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Billy Zane channels cinema’s great 'Godfather' in new film
Actor Billy Zane joined Paul Milliken to talk about his latest performance in "Waltzing with Brando," which is a movie about the man known as "The Godfather." ATLANTA - Billy Zane and Marlon Brando go back a long way. "‘On The Waterfront,’ in a...

How to watch New Zealand vs Australia: FREE Rugby Championship 2025 streams, TV schedule, preview, teams
The Rugby Championship 2025 has been nothing short of extraordinary thus far, with all four teams locked on two wins and two defeats apiece and only varying bonus points separating the sides. That it comes down to two Bledisloe Cup matches between...

Aranui Cruises will have two ships sailing French Polynesia in 2027
New ship, Aranoa will join Aranui 5 to cruise all-year round in French Polynesia. The company is offering 20 per cent discount for the first two voyages onboard Aranoa. There are early bird deals of between 10 and 15 per cent discount if bookings...

French Polynesia’s president endorses nuclear-free Pacific
AMERICAN singer, songwriter, rapper, and record producer, Akon, is set to electrify Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations, confirmed for September 16. After months of keeping everyone on the line, he made the announcement...
A return trip to French Polynesia became more than just another trip to paradise
Open this photo in gallery:The m/s Paul Gauguin is a 330-passenger cruise ship, named for the French painter who was inspired by the islands.Tim McKenna/Paul Gauguin Always follow the sound of the drums. That might be the best bit of advice for...

Our pick of the world’s best cruise lines to suit every style of traveller
Choosing a cruise can be complicated. There are countless lines and ships to choose from and each has its own appeal and target audience. Some go all-out to entertain families, with kids’ clubs, extravagant theatre shows, water slides and...

Wallis & Futuna Comes Alive: Culture, Sport, and the AIRCALIN MANATAI CUP 2025
Wallis & Futuna, a hidden gem in the South Pacific, recently hosted the AIRCALIN MANATAI CUP 2025 from August 9th to 16th. Organized by Aircalin Manatai and supported by Wallis & Futuna Tourism, this event celebrated traditional sports, local...

I Went To The Maldives And Avoided The Beach—And I Don't Regret It
Forget the beaches—the real Maldives is found beyond the tourist-filled shores. Of course, the turquoise waters and white sand are breathtaking, but the islands’ true magic lies in adventure and culture. For those who want to skip the beach and...

How to watch Australia vs Argentina: FREE Rugby Championship 2025 streams, TV schedule, preview
It's safe to assume both the Wallabies and the Pumas learned plenty from last weekend's thriller. Argentina had led 21-7 at half-time, but couldn't cope with Australia after the interval, with Angus Bell crossing the whitewash in the 85th minute...

Michael Kors brings neutral colours to New York Fashion Week
NEW YORK: Earth tones and a wanderlust spirit defined the Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2026 runway show on Thursday morning, marking the first official day of New York Fashion Week. Inside a century-old former shipping terminal in Manhattan's...
Michael Kors blends earthy and elegant at New York Fashion Week
1/3 Swipe or click to see more REUTERS/MIKE SEGAR Models present creations from the Michael Kors Spring 2026 collection during New York Fashion Week in New York City. 2/3 Swipe or click to see more REUTERS/MIKE SEGAR A model presents a creation...
Designer Michael Kors blends earthy and elegant at New York Fashion Week
By Jenna Zucker NEW YORK -Earth tones and a wanderlust spirit defined the Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2026 runway show on Thursday morning, marking the first official day of New York Fashion Week. Inside a century-old former shipping terminal in...

Pacific Island Leaders’ spouses visit National Art Gallery
As part of the official program for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM54), the spouses of Pacific Island leaders, accompanied by Madam Joycelyn Manele, visited the Solomon Islands National Art Gallery today. They were...

Spouses of PIF leaders visit Art Gallery
Spouses of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders took time on Monday to visit the National Art Gallery in Honiara as part of the official program for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting engaging with local artisans and traditional...
Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban Relationship Timeline
In 2017, Nicole Kidman revealed on the Ellen DeGeneres Show that, after first meeting Keith Urban in a chance encounter, the country singer took a while to formally ask her out. “I had such a crush on him and he wasn’t interested in me,” she...

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban relationship timeline as couple divorce after 20 years
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A timeline of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's turbulent relationship as the pair split
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have separated after 19 years of marriage, bringing an end to a relationship that has lasted for two decades – here's a timeline of their romance. TMZ reported on Monday (29 September) that the pair had officially...

There and Back Again: Panama City Beach
This September 2025, Margaret and I drove down to Panama City Beach for a few days. I did not remember how white and fine the sand along the beach was. The sand was as fine as powder, with almost no grain at all, more like talcum powder. It was so...

How Did Now-Separated Couple Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Meet? A Look Back At Their Relationship Timeline of 20 Years
After nearly two decades together, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's marriage has officially ended; but it all began with a quiet moment at a gala in Los Angeles. How did their relationship unfold from first glance to final farewell? Nicole Kidman...

Seasteading is making a comeback — but these utopian paradises on the high seas have a history of failure
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