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Published on Jul 6, 2026

Opinion: Rethink Fiji’s democracy model

I begin this submission with an appeal to the people of Fiji, particularly the indigenous Fijians; the Christian churches, especially those of the Methodist Church, never ever again to support a coup supposedly in their name. As it had been shown up, the …

Source: Fiji Sun - Pro-Government
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Quiet change to Nauru policing powers could thwart legal challenges

A quiet change to Nauru's policing powers has raised questions about whether the laws have been tweaked to thwart mounting Federal Court challenges launched by NZYQ members fighting deportation. The former Australian detainees have allegedly faced …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jul 3, 2026

Woman who attacked Senator Lidia Thorpe outside the MCG avoids jail

A woman who assaulted federal senator Lidia Thorpe outside the MCG in 2024 has been spared jail, in a case that has been marred by secrecy in the Victorian courts. Senator Thorpe was with a group of friends near the stadium after the Dreamtime at the G …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jul 5, 2026

No Member of Parliament has been Arrested for Drugs – Samoa Police Confirm

Samoa’s Acting Police Commissioner Leiataua Samuelu Afamasaga confirmed to Samoa Global News that no Member of Parliament has been arrested for drugs following false posts on social media implicating a FAST MP from Savaii. On Sunday morning in a media …

Source: Samoa Global News - Neutral
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Woman arrested and charged for assaulting her 83-year-old father

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On July 3, 2026, a man called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) and reported that his sister allegedly assaulted their 83-year-old father inside their home in Iliiili. The suspect was later arrested and charged with: Count 1: …

Source: Samoa News - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 1, 2026

Police search continues after prisoner escapes Ha’apai jail

The Police have appealed for the public’s assistance after an inmate escaped from His Majesty’s Prisons at Fale’one in Ha’apai, prompting an active search involving both police and prison officers. In a public notice issued last Saturday, police said …

Source: Talanoa 'O Tonga - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Wrestling Legend Known for Ric Flair Feud Dies at 77

Siva Afi, whose wrestling career stretched from Japan to Hawaii before a memorable run in Vince McMahon’s World Wrestling Federation, has died at 77, his family announced Thursday. A cause of death was not disclosed. Afi, born Papali’itele Max Amata …

Source: The Daily Beast - Left-wing
Published on Jul 15, 2026

Man arrested and charged after allegedly threatening to set house on fire

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 29, 2026, the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) received a call from a victim reporting that her brother-in-law was allegedly causing a disturbance and threatening to set their home on fire. The suspect, later identified as …

Source: Samoa News - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 15, 2026

'My father was an antisemite': Uni leader's personal submission to royal commission

The chancellor of Western Sydney University has criticised other university leaders and labelled universities "the most prominent sites of antisemitic activity" in a personal royal commission submission. "I speak as an Australian, and a …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jul 2, 2026

Edgeware Rd double-killer who drove into Christchurch teen partygoers will be deported to Samoa

Sila first appeared before the Parole Board in 2024. He appeared before it again last week, when it again declined to release him. The newly released Parole Board’s decision, however, makes it clear that when he is eventually let out of prison, he will be …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral
Published on Jul 15, 2026

Two men arrested after allegedly firing handgun during July 4th celebration at Lions Park

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Two men are facing criminal charges after allegedly firing a handgun during an Independence Day celebration near Lions Park in Tafuna, where hundreds of people had gathered to watch fireworks and attend a public concert. The …

Source: Samoa News - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Lau urged to help former inmates rebuild their lives

The people of Lau have been urged to help reintegrate former inmates into their villages and communities to reduce reoffending after they are released from prison. Speaking during the Lau Provincial Council meeting at the Yatu Lau Conference Centre …

Source: Fiji Sun - Pro-Government
Published on Jun 30, 2026

Drug demand in NZ and Australia drives calls for death penalty in Fiji

Fiji is at the centre of an illicit narcotics crisis described as a national emergency, driven by an escalating demand for hard drugs in Australia and New Zealand. By Kya Raina Lal for The Conversation Drugs, particularly cocaine and methamphetamine, are …

Source: 1News - Neutral
Published on Jul 17, 2026

WWE icon - whose life spiraled after he was jailed in kidnapping and aggravated burglary plot - dead at 77

By JAMES COHEN, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 10:06 EDT, 17 July 2026 | Updated: 10:51 EDT, 17 July 2026 The wrestling world is in mourning following the death of former WWE star Siva Afi, who has passed away at the age of 77. The tragic news was confirmed …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Jun 30, 2026

Japan backs Fiji Navy with patrol boats, security support

NAOERO marked Remembrance Day, with a solemn ceremony honouring the 83rd anniversary of the people’s exile. President David Adeang, Cabinet members, parliamentarians, dignitaries, and church representatives gathered to pay tribute to the survivors. Adeang …

Source: Islands Business - Pending
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Identifying the Crypto Entrepreneur Linked to Popular Forum Trading in ‘Leaked’ Nudes of Women

This investigation is a collaboration between Bellingcat and New Zealand news site The Press. You can read The Press’ piece here. Content warning: This article discusses non-consensual sexually explicit content and child sexual abuse material. In 2024, a …

Source: Bellingcat - Neutral
Published on Jun 27, 2026

Prison escapes, rehabilitation and better facilities

Lauititi Tualima was once named the nation’s most dangerous criminal and labelled an ‘evil thug’. He has escaped again and this time it has questioned the security measures at the Tanumalala Prison. A report from the Samoa Police said Tualima escaped …

Source: Samoa Observer - Neutral
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Court to Decide if Statement by the late Sia Figiel can be Admitted as Evidence

The District Court is set to decide whether a witness statement made by the late acclaimed author, the late Papalii Sia Figiel before her death can be admitted as evidence in a defamation case linked to the death of Dr Caroline Sinavaiana-Gabbard. The …

Source: Samoa Global News - Neutral
Published on Jun 23, 2026

Jail for man who sexually assaulted 76-year-old in aged care home

A man who sexually assaulted a 76-year-old woman in a NSW aged care home has been sentenced to 12 years in jail. WARNING: This story contains details of sexual assault that readers may find distressing. During a judge-alone district court trial last …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Public Broadcaster

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Kitty Harper’s Ma Prison Selected for Mindfield Film Festival Screening

Award-Winning Short Drama Screens Saturday, August 29 at 1pm at Guild Cinema in Albuquerque ALBUQUERQUE, NM, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Multi-talented British filmmaker, writer, director, and composer Kitty Harper is thrilled to …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

LPR Data Helps Arrest Fatal Hit-and-Run Suspect in Redwood City Within 24 Hours

Redwood City, CA, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A 72-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck in Redwood City and the driver fled. Investigators used license plate reader data, including Flock technology, to narrow down the suspect vehicle and make an …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 20:22 GMT

SLED Charges Sumter County Man with Alcohol Violations in Darlington County

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged Andre Lamont McBride, 37, with Unlawful Sale of Alcoholic Liquors -1st offense, Failure to Secure a Required Beer or Wine Sales Permit – 1st offense and Operating a Place of Amusement Without a …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 17:44 GMT

Attorney General Alan Wilson announces Anderson nursing assistant charged with stealing from vulnerable adult

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that his office’s Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud unit (VAMPF) has arrested Constanza Athena Tate, 31 years old, of Anderson, S.C. Tate faces the following charges: One …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 11:29 GMT

Influential Women Highlights LeAnn Ploeger, CST, CSFA: Advancing Surgical Excellence And Patient Care

COOKEVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Surgical First Assist and Educator Combines More Than a Decade of Operating Room Experience with a Passion for Mentoring the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals Cookeville, …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 16:43 GMT

St. Albans Barracks | 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault

STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE CASE#: 26A2004645 RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Carson Cowhig STATION: St. Albans CONTACT#: (802)-524-5993 Op. 3 DATE/TIME: 07/19/2026 at …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 20:31 GMT

Walcott Insurance Agent Charged with 23 Felonies in Identity Theft in Insurance Fraud Scheme

DES MOINES, Iowa — A Walcott man faces over two dozen criminal charges following an extensive investigation by the Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau into an alleged identity theft and unauthorized insurance scheme. Stanly Blythe, 61, was arrested on …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 20:39 GMT

HUD Halts Funding for Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority for Mismanagement of Billions

WASHINGTON – Secretary Turner today announced the immediate suspension of funding for the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (VIHFA) following findings of widespread financial mismanagement, inadequate fraud controls, false certifications, and …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 20:42 GMT

California Private Investigator Ken Childs Selected to Consult on Major Television Series

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Paramount Investigative Services announced today that founder and lead investigator Ken Childs, has been retained as a technical consultant on an …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 20:33 GMT

Attorney Evan Tenebruso of Nowlan Injury Law Recognized by State Bar of Wisconsin's Pro Bono Honor Society

Honored for his dedication to ensuring access to justice through volunteer legal advocacy. SUN PRAIRIE, WI, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nowlan Injury Law is proud to announce that Attorney Evan Tenebruso has been certified …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 19:34 GMT

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Partner William Flachsbart Named to Legal 500’s City Elite (Chicago) for Intellectual Property

The Legal 500 City Elite series highlights standout attorneys at leading regional firms across major U.S. markets. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a leading law firm focused on …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 19:26 GMT

Los Angeles County Bar Association Names Park Elm Residences at Century Plaza as Official Corporate Sponsor

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) has named Park Elm Residences at Century Plaza as its Official Corporate Sponsor, recognizing the residential community's …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 19:16 GMT

Conn Law Firm Secures $40 Million Judgment in Fatal House Fire Case

A Gwinnett County judgment holds that the absence of fire alarms contributed to the death of a 63-year-old woman. SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Andy Conn, founding attorney of Conn Law Firm, has secured a $40 …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 18:46 GMT

Philadelphia Eagles Star Jordan Mailata Featured in Limited-Edition T-Shirt Release at Art History 101

Art History 101 Clothing Co. celebrates the launch of the store's limited-edition "The Man From Down Under" T-shirt in collaboration with Fritz & Bianculli. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 18:15 GMT

Jess Bunin, MD, Reveals AI’s Promise and Pitfalls in Medicine—and Why Empathy Matters Most

Dr. Jess Bunin explains why technology must support, not replace, the human connection at the heart of medicine LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare, …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 16:58 GMT

NY Jungian Analyst Explains How Jungian Therapy Can Improve Personal Relationships

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As conversations around mental health continue to expand, more people are looking beyond conflict resolution techniques to better understand the deeper emotional patterns that influence …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 16:34 GMT

Four Cordisco & Saile Attorneys Recognized Again by Super Lawyers for 2026

John Cordisco, Michael Saile, Jr., and Caterina Saile were named to the Super Lawyers list, while Steven DeBonis was named to the Rising Stars list. BENSALEM, PA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cordisco & Saile, a Pennsylvania …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 15:36 GMT

Propper AI Named a Hot Vendor in Digital Transaction Management by Aragon Research

Recognition places Propper's Intelligent Agreement Cloud among the vendors defining the shift from e-signature to agentic, self-executing transactions ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PropperDocs, Inc. (" …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Federal Court Orders Fee Award to Kevin O’Leary and O’Leary Ventures and Refers Plaintiff’s Counsel for Review

Kevin O’Leary and O’Leary Ventures Prevail in Federal Court, Receive Attorney Fee Award DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal court in Colorado has awarded $84,408 in attorney fees to Kevin O’Leary, O’Leary …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 14:56 GMT

Dr. Nizam Razack Calls on All Candidates to End Personal Attacks and Focus on the Issues

Abide by President Ronald Reagan's Eleventh Commandment: 'Thou shalt not speak ill of any fellow Republican.' ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Republican congressional candidate Dr. Nizam Razack today …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

GMR Transcription Launches AI Features to Help Clients Analyze Transcripts More Efficiently

New AI Summary and AI Analysis Tools complement GMR Transcription’s 100% human transcription and translation services. TUSTIN, CA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GMR Transcription Services, Inc., a provider of human …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 13:15 GMT

Corey Brinson Launches New Business to Help Connecticut Small Businesses Start, Grow and Scale

HARTFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brinson Consulting Group Launches to Help Connecticut Small Businesses Start, Grow and Scale Hartford-based consulting firm provides practical guidance in business formation, …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 13:08 GMT

Bailey & Galyen Announces Texas Rangers Ticket Giveaway for August 22 Game

One Winner Will Receive Two Tickets to See the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law is giving Texas Rangers fans an opportunity to attend the …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 13:07 GMT

Hong Kong New CIES Draws 3,200+ Applications, Globevisa Group Handles 10% Share

Insights reveal rigorous asset verification as a primary challenge amid rising cross-border wealth migration. SG, SINGAPORE, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Since the launch of the New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (New CIES) by the Hong …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Chicago Injury Attorney Details How Lawsuits Force Corporations to Identify Hit-and-Run Drivers

Scott DeSalvo forces corporate defendants to disclose driver identity only after a lawsuit is filed, and what that means for crash victims. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When a driver flees the scene of a crash …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 12:45 GMT

As TPS Ends for an Estimated 350,000 Haitians, Ten Nonprofits Launch Together for Haiti Match Day

Ten nonprofits unite for a 10-day campaign as Haiti faces escalating crisis, offering donors a 50% match to expand lifesaving impact. CAP-HAÏTIEN, HAITI, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As TPS Ends for an Estimated 350,000 Haitians, Ten …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

SHIFT HR Compliance Training Launches New Supervisor FMLA Training Focused on Better Decision-Making

Attorney-authored course helps supervisors recognize potential leave situations early, respond appropriately, and involve HR before compliance risks escalate. CHATHAM, NJ, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SHIFT HR Compliance Training …

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Published on July 20, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

SideBar: Optimism in Action Welcomes Dr. Mindy Romero, founder and director of the Center for Inclusive Democracy

CID’s mission is to improve social and economic quality of life by utilizing non-partisan, data-driven research for a transparent and representative democracy. MONTEREY, CA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar: Optimism …

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