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Scientists discover 'astonishingly large' coral thought to be biggest in the world
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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November 14, 2024
Scientists say they have discovered the world's largest coral — measuring longer than a blue whale — on an expedition in Solomon Islands. A crew of National Geographic's Pristine Seas marine scientists found the massive standalone coral while...
Scientists make gigant discovery in the depths of the sea that could change the way we see Earth: " It has been growing for over 300 years"
MARCA
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November 14, 2024
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery deep in the ocean, unearthing something that could alter our understanding of Earth itself. This mysterious find holds clues that might unlock long-buried secrets about the planet's ancient history....
Scientists stumble upon world’s largest coral
Global Village Space
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November 14, 2024
A groundbreaking discovery has been made in the waters near the Solomon Islands in the southwestern Pacific Ocean: the world’s largest coral. This massive organism, estimated to be over 300 years old, has astonished scientists with its size,...
Scientists discover world's largest coral
The News International
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Scientists have found the largest coral ever recorded in the south west Pacific Ocean and described it to be larger than a blue whale. The mega coral, which is a combination of several connected tiny creatures that together form one organism...
World News | Taiwan Expresses Regret over Reports of China-Solomon Islands Effort to Exclude Taiwan from Pacific Islands Forum
Latestly
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August 27, 2024
Taipei [Taiwan], August 27 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expressed regret over reports regarding efforts made by China and the Solomon Islands to exclude Taiwan from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), the Central News Agency...
Research found people settles in SI in 6000 BP
Solomon Star
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November 11, 2024
A JOINT archaeological research project conducted by the Solomon Islands National Museum and the German Archaeological Institute has unveiled groundbreaking discoveries about early human settlements in the Solomon Islands. The research project,...
Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands Forge Stronger Ties in ICT Collaboration
Papua New Guinea Today
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August 27, 2024
The Minister for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) of Papua New Guinea, Hon. Timothy Masiu, concluded a successful visit to Solomon Islands on August 12, 2024, aimed at strengthening ties with the Solomon Islands Minister for...
Historic World War II ship found in the Pacific Ocean
NPR
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July 9, 2025
The unique structure and stamps on the base of the anchor, with "Navy Yard" visible through the marine growth, helped confirm the identity of the USS New Orleans' bow. Ocean Exploration Trust/ Nautilus Live, NOAA hide caption toggle caption Ocean...
Miss Lauru Crowned Miss Solomon Islands 2024-2025
Tavuli News
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August 24, 2024
Miss Lauru, Elsie Polosovai, was crowned Miss Solomon Islands 2024-2025 in the Miss Solomon Islands Pageant in Honiara last night. The competition, which ran for over six hours, featured six young women who showcased their talents, intellect and...
Scientists find ‘mega coral’ so large it can be seen from space
Irish Independent
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Giant organism is size of five tennis courts and could be 300 years old Finding the healthy coral colony was a ‘beacon of hope’, researchers said. Stock image: Getty ©Telegraph.co.uk Today at 03:30 Scientists have discovered the largest single...
Scientists discover the world’s largest coral — so big it can be seen from space
CNN
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November 14, 2024
CNN — It’s more than 100 feet long, at least 300 years old and visible from space. The world’s largest coral has just been discovered in the southwest Pacific Ocean, scientists announced Wednesday. The mega coral was spotted during a scientific...
Harold K.L. Castle Foundation welcomes Dr. Amber W. Datta as marine program officer
Maui Now - Hawaii
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July 9, 2025, 4:00 PM HST Dr. Amber W. Datta headshot. (Courtesy: Harold K.L. Castle Foundation) The Harold K.L. Castle Foundation has appointed Dr. Amber W. Datta as its new marine program officer, tasking her with leading the foundation’s...
New rescue fire service station at airport makes progress
Solomon Star
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July 1, 2025
The construction of the new Rescue Fire Service Station at Honiara International Airport is progressing well. Supported by the World Bank through the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), the contract is being implemented by...
WWII American warship’s severed bow found 80 years after being blown off in battle
KLIN News Talk - Nebraska
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July 9, 2025
Fox News senior foreign affairs correspondent Greg Palkot discusses World War II veterans and their return to Normandy to mark the 81st anniversary of D-Day on ‘Special Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A team of researchers...
Research Vessel North Of Australia Finds Underwater Discovery The Size Of Five Tennis Courts
The Travel
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November 15, 2024
It's a widely known fact that climate change has already caused various setbacks. The Sahara desert's landscape is turning into a tropical oasis, while Mount Fuji had a two-month delay for its first snowfall - you guessed it, climate change was to...
Scientists discover world’s largest coral—so big it can be seen from space
National Geographic
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It is mostly brown with some patches of yellows, reds, pinks, and blues. Although this individual might look like a gargantuan boulder, corals are animals related to jellyfish and sea anemones. Tiny individual organisms called coral polyps come...
‘BYSTANDERS’
The Islandsun
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July 9, 2025
Opposition leader Wale questions silence by CBSI, SICCI, SICTU, SIPEU over BSP bank’s ‘unjustifiable’ fees BY IRWIN ANGIKI Leader of Opposition, Matthew Wale is questioning the ongoing silence and inaction of the Central Bank (CBSI) over BSP’s...
The Kids Are Alright: The Importance Of Youth Representation In Solomon Islands Democracy
Scoop
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By Munkhtuya Altangerel 14 August 2024 There is a battle of the bulge taking place in the Pacific, and while it may be simmering on the surface, there is a refrain that rings loud across the entirety of Solomon Islands asking for change. The bulge...
Scientists Claim ‘Parrotfish’ Create 70% Of The Sand On These Tropical Coasts
Forbes
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Parrotfish have some of the strongest teeth in the animal kingdom and excrete pearly white sands ... [+] onto Pacific beaches.getty Parrotfish are a group of 90-odd species found in coral reefs, seagrass beds and rocky areas around the world, with...
Progress Update on Miss Pacific Islands Pageant 2025 Preparations in Honiara
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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January 20, 2025
Sponsored Honiara, Solomon Islands – As we approach February, excitement continues to build for the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant 2025, set to take place in Honiara from February 1st to February 8th. With just two weeks remaining before the arrival...