Pacific tsunami warning cancelled after Vanuatu quakes (Second lead)

SYDNEY - The tsunami warning issued after two powerful earthquakes rocked the South Pacific near the Vanuatu archipelago has been cancelled, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre said Wednesday.

Solomon Islands launches reconciliation with help of Desmond Tutu

HONIARA, Solomon Islands — South Africa’s Archbishop Desmond Tutu called for reconciliation, not revenge, as he launched a commission Wednesday aimed at resolving ethnic tensions that saw hundreds killed and at least 20,000 driven from their homes.

Solomon Islands quake sheds light on enhanced tsunami risk

WASHINGTON - Geoscientists have said that the 2007 Solomon Island earthquake may point to previously unknown increased earthquake and tsunami risks because of the unusual tectonic plate geography and the sudden change in direction of the earthquake.

New Zealand PM to auction arm cast for charity

WELLINGTON - A cast worn by New Zealand Prime Minister John Key on his broken arm will be auctioned for charity, New Zealand media reported Thursday.

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