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Methamphetamine · France

Massive cocaine and meth haul seized on yacht in French Polynesia worth €331 million

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In addition to the narcotics worth €331 million street value, local authorities seized 11 Glock semi‑automatic pistols and 24 ammunition magazines.See the Story

Cricket · New Zealand

Woman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase on bus denied bail

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The woman accused of putting a toddler in a shut suitcase on a bus has been denied bail. She appeared before Judge Anna Fitzgibbon in the North Shore...See the Story

Weapons · Villawood

Man Charged After Detention Centre Officer Attacked

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The 29-year-old man from Tonga was awaiting deportation for visa breaches.See the Story

Claims of unpaid wages, abuse spark online war between Tongan workers and Aussie contractors

A Tongan woman, previously accused online of alleged abuse toward Tongan seasonal workers in Australia, has reappeared to address renewed criticism. Accusations of unpaid wages, mistreatment, and verbal abuse of workers—along with vehement denials from the accused—have dominated these online clashes. Tupou Vaiola Fainu responded to allegations made by Maile Tonga in a livestream viewed […] The post Claims of unpaid wages, abuse spark online war …Wages · Australia Read Article

Tonga raises legal marriage age to 18, explicitly bans same-sex unions

Tonga’s Parliament has passed a bill raising the legal marriage age from 15 to 18, following years of concern over underage unions in the Pacific kingdom. The reform comes alongside a separate amendment further cementing the country’s ban on same-sex marriage, making the prohibition more explicit in law. The decision follows years of advocacy, including […] The post Tonga raises legal marriage age to 18, explicitly bans same-sex unions appeared …Tonga · Tonga Read Article

AI fake debate escalated as Minister Piukala doubts Parl't brawl video's authenticity

The controversy surrounding the leaked video of a fight in Tonga Parliament has intensified, with Police Minister Piveni Piukala questioning its authenticity and his supporters alleging AI was used to fabricate portions. The footage, which circulated widely on social media this week, showed Piukala and MP Lord Tu’ilakepa in a fight, culminating in a punch that allegedly […] The post AI fake debate escalated as Minister Piukala doubts Parl’t braw…Artificial Intelligence · Nuku'alofa Read Article

Notorious immigration scammer 71yo Kolini Tatafu jailed for $63k fraud in New Zealand

Kolini Tatafu, the 71-year-old architect of a notorious 2012 immigration scam that preyed on dozens of vulnerable Tongan migrants, has been arrested once more – this time facing charges of causing loss by deception. Despite a recent serious health scare, the serial fraudster was sentenced last month after her High Court appeal failed, continuing a […] The post Notorious immigration scammer 71yo Kolini Tatafu jailed for $63k fraud in New Zealand …Immigration · New Zealand Read Article

Lord Vaea slams Parliament's 'security' failure as rival supporters clash online over viral brawl video

Political tensions that erupted in Tonga’s Parliament earlier this week escalated further Thursday night after unverified viral footage surfaced, appearing to show a fight between Whole House Committee Chair Lord Tu’ilakepa and Police Minister Piveni Piukala. The explosive footage has triggered a social media firestorm, with rival political factions engaged in heated online battles defending […] The post Lord Vaea slams Parliament’s ‘security’ f…Social Media · Tonga Read Article

Unverified video appears to show Lord Tu’ilakepa knocking down Police Minister Piveni Piukala

An unconfirmed viral video clip circulating on social media appears to show the Whole House Committee Chair Lord Tu’ilakepa in a physical altercation with Tonga’s Police Minister Piveni Piukala, in which the Chair allegedly threw a punch before Piukala fell to the floor. The video purportedly showed the Minister of Police wearing a red coat […] The post Unverified video appears to show Lord Tu’ilakepa knocking down Police Minister Piveni Piukala…Social Media · Nuku'alofa Read Article

‘Na'a homo ho le’o’ vs ‘Ke tuku kae ’ai e hā?’ – Veiled threats, fighting words that pushed Parliament to the brink

Warning: This article contains culturally sensitive Tongan phrases with provocative double meanings that some readers may find offensive. Analysis – The heated exchange that nearly turned into an apparent violent brawl in Tonga’s Parliament this week reveals how deeply language and power intertwine in the kingdom’s political culture. The tensions flared in Parliament as Whole […] The post ‘Na’a homo ho le’o’ vs ‘Ke tuku kae ’ai e hā?’ – Veiled t…Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa Read Article

Domestic rugby structure remains under microscope as 'Ikāle Tahi set to face Queensland Reds

The ‘Īkale Tahi will host the Queensland Reds at Teufaiva Park on 15 August in a high-stakes pre-Rugby World Cup qualifier—a match the Tonga Rugby Union (TRU) hopes will mark a turning point after a disastrous 2024 international campaign. The fixture comes amid mounting pressure from fans and former players over the team’s management, which […] The post Domestic rugby structure remains under microscope as ‘Ikāle Tahi set to face Queensland Reds …Rugby · Nuku'alofa Read Article

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