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• The Pacific Islands are struggling with "alarming levels of poverty" according to a new report out of Australia.

"The report, which looks at social and economic conditions in 14 countries in the Pacific plus East Timor, says the region faces serious challenges including rising sea levels, epidemics of malaria, diabetes and HIV, and surging oil prices. But it says long-term growth is possible and areas such as transport and aviation have begun to improve." ~ Link

• The next time you're in Tokyo you might want to consider renting a dog ~ Link

• I got email today from Tol in Chuuk! A technician working on the new connection on our campus on the remote island sent a test email. ~ Link