The Miss Pacific Islands pageant is supposed to celebrate culture and togetherness. But this week it has been defined by allegations of fraud, bullying and lies.

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ATO names chief information officer, Gallagher grows government services advisory group, slew of new ambassadors, and more.

Lookman says penalty criticism by own coach 'deeply disrespectful' ...

Among the millions of World War II veterans were multiple future U.S. presidents. Some only narrowly survived the experience.

Commonwealth Games: Why is it so special to be part of Team Scotland?

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An elderly person is dead, adding to the number of lives claimed by a disease linked with heavy rain in a flood-hit region ...

Save the Children NZ currently supports international programmes in Fiji, Cambodia, Bangladesh, Laos, Nepal, Vanuatu, Solomon ...

The ceasefire agreement, which came into effect on 27 November 2024, required Israeli troops to fully withdraw from South Lebanon within 60 days. However, Israeli forces have remained in the area ...

Tybee Oyster Company, Georgia's first floating oyster farm, has grown over 500% since 2023 and along with an educational program to teach students about sustainability ...