Pacific

A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including PNG soldiers destroying properties.

Sevens series leaders Fiji will face New Zealand, Uruguay and Kenya in their group at the Perth Sevens.

A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including fireworks amnesty in Hawai'i following a devastating explosion.

The risk of cyclones in Pacific Islands close to the coral sea could increase as a La Niña watch remains in place.

The Cook Islands Meteorological Service says Tropical Cyclone Pita has been downgraded to a tropical low

A tropical cyclone warning in place for Niue due to cyclone Pita has been cancelled.

Two decisions from the UN Human Rights Committee say Australia remained responsible for the detention of asylum seekers in Nauru.

Solomon Islands has the highest-ranked passport of Pacific Island nations, at 37th equal.

Jai Opetaia has retained his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight world titles, after the fight in Australia last night.

His election came after the first attempt to elect a President failed to bring out a sufficient majority.

A round up of news in brief from around the region, including multiple rapes in Fiji in December.