Prime Minister James Marape expressed his enthusiasm for the goodwill visit of two large Indian naval vessels to Papua New Guinea (PNG), stating that it signifies a promising future for India-PNG relations. The visit, closely following the historic presence of Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi in May, reinforces the bilateral ties between the two nations. The reception, which was held recently aboard INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata berthed in Port Moresby Harbour, was attended by esteemed guests, including Government Ministers, Governors, members of the diplomatic corps, business community, public service, and military personnel. During the reception, PM Marape extended a…
Author: Katrina ANGELI
Cardi B will not face charges related to throwing her microphone into the crowd at a concert in Las Vegas last weekend, according to police. “After a thorough review of this case and with the consultation from the Clark County District Attorney’s Office, this case has been closed as having insufficient evidence.” “No charges will be filed in relation to this case.” That is according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police told CNN in a statement on Thursday. “On behalf of Cardi, we appreciate the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept’s diligent and prompt resolution of this matter,” Drew Findling, David Chesnoff…
The Broncos continue to match motors with Penrith at the top of the table after a 30-14 win over the Cowboys at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Saturday. With Jock Madden doing a fine job deputising for Adam Reynolds, and Ezra Mam again electric, the Broncos racked up their 16th win of the season. The Cowboys looked to have made the perfect star when Kyle Feldt launched himself into the corner but he was denied by some desperate Kotoni Staggs cover defence. Just a minute later the Broncos marched down field and opened their account through Jesse Arthars try courtesy…
The PNG Fashion and Design Week runway is excited to announce that PNG’s popular Hair and Make-up Company, Trends Beauty International has returned as this year’s partner for the runway’s Hair and Make-up artistic work on all our sixty models and thirteen designers. All products will be from Trends Beauty and Black Opal on the night of runway, set for the 19th of this month at Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby. When signing the agreement this week, Director of Trends Beauty International, Joe Lai, expressed how vital their service is becoming in a growing industry where citizens at all levels…
In efforts to preserve and promote cultural heritage, BSP Financial Group Limited (BSP) has pledged in K30, 000 which will go towards the Sepik River Crocodile and Arts Festival. This will take place starting today until the 7th of August 2023, in Ambunti District of East Sepik Province. Crocodiles are significant to the Sepik culture where they have cultural traditions, beliefs and legends based on this ancient animal. The three day Festival and cultural celebration will highlight the crocodile and its cultural significance to the communities living along the Sepik River. BSP Wewak Branch Manager, Philip Solala when complimenting the…
The East New Britain Provincial Government (ENBPG) has launched a major relief supply exercise aimed at supplying immediate humanitarian assistance to the affected areas in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) caused by the recent volcanic eruption. The people of ENBP witnessed the event at Tropicana Vunapope beach front in Kokopo where delegates representing the country including Minister for Defense, Win Daki, Commander PNG Defense Force, Brigadier Goina, Director National Disaster Center, Lusette Mana, Police Commissioner, David Manning, Bougainville Affairs Minister, Manaseh Makiba, Correctional Service Commissioner and delegates from AROB representing the President led by Bougainville Regional Member and Minister…
Prime Minister, James Marape has expressed his satisfaction with the achievements of the six National Schools of Excellence in Papua New Guinea including, Sogeri, Kerevat, Aiyura, Passam, Port Moresby, and Wawin. During a presentation of the Department of Education’s 2022 Annual Report to Parliament this week, Education Minister, Jimmy Uguro highlighted the remarkable progress of these institutions. A noteworthy milestone is the selection of 55 pioneer students from the Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programme at the national schools of excellence for admission to universities in the USA, with an additional seven students accepted by Australian universities. Having personally…
Since its establishment in 2016, PNG Fashion and Design Week Limited has been pioneering the growth of the Fashion Sector in Papua New Guinea and so far with the support of AusAID, have trained over 860 designers in the country who most are now known successful designers in the industry. It was also in 2016 that PNG Fashion and Design Week hosted its first ever runway show with a total of seven designers who all showcased on the very first runway including Annette Sete, Natasha Tamanabae and Anna Amos. This year, the stakes just got higher, as this year’s Runway…
One month after Madonna was hospitalized in the ICU after suffering a bacterial infection, the queen of pop is reflecting on how her loved ones are helping her heal. “Love from family and friends is the best Medicine,” Madonna wrote in an Instagram post on Sunday, showcasing a series of photos with two of her six children. She continued to write that as a mother, it’s easy to get “caught up in the needs of your children,” but that when she fell ill, “my children really showed up for me.” “I saw a side to them I had never seen before. It made all the difference,”…
Audience members at concerts in recent months have continued a pattern of throwing objects at artists who are on stage performing, and rapper Cardi B has had enough. On Saturday, the “WAP” rapper was on stage at Drai’s Beach Club in Las Vegas when an audience member appeared to throw a drink at her, as seen in video footage posted to social media. In the clip, Cardi B is seen getting splashed with liquid from the cup while performing her 2018 hit “Bodak Yellow.” Clearly upset, she reacted immediately by throwing her microphone into the crowd as security guards rushed to the stage. More security guards…