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TOP$1 billion drug bust in French Polynesia reveals Tonga’s role in Pacific narcotics route
Kaniva Tonga
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August 4, 2025
Large shipments of cocaine from Mexico, intercepted in French Polynesia and valued at a staggering €331 million (approximately TOP$1 billion), were reportedly bound for Tonga and Australia. Seized drugs onboard include 232kg of methamphetamine and...
Massive cocaine and meth haul seized on yacht in French Polynesia worth €331 million
RNZ
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August 3, 2025
Seized drugs onboard include 232kg of methamphetamine and 1,646kg of cocaine. Photo: Comgend Polynésie française OFAST Authorities in French Polynesia are claiming another "historic" drug haul for a total €331 million street value. The catch...
Huge Drug and Weapons Haul in French Polynesia Echoes Kash Patel’s Warnings
The Epoch Times
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August 4, 2025
The 11 Glock pistols and 22 magazines seized from the intercepted ship. OFAST/Comgend Polynésie Française In a statement, the U.S. Embassy in Wellington described the purpose of the new office as working “to investigate and disrupt a wide range of...
Rocket-like jellyfish, regal Komodo dragon and harrowing whale rescue — see the stunning Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 finalists" target="_self"…
LiveScience
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August 19, 2025
A rocket-like jellyfish, a majestic Komodo dragon and a dangerous surfing encounter are just a few of the stunning photographs captured by the finalists for the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 competition. The competition includes categories...
Tsunami waves reach French Polynesia but expected to be smaller than feared
Times LIVE
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Tsunami waves began hitting the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia early on Wednesday but the waves were forecast to be smaller than initially feared, local authorities said. The highest waves are yet to come, but they are now expected to reach...
Russia quake: Waves of up to 4 meters expected in French Polynesia
Inquirer
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July 31, 2025
This photograph taken on August 10, 2023, shows a dog sleeping on a coast in Teahupo, on the French overseas territory of Tahiti. FILE PHOTO/Agence France-Presse PAPEETE, France — Waves of up to 4 meters are expected to hit the Marquesas Islands...
Tsunami warning for French Polynesia after Russia earthquake
KDAL - Minnesota
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July 30, 2025
PARIS (Reuters) -Local authorities in French Polynesia have issued a tsunami warning for the Marquesas Islands archipelago, with waves of 1.10 to 2.20 metres expected to hit the islands of Ua Huka, Nuku Hiva, and Hiva Oa overnight from Tuesday to...
OHA, Kamehameha Schools represent Hawaiʻi in French Polynesia
Maui Now - Hawaii
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Kamehameha Schools Kapālama haumāna perform at Heiva Raromataʻi. (Courtesy: Office of Hawaiian Affairs) Members of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees, led by Chair Kaialiʻi Kahele and CEO Stacy Ferreira, are representing Hawaiʻi at...
Kamehameha students serve as cultural ambassadors during Hokulea voyage in French Polynesia
Hawaii News Now
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July 28, 2025
The Polynesian Voyaging Society has partnered with Kamehameha Schools for decades, and students have been serving as cultural ambassadors during the voyages. Mahealani Richardson and photojournalist Jon Suyat followed their journey in French...
Shark Bites Child in French Polynesia
News Central TV
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July 28, 2025
A seven-year-old child was bitten and injured by a shark while swimming in Taiohae Bay, Nuku Hiva, the main island of the Marquesas archipelago, on Friday. The fire department confirmed the incident to AFP on Saturday. About 10 children were...
Boy, seven, has part of leg ripped off after being attacked by a shark while swimming with friends in French Polynesia
Daily Mail
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July 28, 2025
By TOM MIDLANE Published: 20:06 EDT, 27 July 2025 | Updated: 20:13 EDT, 27 July 2025 A seven-year-old boy had part of his leg ripped off by a shark while swimming off the coast of French Polynesia. The child was one of around 10 friends playing in...
Shark injures child in French Polynesia: fire department
Macau Business
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July 27, 2025
A shark bit and injured a seven-year-old child swimming in waters of French Polynesia, the fire department told AFP on Saturday. About 10 children were playing and jumping on Friday in Taiohae Bay on Nuka Hiva, the main island in the Marquesas...
The ultimate guide to Paul Gauguin Cruises, the French Polynesia cruise specialist
The Points Guy
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July 23, 2025
Is a trip to the South Pacific on your bucket list? A voyage with Paul Gauguin Cruises might be the answer. The tiny cruise brand, which only operates one ship, is the longtime leader in sailings to the best-known islands of the South Pacific —...
ATOBA Energy and Air Moana Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deployment in French Polynesia
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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LYON, France & PAPEETE, French Polynesia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2025-- ATOBA Energy and Air Moana have signed an agreement to implement scalable solutions for the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This strategic collaboration aims to...
LOCAL GETAWAYS | Enjoy your holiday on a budget
The Fiji Times
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August 19, 2025
Fiji, though often seen as a luxury destination, can be visited on a budget with the right planning. Whether you’re flying, cruising, or sailing in, there are ways to save at every step. According to fijipocketguide.com, the main thing you need to...
Ponant announces new French Polynesia itineraries for 2026-27
Travel Press
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July 21, 2025
Ponant is deepening its presence in French Polynesia with the introduction of brand-new winter itineraries aboard Le Jacques Cartier beginning with the 2026-27 season. These new itineraries complement the Group’s long-established leadership in the...
Artist Kamea Hadar Unveils New "Duke" License Plate
KITV - Hawaii
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Local artist Kamea Hadar designed a new Duke Kahanamoku specialty license plate, with proceeds supporting drowning prevention and swimming programs across Hawai‘i. Watch for more details. Plus, Hawaii is still in the game for the Little League...
Fragility, Beauty, and Urgency Characterize Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025
Colossal
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August 18, 2025
The finalists of this year’s Ocean Photographer of the Year competition (previously) have really blown it out of the water. From hundreds of baby octopuses in the waters around Indonesia to remarkable humpback whales to a dramatic encounter with a...
Annual Fees Over $500? Here’s When They Make Sense
KOAM TV 7 - Kansas
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High-end credit cards are nothing new. American Express has been catering to a discerning crowd since the 1960s, while airlines began partnering with Visa and Mastercard in the 1980s to launch airline credit cards for loyal travelers. Cards with...
Childhood dreams of breathing underwater inspired fish physiology career
Cosmos
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August 17, 2025
Dr Jodie Rummer with a blacktip reef shark, French Polynesia. Credit Tom Vierus A gift of snorkelling gear and trip to Florida was all it took to hook 8-year-old Jodie Rummer into marine science. “Wow, that was it for me!” recalls Rummer, now...