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More arrests including expatriates expected in Madang assault case
Madang Police are expected to make further arrests in relation to the assault incident that occurred last weekend at Yaho Supermarket.
OTML invests K1 million to kick-start school football and youth leagues in Papua New Guinea
A major boost for youth football in Papua New Guinea was announced this week, with Ok Tedi Mining Limited [OTML] committing K1 million to support grassroots development programs led by the Papua New Guinea Football Association [PNGFA].
Hospital scales down operations in Wewak
The inconsistency in the supply of power and water in East Sepik's Provincial Capital Wewak has now forced the East Sepik Provincial Hospital in Wewak to scale down on all its operations.
Two murder cases reported in one week in Simbu
Two individuals a male and a female have been charged separately with willful murder and are currently in police custody in Kundiawa, awaiting their court appearances.
Man in possession with wire catapult arrested and charged
A 25-year-old man from East Sepik who resides in Edai Town was arrested by Central Police yesterday for having in his possession an offensive weapon, to wit, a wire catapult.
Cassowaries, Black Bass win tournament opener in Isuzu men’s T20 smash
The 2025 Isuzu Men’s T20 Smash, proudly sponsored by Boroko Motors, got off to an electrifying start on Saturday, 10 May 2025, at Amini Park in Port Moresby, delivering two thrilling matches that captivated local cricket fans.
National schools tournament a major success as NCD secures two titles
The PNG NRL Academy National Schools Tournament concluded with a thrilling grand final showdown at Santos Football Stadium on Saturday, where the National Capital District [NCD] clinched both the Years 9/10 Boys and Open Girls championships.
Two suspects arrested in Yaho Supermarket assault
Police in Madang have apprehended two young men in relation to the grievous assault of a mother and her 13-year-old daughter, which took place last Saturday at a town supermarket over allegations of shoplifting.
Police tracking domestic terrorists following kidnapping in Highlands
Police are tracking a group of men following the kidnapping of a number of people at around 5am this morning, May 12, in Western Province near the border with Hela and Southern Highlands Provinces.
Dr. Liko to be engaged as special advisor to government on health issues
Outgoing Health Secretary Dr. Osborne Liko will be engaged as Special Advisor to the Government on National Health Issues, under the Department of the Prime Minister and National Executive Council [NEC].