Features
Something different for Diesel fans
Saturday 31 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
Fast flashy cars, daring actions and ponderous dialogues: all these are typical of a movie starring Vin Diesel.
How whaling began in the South Pacific
Saturday 31 October 2015 | Published in Weekend
Gerald McCormack of the Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust who wrote this three-part feature, says dedicated researchers in the South Pacific Whale Research Consortium, including Nan Hauser, have made a large contribution to the recent explosion of information about humpback whales. “Although science is always a “work in progress” this seems like a good time to review the situation,” he says.
Forget the past – you're forgiven!
Friday 30 October 2015 | Published in Church Talk
Micah 7:19: “He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities;
Homecoming documentary puts Pukapuka on the map
Tuesday 27 October 2015 | Published in Weekend
An internationally-renowned documentary crew has finished 46 days of production in Rarotonga, Pukapuka, Aotearoa, and Hawaii.
Scare yourself silly for Halloween
Tuesday 27 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
Movie fans will have noticed that the upcoming movies at the Empire Cinema belong to the same genre – and you can blame the imminent arrival of Halloween on October 31.
US trip a thrill for LDS group
Friday 23 October 2015 | Published in Church Talk
Fifty members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints from the Cook Islands travelled to the United States recently as part of a group excursion to attend the church’s “semi-annual” Conference, held in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Keep the Commandments
Friday 23 October 2015 | Published in Church Talk
Many laws and commandments govern our existence here on Earth.
Island comedy has powerful message
Monday 19 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
The production of a New Zealand comedy film is currently underway on Rarotonga, providing a lot of excitement for the cast, the crew and the community.
Miss Cook Islands prepares for Miss World
Monday 19 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
Vaka Takitumu maiden Natalia Short is the Miss Cook Islands Association’s Miss Cook Islands 2015.
Miss Cook Islands off to Miss World pageant
Monday 19 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
Natalia Short takes a moment in her first emotional first walk as the Miss Cook Islands Association’s Miss Cook Islands to look to the heavens and say a prayer of gratitude. As well as being crowned, it was also confirmed that the Vaka Takitumu woman and national netballer will represent the country at the Miss World Pageant to be staged in China.
Talented Tangee turns troubles into triumphs
Saturday 17 October 2015 | Published in Weekend
This week CI News features a 50 Tamariki Kuki Airani profile on Cook Islands singer and recording artist Tangee (Tangi Kokaua).
It's showtime for 10 lovely women
Saturday 17 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
Strong cultural heritage and identity will be the foundation of tonight’s Miss Cook Islands Association finale show and crowning of Maine Kuki Airani 2015.
Peter Pan 'prequel' leaves some gaps
Saturday 17 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
Sometimes in order to know the truth behind the end of a tale, you have to start from the beginning.
Looking good for Miss Pacific show
Friday 16 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
Miss Pacific Islands and her chaperone Kristian Scanlan left the Cook Islands on Wednesday this week with a renewed sense of support for the nation as hosts of Miss Pacific 2015.
Beauties of the Pacific
Wednesday 14 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
Miss Pacific Islands Latafale Auva’a (left) and Miss Cook Islands Felicia George showing off the natural beauty of the Pacific while in Aitutaki.
In praise of unsung heroes
Wednesday 14 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
Behind the 10 stunning Miss Cook Islands contestants are teams of talented mentors, each ensuring their girl shines bright in the public arena.
Resort wins Restaurant of the Year
Tuesday 13 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
Nautilus Resort has taken out the inaugural Supreme Award for Restaurant of the Year, topping a group of Cook Islands eateries wowing the public with their culinary creations.
Miss Pacific Islands comes to the rock
Monday 12 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
GLAMOUR met island roots last week at The Crown Beach Resort and Spa as Miss Pacific Islands Latafale Auva’a make her debut in the Cook Islands.
'Rarotonga scientist' is the genuine article
Saturday 10 October 2015 | Published in Weekend
This week CI News features a 50 Tamariki Kuki Airani profile on Cook Islands scientist Teina Rongo. The 50 Tamariki series was started on Facebook last year by Cook Islands journalist Florence Syme-Buchanan. It profiles ordinary Cook Islanders doing extraordinary things.
Pimp your 'lid' and win a great prize
Saturday 10 October 2015 | Published in Entertainment
A competition designed to create awareness among secondary school students of the need to wear motorcycle helmets is also encouraging them to think creatively.
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