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Pundari disappointed on conduct of CS officer’s

Police Minister Sir John Pundari has described Tuesday night's conduct by Correctional Service personnel as totally unacceptable.

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Temu calls for debate on sessional order

Abau MP Sir Puka Temu called for a debate on the Sessional order on the Bougainville Referendum in Parliament on Tuesday.

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Sessional order tabled and adopted by Parliament

The sessional order on the Bougainville Referendum was tabled and adopted in Parliament on Tuesday, after the house voted overwhelmingly in support.

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ABG condemns sessional order

Bougainville Vice President, Ezekiel Masatt, has condemned Tuesday's developments in Parliament, calling the adoption of a three-quarter voting threshold for ratification ‘a National Government strategy to poison the waters.

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NBC concludes its regional consultations on Broadcasting Act review

The National Broadcasting Corporation [NBC] has successfully concluded its regional consultations for the review of the NBC Act 1973.

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UPNG to Launch starlink trial and advanced IT degrees to build ‘Digital Highway’

The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) is launching a major technological transformation by piloting SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet and introducing advanced IT degrees to bridge the nation's digital divide.

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AI must remain a tool for people, says UPNG Vice Chancellor

University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) Vice Chancellor Professor Ian Findlay has urged people to use artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly and ensure it remains a tool that serves humanity.

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Former NBC MD calls for stronger protection of Media Freedom

Former NBC Managing Director Joseph Eladona has called for changes to the law to protect journalists and strengthen the independence of the National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC).

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PMGH filled with low category patients

Recent statistics indicate that Port Moresby General Hospital is filled up to sixty percent with category 3 patients.

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Pumice wash-up cuts transport, hits food supply in Baon village, Manus

Residents of Baon Village on Lou Island, under the Balopa Local Level Government in Manus Province, are calling for urgent government assistance after pumice stones washed ashore along their coastline. The unusual event is believed to be linked to recent submarine volcanic activity in the Bismarck Sea.

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