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2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Vaimoana Mase

Misiafa Nathaniel Lene's parents, Taito Louis and Taunese Lene, hold each other as their 12-year-old son is laid to rest. Photo / Michael CraigFamily and friends farewelled 12-year-old Misiafa Nathaniel Fealofa’i Lene in South Auckland today. Misiafa died from dengue fever after being evacuated from Samoa to Auckland’s Starship hospital. His parents urged others to take precautions against dengue, following their son’s tragic death.

2 weeks ago | newstalkzb.co.nz | Vaimoana Mase

Pope Francis’ funeral will take place today at St Peter’s Square in Vatican City. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will attend, alongside world leaders such as Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump. Pope Francis will be buried at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, following the service. A funeral steeped in centuries-old tradition is set to take place today as the head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, is farewelled.

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Vaimoana Mase

The funeral for Pope Francis starts today at 8pm (NZT). Photo / Getty ImagesPope Francis’ funeral will take place today at St Peter’s Square in Vatican City. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will attend, alongside world leaders such as Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump. Pope Francis will be buried at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, following the service.

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Vaimoana Mase

Taito Louis and Taunese Lene are grieving the death of their son Misiafa (inset) who contracted dengue fever in Samoa and died in Auckland. Photo / Dean Purcell. Misiafa Lene, 12, died of Dengue Fever in AucklandHe had been medically evacuated from Samoa, where he contracted the disease. Samoa declared a dengue fever outbreak on Thursday. Fiji is dealing with an even more severe outbreak. Travellers are advised to take precautions during school holidays.

1 month ago | nzherald.co.nz | Vaimoana Mase

Vaisioata and Makanesi Vimahi and their nine children have made up to $30,000 a time with their wildly popular Tongan food stall at Polyfest. Photo / Alex BurtonOne family has a food stall at Polyfest that’s so popular it delivers them up to $30,000 a year. The Vimahi family has used the money to put their children through overseas universities - and pay their mortgages.