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ANZ successful integration with Instant Funds Transfer
Talamua
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June 24, 2025
Apia, Samoa – 24 June 2025 – ANZ has announce its successful integration with the Instant Funds Transfer (IFT) functionality of the Samoa Automated Transfer System (SATS), marking a significant milestone in the evolution of digital banking...
Tourism’s role in peace and prosperity
Newsroom
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July 4, 2025
The Nobel Peace Prize has been won by presidents, fighters for the oppressed, people who’ve changed history and put their lives on the line for a cause. So when Washington-based Auckland-educated Lelei Tuisamoa Lelaulu found out he’d been...
Coca-Cola and Samoan recyclers report collection of 80,000 bottles and cans
Packaging Europe
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Over 80,000 used PET bottles and aluminium cans have reportedly been collected via Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) and Samoa and Tokelau Association of Recyclers (S.T.A.R.)’s collection and segregation initiative this month. The Return and...
In hard fought title claim case, even pronunciation is contested
Telegraph-Journal
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July 1, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links New Brunswick The Issues First Nations Wolastoqey Nation lines up against several private firms who don't see eye to eye on legal arguments Author of the article: John Chilibeck • Local Journalism Initiative reporter...
Central Bank activates Instant Funds Transfer
Talamua
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June 23, 2025
Apia, Samoa – 23 June 2025 – The Central Bank of Samoa today activated the Instant Funds Transfer (IFT) functionality of the Samoa Automated Transfer System (SATS) – the national digital payment system that was launched 16 May 2023. In a...
KALW Almanac - Friday July 4, 2025
KALW - California
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Today is Friday, the 4th of July of 2025, July 4 is the 185th day of the year 180 days remain until the end of the year. 80 days until autumn begins The sun will rise in San Francisco at 5:53:23 am and sunset will be at 8:35:15 pm. We will have 14...
I've followed the PM wherever he goes in his first year in office - here's what I've observed
Sky News
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July 4, 2025
July 5 2024, 1pm: I remember the moment so clearly. Keir Starmer stepped out of his sleek black car, grasped the hand of his wife Vic, dressed in Labour red, and walked towards a jubilant crowd of Labour staffers, activists and MPs waving union...
Townsend’s calculated gamble: Scotland’s youth against Maori All Blacks
The Times
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There is a necessary element of jeopardy in Gregor Townsend’s selection of the Scotland squad to play the Maori All Blacks in Whangarei, New Zealand, on Saturday. Naturally, the national coach wants to get the three-match Pacific tour off to a...
Leiu hopes for Anoamaa No.2 ticket
Samoa Observer
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The Faatuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi party has endorsed Leiu Lamositele Ioane Sio to challenge the Anoamaa No.2 seat. The seat was held by the Human Rights Protection deputy leader, Lauofo Fonotoe Pierre. Leiu won’t be the only candidate from the...
Government spending is set to become tighter
Samoa Observer
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Critical. That is how the state of the nation is, beginning this new financial year. It is comparable to the country being a patient in a hospital ward who has been transferred to the intensive care unit. No other analogy best describes the...
Māori Youth Story Earns Film Festival Recognition
Scoop
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Monday, 23 June 2025, 7:45 am Press Release: Puti Film An award-winning short film, honouring the resilience of Māori youth, has been named a finalist at the Whānau Mārama - New Zealand International Film Festival. Mia Van Oyen in the powerful...
The antivaccine movement threatens health in the US and worldwide
British Medical Journal
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Anna Kirkland, Kim Lane Scheppele collegiate professor of women’s and gender studies1, Scott L Greer, professor of health management and policy2 1University of Michigan 2University of Michigan School of Public Health Robert F Kennedy Jr and others...
Letters to the Editor | July 4, 2025
The Fiji Times
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July 3, 2025
Weed tops drug-related cases! Speaking during the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (IDADAIT), Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu revealed that Fiji recorded more than 2400 drug-related cases in just 12 months, with the...
New visa offers lifeline for Tuvaluans amid global climate crisis
Pacific Media Network
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Pacific Islanders, especially those from the climate-threatened nation of Tuvalu, are taking advantage of Australia’s new resettlement aimed at helping people affected by climate change. The move is part of a special agreement called the Falepili...
Jonathan LaPaglia's wife speaks out after his brutal axing from Survivor Australia and slams Channel Ten: 'He doesn't deserve this'
Daily Mail
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July 4, 2025
The wife of Australian Survivor host Jonathan LaPaglia has broken her silence after his brutal axing by Channel 10. Jonathan appeared to take a dig at his rumoured replacement, David Genat, in an Instagram post made earlier this week as the...
Australian Survivor host Jonathan LaPaglia's telling dig at his replacement after he is fired over email
Daily Mail
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July 3, 2025
Australian Survivor host Jonathan LaPaglia appears to have taken a dig at his rumoured replacement, David Genat. The 55-year-old took to Instagram earlier this week to express his hurt at being punted from the hit show, but it was the way he...
Gregor Townsend refuses to be drawn on extending Scotland reign... insisting that 'it's not really been discussed' despite chief executive's enthusiasm for him to stay on
Daily Mail
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July 3, 2025
Gregor Townsend remains tight-lipped over his future as Scotland head coach ahead of their summer tour getting under way in New Zealand this weekend. Scotland will face the Maori All Blacks in Whangarei on Saturday, before travelling to face Fiji...
Va'aaoao eyes Gagaemauga No.1 seat
Samoa Observer
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Businessman, farmer, and former agriculture leader Va'aaoao Salu Alofipo is contesting the Gagaemauga No.1 seat for the Fa’atuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi (FAST) Party in his second attempt after previously running in 2021. The 66-year-old...
Shaun Wane gives blunt response on reason for Hull KR star's England snub
Hull Live
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July 3, 2025
England boss Shaun Wane is a fan of Hull KR’s Dean Hadley - but still has nagging doubts about his international quality. The uncapped Robins forward, at home at back-row, prop or loose forward, is enjoying a stellar season for the Super League...
Young star rising: Hildegard Matthes making waves at FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League - Oceania
FIBA Basketball
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KOROR (Palau) - She's been a familiar face in Samoan basketball for a few years, but the rise of Hildegard Matthes feels like it’s just beginning. “ I keep pushing myself. It's not all about age - it's about the skills. Hildegard Matthes At just...