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Aftermath of a strong earthquake in Port Vila

World Dec 18

Vanuatu 7.3 earthquake leaves capital without water, as death toll expected to rise

By Charlotte Graham-McLay, Associated Press

World May 27

Aftermath of a landslide in Enga Province
Formally asking for help, Papua New Guinea says Friday’s landslide buried more than 2,000 people

The official formally asked for international help. The government figure is roughly triple a U.N. estimate of 670 killed in the landslide in the South Pacific island nation’s mountainous interior.

By Rod McGuirk, Associated Press

Politics Jul 10

Visiting Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare, shakes hands with his Chinese counterpart Li Qiang after witnessing a signing agreement for both countries at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Monday, July 10, 2023. Photo by Andy Wong/Pool via REUTERS
Solomon Islands leader visits Beijing, highlighting the U.S.-China rivalry in South Pacific

The Solomon Islands has been China's biggest success in a campaign to expand its presence in the South Pacific.

By Associated Press

Science Apr 13

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How young Pacific Islanders helped bring climate justice to the world’s court

For the first time, the UN's International Court of Justice has been tasked with determining what countries are obligated to do to fight climate change. William Brangham reports on the young people who were instrumental in bringing this issue to…

By William Brangham, Layla Quran, Maea Lenei Buhre

World Mar 16

Photos: Isolated islands thrashed by Cyclone Pam challenge relief efforts

Cyclone Pam, with winds of more than 185 mph, flattened homes, washed out roads and knocked out power to the South Pacific islands of Vanuatu over the weekend, and relief organizations were rushing to respond on Monday.

By Larisa Epatko

Oct 01

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Death Toll Mounts From Pacific Earthquakes

The death toll from a series of powerful earthquakes in American Somoa and Indonesia continued to climb Thursday as aid workers raced to help survivors.

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Sep 30

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Focus Pivots to Relief Following Deadly Tsunami, Earthquake

In the Samoan islands, relief efforts have begun after an earthquake triggered a tsunami. Meanwhile, Indonesia is struggling to recover from its own temblor. U.S. officials say the first flight carrying aid is en route to the region.

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Sep 30

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Quakes Strike South Pacific Leaving Scores Dead

Giant waves caused by underground earthquakes in the South Pacific have killed hundreds and left many more missing in American Somoa and Indonesia.

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