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A Native Hawaiian leader is bringing traditional wisdom to international negotiations that could determine the future of the world's deepest ocean ecosystems. His presence marks a historic shift toward including Indigenous perspectives in global environmental decisions.
Across Hawaii, Guam, and American Samoa, volunteers make up more than 90% of the Red Cross workforce, creating a multigenerational culture of service. Meet the Alarcon family, where parents and two Gen Z kids teach lifesaving skills together.
In rugby's ultimate underdog story, Moana Pasifika defeated the Fijian Drua 40-26 in sweltering Lautoka heat, ending a nine-game home winning streak. Captain Miracle Faiilagi scored three tries in 17 minutes to lead his team to their first victory on Fijian soil.
New evidence reveals that when a 100-year drought hit Easter Island in 1550, communities didn't collapse. They adapted, creating new traditions and power structures that helped them survive.
Former All Black Augustine Pulu is back in New Zealand at 36, joining Moana Pasifika after a divine calling to inspire Pacific youth. The five-time father and decorated rugby veteran wants to give back to his community through one more shot at Super Rugby.
The Manuella family just became one of the first to arrive in Australia under a groundbreaking climate visa program for Tuvalu, a Pacific island nation threatened by rising seas. This world-first treaty opens doors for 280 Tuvaluans yearly to build new lives while keeping their culture alive.
While one-third of Pacific fish contain microplastics, new research reveals some island nations have cracked the code on keeping their waters clean. Vanuatu's fish show just 5% contamination, proving remote islands can protect their ocean food supply.
As cyclones devastate crops and cut off food supplies, remote villages in Vanuatu are reviving traditional taro farming that has kept their ancestors fed for thousands of years. The climate-resilient crop is proving to be their best defense against an uncertain future.