#pacificislanders

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#sosefinamovie #polynesian #movie #pi #aapi #representationmatters #sosefina #pacificislanders #aapicommunity #hollywood #pacificculturesrepresent #pacificislander #samoa🇼🇸 #samoans #aapicommunity #tongangirls #tongans #pasifika #pasifikafilms https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpwm6kzOmlK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[super-rugby-pacific-live]

Super Rugby Pacific Live

Stream Link Now: https://livesportsiptv.com/Super-Rugby-Pacific-Live-2023/

Super Rugby Pacific Nations is an annual rugby union tournament that was first held in 2020. It is contested by teams from the Pacific Islands (Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, and Japan) and is held as part of the greater Super Rugby tournament. The tournament is played in a round-robin format and the winner is determined by the team with the most points at the end of the tournament. The top two teams from the tournament qualify for the Super Rugby quarter-finals.

[noaasanctuaries]

BREAKING NEWS:

NOAA proposes national marine sanctuary in Papahānaumokuākea

Today, NOAA has released a draft proposal to designate a national marine sanctuary in the marine portions of Papahānaumokuākea. Home to the endangered Hawaiian monk seal, threatened green turtles and many species found nowhere else on earth, the complex and highly productive marine ecosystems of Papahānaumokuākea are significant contributors to the biological diversity of the ocean. 

Papahānaumokuākea is of great importance to Native Hawaiians, and Hawaiian culture is a foundational element in its management. It is also home to a variety of post-Western-contact historic resources, such as 19th-century commercial whaling shipwrecks and artifacts and those associated with World War II’s Battle of Midway.

The public is invited to comment on the sanctuary draft proposal through May 7, 2024.

[deqdwinter]

𐔌᭥ᩙ༉ㅤ ㅤ 𒈔ٍ⃛ㅤ ㅤ candy!

pairing: toru oikawa x chubbyfem!reader

word count: 1.6k (HELLO??)

summary: when toru comes back from practice with a few scratches, he knows the one person who can kiss them better...

warnings: oral (f.receiving), mentions of breeding, little mention of cum eating at the end, toru is a chubby lover idc idc, sort of in between rough and soft sex??, pet names (baby, my love, mama, pretty boy, etc.), toru is a little shit (i love him sm)

authors notes: HAIIIIIILOOOOOOOOOOOOOO i'm so sorry that i've been so MIA like...... i went on vacation for like a week and even before that I had a bunch of tests and shit and then work right after it was just wayyyyy too much erm... BUT ANYWAYS i hope you guys enjoy this and i promise A LOTT more is coming tehe :3 also can y'all tell i have a breeding kink or is it not too obvious?

Toru Oikawa has never needed anyone before in his life. 

His needs satiated by the attention of those who bombarded him with gifts, kisses on his charming face, letters that confessed their undying love for him. It had all been very cliche if he had to be brutally honest. Though, he never let it distract him. At least not completely.

Toru had continued to feed his love for volleyball past high school, exceeding his own expectations throughout his training to better his skills. Fortunately, throughout his self training, Toru had met the one person who wouldn’t chase after his attention…

“Baby? I’m home.” He mumbled as he held a tissue up to his bleeding nose. Leaving his shoes at the front door before closing it shut. He went to set his bag on the floor before freezing for a mere second and hanging it on the hook near the door. 

He heard your feet patter against the wood floor as you made your way towards him, and he already knew what your reaction to his injury would be…

“Hi my lo–Oh my gosh what happened?!” You screamed in worry as you rushed to your boyfriend's side, cupping his cheeks with one hand grabbing his hand to move the tissue from his face. 

“Ah it was nothin’. Hinata had spiked the ball and it hit my face…” He chuckled breathily as he looked down at you. 

“Well it was clearly something, Toru. You’re bleeding!” You whined as you pulled him by the arm and into the bathroom. “You better tell that little shit that if you seriously get hurt, I’m gonna kill him.” You grumble as you sit him on the toilet and rummage through the drawers for the first aid kit. 

“It’s not that serious, mama. I’m fine. Just a lil’ scratch.” Toru grinned as you rolled your eyes and walked towards him with the first aid kit in hand. He hissed as you pulled the tissue away from his face and let it fall into the trash can that was beside the both of you. 

“Look up.” You grumbled as you cupped his cheek with one hand and dabbed the cut on his nose with the other. “You need to start being more careful.” 

“You say that like I was at the verge of death.” His chuckle quickly turned into a low groan at the sting of the alcohol on his cut. 

“You will be if you don’t shut up.” You huffed before dabbing his cut a few more times, oblivious to the chocolate brown eyes that stared at you. 

He basked in the feeling of your skin against his. Your calloused but careful touch that had its own way of scolding him for being so careless of his own body, and gods did he love it. 

You pulled away for a second to stare at his face, finally noticing his piercing but charming stare. “What?” You looked down at him as he tilted his head to the side before shaking it softly. 

“Nothin’...” He mumbled before you huffed again and went to continue cleaning before he quickly grabbed your wrist, his tall figure standing up from the toilet and pulling you towards him as he stared down at you with a small grin on his pretty lips. “So pretty… Aren’t ya?” He whispered as he moved bits of your hair away from your face and grinned. “All mine too, hm?” He grinned as he leaned down to press a kiss to your plush lips, one hand grabbing a handful of your ass while the other was tucked around your hip, with your hands burying themselves in his fluffy brown hair as you pulled him in for more. His tongue dove into your mouth the second you gave him access, twirling around your own before he pulled away to give you both a breath, a smirk on his face before he pouted mockingly as he looked down and grabbed your hand, “This hurts too, ya’ know?” He mumbled against your lips with a grin as he moved your hand towards his hard-on that pressed against his shorts. 

You look up at him and tilt your head, a small grin painting your lips before leaning up and pressing a kiss to his lips. “I always take care of you… Why don’t we switch the roles this time, pretty boy?” You purr against his lips with a smirk. 

Toru pounced as he pushed his lips against yours and leaned down to wrap his hands under your thighs, lifting your plush body off the ground and pushing you against the wall as your tongues clashed together. With one hand buried in his hair and the other wrapped around the back of his neck, Toru pulled you away from the wall and exited the bathroom and placed you roughly on the bed, climbing over your body and hovering over you as his lips never left yours before he ended up pulling away, only for a second to remove his shirt. His toned body always amazed you. After years of hard work, Toru was able to build muscle on every part of his body, but still stay the same soft boy you met a year ago. 

You ran your hands over his abdomen as he leaned down again to press a soft kiss to your lips before pulling away again, a soft chuckle leaving his mouth at your small whine. “Relax, mama…” He whispered as he hooked his fingers under your shorts and pulled them down, along with your underwear. “Fuck…” He groaned lightly as he looked down at your twitching cunt that was begging for attention. 

“Toruuu..” You whined as you reached to grab his hands that began to push your legs towards your chest, with your lover who began to kneel on his knees as he came face to face with your weeping pussy. 

“Patience, baby. I got you…” He smirked before he looked back down at your cunt, his eyes glistening with need before he dove in between your legs. His tongue explored your folds as it occasionally flicked your clit. He groaned with his face buried in between your legs at your taste, “You taste so fuckin’ good…” 

You ground your pussy against his mouth as you held tightly onto his hair, pulling softly with soft moans leaving your plush lips, your legs threatening to close around his head as he began harshly sucking your clit into his mouth, “O-Oh god–!” You whined as he continued to eat out your cunt with a need only you could satisfy. “T-Toru– I’m gonna–” You began to squeal until you felt him pull away from your cunt with a pop. “W-Wha-”

“Mm mm. You’re gonna come on my cock before anything else.” He grinned as he hooked his fingers under his own shorts and slipped them down his long legs, pulling you towards the end of the bed by your legs and hooking your calves over his shoulders as he guided his dick towards your entrance. “What do you want for dinner? I was thinking about getting takeout maybe.” 

“What the fu–!” He cut you off as he pushed his cock inside of you, your walls tightening around his dick as he then leaned down with your legs still over his shoulders, and his hands on the backs of your thighs. “Y-You little sh–”

“Shut up for a second…” He groaned lightly into your ear, his breath warm against the side of your face. He pulled away to rest his forehead against yours as he opened his eyes to stare into your own. “God, you’re so fuckin’ beautiful…” He hissed before pressing a kiss to your lips as he began thrusting his cock into you at a mediate pace, the squelch of your cunt music to his ears as the bed began to rock and creak softly. “Holy fuck…” He groaned lowly at the feeling of your walls tightening around his dick. 

“T-Toru–” 

“I know, mama. I know.” Toru groaned lightly as his pace began to increase, his dick pistoning in and out of your cunt. You could feel your walls begin to twitch as you felt the cord in your lower stomach pulling until the point it could snap at any moment. “Cum for me. Cum all over this dick, baby.” He whispered against your lips with a smile, his head diving to then press kisses on your chest as he pulled your tank top down just enough to free your breasts, his lips wrapping around your nipple as he continued thrusting into you swiftly. 

“C-Cum inside me, Toru… Please.” You whined as you buried your hands in his hair once again, pulling at his brown locks as he pulled away from your chest and grabbed ahold of your plush hips. The feeling of his cock pistoning in and out of you at such a vigorous pace and your walls tightening around him as you both got closer and closer to your climax. 

He moaned at your words as he leaned down and grabbed fistfuls of the sheets on the sides of your head, “I’m gonna fuckin’ breed you, mama. Wanna get you pregnant, all nice and full of kids.. You’d like that huh?” He chuckled breathily before his pace began to stutter. “F-Fuck–G-Gonna–” He whimpered as his pace faltered, with your moans echoing in his ear as you came around his cock, and his cum painting your insides white. Your toes curled at the feeling of your orgasm washing over, breathless pants leaving both of your lips as you felt Toru pull away from you. 

“Toru?” You mumbled as you reached for him with your eyes closed before you felt hands on the back of your thighs again, “Toru?” You called out again before a moan erupted from your throat. You felt his tongue begin to suck your clit once more, with his cum seeping out of your hole as licked every drop up. 

He moaned against your folds before pulling away, looking up at you with half lidded eyes, “Gotta make sure I clean up… right?”

[jhoffmannphotography]

A morning vision of “old” Hawaii. Or, at least the romantic idealization of “old” Hawaii. This spot is the entrance to a historical Hawaiian fish pond that is now the home to hundreds of eels forever stuck in the pond unable to return to the sea. Fish ponds were common through out the pacific islands. The execution of the fish ponds varied between island cultures. Hawaiians lashed coconut trunks together in a narrow channel that allowed small fish and other sea creatures into the pond. Once there they were relatively safe until the fish grew too large to escape the narrow passages between the coconut tree gates. It was a way for the Hawaiians to sustainable fish the reefs and manage fish populations. #bigislandhawaii #hawaii #hawaiimagazine #yourshotphotographer #natgeotravel #fishpond #sustainability #conservation #hawaiianlife #island #pacificislander https://www.instagram.com/p/CqWBpdZPDfg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[frnwhcom]

In the tranquil town of Hana on the Hawaiian island of Maui, a small motorboat named the Sarah Joe set sail on February 11, 1979, carrying five skilled fishermen: Peter Hanchett, Benjamin Kalama, Ralph Malaiakini, Scott Moorman, and Patrick Woessner. Little did they know that this would mark the beginning of a mysterious and tragic tale that continues to baffle investigators and haunt the families of the missing men.

[whatshappeningintheworlds-blog]

The U.S. Coast Guard rescued three men who had been stranded on the island for nine days.

They were found after rescue teams spotted a distress signal in the air that they wrote in newspapers.

They were reported missing because they did not return from trip To Pikelot Atoll - an uninhabited coral island near Guam.

This is the second time in four years that people have been rescued from the island.

[lesdupont]

Pacific is on the LOOKING TRHOUGH LP LYS 053

[moon-skin-93]

The Coeur de Voh in New Caledonia

Behold the breathtaking beauty of the Coeur de Voh in New Caledonia, a mesmerizing sight that captivates visitors from around the world.

[sosefinamovie]

watch Sosefina at manuscriptfilms.com

#sosefina #polynesian #fypviral #fyppp #italy #nauru #southkorea #india #palau #indonesia #nambia #poland #cookislands #canada #japan #newcaldonia #vanuatu #northernlands #unitedkingdom #guam #micronesia #solomonislands #marshallislands

[magicaldisneyworld]

Makena Beach is a long and wide popular beach in Maui Hawaii Escape to Makena Beach, where you can stroll along the endless shores and let the ocean breeze sweep you away.

[herbivorepr]

Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner?

3 pages from May 1967 Gational Neographic

The sideways sunrise at the bottom makes me think of Tycho and also The Movement GOLDEN

Created listening to Kruder & Dorfmeister. Shout out to Adam Schroeder for burning me my first K&D 💿 back in the day

[juststareatthestarsforever]

The Coeur de Voh in New Caledonia

Indulge in the serenity and tranquility offered by the Coeur de Voh in New Caledonia, a true gem that showcases the pristine beauty of this remarkable island.

[adorableplacestotravel]

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Take a breathtaking virtual journey to beautiful Auckland city in New Zealand. Explore its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and iconic landmarks.

[thxnews]

HMS TAMAR Crew Rededicates WWII POW Memorial

  A Long-Awaited Tribute to the Royal Artillery POWs

In a poignant ceremony on Ballalae, Shortland Islands, the crew of HMS TAMAR, a Royal Navy vessel, refurbished and rededicated a memorial honoring 517 British soldiers who were prisoners of war during World War II. Eighty years after these brave soldiers were executed by the Japanese Imperial Forces, the ceremony served as a heartfelt tribute to their sacrifices and an opportunity for reconciliation and remembrance.  

A Tragic History Unveiled

The story traces back to November 1942 when 517 soldiers of the Royal Artillery, who had been captured during the fall of Singapore earlier that year, were transported to the Island of Ballalae. The Japanese captors forced them into constructing an airfield, referred to as an 'unsinkable aircraft carrier,' in the unforgiving tropical climate. Months of relentless forced labor, coupled with brutal tropical conditions, took a severe toll on the prisoners. Many succumbed to exhaustion and tropical diseases, while others perished due to Allied bombings. Adding to their misery, their captors forbade them from building trenches to protect themselves during bombings. As the Allied forces liberated the South Pacific islands in 1943, the Japanese Commanders on Ballalae feared imminent capture and, in a horrific act, executed the remaining 57 prisoners.  

Discovering the Tragedy

Following the liberation, the United States forces bypassed Ballalae, leaving the island to deteriorate. It wasn't until 1945 that the first Allied forces landed on Ballalae and discovered the remains of the 57 soldiers in shallow trenches. An investigation, conducted by an atrocities commission, led to the discovery of a mass grave containing 436 bodies identified as British artillerymen. Later, the authorities re-interred these fallen soldiers in separate graves at the Bomana War Cemetery near Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Each grave bore a solemn inscription, 'Here lies a Soldier, known only to God.'  

A Pilgrimage and a Fading Tribute

In 2003, three relatives of the POWs undertook a pilgrimage to Ballalae to honor their fallen ancestors. They dedicated a memorial at the airstrip in the form of a cairn, featuring a wooden cross and a plaque donated by the Royal Artillery Association. Regrettably, as the site was not a registered Commonwealth war grave, it did not receive regular maintenance, and by 2007, the memorial had fallen into disrepair.  

A Renewed Dedication

Enter Mr. Phil Jones, an ex-British serviceman working in the Solomon Islands as part of an Australian government mission. Recognizing the importance of preserving the memorial, he generously rebuilt it with an iron cross atop a concrete plinth, preserving the remains of the old cairn.  

A Touching Ceremony of Remembrance

Fast forward to 2023, marking 80 years since the tragic events of 1943, the British High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands, His Excellency Thomas Coward, seized the occasion during HMS TAMAR's visit to the islands to maintain the monument. Amidst the scenic coral beach of Ballalae, the High Commissioner and HMS TAMAR's Captain, Commanding Officer Teilo Elliot-Smith, received a warm welcome from the local community in Shortlands. With the crew's concerted effort, rust and grime accumulated over 16 years were removed, restoring the memorial to its former glory. A poignant service of re-dedication followed, paying solemn homage to the soldiers who had lost their lives on the island.   A Timeless Tribute HMS TAMAR's Chaplain, Reverend Mick Uffindell, officiated the re-dedication service, with the ship's crew and local community representatives attending. In the touching ceremony, the British High Commissioner, His Excellency Thomas Coward, and HMS TAMAR's Executive Officer, Lieutenant Commander Matt Millyard, reverently laid traditional remembrance red poppy wreaths. The Solomon Islanders also contributed to the homage, presenting handmade floral bouquets. The refurbishment and re-dedication of the memorial stand as a poignant testament to the enduring bond between nations and the timeless tribute to the brave souls who paid the ultimate sacrifice. In commemorating these fallen soldiers, the event reaffirms the importance of honoring the past while building bridges for a peaceful future.   Sources: THX News & British High Commission Honiara. Read the full article