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Nation of Nauru officially changes name to Naoero
The Pacific island nation known as Nauru has officially changed its name to Naoero -- its native name. The government...
Nauru renames itself Republic of Naoero in identity push
31 July 2026 12:20 The Pacific island nation of Nauru, one of the world’s smallest states, has officially changed its...
Major oil companies scoop eye-watering profits US-Iran fighting balloons energy prices
The conflict, now in its sixth month, halted most shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that previously...
How Bird Droppings Made Nauru the World’s Richest Island—and Then Destroyed It
Birdsong in the morning feels peaceful. Bird droppings, however, are usually treated as nothing more than an unpleasant mess. But...
Emerging Asia stock gauges soar on boost from Seoul, Taipei
Emerging Asian equity market gauges logged their biggest one-day gain in more than 17 years on Friday, buoyed by a...
Myanmar-China excavation reveals new archaeological remains at Thatbyinnyu Temple
Myanmar-China excavation reveals new archaeological remains at Thatbyinnyu Temple Source link
President Whipps Outlines Progress, Challenges in State of the Republic Address
Overview: President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. highlighted Palau’s economic recovery, government reforms and investments in public services during his 2026...
ITLOS Seabed Disputes Chamber Prescribes Provisional Measures in NORI v. International Seabed Authority – ASIL
On July 18, 2026, the Seabed Disputes Chamber of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) delivered...
Court allows President’s PSC referral to proceed
Court allows President’s PSC referral to proceed Source link
Critical injuries after crash closes SH93 in Southland
A person has been airlifted to Dunedin Hospital after a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 93, with the highway expected...
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