Pacific Adventist University (PAU) sent out its 39th graduating class on Sunday (24.11.24) with a strong message for them to use the knowledge gained to make a difference and touch lives. In addition to thanking the graduates, Prime Minister (PM) James Marape emphasized the unique opportunity they had at an institution that equipped them with the skills necessary to make a difference in all facets of life. Prime Minister Marape, who spoke on the theme of “Prepared to Lead, Ready to Serve,” told the students that they were fortunate to receive an education that not only equipped them for their…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
The U.S. Embassy hosted a reopening of their American Corner in the Papua New Guinea National Library and Archives on Monday. The American Corner is part of a network of four public community centers across PNG providing free and open access to internet, resources, and programming to showcase American values and the partnership between Papua New Guinea and the United States. Ambassador Anne-Marie Yastishock expressed her delight in reopening the American Corner. “We are thrilled to reopen the doors to this incredible resource, which serves as a hub for learning, professional development, and community engagement,” “At its core, the American…
Educators and staff of Don Bosco Technical Institute (DBTI) in Port Moresby city were the recipients of encouraging words from the Minister for Higher Education, Kinoka Hotune Feo during the 23rd Graduation recently. Keynote Speaker and Deputy Secretary for Research & Innovation in the Dept. Of Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology, Leah Margis was present to deliver MP Feo’s speech on his behalf. Margis encouraged the educators and staff of DBTI, stating that their dedication towards their students has not gone unnoticed. “Your unwavering commitment to nurturing and transforming the minds of your students is truly exemplary.” “Through your…
Title: Impasse (2008) Director: Bram Schouw Genre(s): Short Duration: 8mins Cast: Sieger Sloot, Mutaleni Nadimi A neo-Nazi skinhead becomes intrigued by an African woman he encounters on a train ride, but his white supremacist beliefs leave him conflicted. This film is about close-mindedness and how the wrong belief system can prevent you from establishing meaningful connections with other people. In Impasse, the skinhead experiences a brief moment of cognitive dissonance as he tries to come to terms with the fact that he may be attracted to a non-white person – a person he was taught to hate. During the train…
Students in the Early Childhood Education program at Buk Bilong Pikinini (BbP) joined athletes in celebrating Universal Children’s Day just recently with focus on exercise and nutrition for good cognitive development. In order to emphasize the value of children’s rights, their well-being, and the necessity of elevating their voices for a better future, this year’s theme was “Nurturing Futures through Nutrition and Fitness.” Launched in September of this year, the BbP Nutrition Education Program aims to help parents and kids become “nutritionally literate” and recognize the value of eating a balanced diet for learning and overall health. Exercise is a…
Boreboa Primary School students have been urged to concentrate on learning the fundamentals in order to build a solid foundation for future success. Powes Parkop, the Governor of the National Capital District (NCD), made this statement on Friday 22nd November, when he gave the keynote presentation at the school’s Grade 8 graduation ceremony. Governor Parkop underlined the significance of instilling positive attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors at a young age. “Success is not difficult. It begins with the fundamentals: discipline, respect, and a desire to learn. “You will clear the path for a better future when you concentrate on these straightforward…
With the goal of preventing violence and increasing awareness, South Pacific Brewery is pleased to announce its involvement in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign. The campaign’s dates this year are November 25–December 10. This involvement is a component of SP Brewery’s corporate social responsibility programs, which aim to address societal challenges in the nation. The brewery and the National Gender-Based Violence Secretariat (NGVBS) of the Department of Community Development & Religion (DFCDR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in October to work together and combat gender-based violence in Papua New Guinea. To demonstrate support in…
With nations marking World Children’s Day on November 20th, many organizations in the country also joined in the celebrations, including UNICEF who spoke on Violence Against Children (VAC). Speaking on the topic was acting country representative for UNICEF, Vikas Singh. “It is no surprise that violence affects children, causing fear and unhappiness and UNICEF is working with governments and companies around the globe to find solutions.” In line with this year’s Children’s Day theme: “Listen to the Future”, Singh emphasized UNICEF’s interest to listen to the children’s experiences. “Let’s take time to listen to what you (children) have to say:…
To further PNG’s digital transformation, the U.S. Government is collaborating with the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The PNG Department of ICT (DICT) and USAID will collaborate to offer broad support for Papua New Guinea’s digital transformation, including enhanced connections for marginalized communities, private sector collaborations, and digital government services. U.S. Ambassador Ann Marie Yastishock stressed on the United States desire to partner with PNG in improving ICT. “The United States is committed to partnering with the government, people, and private sector of PNG to advance your vision for digital…
Title: Skin & Bone (2023) Director & Writer: Eli Powers Genre(s): Horror, Short Duration: 16mins 55sec Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Thomas Sadoski Christian (Thomas Sadoski), a drifter begins experiencing terrifying visions after he starts working on a secluded farm. On the surface it seems as this film is about a woman getting revenge on men by turning them into animals; however, a closer inspection reveals that it is a response from trauma experienced as a child. In the film we see, the farm’s owner, Serene (Amanda Seyfried), singing about a woman who was sexually assaulted by a group of men, and…