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Bottom trawler on the Grand Banks pulling a large green fishing net from the ocean.

August 27, 2026

Deep-Sea Mining Pacific Islands: ISA Legal Dispute Over Ocean Minerals

Deep-sea mining divides Pacific Islands Forum. Nauru, Cook Islands sponsor exploration; Palau, Fiji, Samoa oppose moratorium. ISA regulatory framework remains unresolved. Australia uncommitted.

Meteorologist Jeriann Ritter in a red outfit holding a mailed package and wearing a personalized scarf in a TV studio.

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Jeriann Ritter reveals bulbar ALS diagnosis after 22 years at WHO 13: “I’m gonna live, and I’m gonna love”

WHO 13 Meteorologist Jeriann Ritter Shares ALS Diagnosis Journey WHO-13 meteorologist Jeriann Ritter holds a personalized scarf gifted by a viewer, a moment from earlier outreach that now contrasts with her disclosure of a suspected bulbar ALS diagnosis. (Photo source:

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