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World’s largest coral discovered in Pacific near Solomon Islands
Scientists say coral ‘pulsing with life and colour’ is 300 years old and three times larger than previous record holder.
Pacific atolls face $10 billion cost of rising sea, says World Bank
Adapting to a sea level rise of up to 0.5 metres (1.64 feet) will cost the three most vulnerable Pacific atoll nations nearly ...
US Ally in Pacific Says China Trespassing in Waters
The tiny Pacific Island nation of Palau says China continues to intrude into its maritime zone. "We keep on raising flags and ...
Palau President Says China Flouting Its Ocean Boundaries
Palau's president has accused China of flouting the Pacific nation's maritime borders, raising concerns about research vessels lurking "uninvited" within its waters.
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How a 16th Century Conquest Marked the Beginning of Globalisation
An engaging account by Roger Crowley of the early trade wars between Spain and Portugal serves as a reminder of how money, greed and exploitation continues to shape the world ...