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[Source: Reuters] The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has risen to 3,535, authorities said on Monday, while nearly 18,000 people remain homeless more than a week after the disaster struck the capital and nearby coastal areas. Top lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez said the latest official tally showed 16,740 people injured and 17,854 left without housing after the June 24 quakes, which measured magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 and struck within seconds of each other. The new figures underscore the scale of the disaster in and around Caracas and La Guaira, the coastal area hit hardest, as criticism mounts over the government’s…
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) government has declared an all-clear following the passage of Super Typhoon Bavi, allowing recovery efforts to begin across the Commonwealth while warning residents to remain cautious of lingering hazards.Governor David Apatang, in consultation with the CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management Office and the National Weather Service Guam, lifted the emergency status for Saipan, Tinian, Rota, Alamagan, Agrihan and Pagan effective 12pm Tuesday.However, officials warned that localized flooding, debris, damaged infrastructure, downed power lines and hazardous road conditions remain, particularly on Rota, which bore the brunt of the Category 5 storm.CNMI Homeland…
[Source:Fiji Football Association/Facebook] The Fiji Junior Bula Boys, who are now in Papua New Guinea, will complete their final preparations before beginning their OFC U-16 Men’s Championship campaign this weekend. It will also mark the start of their road to the FIFA Under-17 World Cup 2027. Fiji is in Group A with New Caledonia, Samoa, and host nation PNG. They’ll meet New Caledonia on Sunday, then Samoa next Wednesday before wrapping up the group games with PNG three days later.Article continues after advertisement Defending champions New Zealand have been drawn alongside the Solomon Islands, Tahiti, and the qualifying winner, Vanuatu,…
Pacific Energy fuel tankers aboard an RPA barge bound for Taveuni departed Buca Bay in Vanua Levu this morning. [Picture: Peceli Naviticoko} The government has assured residents of Taveuni that fuel supplies to the island will continue, with additional shipments scheduled this week to maintain stock levels. Minister for Transport Ro Filipe Tuisawau says the government has been working closely with shipping operators and fuel suppliers to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of fuel and other essential goods. Ro Filipe says the government understands the importance of maintaining reliable fuel supplies to support households, businesses and essential services, and has been…
[Source: Reuters] Belgium booked its place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals after a convincing 4-1 victory over co-hosts the United States in their Round of 16 clash in Seattle. Charles De Ketelaere gave Belgium the perfect start, scoring in the ninth minute before adding his second in the 33rd minute. The Americans pulled one back through Malik Tillman in the 31st minute to briefly level proceedings, but Belgium regained control and never looked back. Hans Vanaken extended Belgium’s advantage in the 57th minute, while Romelu Lukaku sealed the result deep into stoppage time.Article continues after advertisement The win sends…
Members of the Flying Fijians demanded an increase to their payments on top of their current contractual agreements with Fiji Rugby Union (FRU) before their first Nations Championship Test match against Wales, RNZ Pacific has been reliably informed.Although no further details were forthcoming, Fiji Rugby Union board chairman John Sanday said the union took care of the situation and increased player allowances.Sanday is now demanding the team do better than their performance against Wales when they meet England on Sunday morning.The former Flying Fijian, who played at the 1987 Rugby World Cup, spoke from England on Tuesday, saying there is…
Fiji distance runner Yeshnil Karan remains on track for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Athletics Fiji pleased by his progress following emergency appendicitis surgery in April. Karan underwent surgery on April 4 but has made a strong recovery after completing the mandatory six-week rehabilitation period followed by six weeks of structured training. His latest outing at the Gold Coast Marathon 5km race on Saturday provided further encouragement, with the national representative clocking 15 minutes flat to finish 11th in a quality field. The 24-year-old ran with the lead group for much of the race and covered the opening 3,000…
[Source: File] Fiji Pearls player Kalesi Tawake has been ruled out of the upcoming Netball Fiji Spirit Series in Sydney due to injury. Netball Fiji confirmed today that non-travelling reserve Eseta Waqaira has been called into the squad as Tawake’s replacement. In a statement, Netball Fiji thanked Tawake for her commitment and dedication throughout the team’s preparations, adding that her health and recovery remain the priority. The national body also wished Tawake a full and speedy recovery and expressed hope of seeing her return to the Fiji Pearls lineup soon.Article continues after advertisement Meanwhile, Waqaira has been congratulated on her…
The situation has affected businesses, transport operators, and residents. [Photo: PECELI NAVITICOKO Two fuel trucks arrived on Taveuni this morning, bringing welcome relief to the island after weeks of fuel shortages. The shortage was caused by the suspension of inter-island shipping services, which disrupted the delivery of fuel and other essential supplies. The situation has affected businesses, transport operators, and residents, with many forced to adjust their daily activities due to limited fuel availability. The arrival of the trucks is expected to ease the strain and restore normal supply lines across the island.Article continues after advertisement Source link
TokelauTokelau has a new administrator.Andre van der Walt, a former New Zealand High Commissioner to Kiribati, has been appointed to the role, succeeding Don Higgins.Foreign Minister Winston Peters said van der Walt will oversee New Zealand’s support for Tokelau’s development, namely strengthening resilience to climate change.The administrator is also in charge of service delivery, and supporting the education, health, transport, and renewable energy sectors.Work is ongoing to make Tokelau’s energy profile up to 90 percent renewable by the end of the year.VanuatuA heart-monitoring app has been launched in Vanuatu.The World Health Organisation (WHO) said once trained, community-based providers can use…