Pirates storm tanker, kidnap 12 crew off Equatorial Guinea
Armed pirates have seized 12 crew members from a Portuguese LPG carrier in a major maritime security incident. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.
Category : Search result: Guinea mining
Qantas Flights Return for PNG's NRL Team
Qantas announces the return of Sydney to Port Moresby flights, driven by business growth and the new Papua New Guinea NRL team launching in 2028. Discover the travel impact.
West African Bloc Holds Talks with Guinea-Bissau Coup Leaders
An ECOWAS delegation has arrived in Guinea-Bissau for crisis talks with military leaders who seized power last week. The mission seeks a return to constitutional order after a contested election. Read the latest on the unfolding political crisis.
I Only Rest in the Storm: Postcolonial Blues in Guinea-Bissau
Pedro Pinho's intelligent three-hour drama dissects white privilege and postcolonial relations in Guinea-Bissau. The film opens at London's ICA on 5 December.
African Union suspends Guinea-Bissau after coup
The African Union has suspended Guinea-Bissau following a military coup, reinforcing its zero-tolerance stance on unconstitutional government changes. Discover the latest developments.
Guinea-Bissau coup: President flees to Senegal as junta takes power
Deposed Guinea-Bissau president Umaro Sissoco Embaló arrives in Senegal following military coup. New junta leader announced as West African nations condemn takeover. Read the latest developments.
Guinea-Bissau military takes control amid election chaos
Military officers seize power in Guinea-Bissau, closing borders and dissolving institutions following contested election results. International community condemns coup.
Pacific Fury Over Australia's COP31 Decision
Papua New Guinea condemns Australia's withdrawal from co-hosting COP31, calling UN climate summits a 'talk fest' that fails to hold major polluters accountable for rising sea levels.
Missing West Virginia Coal Miner Found After 10 Days
The body of missing coal miner John 'Ray' Groves has been recovered from a West Virginia mine after an extensive 10-day search operation. Read the full story of the tragic discovery.
Trapped Miner Found Dead After 6-Day Rescue Mission
The body of coal miner Steven Lipscomb has been recovered after being trapped for six days in a flooded West Virginia mine. Read about the extensive rescue operation.
PNG Leader: COP Summits Are Failing Vulnerable Nations
Prime Minister James Marape launches blistering critique of UN climate conferences, arguing they've become ineffective talking shops that ignore the urgent needs of developing nations facing existential threats.
Guinea's Simandou Threatens Australia's Iron Ore Dominance
Australia's iron ore industry faces unprecedented threat as Guinea's Simandou project, containing world's largest untapped deposit, prepares to flood global markets by 2028, potentially wiping billions from mining giants.
Miner's miracle survival after underground blast
A veteran miner cheated death after a catastrophic explosion 500 metres below ground in rural Australia. Read his harrowing story of survival against all odds.
Anglo American announces radical restructuring plan
London-based mining conglomerate Anglo American announces radical corporate overhaul, planning to divest its platinum, diamond, and coal businesses while focusing on copper and iron ore operations.
Underground Mine Explosion in NSW Injures Workers
Emergency services rush to Endeavour Polymetals mine after underground explosion leaves workers with serious burns and injuries in dramatic rescue operation.
Two dead in Cobar mine explosion tragedy
A devastating explosion at an underground zinc and copper mine in regional New South Wales has killed two workers, sparking urgent investigations into mine safety protocols.
Guinea turmoil: Military storms prison, dissolves government
Guinea faces political chaos as elite forces storm main prison, freeing inmates while military government dissolves interim cabinet in dramatic power struggle.
Quiz: Tolkien Minerals vs Australia's Critical Resources
A clever new quiz challenges Australians to distinguish genuine critical minerals from fantasy creations. Test your knowledge of the resources powering the green revolution versus Middle-earth mythology.
Tributes pour in for young FIFO worker Serena Downey
Heartfelt tributes pour in for 26-year-old fly-in fly-out worker Serena Downey, whose sudden death has left family, friends and colleagues devastated.
Papua New Guinea's First Saint: Peter Torot Canonised
In a historic moment for Catholicism, Pope Francis has canonised Peter Torot as Papua New Guinea's first saint, recognising miracles that transformed spiritual life in the Pacific nation.
Adani Denies Below-Market Coal Sales Costing Queensland Millions
Mining giant Adani denies explosive allegations it sold coal below market value, potentially costing Queensland hundreds of millions in lost royalties amid growing scrutiny of resource sector practices.
Refugee to Football Star: Al-Hassan Toure's Journey
Discover the inspiring story of Sydney FC star Al-Hassan Toure, who escaped civil war in Guinea to become one of Australia's most promising football talents through sheer determination and resilience.
PNG PM's convoy vehicle strikes child in Canberra
A young child was struck by a vehicle in Prime Minister James Marape's convoy during his visit to Australia, sparking urgent medical response and diplomatic concern.
Equatorial Guinea footballers strike over unpaid bonuses
Equatorial Guinea's national football team refuses to play crucial World Cup qualifier against Malawi in dramatic protest over unpaid bonuses and poor conditions.
Lindy Klim's daughter Stella returns to Papua New Guinea
Bali-based model Stella Artois Caulfield, daughter of former model Lindy Klim and Australian Rules footballer Matthew Capuano, shares breathtaking photos from her emotional return to Papua New Guinea, embracing her cultural heritage in stunning traditiona
PNG NRL Team Name: Chiefs or Pythons Revealed
Papua New Guinea's historic NRL expansion team name has been unveiled by Prime Minister James Marape, marking a significant moment for rugby league in the Pacific nation.
Australian town offers £200k salaries to lure workers
Discover how a remote Australian mining community is paying staggering six-figure salaries to attract essential workers, creating unprecedented opportunities in one of the world's most isolated regions.
Trump's Alaska Mining Permits Threaten Biden Green Agenda
Former President Donald Trump quietly approved controversial mining permits in Alaska's pristine wilderness during his final days in office, creating a major environmental dilemma for the Biden administration.
Australia-Papua New Guinea Sign Historic Security Pact
In a landmark move that reshapes Pacific power dynamics, Australia has signed a comprehensive security agreement with Papua New Guinea, marking Canberra's strongest commitment yet to regional stability amid growing Chinese influence.
Australia signs defence pact with Papua New Guinea
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs landmark security agreement with PNG, strengthening Australia's strategic position in the Pacific region amid growing regional tensions.
Page 1 of 4