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Tonga's Government Mum on Health Cyber Breach

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Tonga's Government Mum on Health Cyber Breach

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The Tongan government has yet to reveal more details about a cyber breach of its health records that occured 10 days ago.See the Story

Cyberattack Disrupts Tonga Ministry of Health

Cyberattack Disrupts Tonga Ministry of Health

Tonga's National Health Information System and its Ministry of Health's website were confirmed to be taken down by a ransomware attack on June 15, according to The Record, a news site by cybersecurity firm Recorded Future. Introduction to Malware Binary Triage (IMBT) Course Looking to level up your skills? Get 10% off using coupon code: MWNEWS10 for any flavor. Enroll Now and Save 10%: Coupon Code MWNEWS10 Note: Affiliate link – your enrollment…See the Story

Tonga considers cemetery relocation amid land shortage; raises questions over ancestral ties, spiritual beliefs

Tonga considers cemetery relocation amid land shortage; raises questions over ancestral ties, spiritual beliefs

Tonga is exploring plans to relocate cemeteries away from towns due to a critical shortage of land, a move that could challenge long-held traditions and spiritual beliefs. With burial spaces dwindling, officials are weighing options—including centralised burial sites—which would mark a major shift from the current practice of families and villages keeping their dead close. […] The post Tonga considers cemetery relocation amid land shortage; r…Read Article

Defying gale warnings, Ha'apai church prepares bountiful conference feast

Nuku’alofa, Tonga – Tonga remains under gale warnings as severe southeasterly winds persist across the island nation, coinciding with the final days of the Free Wesleyan Church’s annual conference in Ha’apai. The Tonga Meteorological Services has issued ongoing alerts for damaging winds and hazardous seas, urging residents to take precautions. Residents across Tonga can expect […] The post Defying gale warnings, Ha’apai church prepares bountiful…Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa Read Article

Gale-Force Winds Rip Off MV 'Onemato's Bow Door, Forcing Emergency Return to Tongatapu

Nuku‘alofa, Tonga – The MV Onemato was forced to turn back to Tongatapu after powerful waves tore off its bow door while en route to ‘Eua. Despite the severe damage, no injuries were reported among passengers or crew. Shocking footage uploaded to Facebook by Lie Fifita shows the moment violent waves breached the vessel, flooding the […] The post Gale-force winds rip off MV ‘Onemato’s bow door, forcing emergency return to Tongatapu appeared first…Schwerin · Schwerin See the Story

Lulutai aircraft runway excursion blamed on hydraulic misdiagnosis, crew and maintenance failures

Over a year after Lulutai Airlines’ SAAB 340B (A3-PUA) veered off a Tongan airport taxiway and hit “a disused refuelling bund,” investigators have published their final report. All three crew members and 35 passengers evacuated the aircraft without injury, but the aircraft sustained significant structural damage. It has since been repaired and returned to […] The post Lulutai aircraft runway excursion blamed on hydraulic misdiagnosis, crew and…Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa Read Article

'Chair-wharf in Action' Tonga locals create makeshift pathway with chairs for boat passengers

Residents of Hā’ano in Tonga’s Ha’apai islands crafted a temporary “chair-wharf” to help passengers board boats from the sea. This event coincides with significant gatherings in Tonga, where Methodist churches are holding their annual conferences in Vava’u and Ha’apai. Their Majesties, King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u Tuku’aho, are currently attending the Free Wesleyan Church’s […] The post ‘Chair-wharf in Action’ Tonga locals create makeshif…Tonga · Tonga Read Article

PM Eke government scraps ATR 72 purchase as deadline looms for Lulutai Airlines sale

Nuku’alofa, Tonga—The Eke government has announced it will not purchase the ATR 72 aircraft, marking a clear shift away from direct state involvement in the financially troubled Lulutai Airlines. It follows the government’s announcement that the national airline’s three small aircraft fleet is fully functional and breaking even as part of their promised review […] The post PM Eke government scraps ATR 72 purchase as deadline looms for Lulutai …Aircraft · Nuku'alofa Read Article

Fiji Airways late-June 2025 Nukua’lofa – Vava’u Charters — AeroRoutes

Published at 0200PDT / 0900GMT 23JUN25Fiji Airways this week schedules charter service within Tonga, operating Nuku’alofa – Vava’u route. ATR72 aircraft to operate 3 round-trip charter flights, on 23JUN25, 28JUN25 and 30JUN25.FJ2278 TBU1405 – 1505VAV AT7 23JUN25FJ2278 TBU1130 – 1230VAV AT7 28JUN25FJ2278 TBU1130 – 1230VAV AT7 30JUN25 FJ2279 VAV1550 – 1650TBU AT7 23JUN25FJ2279 VAV1315 – 1415TBU AT7 28JUN25FJ2279 VAV1315 – 1415TBU AT7 30JUN25Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa Read Article

Tonga's Lulutai breaking even, in talks with investor

Lulutai Airlines (L8, Tongatapu) is breaking even after years of losses, the Kaniva Tonga digital newspaper reports citing Tonga's deputy prime minister, Taniela Fusimalohi. At the same time, the government has reportedly ruled out additional funding any loans for the airline in this year's budget, saying there was enough interest from potential investors in the private sector. One of those potential investors is New Zealand's Sunair Aviation (T…Tongatapu · Tongatapu Read Article

Pacific officials discuss budget concerns

Pacific aldermen clashed during the first reading of the city’s proposed budget for the 2026 fiscal year, saying it stretches the city’s finances to the limits.Washington, Missouri · Washington See the Story

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