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US Supreme Court · United States

Map shows states where birthright citizenship still allowed in US

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The Supreme Court's decision to overturn universal injunctions will still mean his executive order is limited.See the Story

Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa

His Majesty the King Has Sent a Message of Best Wishes to His Majesty the King of Tonga.

His Majesty the King sent a message of congratulations to His Majesty the King of Tonga on the occasion of His Majesty's birthday, which falls on 4 July 2025, as follows: His Majesty King Tupou VI of Tonga, Nuku'alofa On the occasion of His Majesty's birthday, I would like to offer my sincere congratulations and best wishes for His Majesty's good health and happiness, as well as for the happiness and prosperity of the country and the people of T…Read Article

Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa

SPBD Tonga celebrates women’s microenterprise success over 15 years of service

Nuku'alofa, TongaSPBD Businesswoman of the Year (Tongatapu) Mrs. Kateni Telefoni of Ha’asini with Hon. Tatafu Moeaki and Mr. Greg Casagrande. QSM Hall, Nukuʻalofa. 20 June 2025. Photo: SPBD. South Pacific Business Development (SPBD) Tonga marked a significant milestone—15 years of dedicated service in the Kingdom of Tonga—with a grand celebration recognizing the remarkable achievements of female entrepreneurs at its Annual Business Women of the …Read Article

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Gale-Force Winds Rip Off MV 'Onemato's Bow Door, Forcing Emergency Return to Tongatapu

Nuku‘alofa, Tonga – The MV Onemato was forced to turn back to Tongatapu after powerful waves tore off its bow door while en route to ‘Eua. Despite the severe damage, no injuries were reported among passengers or crew. Shocking footage uploaded to Facebook by Lie Fifita shows the moment violent waves breached the vessel, flooding the […] The post Gale-force winds rip off MV ‘Onemato’s bow door, forcing emergency return to Tongatapu appeared first…Schwerin · SchwerinSee the Story

New leaked email rekindles ongoing dispute over Air NZ's Tonga operations as govt-media clash escalates

Nuku’alofa, Tonga – A leaked email has intensified tensions between the Tongan government and local media over conflicting claims about Air New Zealand’s future operations in the kingdom, as the government moves forward with its controversial plan to renationalise airport ground handling services.  The dispute erupted after Marian Kupu, a reporter for ABC in Tonga, repeatedly […] The post New leaked email rekindles ongoing dispute over Air NZ’s …Media · Nuku'alofaRead Article

Pacific Partnership 2025 Concludes Mission Stop in the Kingdom of Tonga, June 27, 2025

NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga – Pacific Partnership 2025 concluded its mission stop in Nuku’alofa, Tonga with a closing ceremony at the Tanoa International Dateline Hotel on June 27, 2025.Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofaRead Article

New Oceania Netball president is optimistic despite challenges

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Tonga's Salote Adi Lopaukamea Sisifa was confirmed as president at the 10th Oceania Netball annual general meeting in Nuku'alofa on Thursday.Oceania · Nuku'alofaRead Article

Dramatic drop in meth seizures; Police Minister points to crackdown success

Nuku’alofa, Tonga – Tonga’s Minister of Police, Piveni Piukala, yesterday revealed a staggering decline in methamphetamine seizures, citing it as evidence of the government’s intensified crackdown on drug trafficking. Tonga is grappling with an illicit drug crisis, a situation so severe that the King convened a symposium to implement enhanced strategies for combating rampant drug abuse. […] The post Dramatic drop in meth seizures; Police Ministe…Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofaRead Article

Pacific Partnership 2025 commences mission stop in Kingdom of Tonga

NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga (June 18, 2025) Capt. Mark B. Stefanik, right, mission commander of Pacific Partnership 2025 (PP-25), provides remarks during a nursing workshop at Vaiola Hospital as part of PP-25 in Nuku’Alofa, Tonga, June 18, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Moises Sandoval/Released) From MC2 Moises Sandoval, Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific Public Affairs, June 23, 2025  Pacific Partnership has returned to the Kingdom of Tonga to con…Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofaRead Article

Defying gale warnings, Ha'apai church prepares bountiful conference feast

Nuku’alofa, Tonga – Tonga remains under gale warnings as severe southeasterly winds persist across the island nation, coinciding with the final days of the Free Wesleyan Church’s annual conference in Ha’apai. The Tonga Meteorological Services has issued ongoing alerts for damaging winds and hazardous seas, urging residents to take precautions. Residents across Tonga can expect […] The post Defying gale warnings, Ha’apai church prepares bountiful…Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofaRead Article

Lulutai aircraft runway excursion blamed on hydraulic misdiagnosis, crew and maintenance failures

Over a year after Lulutai Airlines’ SAAB 340B (A3-PUA) veered off a Tongan airport taxiway and hit “a disused refuelling bund,” investigators have published their final report.   All three crew members and 35 passengers evacuated the aircraft without injury, but the aircraft sustained significant structural damage. It has since been repaired and returned to […] The post Lulutai aircraft runway excursion blamed on hydraulic misdiagnosis, crew and…Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofaRead Article

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