Incredible moment hero whale saves diver from shark by hiding her under fin
A humpback whale in the Cook Islands was filmed protecting a diver from a shark by guiding her with its body and hiding her under its fin.
Pacific Islands flagged Russia's 'shadow vessels' — now they want out
Pacific Islands, including the Cook Islands, are de-registering Russian 'shadow vessels' involved in deceptive practices amid concerns about their growing presence and implications for international law.
Cook Islands reports dengue death, amid increase in outbreak
The Cook Islands has reported a death linked to a dengue fever outbreak, prompting calls for vaccine availability in New Zealand and the launch of a national prevention campaign.
Cook Islands reports first dengue death in current outbreak
The Cook Islands has confirmed its first dengue death during the ongoing outbreak, prompting health authorities to initiate preventive measures against the disease.
Cook Islands reports first dengue death, amid increase in outbreak
The Cook Islands has reported its first dengue death as cases of the virus continue to rise, prompting health authorities to initiate Operation Namu-26 to combat the outbreak.