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Taiwan’s presence at Pacific forum draws China warning of 'consequences'- In 1993, Taiwan collected 70% of its trash while recycling virtually none. 33 years later, paid bags, musical trucks and sorting helped drive recycling to 55% nationwide
- China’s Pacific push gets a boost as key leaders skip island forum
- Great power rivalry threatens to overshadow a summit of some of the world's smallest island nationsAt the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, leaders of small island nations are gathering to navigate their geopolitical landscape amidst fierce...31 Aug, 2026, 09.45 AM IST
- In 1966, Marlon Brando bought a remote Pacific atoll after filming ‘Mutiny on the Bounty’; today, its protected beaches are a major nesting site where 15,614 green turtle hatchlings were recorded in one seasonMarlon Brando bought a Polynesian atoll named Tetiaroa after discovering it while filming Mutiny on the Bounty. More than five decades late...31 Aug, 2026, 07.26 AM IST
- In 1704, Alexander Selkirk was marooned on a Pacific island for over 4 years. 15 years later, Daniel Defoe published Robinson Crusoe, making his survival story a classicAlexander Selkirk was a Scottish sailor whose extraordinary experience of isolation became closely connected with Daniel Defoe’s famous nov...30 Aug, 2026, 12.15 AM IST
- China’s GJ-21 stealth drone spotted as 40,000-tonne Sichuan drone ship nears trialsChina’s GJ-21 naval stealth attack drone has been seen in videos that appear to show flight testing in Liaoning province, according to SCMP...29 Aug, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
- In 2012, Alaska counted 58 pigeon guillemots on Naked Island as mink threatened nests. 11 years later following restoration, their numbers had jumped nearly 400%, reaching 288 birds in 2023Pigeon guillemot numbers on Alaska's Naked Island Group have significantly increased. This recovery followed a multiyear effort to remove i...29 Aug, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
- Rotating garbage island bigger than many countries is floating in Pacific: This 1.6 million sq km patch contains 1.8 trillion pieces of plastic & is causing serious harm to natureThe Great Pacific Garbage Patch represents a vast area of ocean pollution, containing trillions of plastic pieces and thousands of tonnes o...28 Aug, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- Jeff Bezos’ wife Lauren Sánchez’s journey from a teenage job at a New Mexico water park to luxury expeditions across the world’s oceans has come into focus nearly four decades later, with her latest Galápagos trip drawing fresh attentionJeff Bezos’ wife Lauren Sanchez's conservation work in the Galápagos Islands contrasts sharply with her past. She previously worked at a Ne...27 Aug, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
- He spent 16 years alone on one of world’s most remote islands: With two cats, chickens, a radio and basic supplies, this New Zealand sailor built a life in complete solitudeTom Neale spent an incredible 16 years living alone on Suwarrow Atoll, growing his own food and repairing shelters with resources available...27 Aug, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
- New installations emerge on islet as China accelerates South China Sea build-upNew military installations have been sighted on an islet near Antelope Reef. Analysts believe China is building its largest military base t...25 Aug, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
- Taiwan indicts nine over alleged illegal export of AI servers to ChinaTaiwan prosecutors said on Monday they indicted nine people, including employees of Nvidia and Super Micro, accused of illegal export of ar...24 Aug, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
- Trump's North Korea gambit tests US ties with Asian partners, including IndiaTrump’s outreach to North Korea is unsettling US allies across Asia, with Japan, Taiwan and India reassessing Washington’s security commitm...24 Aug, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
- US Navy aircraft transits Taiwan Strait before planned Xi-Trump meetingA US Navy aircraft transited the Taiwan Strait, asserting international law. China's military monitored the patrol aircraft throughout its ...22 Aug, 2026, 06.49 AM IST
- In 1990s, Samoa released a predatory flatworm as a weapon against giant African land snails. 49 years later, the predator has outlived its original target-control mission and threatens native snails insteadThe introduction of the predatory flatworm, Platydemus manokwari, to Samoa aimed to tackle the invasive giant African snails. However, this...21 Aug, 2026, 10.49 PM IST
- Taiwan proposes record USD 35B defence budget for 2027 as China's military pressure growsTaiwan plans a record defense budget to counter China's military threats. This significant increase signals intensified efforts to deter po...20 Aug, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
- Why Taiwan and the South China Sea are two sides of the same strategic coinTaiwan and the South China Sea hold significant global trade importance. China claims Taiwan and asserts sovereignty over the South China S...20 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
- Taiwan records heightened Chinese military activity around its territoryTaiwan's defense ministry reported twenty Chinese aircraft sorties and seven naval vessels operating nearby. Fifteen of these aircraft ente...19 Aug, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
- China missile test deepens Pacific divide over growing militarisationChina’s July ballistic-missile test has exposed divisions among Pacific island nations over growing militarisation and competing U.S.-China...11 Aug, 2026, 12.57 PM IST
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