New Grants For Community Justice In Papua New Guinea

Five community organisations in Papua New Guinea (PNG) today received new support to tackle pressing justice issues through grants awarded under the Community Justice Fund (CJF), a flagship program of the Australia-PNG Law and Justice Partnership....

UK ambassador is fired as Trump welcomes 10 new envoys to town

Peter Mandelson, Britain’s outspoken ambassador to the United States, was fired on Sept. 11—after barely half a year on the job—following the discovery of emails that revealed the extent of his personal ties with disgraced financier and convicted...

50 years of Independence: How Papua New Guinea defied the odds to become a nation

In a midnight radio address on Papua New Guinea's first day in existence, Sir Michael Somare — a former teacher and radio broadcaster from East Sepik — spoke to the new nation. "I wish to remind all that this is just the beginning," he said. "Now...

Mummies found in China 9,500 years older than those in Egypt

The world’s oldest mummies have been found in burial sites in China and Vietnam, scientists have said. Previously, the oldest known mummies were made by the Chinchorro people in Chile and Peru about 7,000 years ago, and the better-known Egyptian...

KALW Almanac - Tuesday September 18, 2025

Today is Tuesday, the 16th of September of 2025, September 16 is the 259th day of the year 106 days remain until the end of the year. 6 days until the autumnal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere a week from today Monday, September 22, 2025, at...

Full list of royals absent from Duchess of Kent's funeral as Queen Camilla sends her 'thoughts and prayers'

Several members of the Royal Family were notably absent from the Requiem Mass for Katharine, Duchess of Kent at Westminster Cathedral today. While King Charles led mourners and Queen Camilla sent a personal message excusing her absence, several...

Donald Brink, 95, of Burlington – Obituary

BURLINGTON — Donald Brink, “Don,” 95, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, with his wife of more than 76 years by his side. Early Life Donald was born on Jan. 28, 1930, in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, to Harry and Ruth (née...

Scientists discover world’s earliest evidence of human mummification

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Tok Pisin at the heart of Papua New Guinea Language Week 2025

Papua New Guinea Language Week 2025 is underway in Aotearoa, marking the second year of celebrations for Tok Pisin, the most widely spoken language of Papua New Guinea. The nationwide celebration kicked off on Sunday and will continue until...

World News | Indian Navy Band Participates in 50th Independence Day Celebrations of Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby [Papua New Guinea], September 8 (ANI): The Indian Navy band participated in the military tattoo as a part of the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea, the Indian Navy Spokesperson said on Sunday. In a post on X, the...

Celebrating Papua New Guinea pidgin language week in New Zealand

PNG Language Week is observed from 7 to 13 September. Photo: Ministry for Pacific Peoples It's Papua New Guinea Pidgin Language Week in Aotearoa New Zealand. This year's theme is: 'Lukautim, strongim na kirapim tokples na pasin blo tubuna -...

Indian Navy band participates in 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby [Papua New Guinea], September 8 (ANI): The Indian Navy band participated in the military tattoo as a part of the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea, the Indian Navy Spokesperson said on Sunday. In a post on X, the...

Papua New Guinea Observes National Repentance Day

9/5/2025 Papua New Guinea (International Christian Concern) — Every August since 2007, Papua New Guinea has observed a national holiday called the National Repentance Day. The purpose of the day is to encourage citizens to remember Papua New...

Pacific News In Brief For 16 September

Article – RNZ A round-up of news from around the region, including Northern Mariana Islands leaders reacting to the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Northern Mariana Islands – Kirk Northern Marianas leaders have joined voices across...

PNG celebrates independence, to sign defence treaty with Australia

Published On 16 Sep 202516 Sep 2025 Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) will commit to defending each other from armed attacks as they face “emerging threats” to their security, a new defence treaty seen by the AFP news agency says. The South...

UN Secretary-General Wraps Up Four-Day Visit to Papua New Guinea

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has completed a historic four-day visit to Papua New Guinea, marking the first-ever trip by a UN chief to the country. His visit coincided with celebrations for PNG’s 50th Independence anniversary....

Kamanoku tribe marks PNG’s 50th Independence with tribute to forefathers and call to action

Kerenga Kua MP Sinesine Yongolmulg is the guest of honour at the first United Kamanoku 50th anniversary celebration (Image: Supplied) The Kamanoku tribe of Pari Village, in Kundiawa Gembogl District, celebrated Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence...

INS Kadmatt Leads Papua New Guinea's Independence Day Fleet Review

New Delhi [India], September 6 (ANI): In a strong display of friendship and maritime partnership, Indian Naval Ship, INS Kadmatt, an indigenously designed and built Anti-Submarine Warfare Corvette, is participating in the 50th Independence Day...

Papua New Guinea Celebrates Language Week and 50 Years of Independence 

Photo: Ministry for Pacific Peoples Pacific language week celebrations continue with celebrations marking the beginning of Papua New Guinea -Tok Pisin, a language that connects more than 800 tribes and cultures across PNG and a treasured link for...

Prince Edward Skips Duchess of Kent’s Funeral

As the royal family gathers at Westminster Cathedral today to say goodbye to the late Katharine, Duchess of Kent, one senior royal notably will not be in attendance: Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh (not to be confused with Prince Edward, Duke of...