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The Latest Breaking News from Samoa

Australian sevens men one win away from the Olympics

Australia's rugby men must beat Fiji in the London Sevens to book an automatic place at next year's Paris Olympics.

AAP

Where is she now? Linda Vagana

She was one of the most feared Silver Ferns defenders, but with the biggest heart. Linda Vagana talks to Suzanne McFadden about her netball career with two countries, working to rebuild the Samoan game and getting more Kiwi kids reading.

Newsroom.co.nz

American Samoa declares public health emergency, ramps up vaccination amid fears of measles outbreak

One measles case has been confirmed and 31 probable cases are under investigation in American Samoa, prompting a public health emergency declaration and travel restrictions for those wishing to travel to neighbouring Samoa.

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Britain’s top diplomat James Cleverly skips part of Pacific tour to focus on Sudan

Foreign secretary cancelled plans in Samoa and New Zealand due to crisis in Sudan, his office said

The Guardian - AU

Britain's Cleverly skips Samoa meeting to co-ordinate Sudan response

British foreign minister James Cleverly has skipped a planned trip to Samoa to focus on coordinating the UK response to the Sudan crisis, which he is doing from New Zealand, his office said on Thursday.

Reuters

AAPI Demographics: Data on Pacific Islander ethnicities, education, and income

There are 1.5 million Americans who identify as Pacific Islander, making up 0.46% of the US population in 2021. Native Hawaiian, Samoan, and Chamorro are the three most common Pacific Islander ethnic groups in the US.

USAFacts

Echoes of Robert Louis Stevenson still heard throughout Samoa

THE modern approach to Samoa is a direct flight from Brisbane, although it is worthwhile stopping off for a couple of hours in that unsung and…

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From a factory west of Brisbane to the big stage, rap artist Lisi is breaking new ground for Pasifika in Australia

Proudly representing the Brisbane suburb of Goodna, Samoan rapper Talisi Poasa is breaking new ground for Pasifika in Australia and broadening the horizons of his beloved community, "the four-three".

ABC News

Reds snap out of Super drought with Samoa win

Tate McDermott and Suliasi Vunivalu have set the tone as the Queensland Reds avoided a Samoan upset to beat Moana Pasifika 40-28 in Super Rugby Pacific action.

AAP

Thorn soldiering on as Reds fly into Samoan ambush

Under-fire Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn has kept his head down this week with Moana Pasifika presenting a tricky task in their Samoan Super Rugby debut.

AAP

Tate defends Thorn, urges Reds to 'bring the dog out'

Injuries and the historic nature of the Queensland Reds' trip to Samoa, where Moana Pasifika will play for the first time, have added to Brad Thorn's woes.

AAP

Shaun Wane wants to put ‘torture’ of World Cup exit behind him and focus on 2025

England will face 2025 hosts France at Warrington on April 29 in their first game since their agonising golden point semi-final defeat to Samoa.

The Independent UK

When and where is the 2023 Rugby World Cup?

Everything you need to know ahead of the men’s tournament

The Independent UK

Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa warns China not the only outside power looking to increase their presence in Pacific

During a visit to Canberra, Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa warns that China is not the only major power that may want to secure further military access to the Pacific "under the guise of protecting assets".

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Chinese state company wins contract to redevelop Solomon Islands port, prompting cautious response

Samoa’s prime minister says port ‘might morph into something else’ and suggests Pacific countries may have to monitor situation

The New Daily

Samoan PM to push Aus on climate, fossil fuels — visit

The Samoan prime minister has called for an end to fossil fuel subsidies and an increase in finance for climate resilience projects..

AAP

Samoan PM raises concerns over China security precedent

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has hosted his Samoan counterpart Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, with the two agreeing to foster better economic and security ties.

ABC News

Samoan prime minister says she understands Australia's push to obtain nuclear-powered submarines at Lowy Institute

Samoa's prime minister speaks about Australia's deepening political engagement with Pacific Island nations at Lowy Institute.

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Samoa pushes Australia on climate and consultation

Australia is being urged to elevate Pacific perspectives on the global stage with climate change posing an existential threat for smaller nations such as Samoa.

The New Daily

Samoan PM Fiamē Naomi Mata’afa pushes for Pacific voices to be better heard

Samoa's prime minister says small Pacific nations need to be listened to and consulted more over regional security issuesregional security.

AAP

Samoan PM pushes for Pacific voices to be better heard

Samoan leader Fiame Naomi Mata'afa has called for Pacific nations to be better consulted and informed on decisions that impact the region.

The Guardian - UK

Samoa PM urges world to save Pacific people from climate crisis obliteration

Fiame Naomi Mata’afa pleads for action before landmark IPCC report is expected to issue ‘final warning’

The New Daily

Samoa woos Australian tourists

The small island country of Samoa is hoping to woo Australians as part of its campaign to become a top holiday destination. Made up of an archipelago of

ABC News

Queer Pacific Islanders call for greater acceptance, self-love and decriminalisation during Sydney WorldPride

Pacific queer activists call for greater acceptance, decriminalisation during Sydney WorldPride celebrations

Daily Mirror

Shaun Wane to stay on as England boss for 2025 Rugby League World Cup

Ex-Wigan coach Shaun Wane's future as international boss was under doubt after disappointing World Cup semi-final exit against Samoa but his deal's now been extended until 2025 while Stuart Barrow takes charge of women's side and Tom Coyd carries on for World Cup-winning wheelchair team

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