertain future. This majestic insect boasts wings that stretch nearly a foot in length, but its beauty is no shield from the dangers threatening its existence. Habitat destruction, illegal trade, and climate change have left the Queen Alexandra Birdwing on the brink of extinction. Ahi Matue, a volunteer with the National Volunteer Service (NVS), is on a mission to accelerate the conservation of this unique species, with hopes of elevating its cause to a global stage. Ahi’s work, fronting the Dun Eco-Tourism…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
Rumors circulating on social media of local artist Daniel Bilip’s death have been established as fake news by the artist’s elder sibling, Steven Bilip. A Facebook Post from a verified Page which was posted approximately 30 minutes ago, reached over a thousand shares on Facebook, causing many users to share condolence messages online. The poster, shared a photo of the artist, with the caption (incomplete): “Breaking News: Local Singer, Daniel Bilip, Passed On…” At this time, the immediate family is looking to confirm the source of this fake news publication. Steven Bilip added that (brother) Daniel is NOT deceased and…
The National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) and Digicel PNG have signed a contract agreement for the construction of a 40-metre self-supporting spectrum monitoring tower in Port Moresby. The tower will be built at NICTA’s headquarters in Hohola and will form an essential part of the Radio Spectrum Monitoring System (RMS), a major initiative designed to strengthen the authority’s capacity to detect and respond to radio frequency interferences in real time. During the signing ceremony, Kila Gulo-Vui, the Chief Executive Officer of NICTA, called the project essential for the regulatory body’s mission. “It’s an exciting project that will help…
Papua New Guinea has recently begun a countrywide consultation on the rights of persons with disabilities, beginning with a two-day regional workshop in Mt. Hagen, Western Highlands Province. The initiative, led by the Department for Community Development and Religion (DfCDR), is supported by the Australian Government and the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). The Highlands consultation brought together participants from all seven provinces in the region, including provincial government officers, persons with disabilities, civil society organisations, churches, and development partners. The forum provided a platform for open dialogue, policy review, and data collection to…
Community advocacy organization ACT NOW! has criticized Prime Minister James Marape, after his address at the Green Climate Fund in Port Moresby city. He was reported to have stated that no new forestry licenses will be issued after 16th September, the 50th anniversary of PNG’s Independence. ACT NOW Campaign Manager, Eddie Tango, says, preventing new logging licenses is an unfruitful move with no practical impact. “Stopping new licenses will not stop the illegal logging that is destroying our forests and will not stop the human rights abuses by foreign logging companies and their tax evasion and money laundering.” “Existing logging licenses…
To enhance education and workforce readiness in the country, Theodist Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with IBS University (IBSU) and IBS College of TVET (IBSC) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The signing ceremony was held at Theodist Business Superstore headquarters in Port Moresby, with senior representatives from all three organizations in attendance. The partnership aims to provide students from IBSU and IBSC with on-the-job training opportunities, enabling them to gain valuable hands-on experience and apply their classroom knowledge in real-world environments. In return, IBS University will deliver specialized training workshops for Theodist staff, led by…
Title: K-Pop Demon Hunters (2025) Director(s): Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans Rating: PG Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy, Musical, Action-Comedy, Coming-of-Age Runtime: 1hr 36min Star(s): Arden Cho • May Hong • Ji-young Yoo • Ahn Hyo-seop • Ken Jeong BRILLIANT BLEND OF KPOP AND SUPERNATURAL ELEMENTS WITH POTENTIAL UNFINISHED ROMANCE “K-pop Demon Hunters, brings a unique concept to the world of storytelling. From the stages of with glitz and glamour to the rotten dark side of the paranormal – delivering an entertaining masterpiece that’s both chaotic and catchy.” Global K-Pop girl group sensation, HUNTR/X secretly combat demons threatening humanity when they’re not tearing up the stage. As the…
BSP Financial Group Ltd (BSP) took a bold step beyond banking, reinforcing its environmental commitment through the successful hosting of the Trash to Treasure Sculpture Festival in partnership with Port Moresby Nature Park, since June when the world celebrated Environment Day. The festival, which concluded on Saturday 5th July, showcased the talent and creativity of local artists who turned plastic waste into stunning sculptures, bringing a powerful message about plastic pollution and environmental responsibility. BSP’s Head of Community Development & Sponsorship, Tina Pomat, said the event was a clear example of the bank’s ongoing efforts to lead by example in community-focused environmental…
Representatives from UNFPA, Cheshire Disabilities Centre and Marie Stopes recently shed light on the progression of sex education in Papua New Guinea since the introduction of mobile phones, during a recent panel discussion held at Moresby Arts Theatre. Previously, sex education in remote parts of the country was an uncomfortable topic to discuss openly, however since the introduction of technology, towards mid-to late 2010s, the topic has become less controversial but not without cost. Gerald Bengesser, General Manager of Cheshire Disability Services PNG and Ivy Karue, Marketing & Communications Manager of Marie Stopes Papua New Guinea – both former workers…
A panel discussion under the theme, “Equity through Generations” was held at the Moresby Arts Theatre tackling issues around sexual reproductive health and rights (SHRH), disability inclusion, youth empowerment and the evolving role of technology in rural outreach. Panelists included, Dr. Rena Dona, Deputy Representative and Head of Programme UNFPA PNG Country Office, Gerald Bengesser, General Manager of Cheshire Disability Services PNG and Ivy Karue, Marketing & Communications Manager of Marie Stopes Papua New Guinea. Each panelist described what equity meant to them and explained how it was applied in their organization. Ivy Karue, Marketing & Communications Manager of Marie…