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Strong wind forces search to be stopped

The search for five missing public servants and their family members was suspended at 4pm today due to strong winds and rough sea conditions.

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New education minister sets priorities

The new Minister for Education and Member for Kerowagi, Francis Kikin Siune, has thanked Prime Minister James Marape for his new appointment and has promised to deliver on the country's shared vision.

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Joseph Manu arrives in PNG for Chiefs visit

Former Sydney Rooster and New Zealand Kiwi International Joseph Manu arrived in Port Moresby this afternoon with his family, accompanied by PNG Chiefs General Manager for Football Michael Chammas and CEO Lorna McPherson.

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PNG urged to embrace AI and digital technology

Prime Minister James Marape says Papua New Guinea and the Pacific must not be left behind as the world moves rapidly towards artificial intelligence [AI] and digital technology.

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Air search steps up for missing families at sea

The search for five public servants and their family members missing at sea has stepped up today, with a helicopter joining the rescue operation.

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Search continues for five ENB PHA staff and families missing at sea

The search for five East New Britain Provincial Health Authority [ENB PHA] senior staff and their family members reported missing at sea between Pidgin Island and Kokopo has been scaled down overnight, with authorities to resume operations at first light.

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Bando accepts move to Immigration Ministry

Former Coffee Minister William Bando says he respects Prime Minister James Marape's decision to appoint him as the new Minister for Immigration following the recent Cabinet reshuffle.

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1 killed, 4 hospitalised after alleged sorcery attack in Karamui

One man is dead, and four others are hospitalized after a violent attack in Wenaiyo Village, Karamui-Nomane district, Simbu province, over allegations of sorcery.

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Gas licence holders warned to develop reserves or lose licenses

Petroleum Retention Licence [PRL] holders could lose their licences if they fail to develop their gas resources.

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Health, education recommendations for children and youth

The Special Parliamentary Committee on Children and Youths has made key recommendations on addressing “deeply concerning national outcomes” among this group of people in the country.

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