Miss Papua New Guinea (PNG), May Torowi Hasola, is set to represent the nation at the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant in Honiara, Solomon Islands. The regional event, running from 2 to 7 February 2025, brings together contestants from across the Pacific, celebrating culture, leadership, and advocacy. Crowned in December 2024, Miss Hasola is the second representative from the Miss Bird of Paradise Papua New Guinea (MBOP) Pageant to compete for the prestigious title. She is passionate about promoting strong family values and advocating for vulnerable groups, particularly people living with disabilities. Through the Miss Pacific Islands platform, she hopes to…
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The Nation mourns the passing of its last founding father, Sir Julius Chan, who died earlier today in New Ireland Province. In his honor, Prime Minister James Marape hosted a tribute event at the National Parliament Haus, where leaders, dignitaries, and citizens gathered to pay their respects. Sir Julius, a key architect of PNG’s independence, served twice as Prime Minister (1980-1982, 1994-1997). His passing marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, economic development, and governance. Prime Minister Marape described Sir Julius as a “visionary leader who shaped PNG’s democracy and economy”. As the capital’s skyline…
Port Moresby Nature Park has proudly announced that it has been reaccredited by the Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA). This recognition highlights the park’s dedication to high standards in animal care, conservation, and education in Papua New Guinea. ZAA accreditation is a prestigious acknowledgment given to zoos and wildlife institutions that demonstrate excellence in animal welfare, conservation, and education. Meeting and surpassing these standards, the Port Moresby Nature Park continues to be a leader in wildlife conservation in the region. The park’s management expressed immense pride in this achievement, attributing the success to the dedication of its staff, volunteers,…
Papua New Guinea and France have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties following a high-level meeting between Prime Minister James Marape and the newly appointed French Ambassador to PNG, Pierre Fournier. During their discussion yesterday, the two leaders emphasized shared priorities, including environmental conservation, security cooperation, trade, and investment. Prime Minister Marape welcomed Ambassador Fournier and acknowledged France’s vital role in PNG’s development. “France is an important partner to us. With President Macron’s vision for sustainable development, environmental conservation, and global cooperation aligns closely with our own priorities,” Prime Minister Marape openly addressed. Ambassador Fournier reaffirmed France’s…
In PNG Cybercrime is at its highest peak, from email fraud, ransomware, card skimming, cyberbullying, and child pornography that need serious addressing. Recognizing the growing dangers of the online world, Save the Children partnered with META, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, to launch the I Am Digital (IAD) program. This initiative aims to educate students and communities on how to navigate the digital landscape safely and responsibly. And with an Exclusive Interview with PNG HAUSBUNG, Isabel Druma the Advocacy and Communications Manager of Save the Children PNG, she shared insight on the ONLINE SAFETY Awareness. “There’s a…
Alarmingly, the prevalence of Hypertension has been rising in Papua New Guinea (PNG) due to changing lifestyles, urbanization, and dietary shifts. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of blood against artery walls remains persistently elevated. Often dubbed a “silent killer,” hypertension can lead to severe complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and vision loss . CPL has been actively addressing this health challenge through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. On January 25th, CPL’s Alotau branch conducted a community outreach program at Ganabeu Compound, focusing on free health checks and hypertension education. The event…
From coming first in last year’s Grade 10 National Examination, La Salle Technical Secondary School isn’t wasting any time and with 95% of students already registered and present, the school is ready to kick off full classes tomorrow. La Salle Principal Br. Antony Samy confirmed that the first period commenced smoothly today, with subsequent periods focused on distributing course outlines for the year. “Actual teaching begins tomorrow, and from then onwards, attendance will be strictly monitored and students who fail to attend will receive warning letters to ensure full participation,” said Br. Antony. Then Br. Antony stressed the vital role…
With the core values of Serve and Together, Kina Bank visited the children of Life PNG Care on December 7, 2024, and donated food and toiletry items to show their commitment to giving back to the communities the bank operates in. This donation was an initiative from the Customer Experience Team, with each member contributing from their own pockets to support the underprivileged children of Life PNG Care. Their General Manager of Customer Experience, Karo Geno, emphasized the importance of providing every child with a chance to learn and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. He praised Life PNG…
Speaking at the Dedication Service and launch of the 2025 Academic Year at Sione Kami Memorial Church on 24th January 2025, Secretary for Education Dr. Uke Kombra uncover transformative initiatives aimed at reshaping Papua New Guinea’s education landscape. Dr. Kombra began by reaffirming the Department of Education’s commitment to inclusivity and equity, emphasizing that the reforms are designed to give every child access to quality education. “Our goal is to ensure that no child is left behind.” Among the initiatives to reform the country’s education system, the phasing out of elementary schools, grades 1, and 2 will be moved up…
New York CNN— Around 12 hours after shutting itself down in the United States, TikTok is back for many users almost like it never left, attributing its return to a move by President-elect Donald Trump to save the app. TikTok welcomed users back with a notification that said: “Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!” The whiplash move to bring the app back comes after TikTok became unusable for Americans late Saturday night. Users who tried to open the app at that time were met with a message…