In preparations for their first ever Lavagirl Xplosion Fashion Show, PNG’s fashion brand Lavagirl and Maku Gifts are working around the clock to finalize things before the event takes place on the 6th of May at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby. Entrepreneur and Owner of Maku Gifts, Annette Sete stated that they have so far conducted a model audition in which fifty out of 140 models have been confirmed to take part in the runway show. “We have had a total of 680 applicants who have shown a huge interest in taking part in our Runway Show in which…
Author: Katrina ANGELI
The National Capital District City Manager, Mr. Ravu Frank, has expressed disappointment in discovering this morning that the Poinciana trees planted as part of the Boroko Precinct Transformation Program have been removed. Frank stated that the trees when fully grown are magnificent and will enrich the look and feel of the CBD. “Street signs, lights, flower beds and other public goods continue to be vandalized and the public accepts this as norm.” “Public assets are for everyone to enjoy and we must be appreciative and responsible.” “The efforts of many are dampened by a few individuals who have complete disregard…
The University of the South Pacific recently hosted a 2023 Board Meeting of the Pacific Islands Universities Research Network examining the outcomes of what has been achieved in the past ten years. The high-level meeting also focused on the impact PIURN has made since its inception in 2013 and in preparation for the 5th PIURN Conference hosted by USP Cook Islands Campus (4-6 July 2023) and to discuss the future of the Network. USP Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Pal Ahluwalia, President of the University of New Caledonia (UNC), Professor Catherine Ris, as well as co-chairs of PIURN, welcomed the member…
“Our top priority at Air Niugini is ensuring the highest levels of safety for our passengers, crew, and the public.” “We are fully committed to this goal and will take all necessary measures to maintain safety standards.” That’s from Air Niugini’s Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Gary Seddon, following recent flight delays and queries from the traveling public. “This includes the possibility of delaying or cancelling a flight due to factors such as bad weather, security issues, technical problems, or operational requirements.” Seddon said that the airline’s dedication to safety is unwavering and will not compromise for any reason. “While…
Air Niugini wishes to advise the travelling public that the airline has resumed its Fokker jet services to Mount Hagen city’s Kagamuga Airport, Western Highlands Province effective from Tuesday 18th April 2023. The resumption of Fokker flights follows the completion of runway maintenance and repair works by the National Airports Corporation (NAC). Since the work on the critical section of airport runway commenced on 08th March, Air Niugini has maintained air services to Mount Hagen using smaller Dash-8 aircraft, but with passenger numbers restricted to as few as 23 at times because of the shortened runway. According to Air Niugini…
Live long and prosper, Michelle Yeoh. After winning a best actress Oscar for her role in “Everything Everywhere All At Once” last month, Yeoh is preparing to step back into the Star Trek universe to reprise her role as Emperor Philippa Georgiou in the new “Star Trek: Section 31” movie. Yeoh was first introduced as the character in 2017, when the Emmy-winning “Star Trek: Discovery” TV series debuted on Paramount+. Paramount+ and CBS Studios announced the news on Tuesday. Yeoh will also serve as an executive producer on the project. Yeoh said in a press release that she is “beyond thrilled” to reprise her role…
Court cases in the West New Britain (WNB) province will now be better dealt with now that the province has a new Court House, which was officially opened in Bialla on Friday 14th April. The Bialla Court Complex, which will house both the District and the National Courts, was built with a funding cost of K9.1million. During his keynote address, Prime Minister (PM) James Marape made a verbal commitment to build the same type of facilities for other districts right across the country. “I am aware of the Judiciary’s planned reforms for a three tiered Court system that will see…
The Pacific Institute of Leadership and Governance (PILAG) made history with a total of ten Government Departmental Head and Heads of Agencies graduate on Friday 14th April under the flagship program, Advanced Diploma of Government Leadership and Management. This included the Acting Secretary for Department of Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology, Dr. Francis Hualupmomi, Secretary of Constitutional and Law Reform Commission, Dr. Mange Matui, Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PNG Research, Science and Technology Secretariat, Dr. Kulala Mulung, Director General for National Youth Development Authority, Mr. Joe Itaki, Managing Director of PNG Forest Authority, Mr. John Mosoro, and…
After announcing in December that she has a rare neurological disorder that affects her singing, Celine Dion is debuting new music. On Thursday, a post on the singer’s legacy verified Instagram account shared the news that Dion’s single, “Love Again,” is now out. It’s the title track to the forthcoming film of the same name starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Sam Heughan. “Mark your calendars, on May 5, the movie hits theatres and on May 12, the full album, featuring 5 new Celine songs, will be available,” the caption on the video reads. The lyric video features scenes from the movie in which Dion makes…
Fantasy freaks and noble nerds unite. Warner Bros. Discovery announced on Wednesday that the ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Harry Potter’ franchises will take on new life at the studio’s newly minted streaming service Max. For those who are eager to soar back into the wizarding world of ‘Harry Potter,’ buckle up because the franchise is coming to Max in the form of a scripted television series. (CNN and Max are both part of the same parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery.) The series will be a “faithful adaptation” of the beloved “Harry Potter” books by author J.K. Rowling, who will also serve as an executive producer on…