Footballer sues CIFA for $1 million Fiji TimesRAROTONGA, 21 MAY 2019 (COOK ISLANDS NEWS) – A footballer is suing the Football Association for NZD$1 million (approx US$653,700), claiming he was ... - 30 mins ago, 20 May 19, 8:34am -
Speaker to pay off class' student loans - News Asheboro Courier TribuneATLANTA — Billionaire Robert F. Smith, who received an honorary doctorate at Morehouse College's Sunday morning graduation exercises, had already ... - 45 mins ago, 20 May 19, 8:19am -
EU cites threats to women, democracy in Pacific POST-COURIERSUVA: The EU says democracy, civil society and the press are under growing threat, including in the Pacific. The findings came in the body's annual report on ... - 2 hours ago, 20 May 19, 7:23am -
Two cops out on bail after dagga arrest Corridor GazetteTONGA – Two police officers, from the KaMhlushwa Police Station, were granted R500 bail last Monday after they were arrested around 17:20 on the previous ... - 2 hours ago, 20 May 19, 6:53am -
Israel Folau weighs his options after sacking from Wallabies The TabletFolau: 'Upholding my religious beliefs should not prevent my ability to work or play for my club and country'. Israel Folau weighs his options after sacking from ... - 3 hours ago, 20 May 19, 5:50am -
Court to deliver decision on appeal against discharge of four charges against Tonga's Lord Tu'ivakanō One Papua New GuineaA court decision on an appeal against a ruling by a Magistrate discharging four counts against former Tongan Prime Minister… - 3 hours ago, 20 May 19, 5:35am -
32 Shades of a ‘Masta’ Drink: Why Sujata Mastani Is Pune’s Favourite Summer Staple! The Better IndiaPune: Mastani, a dessert that is a combination of milkshake & ice cream is a summertime favourite of Puneris. Sujata Mastani has become its i… - 4 hours ago, 20 May 19, 4:35am -
LDS President Nelson visiting Tonga May 23 Matangi TongaThe head of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, President Russell M. Nelson will visit Tonga this week, on 23 May. - 9 hours ago, 20 May 19, 12:15am -
New Zealand to help Tonga increase voter turnout Matangi TongaIncreasing the number of voters in Tonga's elections is one of the main aims of a new NZD$1.5m three-year program signed under a Memorandum of ... - 10 hours ago, 19 May 19, 11:29pm -
PM returns to work Matangi TongaTonga's Prime Minister Hon Samuela 'Akilisi Pohiva was reported to be back at work on May 20 in Nuku'alofa, after returning from New Zealand. - 10 hours ago, 19 May 19, 11:00pm -
Earthquake info : M5.0 earthquake on Mon, 20 May 04:15:54 UTC / south of Tonga - VolcanoDiscoveryDate & time: Mon, 20 May 04:15:54 UTC - 1556752074258 seconds ago. Local time at epicenter: 2019-05-20 04:15:54 UTC Magnitude: 5.0. Depth: 10.0 km - 10 hours ago, 19 May 19, 10:40pm -
Cabinet Ministers Court cases pending Matangi TongaThe cases against two Tongan Cabinet Ministers, one over a stolen cow and the other disobeying a Port Master's direction in regards to his vessels, remain ... - 11 hours ago, 19 May 19, 10:34pm -
No warm welcome back for Wauchope Great Lakes AdvocateThe Forster Tuncurry Dolphins trounced the Wauchope Thunder in their first match-up since Wauchope returned to Lower Mid North Coast Rugby. - 15 hours ago, 19 May 19, 6:30pm -
WWE News: Karl Anderson Shares Photo With Tama Tonga, Canvas 2 Canvas Has ABCs of WWE, Aleister Black and Tom Phillips Celebrate Birthdays 411mania.comKarl Anderson hangs out with Tama Tonga this weekend. Canvas 2 Canvas showcases the ABCs of WWE,… - 20 hours ago, 19 May 19, 1:08pm -
Morehouse commencement speaker to pay off Class of 2019’s student loans Atlanta Journal ConstitutionAt Morehouse graduation, philanthropist Robert F. Smith has big surprise announcement. His his family is providing a grant to eliminate the stude… - 20 hours ago, 19 May 19, 12:56pm -
From Royal Bride to New Mom: Look Back at Meghan Markle's First Year as the Duchess of Sussex! PEOPLE.comThe Duchess of Sussex's first year as a royal has been full of firsts, from her first child to her first appearance on the Buckingham Palace b… - 1 day ago, 19 May 19, 5:00am -
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Wedding Anniversary: 20 Must See Pictures News18On the occasion of Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first wedding anniversary, We take a look at some of Harry-Meghan's favourite images. - 1 day ago, 19 May 19, 12:26am -
Ocean Explorer Victor Vescovo Completes Deepest-Ever Dive In Mariana Trench Tech TimesAn ocean explorer from Dallas, Texas has set the newest world record for deepest dive ever completed in the Mariana Trench. Setting their sights on the deepest .… - 2 days ago, 18 May 19, 7:19pm -
In Pictures: First year of marriage for Meghan and Harry ITV NewsIn the 12 months since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle married in Windsor, they have had an eventful year. The Duchess of Sussex went on her first solo ... - 2 days ago, 18 May 19, 5:04pm -
Church News: In his '10th decade of life,' President Nelson shares 10 spiritual truths at first Pacific tour stop Deseret NewsKAILUA-KONA, Hawaii — Now in his “10th decade of life,” President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ o… - 3 days ago, 17 May 19, 8:24am -
The Ring of Fire: How volcanoes, earthquakes affect millions National GeographicExplore the regions around the Pacific where Earth's inner workings put millions of people at risk. - 3 days ago, 17 May 19, 1:45am -
PM to return to Tonga at weekend Matangi TongaTonga's Prime Minister Hon. 'Akilisi Pohiva is expected to return to Tonga from New Zealand this weekend, after being away for five weeks for medical treatment. - 3 days ago, 16 May 19, 11:02pm -
Australian Defence Force strengthens sporting ties in Tonga Mirage NewsThe Australian Defence Force Rugby League (ADF RL) has completed a successful tour in Tonga, where ADF personnel conducted training and coaching ... - 3 days ago, 16 May 19, 10:37pm -
Dry weather ahead for Tonga Matangi TongaDrier weather has been forecast for most of Tonga up to July, except for Niuafo'ou, with the dry season starting on 1 May. - 3 days ago, 16 May 19, 10:17pm -
Princess Angelika represented Tonga at coronation of Thai king Matangi TongaHRH Princess Angelika Latufuipeka Tuku'aho represented Tonga at the coronation of King Maha Vajralongkom Bodindradebayararangkun of Thailand in ... - 3 days ago, 16 May 19, 10:02pm -
Tongan alphabet flashcards assist early literacy skills Matangi TongaChildren with specific learning needs will be helped with early literacy skills development using Tongan language alphabet flashcards developed for the schools ... - 4 days ago, 16 May 19, 4:52pm -
A simple Tongan boy in the US army Fiji TimesGROWING up in Tonga as a young boy, Eleveni Latu knew that he would one day migrate to the US where his father lived and worked. In 1972, just after ... - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 4:20pm -
Tonga powerhouse commits long-term future to Brisbane Love Rugby LeagueTonga international Joe Ofahengaue has has signed a new deal with Brisbane that will keep him at the club until the end of 2022. The 23-year-old forward has ... - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 1:33am -
Members of British Royal Family Meeting Other Royals From All Over World HarpersBAZAAR.comFrom Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's royal tour of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and the Kingdom of Tonga, to the many trips Queen Elizabeth and Pr… - 6 days ago, 14 May 19, 9:27am -
Two policemen and a health dept employee arrested for dagga LowvelderTwo policemen, a sergeant and a constable, were arrested on Friday after they were found in possession of three large bags of dagga. - 6 days ago, 14 May 19, 6:28am -
Equinor to acquire Shell’s stake in Caesar Tonga oil field for $965m CompeloEquinor will increase its stake in the producing Caesar Tonga oil field in the US Gulf of Mexico by 22.45% through a $965m all-cash deal with Shell. - 6 days ago, 14 May 19, 12:14am -
Deepest underwater dive in human history finds plastic on ocean floor SBSExplorers fear plastic waste is spreading to the depths of the ocean after discovering rubbish on the deepest underwater dive in human history. - 7 days ago, 13 May 19, 3:45pm -
Equinor claims Shell's Caesar Tonga stake Oil & Gas JournalEquinor said it will increase its interest in deepwater Caesar Tonga oil field in the Gulf of Mexico to 46% by exercising a preferential right to acquire Shell ... - 7 days ago, 13 May 19, 11:42am -
Shared passion for rugby unites Tongan and Australian forces Mirage NewsThe one week tour of Tonga by Australian Army Rugby Union (AARU) culminated on game day, with matches between the men's and women's elite defence ... - 7 days ago, 13 May 19, 12:19am -
World Bank approves US$4.65M for digital access to Tonga public services Matangi TongaTongans will soon benefit from improved digital access to key public services, including significant upgrades to Tonga's civil registration and national ID syste… - 9 days ago, 11 May 19, 1:00am -
VIDEO: Tongan Thor's subtle set-up confirms as an alpha prop despite his age Rugby OnSlaughtThe Reds slumped to a 30-24 against the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday, bringing an end to their two-match winning streak. However, that does not mean that… - 10 days ago, 10 May 19, 2:46pm -
Tongan public services set for digital upgrade Scoop.co.nzTongan public services set for digital upgrade. World Bank supported project to strengthen digital access and advance legal identity. WASHINGTON, May 9 ... - 11 days ago, 9 May 19, 7:52pm -
China's Second Belt Road Forum marked in Tonga Matangi TongaTonga's participation at the Second Belt Road Forum 26-27 April, was commemorated with a reception at the Chinese Embassy, Nuku'alofa on Wednesday ... - 11 days ago, 9 May 19, 1:00am -
'I think he would get a lot of satisfaction out of playing for Tonga' RugbyPassWallabies legend Toutai Kefu says he would “definitely” approach Israel Folau to play for Tonga if Rugby Australia tears up the 30-year-old's contract and the ... - 11 days ago, 9 May 19, 1:00am -
Radio Voice of Tonga – strong on the airwaves since 1985 The International ExaminerThe Tongan community within the greater Seattle area has found a way to stay connected with each other through the power of radio. The Voice of Tonga/The ... - 14 days ago, 6 May 19, 4:00am -
Bronze medals for Tonga at first Oceania Para Table Tennis Championships Matangi TongaTonga's para athletes (wheelchair), Siaosi Vaka, and Satua Ngungutau won three bronze medals between them at the Oceania Para Table Tennis ... - 14 days ago, 6 May 19, 1:00am -
Brisbane Tongan community supports kava import pilot program Matangi TongaBrisbane's Tongan Community have more than ten kava clubs who meet regularly. President of the Brisbane Tongan Community steering committee, Rev. - 14 days ago, 6 May 19, 1:00am -
Can Tonga grow its economy? Matangi TongaCan Tonga grow its economy? Asked if it was possible I would answer with a resounding Yes! There may be a need for some outside help, but there is an ... - 14 days ago, 6 May 19, 1:00am -
Manase Fainu to decide between Tonga, New Zealand and Australia NRL.COMManly hooker Manase Fainu is set to end a three-way battle over his representative eligibility by deciding between Tonga, New Zealand and Australia over the ... - 14 days ago, 6 May 19, 1:00am -
Police concerned about Auckland man Kafovalu Tonga, missing since May 1 Stuff.co.nzPolice are concerned for the wellbeing of an Auckland man who has been missing for a week. - 16 days ago, 4 May 19, 1:00am -
Folau backlash faced in the Christian Tongan communities New Zealand HeraldThe Israel Folau furore has sent many in the devout Tongan community into hiding. They're a community firm in their beliefs, now forced to be reluctant in ... - 16 days ago, 4 May 19, 1:00am -
Tonga workshop addresses “habits of failures” in project delivery Matangi TongaA workshop to address issues that hinder the delivery of World Bank funded projects in Tonga was opened this morning, 3 May, by the Acting Minister for ... - 17 days ago, 3 May 19, 1:00am -
Tonga only Pacific Is country in China's Belt and Road Energy Partnership Matangi TongaTonga's Energy Minister Hon. Poasi Tei in Beijing, China, recently thanked the Government of China for donating the 2.25 Megawatt wind power station in ... - 17 days ago, 3 May 19, 1:00am -
Smuggled firearms and ammunition a concern for Tonga Police Matangi TongaPolice are concerned with a significant amount of firearms and ammunition that have been smuggled into Tonga and the risks they pose to community safety, ... - 17 days ago, 3 May 19, 1:00am -
Tonga's mangroves project led by community members - Tonga ReliefWebEnglish News and Press Release on Tonga about Climate Change and Environment and Disaster Management; published on 02 May 2019 by Govt. Tonga. - 18 days ago, 2 May 19, 1:00am -
Kerevi: Tongan Thor has got just one job RugbyPassHe's capable of ridiculous on-field feats, but it's the simple things that Taniela Tupou must nail in a crucial month of Super Rugby for the Queensland Reds. - 18 days ago, 2 May 19, 1:00am -
Israel Folau: Tonga coach Toutai Kefu '100 per cent' stands by Wallabies fullback Stuff.co.nzTonga coach and former Wallabies No 8 Toutai Kefu said he "100 per cent" stands by Israel Folau but questioned whether he expressed his controversial view… - 18 days ago, 2 May 19, 1:00am -
Sri Lankan in Tonga on fake passport facing deportation Radio New ZealandA Sri lankan man has been given a two year suspended jail term by the Supreme Court of Tonga for entering the country using forged documents. - 19 days ago, 1 May 19, 1:00am -
Tonga Research Association calls for papers on concept of “Langafonua” Matangi TongaThe Tonga Research Association (TRA) is calling for academic papers or stories based around the subject of 'Langafonua' or 'community' in any area of Tongan ..… - 19 days ago, 1 May 19, 1:00am -
French-based media company withdraw legal action against Tonga Rugby Union BreakingNews.ieA legal dispute that threatened to have "serious implications" on the Pacific Island nation of Tonga's preparations for this year's Rugby World Cup has been… - 19 days ago, 1 May 19, 1:00am -
The show has already released its first season with the second season about to be released. It includes 12 episodes shot in Tonga, Vanuatu, Fiji and Samoa. The PIFR show is shown in 27 Pacific Island ... - 7 hours ago, 20 May 19, 1:50am -
Art major Charles Releford III also has numerous siblings, and his mother, Tonga, wants them all to be part of the "Spelhouse family," meaning they hope to attend Morehouse or the nearby all-women's ... - 7 hours ago, 20 May 19, 1:49am -
Art major Charles Releford III also has numerous siblings, and his mother, Tonga, wants them all to be part of the “Spelhouse family,” meaning they hope to attend Morehouse or the nearby all ... - 7 hours ago, 20 May 19, 1:39am -
tell me what you thought when you heard that and how this will change your son's life, do you think?" Camerota asked Tonga Releford. ↓ Story continues below ↓ "As a parent, we were all overwhelmed and ... - 8 hours ago, 20 May 19, 1:21am -
The report said discrimination against women and domestic violence were an ongoing problem in several Pacific countries and especially in Tuvalu and Tonga, aided by a culture of silence and ... - 9 hours ago, 20 May 19, 12:27am -
He began his career by working in an incense stick producing unit and slowly climbed up the ladder to buy a tonga. He eventually set up a pan shop in Sadashiv Peth. The Peth had always been the heart ... - 11 hours ago, 19 May 19, 9:41pm -
Tonga Releford, whose son Charles Releford III graduated from Morehouse on Sunday, estimated that he owes about $70,000 in student loans. “I feel like it’s Mother’s Day all over again,” she told the ... - 12 hours ago, 19 May 19, 9:02pm -
Tonga Releford, whose son Charles Releford III is a member of the Class of 2019, estimates that his student loans are about $70,000. “I feel like it’s Mother’s Day all over again,” she said. ... - 12 hours ago, 19 May 19, 8:42pm -
The pregnancy was announced publicly just three days later when Harry and Meghan were starting their official tour to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga. A delighted Harry called the baby “our ... - 13 hours ago, 19 May 19, 8:05pm -
“This is my class,” Smith said, “and I know my class will pay this forward.” According to the AJC, Tonga Releford, whose son Charles graduated with the class of 2019, estimated her son’s student debt ... - 14 hours ago, 19 May 19, 7:32pm -
A moderate earthquake magnitude 5 (ml/mb) strikes South of Tonga (0 miles) on Sunday. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km (6 miles) below the earth’s surface. The temblor was picked up at ... - 17 hours ago, 19 May 19, 3:52pm -
The government has criticised the role of a Parliamentary committee in leading a public consultation on six new Bills it submitted to Parliament recently. The Bills have been labelled as urgent, which meant the House should have tabled them without p… - 15 hours ago, 19 May 19, 6:24pm -
By Edward Gay, stuff.co.nz The Crown says a syndicate that was importing methamphetamine into New Zealand from the US, had contacts working for them inside Customs or New Zealand Post at Auckland International Airport. Tevita Matangi Fangupo, Tevita… - 1 day ago, 19 May 19, 7:32am -
The Minister of Police Hon. Mateni Tapueluelu said one of the drug lords in Tonga had been arrested, although he did not name or specify them. He said Police were moving closer to arresting more drugs lords in Tonga. He said most of the drugs arrests… - 1 day ago, 19 May 19, 1:38am -
(BBC) Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has thanked voters for re-electing his conservative coalition in a shock result at the federal polls. He told supporters he had “always believed in miracles” as partial results showed the Liberal-Nat… - 2 days ago, 18 May 19, 9:00pm -
26th September, 2018 The findings of a pilot programme dubbed as Views from the Frontline (VFL) were presented to the stakeholders in a meeting today at the National Emergency Management Office conference room. The meeting was opened by His Eminence… - 25 Sep 18, 3:34pm -
26th September, 2018 In preparation for the 14th Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), a preparatory meeting was conducted for the Pacific Islands Region over three days from the 24-26 September 2018 in Sa… - 25 Sep 18, 3:07pm -
25th September, 2018 The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) through the Social Protection and Disability Division conducted its Annual Caregivers Training today at Basilica’s Conference Room. The training aims to ensure that carers’ of persons w… - 24 Sep 18, 10:22pm -
25th September, 2018 The Tonga Rural Innovation Project II (or TRIP II) was launched today at the Tanoa Hotel. The T$24.0 million project is a product of a strategic partnership between the Government of Tonga, the International Fund for Agricultur… - 24 Sep 18, 5:09pm -
25th September, 2018 Police in Vava’u executed a search warrant and seized 2,665 cannabis plants from a bush alottment in Vava’u yesterday Monday 24th of September 2018, after information was received relating to cannabis plants being cultivate… - 24 Sep 18, 4:30pm -
24th September, 2018 A search warrant executed by Police on Saturday 22 September 2018 at a bush allotment in Malapo, resulted in the arrest of 10 people, 7 males and 3 females with 96 packets of cannabis and cash.“Tonga Police are committed to d… - 23 Sep 18, 9:34pm -
21st September, 2018 Biogas generation using agriculture and animal products has promising potential for Tonga and the Pacific Islands, if pursued through a well-defined circular economy strategy. This was the conclusion of a 4 day visit jointly o… - 20 Sep 18, 9:23pm -
19th September 2018 The GOT has approved to reform the petroleum sub-sector and invest in the constructing of additional new petroleum storage facilities, and modify the petroleum storage ownership business models to allow and encourage competition… - 20 Sep 18, 9:12pm -
21st September 2018 On Monday 17 September 2018 a 35 year-old off-duty police officer was arrested at a house in Pelehake, after police received a complaint from the owner that a person had entered their house without permission.The police officer… - 20 Sep 18, 7:28pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 16/05/2019 The first consultations in Tongatapu on the six bills proposed by the Government was held at Kolonga and Fua’amotu and majority opposed the bills.Read More - 4 days ago, 16 May 19, 3:47pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 16/05/2019 The Malimali Program under the Dental Department of the Ministry of Health has been running for 20 years now, and they have seen aRead More - 4 days ago, 16 May 19, 3:46pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 16/05/2019 For years now, the villages along the Eastern District have been struggling with the increasing impacts of climate change. One of these villages –Read More - 4 days ago, 16 May 19, 3:44pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 15/05/2019 The Salote Pilolevu Airport will be repaired in September after the design for the runway was completed and submitted to the Ministry of Infrastructure.Read More - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 3:33pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 15/05/2019 The Department of Environment under the Ministry of MEIDECC has kicked off a “Trash Challenge” competition as part of their initiatives leading up toRead More - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 3:32pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 15/05/2019 Donguan province of China this afternoon donated 50 solar street lamps to the Ministry of Tourism. Signing from the Government of Tonga was theRead More - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 3:28pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 14/05/2019 Most of the attendants of the public consultation in the Foa district last night supported the six bills proposed by the Government after theRead More - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 2:42pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 14/05/2019 The Minister of Internal Affairs – Dr. Saia Piukala this morning urged the related stakeholders to address the issues face by the youth ofRead More - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 2:40pm -
Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 14/05/2019 The Minister of Agriculture – Losaline Ma’asi is hoping that mushrooms can become a food source for many Tongans following a training on mushroomsRead More - 5 days ago, 15 May 19, 2:38pm -
