New Zealanders celebrate national day amid debate over founding treaty
Thousands gathered across New Zealand on Thursday to celebrate the signing of the country’s founding document and some called ...
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Uíge Hosts Central Event for 4th February
The province of Uíge will host, on Tuesday, the central event of the celebrations of 4th February, the day of the beginning of the Armed Struggle for National Liberation, which will be presided over ...
Debt-stricken Sri Lanka marks independence day as new president pledges to rebuild the country
Debt-stricken Sri Lanka has marked its 77th independence anniversary with a military parade, while the country’s newly ...
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From Sepik to New Ireland: A carving’s story and its significance
Sir Michael Somare, a prominent figure in Papua New Guinea's political history, branded the Father of the nation, visited New ...
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Independence Day: The quest for Unity in Diversity
Freedom, Liberty and Independence. Three words that seemingly have the same meaning, but differ slightly in their interpretation. Sri Lanka gained independence from the British rulers on February 4, ...
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Black History Month Explained: Its Origins, Celebrations and Myths
Black History Month originated as Negro History Week in 1926, created by historian Carter G. Woodson. The celebration evolved ...
Sir Julius Chan, One Of Papua New Guinea's Founding Fathers, Dies Aged 85
Sir Julius, 85, passed away in his home province of New Ireland just after midday on Thursday, marking an end to a long political career spanning half a century. Papua New Guineans dubbed him the ...