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Palau

Pacific communities prepare for a hotter world as 1.5°C limit slips further away, says UN

A new United Nations report says the world is likely to cross the 1.5°C global warming threshold within the next few years.

Thomas Tarurongo Wynne in PalauThu, 03 Sep

Technology

Pacific audiences have moved online - now funding needs to follow, Coconet TV chief says

New NZ On Air research shows Pacific audiences are firmly digital-first with Lisa Taouma calling for more support for young Pasifika creators making content where their communities are watching.

PMN NewsTue, 25 Aug

Technology

Social media ban could cut youth off from their family and support, researcher warns govt

As Aotearoa moves to restrict social media for under-16s, Leah Damm says a ban could create new barriers for young people without addressing what makes online spaces unsafe.

PMN NewsTue, 25 Aug

Community •

Vanuatu •

Fiji

Ancient DNA reveals how waves of migration shaped the Pacific

New research using 72 ancient genomes gives a clearer picture of how people moved through Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga over the past 3000 years.

Christine RovoiWed, 19 Aug

Health

Sāmoan researcher wants genetic heart care to work for families

Auroiana Etelei says she is on track to becoming NZ’s first Pacific and Sāmoan genetic counsellor but adds she does not want to be the first and only.

Khalia StrongFri, 14 Aug

Community

Emergency savings gap highlights need for stronger financial protection for Pasifika

As New Zealand marks Money Month, new research shows fewer Pacific people have emergency savings, while experts say small steps and better financial advice can help families build stronger protection.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 06 Aug

Health •

Cook Islands

A Cook Islands Māori researcher puts culture at heart of new health solutions for Pasifika

From warm lagoon waters to diabetes care in pregnancy, Mary-Ann Rongo Moller is leading studies that combine science with Indigenous knowledge to address Pacific health challenges.

Christine RovoiMon, 03 Aug

Environment •

American Sāmoa

Fresh concerns over radioactive risks from deep sea mining near American Sāmoa

A new report warns of naturally occurring radioactive materials released into the marine environment, adding to Pacific concerns over plans to auction offshore mining leases later this year.

Christine RovoiTue, 21 Jul

Language & Culture

Finding Rotuma in the Archives: Art, memory and a cultural revival

Rotuman artist Sofia Tekela Smith is using her Auckland Museum residency to reconnect with her roots through old maps, objects, and collections.

Khalia StrongTue, 12 May

Community

Expert calls for real Pacific power in New Zealand data overhaul

A Pacific advisory group is being formed as Stats NZ changes how it collects data, but questions remain whether Pasifika will have decision-making power.

Khalia StrongTue, 12 May

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