(MENAFN) A powerful earthquake measuring 6.6 in magnitude rocked northern Papua New Guinea on Tuesday, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). Initially reported as a 6.7 magnitude quake, the USGS later revised its assessment to 6.6. The...
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQX: KNTNF) is pleased to announce that it has produced its first commercial grade gold-copper-silver concentrate and plans to...
(MENAFN) In a major strategic move amid rising regional tensions, Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) signed a groundbreaking security treaty on Monday, binding both nations to come to each other’s military aid in the event of an armed attack....
(MENAFN) Papua New Guinea is considering new legislation that would impose age restrictions on social media usage, aiming to tighten control over online activity in the Pacific nation, media reported Friday. The government plans to introduce the...
(MENAFN) Papua New Guinea is considering introducing age limits for social media use in the country, according to reports. The government plans to present a proposed social media law to parliament later this month following Cabinet approval. Under...
(MENAFN) Papua New Guinea is considering implementing age-based restrictions on social media usage within the Pacific Island country, a news outlet reported on Friday. The administration is anticipated to introduce a proposed law regarding social...
(MENAFN) Australia did not finalize a significant defense accord with Papua New Guinea on Wednesday, as both governments indicated the deal would be endorsed after undergoing required Cabinet reviews, reportedly due to apprehensions regarding...
(MENAFN) A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Papua New Guinea's New Ireland region on Tuesday afternoon, the German Research Center for Geosciences confirmed. The tremor, which occurred at 1659 GMT, was centered at a relatively shallow depth...
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQX: KNTNF) announces that it will release its 2025 third quarter financial results before the North American trading markets open...
The Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Leaders Summit proposed to be held from 17 -21 July is postponed to another date, which is yet to be confirmed. This was confirmed by Vanuatu’s deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Jotham Napat. He said a...
Kumul Minerals’ Sarimu Kanu. Credit: BAI/Stefan Daniljchenko BAPNG: Ok Tedi has been a cornerstone of KMHL’s portfolio. How is it performing today? Sarimu Kanu (SK): Ok Tedi is doing exceptionally well. In the first quarter of this year, we...
SPORTS sponsorship in Papua New Guinea has become an increasingly visible and influential part of national life, shaping not only the athletic landscape but also broader social and economic dynamics. As a way of life, it brings both promising...
ELEVEN women from across the Pacific have arrived in Port Moresby for the Pacific Women Leaders in Tennis initiative that is delivered by the Australian Government’s PacificAus Sports programme in partnership with Tennis Australia. This is PNG’s...
HONIARA (Solomon Islands) - Fiji earned a commanding 123–61 victory over Vanuatu in a must-win matchup, while Papua New Guinea edged New Caledonia 77–74 in a nail-biting finish to stay unbeaten in the tournament. In the opening game, Fiji took...
Papua New Guinea’s Registrar of Political Parties and Candidates, Emmanuel Pok, has confirmed plans to deregister 32 political parties at the end of this month due to non-compliance with the Organic Law. He said the Registry had issued notices on...
THE face behind Kurum Art, McDonald Yangu, is keeping his talent sharpen through painting while contributing to his family’s needs. “Whatever I get out from the sales I make here goes to supporting my family back at home,” Yangu said. He lives at...
During the recent inauguration of the fifth Bougainville House of Representatives, Prime Minister Marape declared Bougainville a demilitarised zone to assure an otherwise anxious Bougainville leadership of no foreign military presence in the...
On the Managalas Plateau in Oro Province, which was recently declared a conservation area, the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) and partners are supporting local organizations to develop and implement...
The Underwater Photography Guide has announced it is accepting entries for the 2024 edition of the annual Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition. The competition offers over US$60,000/~€51,678 in prizes. The competition attracts amateur to pro...
