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US Gov’t commits over K60 million to PNG to enhance capacity on infectious disease
The United States Government has made another four-year financial commitment of US$15 million or over K60 million to Papua New Guinea through the Department of Health to enhance capacity for infectious disease outbreaks and HIV/AIDS.
Three winners declared at 2026 Cocoa of Excellence Expo
Three outstanding cocoa producers have been jointly declared winners today at the 2026 Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellence and Trade Expo in Wewak today.
Police officer arrested in Hela Province for breaching liquor ban
A serving member of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary in Hela Province has been taken into custody today after being caught consuming alcohol in defiance of the province-wide liquor ban.
High-risk detainee escapes hospital and is on the run
A high-risk remand detainee has escaped custody and is now on the run, prompting a joint manhunt by Correctional Service officers and police.
Watom Island fears food shortage
As relief supplies slowly trickle down to the affected areas in East New Britain, some affected areas fear the supplies may not last.
Hiri Moale Festival set to return in September
The Motu Koita Assembly [MKA] has announced the dates for the 2026 Hiri Moale Festival, with the iconic cultural event set to return in September.
Hela Province to open key services in Tari this Friday
Preparations are underway for the opening of the BSP Tari Branch and the Internal Revenue Commission [IRC] provincial office, both located within the Hela 2 Building this Friday.
Watom island hustles
As relief supplies slowly trickles down to the affected areas in East New Britain, some affected areas fear the supplies may not last.
Government called on to develop biofuel
A call has been made on the Government to seriously tap into biofuel production.
Jesus Youth PNG extends ‘Mission of Hope’ to Madang hospital
The international Catholic movement, Jesus Youth; continues to expand its presence in Papua New Guinea, with young people at Divine Word University actively living out their faith through service, prayer, and outreach.