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New Caledonia’s separatist parties pick candidates for elections
The pro-independence coalition parties of New Caledonia have selected their candidates for the French Legislative elections being held in June. Wali Wahetra from the Palika Party is standing in one electoral district, and Gerard Reignier from...
New Caledonia thrown into fresh uncertainty after French PM resigns
As part of his visit to New Caledonia for the South Pacific Defence Ministers Meeting, French Minister of Defence at the time, Sebastien Lecornu, performs the customary greeting at the customary senate of New Caledonia. 3 December 2023 Photo: AFP...

Australia’s Travel Hotlist 2021-25: New Favourites, Old Flames And Surprising Drop-Offs
Australians are travelling in two distinct directions, according to a new data-led report from travel consultancy Forward Travel – with some sticking to short-haul comfort zones, while others venture further in search of authentic,...

French PM Lecornu's full speech after resigning
Sébastien Lecornu spoke in the courtyard of the French prime minister's residence on Monday, October 6, after submitting his resignation to President Emmanuel Macron, who accepted it. Below is the full transcript of his address: Sébastien Lecornu:...
FLNKS leader calls for UN–Pacific Forum mechanism to resolve New Caledonia…
The President of the UC–FLNKS and Nationalist Group in the Congress of New Caledonia, Pierre Chanel Tein Tutugoro, has issued an urgent international appeal calling for the establishment of a joint United Nations–Pacific Islands Forum (PIF)...

New Caledonia vs France LIVE Score Updates (0-5) France is trying everything
And the match ends The second half saw a flurry of goals from the French team. New Caledonia were unable to defend well and are heading home after their first appearance in a World Cup. France advances to the next round as the third-best team in...

South Africa and Nigeria surge into the FIFA U20 World Cup last 16
Africa Champions South Africa and Nigeria advanced to the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile following the conclusion of the group matches early on Monday. South Africa settled for a 2nd position in group E on 6 points after...

New Caledonia vs France LIVE Score Updates (0-5) France is trying everything
And the match ends The second half saw a flurry of goals from the French team. New Caledonia were unable to defend well and are heading home after their first appearance in a World Cup. France advances to the next round as the third-best team in...

New Caledonia vs. France: How to Watch, Odds, U-20 Preview
New Caledonia and France face off to continue Group E action of the FIFA U-20 World Cup. France is fighting to advance to the knockout round after losing to the US. They are tied with South Africa in the group standings at three points. Here's...

Highlights and goals: South Africa 2-1 USA in U-20 World Cup
TRANSMISSION ENDS Thank you very much for joining us for our coverage of this match between the South African and United States U-20 national teams for the U-20 World Cup being held in Chile. Stay tuned for all the latest sports news at Vavel.com....

USA vs. South Africa, 2025 U-20 World Cup: Time, TV schedule, streaming and lineups
The United States Men’s U-20 National Team close out group play at the U-20 World Cup today when they take on South Africa. They have already booked a place in the knockout stage, but hope to clinch the group today. After wins against New...
Manuel Valls reappointed Minister for French Overseas in new Cabinet
Valls began serving on the role in December 2024 under the previous François Bayrou government. Photo: AFP / Delphine Mayeur French Prime Minister has reappointed Manuel Valls as the Minister for Overseas, in response to a request from a majority...

New Caledonia And New Zealand Set For OFC U-19 Women’s Championship Decider
Press Release – OFC With the two sides already having met in the Group stage, where New Zealand only led 1-0 after 70 minutes before scoring late goals to secure a 4-0 victory, Waitronyie insists his group will fight hard against the Junior...

Television and radio – October 5, 2025
TODAY TIME TV CH HT AUTO RACING F-1 Singapore Grand Prix 1:55 a.m. ESPN NA/222 70 Extreme E Championship Saudi Arabia 2 a.m. FS2 NA/241 76* NASCAR Cup Bank of America Roval 400 9 a.m. USA 29/555 123 BASEBALL: MLB PLAYOFFS, AL DIVISION SERIES Game...
New Caledonia make history by qualifying for first FIFA™ U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026
New Caledonia have defeated Fiji 2-0 to qualify for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 in Poland and the final of the OFC U-19 Women’s Championship 2025. Fiji created more opportunities throughout, but couldn’t find a way past New Caledonia’s...

FIFA U-20 World Cup: Nigeria’s Fate Hangs On Colombia Decider
October 05, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s Flying Eagles find themselves perched on the edge of the knockout stage at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Chile, their fate balanced on a knife’s edge after two contrasting performances. The team has accumulated...

Young Kulas edge Cook Islands 3-2 on penalties to win bronze at OFC U-19 Championship
Young Kulas edge Cook Islands 3-2 on penalties to win bronze at OFC U-19 Championship The Young Kulas has beaten the Cook Islands 3-2 on penalties to win bronze in the OFC U-19 Women’s Championship in Tahiti. The match had ended with a nil-all...

South Africa U20 set new record in FIFA U20 World Cup win over New Caledonia
South Africa's under-20 side have registered their first win at the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Chile Amajita thrashed New Caledonia in their second group stage match after losing their first match against France The victory over New Caledonia sets...

Summary: South Africa 5-0 New Caledonia in U-20 World Cup
End of match The match ends with the final score of South Africa 5-0 New Caledonia, a great victory to take the 3 points in this group stage of the U-20 World Cup, a great match given to us by both teams, great second time. 88' In the final...

New Caledonia defeat Fiji and make history
[Photo Credit: OFC] New Caledonia defeated Fiji 2-0 to qualify for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026™ in Poland and secure a spot in the OFC U-19 Women’s Championship 2025 final. Fiji dominated the first half and created several chances, but...