Vanuatu
China outshines U.S. as global scramble for bases heats up
China has extensive economic interests abroad and is seeking a global military presence to protect them and to project power - including in the South Pacific.
Moment Australian MP is carried away after drinking strong Micronesian kava
Former deputy prime minister Michael McCormack was taken to hospital, where he is "recovering well" after being treated for dehydration.
Addressing Climate Change Is Safeguarding Human Rights
Now is the moment for the international community to stand in solidarity and decisively act to protect the human rights of people in all nations, rich and poor, north and south, who are suffering the unjust impacts of fossil fuel-driven climate change.
Tropical Cyclone Harold Hits Vanuatu as It Is Upgraded to Category 5
Relief workers are concerned the storm could threaten the county's response to COVID-19.
Entire Pacific Island to Be Evacuated as Volcano Erupts
"Trees are falling, visibility is very very poor, we cannot see far more than [six feet]," one humanitarian worker said.
Volcanic Ash May Force 10,000 People From This Island
Volcanic ash has flattened roofs, contaminated water and corrupted crops.
China and Australian Warships Face Off in Disputed Sea
The warships were sailing through the South China Sea on their way to Vietnam on April 15.
Earthquake Near Pacific Islands Triggers Tsunami Scare
The quake was the second recorded in New Caledonia in 12 hours and the third in a month.
Bitcoin Now Buys You Citizenship to This Island
The government of Vanuatu says citizenship to the Pacific Island can now be purchased using bitcoin.
Trump Paid Too Much Tax. Maybe He Should Move to Italy
The leaked tax return suggests the president needs a tax shelter, fast.
You Can Now Go Inside a Volcano With Google Street View
The mapping service has expanded its reach to include "one of the largest boiling lava lakes in the world."
Cyclone Pam Is Just the Start
Tragedies like the devastation of Vanuatu will become more and more common.
Vanuatu President and Disaster Officials Left For Conference as Cyclone Bore Down
Unfortunate timing meant key officials were overseas just as Cyclone Pam hit.
Aid Teams Reach Vanuatu After Cyclone Pam
Widespread devastation reported after "monster" cyclone tore through the Pacific island nation.
Early Death Toll in Cyclone Pam in Pacific
United Nations is preparing a major relief operation for island nation of Vanuatu.