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Daniel K. Fale may have been right regarding my interpretation of the Constitution. Mr. Fale pointed out, "the law applies to all "chiefs and commoners." There shall be but one law in Tonga for chiefs and commoners for non-Tongans and Tongans. My problem with this phrase is: Tupou V is neither a chief nor a commoner; he is the King. - Tama Foa

The General Voters Party GVP is cautious about the Communique issued by the Forum Leaders after their Retreat in Port Moresby on Monday 27/1/09.

History has it that there was not yet a single year without war in history known to a mankind, and that war has been fought since time immemorial. Therefore, the biggest question today would be: Is it really possible to end wars? -Ivan Simic

After thunderstorms and heavy rains eased this afternoon, a Tropical Cyclone Warning previously in force for Ha'apai, Tongatapu and 'Eua was cancelled and replaced by a strong wind warning.

The United States is extremely disappointed that Fiji's self-appointed leader, Commodore Frank Bainimarama, refused to attend the Pacific Island Forum PIF conference of leaders in Port Moresby on January 27. -US Department of State

When Mr. Sevele took office as the Prime Minister of the kingdom, there were lots of hopes riding his appointment. To our dismay, the freedom of the press got more restrictions under his watch than any other time. - TamaFoa

Two mining companies, TCK Tonga Ltd. and Nautilus Minerals Tonga Ltd., have made a total of $1.24 million pa'anga of withholding tax payments to the Tonga government for their mineral exploration in Tongan waters in 2008.

The Australian Day celebration kicked off at the Teufaiva Stadium at mid-day with an exhibition game of Aussie Rules football between Vava'u and Tongatapu Under-17 teams.

It was back to school today for thousands of Tongan school children attending government high schools and primary schools, as well as some church high schools, colleges and primary schools.