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A PhD student spotted an unusual shark crawling along the seafloor in Papua New Guinea and realized she'd found a species new to science. The discovery adds to our understanding of these unique paddle-finned creatures that "walk" across coral reefs.
Six New Zealand military experts joined forces with seven other nations this month to safely destroy 2,200 explosive remnants from World War II that have threatened Papua New Guinea communities for over 80 years. The multinational team successfully removed 7,550kg of dangerous munitions from the East New Britain province, making the region safer for thousands of families. #
Papua New Guinea cut malaria deaths from 13 per 100,000 people to just 1 using only existing tools like bed nets, rapid tests, and treatment. The island nation, which accounts for 90% of malaria cases in the Western Pacific, proves that coordinated action saves lives even without new technology.
Mark Palm survived B-cell lymphoma and found healing through pickleball. Now he's competing at the U.S. Open while running a life-saving medical flight program that brings emergency care to 200,000 people in remote Papua New Guinea.
Papua New Guinea just established a marine protected area spanning 77,000 square miles in the legendary Coral Triangle. The move protects one of Earth's healthiest coral ecosystems while helping rebuild fish populations for local communities.
Papua New Guinea's women's soccer team made history with a 1-0 victory over American Samoa, reaching their first ever FIFA Women's World Cup qualifying final. One goal was all it took to secure their spot in Wednesday's championship match and guarantee a chance at reaching the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
A Carlsbad pilot who survived cancer now flies life-saving medical missions in Papua New Guinea and is competing in pickleball championships. His journey from patient to hero shows how beating adversity can fuel a mission to help others.
Papua New Guinea's entire film archive was melting away in tropical heat and floods. Now, an Australian partnership has rescued these cultural treasures and trained locals to protect them for future generations.
Twenty-nine major international banks have declined to fund a massive liquefied natural gas project in Papua New Guinea, citing environmental and human rights concerns. The decision marks a significant shift in how financial institutions evaluate infrastructure projects in vulnerable ecosystems.
Two tribal groups in Papua New Guinea's Enga Province signed a historic peace agreement after more than a year of deadly conflict. Both sides agreed to surrender all firearms and ammunition, marking a turning point for communities torn apart by violence.
Papua New Guinea just announced protection for 82,600 square miles of the Bismarck Sea, creating Melanesia's largest no-take marine sanctuary. Scientists tracked sharks to design boundaries that will actually boost fishing nearby.
Vanessa and Bradley Ambuk made history for their family by graduating together from Divine Word University in Madang, Papua New Guinea. Their achievement represents years of perseverance and unwavering family support.
A woman born near a toxic abandoned mine forced one of the world's largest mining companies to finally clean up the environmental devastation left behind. Her victory shows that even the most powerful corporations can be held accountable when communities unite.
Scientists spotted a rare underwater volcano erupting in the Bismarck Sea, revealing secrets about Earth's hidden geological activity. Floating pumice rafts and satellite images are giving researchers an unprecedented look at the planet's mysterious submarine volcanic network. #
When medical students warned that their hospital was running dangerously low on blood, a youth group decided to donate instead of just talking about it. The O'hana Foundation organized a blood drive that brought 13 donors to replenish critical supplies at Modilon Hospital in Madang.
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Scientists rediscovered two marsupial species on New Guinea that were thought to have vanished 6,000 years ago. Working with Indigenous communities, researchers found living pygmy long-fingered possums and ring-tailed gliders, making history with an unprecedented double "Lazarus species" discovery.
A research team in Papua New Guinea has discovered a brand new species of shark that waddles across shallow reefs on its fins like feet. The three-foot shark, named after the scientist who found it, brings hope for ocean biodiversity and local conservation efforts.
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New Zealand Cricket just made history by requiring a new professional league to include women's competition before they'll approve it. The move puts gender equality at the center of the country's biggest cricket overhaul in 21 years.
Two marsupial species scientists thought were extinct for 6,000 years are alive in Papua's forests, thanks to Indigenous elders who knew they were there all along. The discovery highlights how traditional knowledge can reshape what science thinks it knows.
A Temple University researcher discovered a wildflower species that exists nowhere else on Earth, hiding in plain sight in New Jersey's Pine Barrens for thousands of years. The finding could secure new protections for the rare plant.
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