News: New Caledonia

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New Caledonia's quake-triggered tsunami alert lifted

Wednesday, December 5th 2018, 9:39
related countries: France, Pacific Ocean

There are no reports of damage after a 7.5 magnitude quake east of the French territory in the Pacific.
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New Caledonia: French Pacific territory rejects independence

Sunday, November 4th 2018, 23:32
related countries: France

The Pacific islands of New Caledonia vote to stay part of France, but by a tighter margin than expected.
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Wild New Caledonian crows possess tool-craft talent

Tuesday, August 9th 2016, 23:43

Scientists confirm that wild crows from New Caledonia in the South Pacific can craft tools.
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VIDEO: Leopard Shark gets cuddle from worker

Thursday, June 4th 2015, 3:38

A worker in an aquarium on the Pacific island of New Caledonia has been filmed hugging a leopard shark while taking a break from cleaning the tank.
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Young crows seen learning at 'tool school'

Tuesday, October 26th 2010, 7:38

Young New Caledonian crows learn to use tools by going to "tool-school", where they can observe their parents at work.
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Triple treat - New Caledonian crows extend tool-using tricks

Tuesday, April 20th 2010, 23:13

New Caledonian crows can use three tools in succession in order to attain a treat, scientists say.
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Labour unrest grips New Caledonia

Wednesday, August 5th 2009, 14:33
related countries: France

Armed union activists wound two police officers in clashes in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia.
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Strong quake hits New Caledonia

Thursday, January 15th 2009, 10:02

A strong quake rocks the New Caledonia islands in the South Pacific, but no tsunami or damage are reported.
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French fight New Caledonia fires

Sunday, January 1st 2006, 15:50
related countries: Aruba, France

French and Australian firefighters fly in to tackle forest fires blazing for a week in New Caledonia.
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