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environment 2024-12-23 06:41

Vanuatu experienced a magnitude-6.1 earthquake on December 22, exacerbating the effects of a previous 7.3-magnitude quake.
Approximately 20,000 individuals in Vanuatu are without clean water due to the destruction of reservoirs.
Urgent international aid and recovery efforts are underway, highlighting the fragility of this Pacific island nation's infrastructure.

environment 2024-12-18 02:18

Vanuatu's capital, Port Vila, experienced devastation after a magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck off its coast.
Rescue operations are ongoing, with concerns about water shortages and many people unaccounted for.
The international community is preparing to offer assistance, highlighting the country’s urgent need for aid.

politics 2024-12-12 22:38

The European Union revoked Vanuatu's visa-free travel agreement, marking a historic first.
The decision stemmed from concerns regarding Vanuatu's 'golden passport' scheme and its risks for security and money laundering.
This move highlights the EU's commitment to scrutinizing citizenship programs that may threaten security among its member states.

environment 2024-12-02 00:00

Ralph Regenvanu highlighted that only a few nations are largely responsible for climate change impacts.
The ICJ is conducting hearings with representatives from 98 nations addressing climate injustices.
The outcome could lead to legal ramifications for major contributors to climate crises.

politics, society, environment 2024-09-09 00:00

Vanuatu, Fiji, and Samoa proposed to the ICC to recognize ecocide as a crime, aiming to amend the Rome Statute.
The proposal seeks to hold individuals accountable for severe environmental damage, targeting polluting corporations and state leaders.
If successful, this recognition could lead to significant legal changes and increased accountability for environmental destruction.

environment, humanities, society, science 2024-09-07 00:00

Natuman, a tupunus in Tafea province, uses traditional knowledge to guide agricultural practices based on weather patterns.
Researchers are working with local communities to document Indigenous environmental knowledge and the links between language and nature.
The preservation of this knowledge is crucial for the survival of cultural heritage and adaptation to climate change.

international affairs, military conflicts, politics 2024-08-24 00:40

Kurt Campbell, US Deputy Secretary of State, to visit Vanuatu for Embassy Port Vila dedication.
Visit comes amid increasing Chinese military pressure in the Pacific region.
Symbolic move highlighting US commitment to Pacific island nations.

sport 2024-08-20 00:00

Darius Visser sets a new T20I record with 39 runs in one over against Vanuatu.
The extraordinary performance took place at a T20 World Cup qualifier in Apia.
Visser's achievement surpassed the previous record by three runs, creating a buzz in the cricket world.

environment 2024-08-14 00:00

Rising ocean levels due to the climate crisis are contaminating Vanuatu's water.
The Pacific Ocean encroaching on the archipelago is making the water increasingly unsafe to drink.
Vanuatu faces a water quality crisis as salty ocean water infiltrates its wells.

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