Background Universal health coverage (UHC) is critical to global poverty alleviation and equity of health systems. Many low-income and middle-income countries, including small island states in the ...

In 1965, shortly before granting Mauritius independence, Britain separated the Chagos Islands, renaming them the British Indian Ocean Territory, and paying £3 million to Mauritius. The following ...

Storms brought strong winds and heavy rains to Kokomo, Indiana on June 18, 2025.

NEWPORT, R.I. (WPRI) — Australian researchers have issued a final report on a decades-long search for a famous shipwreck believed to be off the coast of Rhode Island. Researchers confirmed the ...

8. Stargaze on Taveuni Island Fiji ’s beauty doesn’t clock off when the sun goes down. On Taveuni – often called the Garden Island – nightfall reveals an entirely different kind of wonder. With almost ...

Lying on the western edge of Vágar Island, Gásadalur is one of the most remote villages in the Faroe Islands, home to no more than 30 people. I’m making my way there along one of the Buttercup ...

We’re bound for Fiji’s Modriki Island, the stage for the turn-of-the-century film Cast Away starring Tom Hanks, which this year celebrates 25 years since its release.

There are 330 islands in Fiji but which one is the best to visit, which time of year has the most sunshine and what resort is perfect for couples? Here is all the info you need for your next trip ...

Only reachable by helicopter or seaplane, Kokomo Private Island Resort is in Fiji’s rarely visited Kadavu Islands. There are 21 seaside villas set beside some of the best beaches in Fiji.

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Former Super Rugby winger Salesi Rayasi has been named in Fiji’s 32-man squad to play Australia and Scotland in rugby tests next month. The 28-year-old played six ...

Higgins also served as the social media host for Love Island USA during Season 5. She took on a similar role in Love Island Games in 2023 and even filled in as guest host for three episodes. Main ...

With rich marine life, cultural charm and new flight routes, Palau makes a strong case for your next island escape. Photo / Josh Burkinshaw Ticked Fiji and the Cook Islands off your travel bucket ...