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Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea's 1st prime minister, dies

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Michael Somare, a pivotal figure in Papua New Guinea’s independence and the South Pacific island nation's first prime minister, has died. He was 84.Somare was Papua New Guinea's longest-serving leader after it became …

CLC Cultural Thursday to focus on Papua New Guinea

Central Lakes College English and global studies instructor Lori-Beth Larsen will speak on her experience of growing up in Papua New Guinea for the March 4 Cultural Thursday program. The free virtual event is at noon Thursday, March 4. To join the Zoom …

Papua New Guinea's Michael Somare, 'Father of the Nation,' Dies at 84

SYDNEY - Papua New Guinea's first prime minister, Michael Somare, has died at 84, his daughter said Friday. Known as the "father of the nation," Somare led the Pacific archipelago to independence from Australia in 1975 and served four times …

Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea’s ‘Father of the Nation,’ Dies at 84

Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea’s first prime minister, who played a major role in leading the country to independence from Australia, died on Friday at a hospital in Port Moresby, the capital. He was 84. His death was announced by his daughter Betha …

Papua New Guinea's first prime minister Michael Somare dies

Papua New Guinea's first prime minister, Michael Somare, died at the age of 84 after a battle with pancreatic cancer on Friday. Somare, a pivotal figure in the South Pacific island nation's independence movement, was also known as the "the …

Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea's 1st prime minister, dies aged 84

Michael Somare, a pivotal figure in Papua New Guinea’s independence and the new nation’s first prime minister, died Friday. He was 84. Somare was the South Pacific island nation’s longest-serving government leader after it became independent of Australia …

Papua New Guinea’s Michael Somare, ‘father of the nation’, dies

Papua New Guinea’s first prime minister, Michael Somare, has died aged 84, his daughter said on Friday. Known as the “father of the nation”, Somare led the Pacific archipelago to independence from Australia in 1975 and served four times as prime minister. …

Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea’s 1st prime minister, dies

He died Friday after being diagnosed with a late-stage pancreatic cancer and admitted to hospital on Feb. 19, his daughter Betha Somare said in a statement. “Sadly, pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive cancers that are rarely detected early. We …

Sir Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea's 'Father of the Nation', dies aged 84

The man who led Papua New Guinea to independence, the country’s Grand Chief and longest-serving prime minister, Sir Michael Somare, has died in Port Moresby, aged 84. Known throughout the country as “Papa blo Kantri” – Father of the Nation – Somare served …

Papua New Guinea's Michael Somare, 'father of the nation', dies

Solomon Islands Government pays tribute to late Sir Michael Somare

“Late Somare is a Pacific leader whose leadership legacy can’t be matched by the current and next generations”. The Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has paid tribute to the Papua New Guinea founding father, Grand Chief the late Sir Michael …

Indonesian soldiers deserve accolades for community services in Papua

Indonesian soldiers in Papua and West Papua are necessitated to multitask, as the government works incessantly to bridge the gap in regional development achievement between them and other provinces. Hence, the soldiers deployed in these two eastern …

Less than 1 per cent of the coffee we drink is grown here. This is why

Australia is known as a nation of coffee obsessives, but few have tried a local cup. Key points: Less than 1 per cent of coffee consumed in Australia comes from local beans Coffee growers are thinking outside the box to compete with overseas suppliers Some …

Papua New Guinea’s first prime minister critically ill

Papua New Guinea’s first prime minister, Michael Somare, was in critical condition in a hospital over the weekend with pancreatic cancer, his family said. The family revealed in a statement on Sunday that the 84-year-old was undergoing palliative care in …

Facebook's action in Australia 'proves' the need for regulation, says Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault

Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault says he's not expecting pushback from Facebook as he moves ahead with proposed legislation that would force the company and other global online giants to pay Canadian news agencies for the content they use. …

Abdi fled to Australia with a bullet in his leg. After years in detention, his heart gave out

When Abdirahman Ahmed Mohammed first sought asylum in Australia, he still carried a bullet in his leg. Key points: Mr Mohammed suffered a heart attack while on Nauru in 2019 He spent years in offshore detention but was released into the community last year …

K92 Mining Hosts Visit by State Delegation Including the Honorable James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, & ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQX: KNTNF) is pleased to announce that on February 12, 2020, a State Delegation, including the Honorable James Marape, Prime Minister of …

SODELPA Praises Sir Michael Somare As Visionary Leader

Saturday, 27 February 2021, 2:21 pm Press Release: SODELPA Fiji The following message has been issued today by the Party Leader of the Social Democratic Liberal Party, Hon. Viliame R. Gavoka. Suva, Fiji | 27 February 2021 SODELPA is saddened to learn of …

Pacific Forum News: Statement On The Passing Of Sir Michael Somare

STATEMENT: SECRETARY SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE PACIFIC ISLANDS FORUM DAME MEG TAYLOR It was with deep sadness that I received the news of the death of the Grand Chief, Sir Michael Somare, the founding father of Papua New Guinea and a warrior of the Pacific. …

Hong Kong’s Coronavirus-Related Air Crew Quarantines are Inconsistent for US Pilots and Crew

Poses an Ongoing Risk to US Air Carrier Pilots and Crew by Forcing “Close Contact” Crews to Quarantine Upon Arrival at a Government Quarantine Camp UNITED STATES, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALPA pilots have worked stoically …

Private Investigator Directory - Swiss Security Solutions LLC is listed as compliant and insured corporation

Swiss Security Solutions LLC is providing private, financial, legal and other investigations and intelligence for criminal, business and civil cases. ZüRICH ZH, ZüRICH ZH, SWITZERLAND, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Private Investigator …

"Al Haroun" Movie.. The 1st trending in the Egyptian cinematography community

Egyptian Producer "Hosni Mahmoud" launches his new movie "Aal Haroun" GIZA, DOKKI, EGYPT, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Egyptian young film producer Hosny Mahmoud has revealed details of his movie "Aal Haroun…

Micky Shiloah releases Feel-Good Single and Music Video

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Indie artist and multi-hyphenate, Micky Shiloah, releases the feel-good single and music video for -- "I’m Gay” – a pop anthem about celebrating who you are, wherever you …

Coronavirus - Kenya: COVID-19 update (26 February 2021)

Download logo 410 people have tested positive to the coronavirus disease, out of a sample size of 7,180. 24 patients have recovered from the disease.  6 patients have succumbed to the disease. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, Kenya …

Coronavirus - Eswatini: COVID-19 update (26 February 2021)

Download logo Minister of Health Lizzie Nkosi's COVID-19 update on 26 February 2021: New cases: 26 Total cases: 16 972 Active cases: 2055 New recoveries: 210 Total recoveries: 14 241 Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, Government …

Coronavirus - Rwanda: COVID-19 update (26 February 2021)

Total cases: 18,689 (+136) Recovered: 17,302 (+23) Active cases: 1,129 In critical condition: 11 Tests: 1,000,505 (+4,163) Test positivity rate: 3.3% Recovery rate: 92.5% Deaths: 258 (+0) | 1.4%Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, …

Coronavirus - Uganda: COVID-19 update (26 February 2021)

Results of COVID-19 tests done on 26 February 2021 confirm 13 new cases. The cumulative confirmed cases are 40,335. The breakdown of the new cases are: 13 contacts and alerts: Wakiso (5) Gulu (1) Kampala (5) Amuru (1) Jinja (1)Distributed by APO Group on …

Message of unity, peace and solidarity in Mali visit

FIFA (www.FIFA.com) President Gianni Infantino spoke of the importance of football in fostering unity, peace and solidarity during a visit to Bamako, the capital of the Republic of Mali, where he held meetings with the head of state, Bah N’Daw, the …

Coronavirus - Zimbabwe: COVID-19 update (26 February 2021)

Download logo As at 26 February 2021, Zimbabwe had 36 044 confirmed cases, including 32 529 recoveries and 1 463 deaths.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health and Child Care, Zimbabwe.

Coronavirus - Zambia: COVID-19 update (26 February 2021)

As of 26th Feb 2021, we report 468 new cases out of 4,889 tests (10% positivity), 1835 recoveries and 7 deaths [MTSRIP].Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI).

Coronavirus - Nigeria: COVID-19 update (26 February 2021)

600 new cases of COVID-19 in Nigeria; Lagos-169 Taraba-92 Ogun-65 Cross River-57 FCT-38 Rivers-28 Kwara-26 Akwa Ibom-25 Osun-21 Plateau-12 Borno-9 Gombe-9 Abia-8 Ebonyi-8 Ekiti-7 Kano-7 Delta-6 Oyo-6 Bauchi-3 Nasarawa-3 Sokoto-1 155,076 confirmed 132,544 …

EAGLE FOUR PARTNERS ANNOUNCES ROBIN SHELTON AS GENERAL MANAGER OF NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB

Eagle Four Partners is proud to announce Robin Shelton as General Manager of Newport Beach Country Club effective February 24, 2021. NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eagle Four Partners is proud to …

The GLOBAL Rhapsody Online Prayer Conference is here again

The Rhapsody Online Prayer Conference is an opportune time of prayers for all Rhapsody partners globally! HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MILLIONS TO PARTICIPATE IN UPCOMING RHAPSODY ONLINE PRAYER CONFERENCE Don…

Talk Show Host “ANNE ELIZABETH SMART CONSERVATIVE" Takes CPAC by Storm on her Conservative Commandos Radio Network Show

Conservative Tv and Radio host Anne Elizabeth becomes media darling of CPAC ORLANDO, FL, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anne Elizabeth, Conservative TV Talk Show host of her ANNE ELIZABETH SMART CONSERVATIVE which currently …

Five Breathtaking Villas with Stunning Views in Award-Winning Exuma Bahamas Resort to Auction via Concierge Auctions

Five villas with ocean or golf course views in award-winning Exuma Bahamas resort goes to Auction via Concierge Auctions with Tanya Manos of Realty with T. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Villas 1612, …

Berman Arts Agency: The ART of CONNECTING - Public Art in Private Places & Private Art in Public Places

Berman Arts Agency has one of the most premier and satisfied client lists LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Globally, Covid-19 has affected us all, many in personal ways, yet the creative industry has been …

Refugee Transforms Life "From Disappointment to Blessing" in Memoir

Veronica Chinasa Osunwa recounts arduous journey as war-refugee, fight against discrimination, ultimate perseverence and life successes NEW ZEALAND, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veronica Chinasa Osunwa came from humble origins. Her …

Applied Biology and Samel to Inaugurate the First COVID-19 Clinical Research Center in the Brazilian Amazon State

EMERGENT VARIANTS OF SARS-COV-2 IN THE BRAZILIAN AMAZON PRESENT UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY TREATMENTS FOR COVID-19 IRVINE, CA, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Applied Biology today announced its partnership with Samel - the leading …

Understanding The Perfect Diamond Engagement Ring

FLORIDA, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ​Now that you have found the one for you and decided it’s time to propose, it's time to get informed. We are here to help you find the perfect diamond engagement ring for the perfect …

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery San Francisco Announces New Posts on Maxillofacial Surgery in the Bay Area

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery San Francisco is proud to announce a new milestone for its blog page. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 28, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery San Francisco (https:// …

Kimtron Hi-Rad x-ray systems with patented Photon Purification™ Technology to be used in Cannabis Decontamination

OXFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, February 28, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Situation Whether grown in indoor or outdoor environments, the cannabis plants’ physical characteristics leave it susceptible to a host of microbial pathogens. These …

Development of microRNA-based TREATMENTS for MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY Type 1 by Translational Genomics Group

Dr. Artero’s Lab, based in Spain (University of Valencia), is a pioneer in discovering therapeutic targets and innovative drug candidates for rare diseases VALENCIA, VALENCIA, SPAIN, February 28, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Translational Genomics …

Best hairspray for men by Da'Dude Surpasses 550 Reviews on Amazon.co.uk

Best hairspray for men Da’Hair Spray from Da’Dude has gained an average 4.4 rating on Amazon UK after 550 reviews. LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, February 28, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Da’Hair Spray has reached a significant milestone with over …

USA Merchants Targeting YoReSpot

BAYARD, IOWA, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There’s a new social media that is making waves with people from all over and with all backgrounds. The site is called YoReSpot. Created and funded by Brandon Irlbeck of …