The SP PNG Hunters will field their most experienced halves combination this Intrust Super Cup season when they take on second-placed Norths Devils at Bishop Park on Saturday with one major goal in mind – control the football. The Hunters have recalled Charlie Simon to take the No.7 jersey, partnering veteran Kumuls playmaker and 2017 premiership-winning skipper Ase Boas, after fielding rookies Judah Rimbu, Solomon Pokare and Edwin Ipape in recent weeks. The 28-year-old Simon played the first five games of 2021, which produced three victories for Matt Church’s outfit, all alongside Watson Boas before he returned to England to…
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Carrie Underwood and John Legend took home the top award at the Country Music Television (CMT) Music Awards Wednesday evening. The duo won video of the year for “Hallelujah.” Underwood, who extended her record as the most decorated artist in the history of the CMT Music Awards, accepted the nod on her and Legend’s behalf. “Thank you fans! Thank you CMT!” Underwood said. “You’re the reason we’re all here doing what we do, doing what we love (and) making music videos.” The 23-time CMT Music Award winner also shouted out Legend, particularly for sending her the song, which appeared on her first holiday album “My…
Facebook could unveil a new smartwatch similar to the Apple Watch by next summer, according to reports. The watch, which Facebook has yet to officially announce, will be a handy accessory for content-creating Facebook and Instagram users, as it will apparently feature two detachable cameras for taking photos and videos that can then be shared directly across Facebook-owned apps, as The Verge first reported. A camera on the front of the watch will allow users to make video calls while a camera on the watch back will allow users to take photos and videos once detached, according to the outlet. “We’ve said we want AR glasses…
Nambawan Super is encouraging more staff and members to get the AstraZeneca vaccine to protect themselves from the threat of the deadly, Coronavirus (COVID-19). At a recent online awareness session hosted in partnership with the PNG National Control Centre and the World Health Organisation, over 170 Nambawan staff across PNG took the opportunity to participate in discussions and ask questions about the vaccine. Nambawan Super CEO Paul Sayer said the online awareness session led to staff who joined Mr Sayer to sign up to receive the vaccine in 22 Branch locations across the country. “It’s a relief for us who’ve…
The nationwide consultation on the Inquiry to Declare PNG as a Christian country has ended on a high note today in West New Britain province, a month after consultations began on the 2nd of May 2021. “Despite time limitations and budget constraints, we were able to gauge the views of key segments of the society including representatives of different churches, women, youth, NGOs, businesses, educational institutions, provincial administrations and governments, political leaders and the general public as much as we could in all provinces,” CLRC Chairman Hon. Kevin Isifu said. He said the Commission also took note of concerns and…
Papua New Guinea has recorded 182 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday June 8, increasing the total number of cases to 16,580. The cases were reported in 12 provinces with Manus reporting the highest of 59 cases. Milne Bay reported 32 cases, Autonomous Region of Bougainville 31, Western Highlands 13, National Capital District 12, Gulf and Eastern Highlands 11 cases each, East New Britain six, West New Britain three, Hela two cases and Central and Morobe a single case each. Of the 182 cases reported, 97 were males whilst 85 were females. Their ages range from one to 71 years. A…
All major and minor affiliated and associated leagues throughout the country can now commence their competitions following approval by the Office of National Pandemic Control Center. PNGRFL CEO Stanley Hondina said the approval was granted in a letter dated June 8, 2021 from Deputy Controller Dr Daoni Esorom. “We advised all our affiliated and associated leagues not to start their competitions until approval was granted by the Controller’s Office,” Hondina said. “A submission was made to his office on May 27, 2021 seeking approval for the commencement of all our other rugby league competitions a week after the Digicel Cup…
While Blues coach Brad Fittler was impressed by the dominance of his side’s 50-6 game one win in Townsville, knowing game two takes place at a venue where he is win-less as an Origin coach has tempered any excitement. The Blues are zero from three in Brisbane since Fittler took over in 2018, and the NSW coach was uncharacteristically sedate after his side dismantled the Maroons on Wednesday night. “It is [satisfying] without a doubt but we haven’t won at Suncorp for three years now,” he said. “That’s the challenge. [Game one] over now so the challenge is Suncorp. We haven’t…
Queensland star Cameron Munster has apologised for a moment of madness where he appeared to kick NSW forward Liam Martin but says he doesn’t have an issue controlling his emotions when the result goes against him. Munster and Martin clashed in the 55th minute of the record 50-6 victory by NSW in Origin I, the flashpoint moment attracting a grade one contrary conduct charge and $1150 fine if he enters an early guilty plea. But prop Moe Fotuaika faces a one game ban for a grade one dangerous contact charge for a late shot on Latrell Mitchell in the 22nd minute…
Updated on 17 March 2021 to reflect the fact that WHO has listed two versions of the AstraZeneca/Oxford COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use. A further update was made on 19 April 2021to reflect the latest WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety statement. The WHO Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) has issued interim recommendations for use of the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine (AZD1222). This article provides a summary of the interim recommendations; you may access the guidance document here. Who should be vaccinated first? While vaccine supplies are limited, it is recommended that priority be given to health workers at high risk…