MEMBERS of the Catholic Diocese in Gizo, Western Province fought back tears as they watched the drama featuring the crucifixion of Jesus on Good Friday. The solemnly commemoration of the annual event was witnessed by Catholic faithful from across the township as they reflected on the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The day began…
THE People’s Daily Online, the most popular comprehensive online news platform in China with more than 820 million viewers both domestically and internationally, has welcomed a group of international journalists to its headquarters in Beijing, introducing them to its the various online media platforms utilised to inform, educate and entertain the Chinese People and also…
Sometimes, the best gifts arrive when we need them most — and often, when we least expect them. For Gloria Siwainao, an Environmental Health Officer based in Auki, a pre-Easter trip to Honiara was meant for business. But with her aging mother in mind, she also intended to purchase a 3000-litre water tank for their…
The Kukum Valley Seventh-day Adventist Primary and High School in Honiara marked a significant milestone on 28 March 2025 with the official naming and dedication of the Alex Currie Multipurpose Centre. This new facility, a 630-square-metre structure, stands as a testament to the dedication and generosity of Dr Alex Currie, whose lifelong commitment to…
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) will officially hand over a Student Wellbeing Project and Counselling Centre to Betikama Adventist College (BAC) next month. The announcement was declared to the BAC Bevan Tutuo on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by representatives from the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Australia and ADRA Solomon Islands. The…
When she was younger, Jennifer Hunuehu Kinikoroa from the Solomon Islands witnessed her grandparents working hard to preserve their traditions to ensure that their culture would never be forgotten. She wanted to do the same, but knew that to protect her heritage, she would need qualifications. “USP Lautoka Campus became a place where I could…
A female suspect has been arrested for brewing home-brew at a village in south Choiseul recently. Taro police carried out the arrest, Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Choiseul Province Superintendent Berry Pogesopa said. “Police responded to the incident and arrested a 46-year-old female suspect on 2 April 2025.” PPC Pogesopa added the suspect was dealt with…
FOREIGN journalists, undertaking a three-month study tour in China, were taken on a unique and insightful journey into the history and heart of China’s political evolution during a guided tour of the CPC Musuem in Beijing where more than 2.500 pictures and over 4,500 sets of cultural relics are displayed, providing a comprehensive, panoramic and…
The Catholic Archdiocese of Honiara marked a significant liturgical event on Holy Monday 14th April 2025 with the celebration of its annual Chrism Mass at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. The solemn occasion was presided over by His Grace, Archbishop Christopher Cardone, OP, and concelebrated by 19 priests from across the Archdiocese, alongside two…
THE Ministry of Rural Development team has recently visited West Are’Are Constituency (WAC) in Malaita province and captured success stories from communities that benefit from the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). Despite its challenges, the CDF continues to impact rural lives, with many communities and constituents expressing genuine appreciation to their three-term Member of Parliament, John…