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Sailors Held Hostage as Nations Unite Against Indian Ocean Piracy Surge
Coalition launches maritime task force to combat Indian Ocean piracy and secure hostage sailors.
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Island Nation Faces Economic Crossroads as Tourism Dominance Threatens Long-Term Stability
Mauritius must diversify its economy beyond tourism to ensure long-term stability.
Oceania
Defective condoms flood French stores; health agency warns of contraceptive failure risk
Uncertified condoms sold online and in stores pose contraceptive and infection risks to consumers.
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Why Major Retailers Skip Reunion Island, Leaving Shoppers With Fewer Choices and Higher Co
Distance and local barriers limit retail competition on French island territory
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Tourism and Island Life
The Anse-La-Raie Exit Story Missing Its Paper Trail
Luxury Suites Ltd left by public communiqué, while claims of a 100-arpent state-land deal and beach relocation go undocumented.
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The long read
U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Fragile as Peace Talks Stall Over Strategic Divide
A ceasefire holds but strategic incompatibilities block lasting peace between US and Iran.
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Madagascar Sets July 2027 Vote on New Constitution; Presidential Election to Follow
August 18, 2026
Island Nation Faces Economic Crossroads as Tourism Dominance Threatens Long-Term Stability
April 15, 2026
Mauritius economy slows sharply; families brace for budget cuts
July 09, 2026
EU-backed program triples certified fruit farms in Reunion; growers gain market edge
July 03, 2026
Madagascar's Disappearance Crisis Puts Thousands at Risk; Public Safety Institutions Faili
July 15, 2026