The state of Hawaii is officially changing the name of the largest island in the archipelago from Island of Hawaii to simply ...

The arrival of the New Year varies dramatically depending on your geographical location, creating fascinating contrasts between neighboring regions. One of the most striking examples of this ...

China’s influence operations in Samoa have been patient, persistent, and, as the election proved, profoundly effective.

The detection happened in October and November near Uafato on Samoa’s island of Upolu. Manumea is a special bird for experts ...

After Kiribati, Samoa and Tonga are among the first countries to welcome the New Year. The New Zealand city of Auckland is ...

More and more, travelers are turning to the skies for inspiration.

In the U.S., the first major New Year’s Eve holiday television special will kick of at 7 p.m. EST with a special YouTube live ...

The island of Kiritimati in Kiribati became the first place in the world to welcome 2026, kicking off global New Year ...

It’s possible to enjoy the sea, nature, good weather, laid-back lifestyle, and the other benefits of island life on a much lower budget than you’d need back home.

A former Samoa government minister says New Zealand paid the right amount of compensation for the Manawanui disaster.

Hawaiʻi State Energy Office in April became the Pacific Regional Partner for U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Technology ...

The Uganda Police Force has approved 2,385 applications for fireworks displays ahead of New Year 2026, authorising 10 licensed companies to conduct the displays on behalf of successful applicants ...