Islands

Cold, remote and short of women: A portrait of life on the Faroe Islands

Photographer Andrea Gjestvang spent six years documenting the lives of bachelors in the Faroe Islands, a remote archipelago with over 107 men for every 100 women. read more

U.S. aims for over $7 billion in aid for 20-year Pacific islands compacts

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Palau's President Surangel Whipps Jr., Micronesia's President David Panuelo and Marshall Islands' President David Kabua at the State Depar ... read more

7 Stunning Private Islands for Sale Now, From the Bahamas to Greece

Paparazzi-proof and the ultimate nature-filled getaway, private islands allow you to vacation on your own terms. read more

China boosts South Pacific influence with Solomon Islands port deal

SYDNEY: A state-backed Chinese company has won a contract to develop a key Solomon Islands port, a major victory in Beijing's quest to gain a strategic toe-hold in the South Pacific. read more

US denies that China expelled American warship from near disputed islands

U.S. Navy officials denied Thursday China's Southern Theatre Command claims that the USS Milius was forced away from the contested Paracel Islands. read more

Small Pacific islands look to push sustainable tourism as visitors return

They have been looking to limit the number of visitors and size of tourism projects. Read more at straitstimes.com. read more

China firm wins Solomon Islands port project as Australia watches on

CCECC was awarded the contract after being the sole bidder in a competitive tender. Read more at straitstimes.com. read more

Sea Lion Offshore Project in Falkland Islands Could Finally Reach FID in 2024

A final investment decision for the long-stalled Sea Lion development offshore the Falkland Islands could be reached in 2024, ... read more

From seafood to feta, these are the best Greek islands for foodies

Which islands in Greece are best for foodies? While you might want to snap the sunsets of Santorini or explore the ruins of Delos during your trip to Greece, Fragakis wants you to ... read more

Former US swim champ Jamie Cail died in Virgin Islands a month ago and it's unclear how

Former U.S. swim champ Jamie Cail was reported dead under suspicious circumstances in February, after her boyfriend told police he found her unresponsive. read more