Pacific Region • Marshall IslandsMarshall Islands govt declares emergency after Ebeye fire leaves over 100 homelessPresident Hilda Heine signed a 90-day state of emergency after a major blaze tore through Ebeye, destroying homes, businesses and key infrastructure in one of the Pacific’s most populated communities.PMN NewsFri, 12 Jun
Pacific Region • Marshall IslandsUjelang Atoll shows signs of recovery after decades of nuclear exile - scientistsA National Geographic expedition in the Marshall Islands says early findings from Ujelang Atoll suggest a thriving marine ecosystem and how nature has recovered in isolation.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 05 Jun
Politics • Marshall IslandsPacific questions US commitment as tuna treaty pressure growsLeaders are watching Washington closely as nations push for a bigger share of the billions generated from the region’s richest fishery.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 15 May
Pacific Region • Marshall IslandsMarshall Islands leads ocean mission, blending ancestral knowledge with modern scienceLocal navigators and global scientists join forces to map and protect some of the Pacific’s most resilient reefs.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 20 Mar
Environment • Tonga • Marshall IslandsMapping their future: Tonga, Marshall Islands boost coastal data to tackle climate risksA nationwide survey will give both nations their most detailed coastal data yet, helping them prepare for rising seas, stronger storms, and future disasters.PMN NewsThu, 12 Mar
Summer • Federated States of Micronesia • Palau • Marshall IslandsOperation Xmas Drop 2025: US and allies deliver hope to remote Pacific communitiesFor more than 70 years, the annual Operation Christmas Drop has brought food, supplies and festive cheer to the islands.Christine RovoiMon, 22 Dec
Pacific Region • Marshall IslandsPacific nations push for action on albacore and end to high seas fishingAdvocate says albacore management and ending high-seas transhipment must be top priorities as key tuna talks get underway in Manila.Giff Johnson, Editor, Marshall Islands Journal / RNZ Pacific correspondentTue, 02 Dec
Environment • Tuvalu • Kiribati • Marshall Islands'Oceans on Fire': Pacific faces rising heat and climate challengesScientists warn that without major reductions in global pollution, the region will keep experiencing severe weather events and damage to marine life.Christine RovoiThu, 16 Oct
Politics • Palau • Marshall Islands • TuvaluUN must adapt to Blue Pacific, not the other way around - leadersPacific leaders took the 2050 Strategy to the UN, calling for climate justice, fair finance, and security defined by peace and solidarity.Renate RiversWed, 01 Oct
Pacific Mini Games 2025 • Marshall IslandsStill got it: 71-year-old athlete inspires at Pacific Mini Games The oldest competitor at the Palau Games, Clarence Clanry, of the Marshall Islands, is making an impact that goes beyond the scoreboard. Latonya LoleTue, 08 Jul