Tarita Teriipaia was born on December 29, 1941, in the idyllic setting of Bora Bora, French Polynesia. With her mixed heritage of French Polynesian and Chinese descent, Tarita grew up immersed in the rich cultural traditions of her homeland. This unique background would later inform her identity as an actress and a prominent figure in the film industry. Raised in the picturesque beauty of the South Pacific, Tarita’s early life was marked by the serene landscapes and vibrant community of Bora Bora, which would shape her character and values.
Rise to Fame: “Mutiny on the Bounty”
Tarita’s entry into the world of cinema began with her role in the 1962 film Mutiny on the Bounty, directed by Lewis Milestone. In th…
Friendship bracelets have long been cherished as symbols of deep connection and affection. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a new friendship or strengthen an existing bond, several stylish and innovative options are available today. From classic designs to modern tech-infused creations, these bracelets offer a unique way to express your sentiments. Here, we delve into some of the most popular styles of best friend friendship bracelets you must try, including the innovative Candy Original Touch Bracelets, the versatile totwoo collection, and more.
Candy Original Touch Bracelets (Deep Blue + Light Blue)
One of the standout options in friendship bracelets today is the Candy Original Touch Bracelet. Available in a striking combination of deep …
Julia Spurzem
UNITED NATIONS, Nov 17 2005 (IPS) – The United Nations is moving forward with plans to create a new rapid-response fund for humanitarian disasters, even if it fails to reach its pledge target of 500 million dollars.
We will go ahead. We cannot wait, Stephanie Bunker, spokesperson for the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), told IPS.
Called the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), it will allow the U.N. to send aid to the victims of natural disasters and other emergencies within a matter of days, rather than the weeks it often takes now.
The new CERF will replace the existing fund established in 1991. U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan notes that this fund and other U.N. instruments, like the flash appeal or the Consolid…
Glyphosate spraying of illegal drug crops has caused environmental damage in Colombia’s rainforest. Credit: Public domain
BUENOS AIRES, Apr 28 2015 (IPS) – After the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared glyphosate a probable carcinogen, the campaign has intensified in Latin America to ban the herbicide, which is employed on a massive scale on transgenic crops.
In a Mar. 20 publication, the WHO s (IARC) reported that the world’s most widely used herbicide is probably carcinogenic to humans, a conclusion that was based on numerous studies.
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Mental health concerns for Bangladeshi garment workers — especially females — has always been of concern, even before the collapse of Rana Plaza. Credit: Obaidul Arif/IPS
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 19 2019 (IPS) – Nearly seven years ago, garment workers in Bangladesh were victims of one of the gravest man-made disasters in history a factory collapse that left more than 1,100 workers dead, and rendered thousands with injuries in many cases lifelong ones.
For many of the workers from Rana Plaza, the trauma remains real even to this day.
Bangladesh relies heavily on its garment industry for its rising status in the global economy, with text…
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Feb 2 2021 (IPS) – “Oh what a tangled web we weave When first we practice to deceive”. Walter Scott’s lines, already over two centuries old, nicely sum up how pursuit of national advantage and private gain have undermined the public interest and the common good.
As known COVID-19 infections exceed 100 million internationally, with more than two million lives lost, rich countries are now quarrelling publicly over access to limited vaccine supplies. With ‘vaccine nationalism’ widespread, multilateral arrangements have not been able to address current challenges well.
Jomo Kwame Sundaram
Vaccine nationalism has meant that the rich and p…