Podcasts about tongans

What does it mean to wear the tattoos/markings of your culture? What, if any, are the responsibilities to these markings? Why was Tongan tattooing lost?In this episode we talanoa (talk) with Tongan tufunga tātatau (tattoo artist) Su'a Suluape Aisea Toetu'u about the history of the Tongan tātatau, its significance in pre-Chrisitan Tongan society and his efforts in reviving this art of tattooing amongst Tongans. Additionally, we give our thoughts on a recent reel that has gone viral calling for New Zealand born Samoans to "be humble". Send us a textThe Moanan is not just an educational platform but an online community — connecting diasporas all over the world. We'd love to connect!Find us on all podcast streaming and social media platforms — including Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.Email: hello@themoanan.com

It's fall and after a long time away the show The Warmonger (bob) has returned to talk about some football music and Tongans...   #football #sports #music #michigan    Check us out here... www.radiounderground.gay   

New research finds more Tongans and Samoans seeking work overseas to build more climate resilient homes.

The Marshalls call for an independent assessment Fukushima treated nuclear wastewater release; Human rights advocates warn of grim plight for people evicted from PNG squatter settlements; New research finds more Tongans and Samoans seeking work overseas to build more climate resilient homes.

Eyeball Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees! Goth Elvis Impersonator. Hey ChatGPT write me a Rant about whether AI Prompters are Artists. Soaking the nub. Forbidden Bologna. Human flesh Chia pet. There Are Fore Skins. Marrying All The Kids. Box of Ron Jeremys please. Skid Squin. Greased up Tongans. He didnât spend 6 years at Echo medical school to be called doctor. Shemmys and Shgrammies. Meat is murgher. Moisturizing the Roomba with Bobby and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eyeball Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees! Goth Elvis Impersonator. Hey ChatGPT write me a Rant about whether AI Prompters are Artists. Soaking the nub. Forbidden Bologna. Human flesh Chia pet. There Are Fore Skins. Marrying All The Kids. Box of Ron Jeremys please. Skid Squin. Greased up Tongans. He didnât spend 6 years at Echo medical school to be called doctor. Shemmys and Shgrammies. Meat is murgher. Moisturizing the Roomba with Bobby and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You'll have no portal, no midnight pizza, and no Lt. Yar! My Big Fat Frogpants Wedding. I always feel like the pencil is watching me! The Brest of Denver. A brilliant idea until people get involved. Licks on a Plane. Porty McPortalface. Lumpy-eyed potatoes. Zoomy Fingers Johnson. Steambutt Willie. You know what? I like fun! It's That Guy From Blur. Greased up Tongans. All Pencil, No Pad. You will have NO Sail Away with your Habanero and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You'll have no portal, no midnight pizza, and no Lt. Yar! My Big Fat Frogpants Wedding. I always feel like the pencil is watching me! The Brest of Denver. A brilliant idea until people get involved. Licks on a Plane. Porty McPortalface. Lumpy-eyed potatoes. Zoomy Fingers Johnson. Steambutt Willie. You know what? I like fun! It's That Guy From Blur. Greased up Tongans. All Pencil, No Pad. You will have NO Sail Away with your Habanero and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jules Dumont d'Urville returns to the South Pacific about the Astrolabe. In this episode, we explore Australia, New Zealand and the Tongan Islands. The ship will - multiple times - find itself stuck on reefs. The episode will end with d'Urville bombarding the Tongans after seize numerous hostages in hope of obtaining French weapons, supplies and military expertise. Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/ Daring French Explorations by Hubert Sagnières on Instagrams (see amazing photos from this expedition and others): https://www.instagram.com/frenchexplorations/ The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crowd Science listener Maik wants to know what the BMI is and what his BMI score says about his body. He trains dogs for a living and wonders if, like different breeds of dog, we simply have different body types? Marnie Chesterton comes up with some answers, talking to doctors about how the BMI is used and misused in clinical practice, and looks at some alternative methods for measuring our body composition. She also sits down with philosopher Kate Manne to discuss the realities of living in a fat-phobic world. We hear from Tonga in the South Pacific, where high BMI scores have labelled the country highly obese. But this is not necessarily how Tongans see themselves. And Marnie finds out if the BMI will continue to be used across the world as an important health marker or whether it is destined for the scrap heap of medical history. Contributors: Professor Kate Manne Dr Francesco Rubino Dr Naveed Sattar Professor Brendon Noble Technician Leah Siegel Fononga Pulu Sela Latailakepa Presenter: Marnie Chesterton Producer: Richard Walker Editor: Cathy Edwards Production co-ordinator: Connor Morgans Studio manager: Emma Harth

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Hour 2 of A&G features: Israel's need for vengeance Another nation chain goes kaput The border is secure? Tom Cotton says some foreign nationals gotta go The Mitt Diaries See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of A&G features: Israel's need for vengeance Another nation chain goes kaput The border is secure? Tom Cotton says some foreign nationals gotta go The Mitt Diaries See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A team of New Zealanders and Tongans have just carpeted a remote Tongan island with poisoned bait, hoping to eradicate rats.

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Located in the South Pacific, squarely within the Polynesian Triangle, lies the Kingdom of Tonga.  While there are many islands and several countries within that region, Tonga has a unique history among them. The Tongans were one of the most dominant cultures in the Pacific, ruled an extensive sea-based empire, and were one of the only people in the Pacific who were never technically colonized by Europeans. Learn more about the Kingdom of Tonga, its history, and its culture on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Sponsors Newspapers.com Newspapers.com is like a time machine. Dive into their extensive online archives to explore history as it happened. With over 800 million digitized newspaper pages spanning three centuries, Newspapers.com provides an unparalleled gateway to the past, with papers from the US, UK, Canada, Australia and beyond. Use the code “EverythingEverywhere” at checkout to get 20% off a publisher extra subscription at newspapers.com. Noom  Noom is not just another diet or fitness app. It's a comprehensive lifestyle program designed to empower you to make lasting changes and achieve your health goals. With Noom, you'll embark on a personalized journey that considers your unique needs, preferences, and challenges. Their innovative approach combines cutting-edge technology with the support of a dedicated team of experts, including registered dietitians, nutritionists, and behavior change specialists. Noom's changing how the world thinks about weight loss. Go to noom.com to sign up for your trial today!   Rocket Money  Rocket Money is a personal finance app that finds and cancels your unwanted subscriptions, monitors your spending, and helps you lower your bills—all in one place. It will quickly and easily find your subscriptions for you –and for any you don't want to pay for anymore, just hit “cancel,” and Rocket Money will cancel it for you. It's that easy. Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/daily Subscribe to the podcast!  https://link.chtbl.com/EverythingEverywhere?sid=ShowNotes -------------------------------- Executive Producer: Charles Daniel Associate Producers: Peter Bennett & Thor Thomsen   Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhere Update your podcast app at newpodcastapps.com Discord Server: https://discord.gg/UkRUJFh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingeverywheredaily Twitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretrip Website: https://everything-everywhere.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tributes have been flowing throughout the week for the late Tongan Princess Mele Siu'ilikutapu, who passed away in Auckland on Sunday May 28. She leaves behind a positive legacy for Tongans and New Zealand Pasifika, for whom she actively advocated and worked for.

The Most Reverend Dr. Mark D. Manning, D.D., D.R.S., Archbishop of Dallas Universal Life Church, delivers his sermon for April 6, 2023, Maundy Thursday, titled "The Greeks & the Tongans" followed by the washing of feet. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishopmark/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishopmark/support

Today we're delighted to be joined by Scottish superstar Sione Tuipulotu as we celebrate his incredible career so far which has taken him from Tonga via Melbourne to Japan and eventually to Glasgow - where he's become the national hero and was a stand out player in the recent Six Nations. He talks us through; struggling to adapt to Glasgow life, his Girlfriend threatening to leave him when he mentioned they were moving to Scotland, his weird Youtube addiction, getting knocked out by Freddie Steward, abusive texts from his Dad, his younger brother who's choosing the Wallabies over Scotland, getting abused and beaten up by the Tongans on his debut for Scotland, struggling to learn flower of Scotland before his debut, his roommates prostitute addiction, the loosest socials he used to have in Japan, his bush, Ali Price being a boring bastard and much much more..... ------------- PLEASE VOTE FOR US TO WIN BEST COMEDY PODCAST HERE - https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-sports-comedy-podcast/ CLAIM YOUR 8 FREE BEERS & 2 SNACKS NOW FROM BEER 52 - ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS PAY THE £5.95 POSTAGE -  www.beer52.com/RIGBIZ

Welcome to The Old Dog Pack Show — the world's premier podcast regarding the mind, body, soul, and money of the middle-aged man. Episode 80 has it all.  The boys discuss near death experiences. They discuss the role of metaphors and innuendo in lyrics. They even discuss the prowess of the Tongans. Finally, thanks to an assist from English Matt, our heroes are reminded of how great it is to be an American as they watch Grand Funk Railroad live the perfect day.  You can see for yourself here: https://youtu.be/M4pErX-HPyM. These four minutes will be the best four minutes of your week.  If you would like to do us a big favor, go on over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a 5 star rating and/or a short review. We may not deserve it yet, but we will one of these days. Click ‘subscribe' while you're there.  We'd also appreciate if you would share us with a friend. You can also check us out at olddogpack.com, where you can sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. It may not be great, but it don't cost nothing.

Last week, Tongans commemorated the first year anniversary of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai Volcanic eruption. Remarkably only three people were killed. But despite the low casualty rate, Finau Fonua found many in the Kingdom are still haunted by the traumatic event.

Over 100 activist groups, including Greenpeace, Veterans for Peace, and the Arms Control Association have signed a letter calling on US President Joe Biden to apologise for nuclear tests conducted in the Marshall Islands; Last week, Tongans commemorated the first year anniversary of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai Volcanic eruption. Remarkably only three people were killed. But despite the low casualty rate, Finau Fonua found many in the Kingdom are still haunted by the traumatic event; It's election week in Tokelau. As Lydia Lewis reports, for the first time in Tokelau's history, all three atolls will take part in the same electoral process; There is criticism of the Papua New Guinea parliament's decision to give Sir Bob Dadae a second term as governor general.There had been hopes that prominent woman candidate Winnie Kiap might have been chosen.

Yesterday marked one year since the eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano in Tonga, causing a tsunami which killed three people, and left thousands homeless. The eruption was the largest atmospheric explosion recorded in modern history, and estimated to be hundreds of times more powerful than the atomic bomb that destroyed Hiroshima in Japan. Being a Sunday, Tongans marked the day at special church services across the country, RNZ Pacific reporter, Finau Fonua is in Tonga and spoke to Charlotte Cook.  

Melissa and Matt give us their top stories of 2022. January: (Melissa) TONGA VOLCANO https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-60051524 https://www.sltrib.com/news/2022/01/22/church-jesus-christ/ https://www.thechurchnews.com/2022/1/21/23218744/first-presidency-tonga-volcano-letter-update Tonga is a very devout nation, with most Tongans belonging to a Christian church. Statistics from a 2016 census show about 19% belong to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, also known as the Mormons - the fastest-growing religious group on the island.Jan 21, 2022 Tonga has the highest percentage of Latter-day Saints of any country in the world (nearly 63%) February: (Matt) UKRAINE SAINTS DEAL WITH WARTIME ISSUES https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/lds-missionaries-moved-out-of-ukraine-as-tensions-mount-with-russia-in-eastern-europe https://www.thisweekinmormons.com/2022/02/kyiv-ukraine-temple-closes-following-russian-invasion/ March: (Melissa) TEMPLE MASK REQUIREMENTS REMOVED https://ksltv.com/486974/church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-removes-mask-requirement-in-temples/ https://www.deseret.com/faith/2022/3/15/22979821/latter-day-saint-temples-may-begin-to-remove-face-mask-requirement-other-covid-19-precautions https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2022/03/15/lds-temples-worldwide/ April: (Matt) LDS MEDIA FEATURES… THAT AREN'T REALLY https://www.deseret.com/entertainment/2022/4/29/23048558/the-rumor-involving-latter-day-saints-that-producers-of-the-chosen-want-to-squash-mormons-social https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/andrew-garfields-under-the-banner-of-heaven-embroiled-in-controversy-days-ahead-of-the-premiere.html/ May: (Melissa) D.C. TEMPLE REOPENING / OPEN HOUSE https://www.npr.org/2022/05/25/1100850964/mormon-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-temple-open-house https://www.deseret.com/2022/6/5/23144875/mormon-lds-church-washington-d-c-temple-open-house-hits-milestone https://www.thechurchnews.com/2022/8/13/23304018/washington-dc-temple-influence-closure-renovation-open-house-president-nelson-rededicate June: (Matt) IDK??? https://gephardtdaily.com/local/church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-announces-effort-to-reduce-water-use-at-meeting-houses-temples/ https://kslnewsradio.com/1970796/church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-reacts-to-roe-v-wade/ July: (Matt) FSY - FIRST YEAR https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/fsy-spots-open-to-more-graduating-seniors-this-year https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/youth/childrenandyouth/fsy/about/youth?lang=eng FSY BEGINS August: (Melissa) TITHING SETTLEMENT CHANGES https://ksltv.com/502338/church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-makes-changes-to-tithing-settlement/ https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/first-presidency-tithing-declaration Honorable Mention (but has been covered a lot already) https://www.abc4.com/news/religion/church-responds-to-ap-investigation-into-sexual-abuse/ September: (Matt) MISSIONARIES - SERVICE RETURNING TO ‘NEW' NORMAL https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/area-breakdown-of-churchs-411-missions-worldwide https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/service-missionary/a-custom-experience?lang=eng October: (Melissa) NEW For the Strength of Youth https://www.ldsliving.com/elder-uchtdorf-announces-a-new-guide-for-youth/s/11035 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/for-the-strength-of-youth/01-message?lang=eng https://www.deseret.com/2022/10/1/23381979/10-new-things-to-know-about-the-new-for-the-strength-of-youth#:~:text=New%20chapter%20focuses,and%20Find%20joy%20in%20Christ. November: (Matt) RESPECT for MARRIAGE ACT https://www.deseret.com/2022/11/17/23464767/senate-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-marriage-equality https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/respect-for-marriage-act-statement https://www.ldsliving.

The people of Tonga are wary of the latest volcanic eruptions after the impact that the destructive Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai eruption had in January.

Tongan Language Week is upon us!  According to Stats NZ, Tongans are the fastest-growing Pacific ethnic group in New Zealand in recent years.  The 2018 census found Aotearoa had a Tongan Population of more than 82 thousand - but only 12 percent of Tongans under 15 spoke the language.  Now the Government is investing in Pacific bilingual education throughout the school system so young people can reclaim their language.  Joining us now to share more on Tongan Language Week and the importance of keeping Pacific languages alive is year 12 student at McAuley Girls High School, Maleohi Tu'ipulotu.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Fa‘avae joins this episode bringing with him his experience as a Tongan/Sāmoan with ties to Niue, and as a founder of the early Tongan scholars network, a Senior Research Fellow at Waipapa Taumata Rau (University of Auckland), and Senior Lecturer at Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato (University of Waikato). Ata and I discuss with Dave some of his intellectual background that seeks to respond to community needs, as well as some of his research interests with intergenerationality, education, and developing critical depth in the terms and concepts we use. Dave shares the positive and important aspects of intergenerational relationships that can alleviate tensions and provide worthwhile wisdom and practices that provide grounded pathways for future generations. We discuss challenges in dominant institutions of schooling as well as their legacies, and the significance of education. We consider Epeli Hau‘ofa's scholarship and the importance of engaging with messy intellectual terrains, facing a greater complexity that requires multiple lenses, while also upholding Indigenous relational ethics, which are also critically confronting external and internal power dynamics.   Terms: Hohoko 'a e To'utangata (inter-generationality, intergenerational and genealogical consciousness); Loto Tonga (in Tonga, the center of Tonga, term that refers to Tongans positioned in the Kingdom of Tonga); Tu'a Tonga (outside of Tonga, the periphery of Tonga, term that refers to Tongans positioned outside of the Kingdom of Tonga in NZ, AUS, US, etc.); Mokopuna (grandchild); Tauhi Vā/Tauhi Vaha‘a (Mediating relationships, upholding kinship/clan and socio-spatial points of relation); Mamahi‘i Me‘a (passion and devotion – both Tauhi Vā and Mamahi‘i Me‘a are among the Faa‘i kaveikoula ‘a e Tonga or Four golden pillars of Tongan culture and society as emphasized by HRH Queen Sālote Tupou III); ‘Eiki Mokopuna (chiefly grandchild or chiefly grandchildren, a unique intergenerational relationship); Tapu (protections, restrictions, commonly considered as ‘sacred-ness'); Ha‘a (lineage, clan); Vā (relation, point between/of relation/connection); Mānava (to breathe, give life); Manava (womb); Mana (potency, honour, prestige); Whakapapa (platformed layers of connection, origin, genealogy); Si‘ota‘aki (harmful criticism, harmfully taking apart another's views or stories); Si‘o (to see or perspective); Ta‘aki (to unpack or take apart); Si‘o-Ta‘aki (reconceptualized as “to deconstruct perspectives, reveal underlying causes, and change understandings”); Post-humanism (a field of studies that looks beyond the human or anthropocentrism/humancentrism, may also confront the assumed universals or presumed hierarchy of humanity and/or the concept of the human); Hoa (partner/companion in both lea faka-Tonga and te reo Māori), Hoa-Haere (close friend, partner, or comrade in te reo Māori), Hoariri (enemy/antagonist in te reo Māori, comprised of partner/companion and anger, sometimes interpreted as angry friend).

This week, McKay talks about aspects of the culture effect, including creating culture, maintaining it, and how to rescue it. He opens up with a story detailing Tonga's devastating volcanic eruption and how the Tongan culture, which values respect and open-mindedness, helped the people weather the storm. McKay notes that, when teams or families have a strong culture, they will thrive and prosper, but, on the other hand, when culture is weak, it can destroy your team and everything you're working for.  McKay also emphasizes that, as leaders, we have the opportunity to influence and shape the culture that drives us, and goes on to share that, to do so, we must learn to value feedback. So, make sure that you are slow to speak and quick to listen when it comes to creating a culture and values. Likewise, an influential leader will lead by example, sharing and modeling the values by which they hope their team will abide. McKay draws this episode to a close with one final piece of advice: be careful who you let join your team. All it takes is one person to totally alter your culture, so protect it and you will protect your team as well. The Finer Details of This Episode: Tonga's devastating volcanic eruption The fall of IBM Defining culture Influencing culture The importance of feedback Sharing and modeling values Why mid level managers create culture Quotes: "Tongans look out for each other and respect others. Many Tongans may avoid outward signs of wealth or affection. They dress in modest ways, and they're highly receptive to other people's opinion and behavior.” “Culture can guide a team, lead a company to thrive and prosper, or culture can, like toxic ash, choke a team and cause companies to fail, or fall.” “Most leaders don't understand culture and they don't know how to diagnose or influence it.” “Culture can help teams be more agile, loyal and effective… Culture can also be a significant liability when it's misaligned with your strategy or values. And it doesn't matter how dysfunctional your culture may be on your team today, you can improve it with a plan and intentional effort.” “So, like the researchers in Roseto, you may have to set up camp for a while on your team, maybe even in your family - watch, listen, and observe. See if you can uncover some of the cultural behaviors and assumptions that your team members have.” “You see, some leaders stopped showing up for the small things. And the result? Their people do the same. What you do duplicates, so if you want to change the culture on your team, model the behavior.” “Hire and recruit people who exemplify what culture you're trying to create. And over time, these managers will influence your entire team. So be very selective about the people you let influence your team.” “Listen, learn, and determine where your culture is today to define the mission and values that will underpin your future culture.” Links:  https://www.mckaychristensen.org/ (Open Your Eyes with McKay Christensen)

It's a big week in rugby league as Origin and midyear Tests clash, with players forced to choose sides. There's unrest in the studio, too, as Adam Mobbs and Michael Carayannis join Phil Rothfield for what he calls the "Buzz podcast", talking about Haumole Olakau'atu's decision to make himself available for Tonga and not the Blues, and how the Tongans, Samoans and Kiwis are shaping up to dethrone the Kangaroos at the World Cup. The boys discuss teams under pressure that aren't named Canterbury or Wests, preview this weekend's games and reveal their hometown teams. To read everything that's discussed in this episode of the Daily Telegraph NRL Podcast go to dailytelegraph.com.au and get yourself a subscription, or download the Daily Telegraph app at your app store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manu grew up on a small island in Tonga, a small nation in itself, in a time where they had no electricity or technologies that we would take for granted today, like TV or cars. Later he would move to the main island to attend high school and start playing rugby, a sport that is dear to the hearts of many Tongans. But his rugby ability would prove to be an asset later, when as a 25-year old he moved to Tasmania and rugby proved an outlet to make friends, build his networks and connect with others in the small Pacific Islander community in Tasmania. Manu now works in the community care sector, assisting young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, and according to Manu, caring for others in the community is very much a part of the Tongan ethos, where family is central to community life. But getting to where he is now has been a rough road at times and he talks about discrimination, trouble with the law, losing his job and turning things around through education and how his upbringing instilled his with the qualities of adaptability and resilience.

A team of New Zealand health experts are heading to Nuku alofa to help people traumatised by January's volcanic eruption and tsunami.

All people deserve to be seen and heard. Those who are not often feel invisible, from their cultural heritage to their material circumstances and societal contributions. This reality led a group of young Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders in 2009 to found Empowering Pacific Islander Communities (EPIC) a nonprofit dedicated to advancing social justice for Native Hawaiians, Chamorros (indigenous people of the Mariana Islands), Samoans, Tongans, Marshallese, and Fijians who call Washington, California, Utah, and Arkansas home. EPICS's executive director Tavae Samuelu leads with deep respect for the lived experience and wisdom of her elders and with an explicitly pro Black and indigenous framework. EPIC connects NHPIs with policy makers to call for data disaggregation, which has identified disproportionate gaps in access to education, health, and immigration services. It also illuminates the devastating and under-reported impacts of the pandemic on Pacific Islanders. EPIC's community leaders begin each meeting, even at the White House, with stories, their personal and most compelling data. As a result, Pacific Islanders are being seen and heard by government at all levels and policy makers are starting to prioritize their needs.

WE'RE BAAAAAAACK! for another week of metal, Satan, ableist privilege, Neil Peart and other memorable drummers, Tongans being bada$$ and much more!

Food security still a concern for Tongans who lost gardens during last month's volcanic eruption and tsunami.

Pasifika GPs say more Covid-19 awareness is needed for communities vulnerable to Omicron; A Iawyer wanting more representation for Norfolk Islanders is contesting for a seat in the Australian Federal Parliament; Food security still a concern for Tongans who lost gardens during last month's volcanic eruption and tsunami.

Poor internet access in Tonga because of last month's eruption and tsunami is putting massive pressure, stress and strain on seasonal workers trying to come to here for the pipfruit harvest. That's only compounded by Tongans having to self-isolate when they arrive due to a Covid-19 outbreak on the island kingdom. Hawke's Bay reporter Tom Kitchin has more.

Myanmar this week marked one year since its democratically-elected government was overthrown by a coup. The generals who took over have promised to restore democracy, “once the emergency is over.” However, protestors calling for democracy have been arrested and beaten, while the army stands accused of murdering more than a thousand civilians, in its efforts to quash opposition to military rule. Jonathan Head has spoken to some of those still resisting the junta. In the year since Myanmar's military coup, three countries in West Africa have also suffered the same fate: Mali, Guinea, and most recently, Burkina Faso. The coup leaders there have explained that they took over because the government was failing to tackle Islamist militants. Henry Wilkins tried to report on what was going on, but found himself arrested at gunpoint. When a volcano erupted off the Pacific Island of Tonga, it triggered a tsunami and covered the island in ash. It also cut the underwater cable which connects Tonga to the outside world, meaning no phone-calls or internet were possible. This was a particular cause of concern for Tongans abroad, anxious to know about the welfare of friends and family. They turned to a small online broadcaster, operating from the outskirts of Brisbane, Australia. Simon Atkinson paid it a visit. US special forces this week raided the home of Islamic State's leader, Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi. It appears he then blew himself up, along with members of his family. This was only a month since al-Qurayshi was held responsible for Islamic State's attack on a prison in Syria, where members of the group were held. The resulting battle went on for more than a week, and Shelly Kittleson has managed to hear from some of those who witnessed it. Yalda Hakim was six months old, when her family fled Afghanistan. Going back there recently, she found dramatic changes since her last visit. Under Taliban rule, there have been widespread reports of Taliban soldiers carrying out summary executions. And when she spoke to women determined to maintain their role in the workplace and wider society, she found their efforts were proving dangerous, and potentially fatal.

As Tonga begins its lockdown, three new Covid-19 cases have been confirmed bringing the total number to five. The outbreak could not have happened at a worse time with Covid-19 restrictions interfering with much needed aid deliveries. The Kingdom is still in the early stages of recovery from the devastating Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcanic eruption and tsunami, that left hundreds of Tongans homeless and properties damaged last month. Tonga's Speaker of Parliament Fatafehi Fakafanua spoke to Corin Dann.

On the 14th of January 2022, disaster struck Tonga and its surrounding islands in the form of a submarine volcanic eruption deemed to be hundreds of times more powerful than the Hiroshima bomb. For a country that is reliant on farming and rainwater, this incident has had devastating impacts on the Tongan people. In today's episode, Peter Harding and Toutai Kefu, the CEO and Head Coach of the Tongan Rugby Union respectively, join us to share what the situation looks like on the ground at the moment and how you can assist the various organizations that are helping to rebuild Tonga. We can't have a Rugby KO episode without at least a little bit of rugby talk, so at the end of the episode you'll hear about what the past few years have looked like for the Tongan Rugby Union, and their exciting plans for the future. Key Points From This Episode:How the recent Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano has affected Tonga. One of the major benefits of sport, and why it's needed in Tonga now more than ever. Examples of how you can assist the people of Tonga through this challenging time.Peter explains how the donated goods will reach those who need them.Future struggles that Toutai and Peter anticipate for Tongans.How the government is assisting people living on the small islands surrounding Tonga. Organizations that are assisting the people of Tonga.Assurance that your donations will get to where they are needed. A rundown of what 2021 looked like for the Tongan Rugby Union.Plans for the future of the Tongan Rugby Union.“Sport's good for health but also good for mental health. And I can tell from talking to people over there, some people are going to need a bit of a lift because there's a lot of hard work ahead.” — Peter Harding [0:03:56] “Anything we can take would help at the moment because there's a lot of people without stuff over there at the moment.” — Peter Harding [0:06:38] “We rely a lot on the land to feed ourselves, and that has been compromised, so I think in the coming weeks that food shortage is going to be a real problem.” — Toutai Kefu [0:07:32] “We're the smallest country in World Rugby, and our budget at the World Cup is the smallest, and we've got the smallest population, but we've got the best players.”  — Peter Harding [0:16:27] Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:GoFundMe Tonga Tsunami Emergency FundraiserTonga Rugby Union on TwitterTonga Rugby Union on FacebookYouth In UnionRed CrossNew Zealand High Commission, TongaKatrina Email AddressRugbyKOEmail RugbyKO

Help is on the way to Tonga from the diaspora Auckland with community members working around the clock to meet shipping deadlines.

  One week after the volcanic eruption and tsunami that hit the islands of Tonga, the UN Coordination Specialist there, says people “are still overwhelmed with the magnitude of the disaster.”  The disaster has affected 84,000 people, more than 80 per cent of the population, and killed three people - although many islands have yet to be reached.   Sione Hufanga explained that UN agencies are in the field distributing dignity kits to the most affected, along with food support, and trying to kick-start the agricultural sector, much of it blanketed in volcanic ash.  Mr. Hufanga spoke to UN News's Alexandre Soares, detailing the most urgent needs and how the disaster can affect the country long-term.

  One week after the volcanic eruption and tsunami that hit the islands of Tonga, the UN Coordination Specialist there, says people “are still overwhelmed with the magnitude of the disaster.”  The disaster has affected 84,000 people, more than 80 per cent of the population, and killed three people - although many islands have yet to be reached.   Sione Hufanga explained that UN agencies are in the field distributing dignity kits to the most affected, along with food support, and trying to kick-start the agricultural sector, much of it blanketed in volcanic ash.  Mr. Hufanga spoke to UN News's Alexandre Soares, detailing the most urgent needs and how the disaster can affect the country long-term.

  One week after the volcanic eruption and tsunami that hit the islands of Tonga, the UN Coordination Specialist there, says people “are still overwhelmed with the magnitude of the disaster.”  The disaster has affected 84,000 people, more than 80 per cent of the population, and killed three people - although many islands have yet to be reached.   Sione Hufanga explained that UN agencies are in the field distributing dignity kits to the most affected, along with food support, and trying to kick-start the agricultural sector, much of it blanketed in volcanic ash.  Mr. Hufanga spoke to UN News's Alexandre Soares, detailing the most urgent needs and how the disaster can affect the country long-term.

Communication is trickling through to ash-blanketed Tonga, but the sheer number of people trying to check on whanau and friends is overwhelming the system. It's been a tough week for Tongans - desperate for any kind of news about the disaster. Kim Moodie reports.

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