Falkland Islands / Malvinas
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:15:00 GMTCharles III launched the King's Baton Relay for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
His Majesty King Charles III, Patron of Commonwealth Sport, has officially launched the inaugural Commonwealth Sport King’s Baton Relay for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games at Buckingham Palace on Commonwealth Day, Monday ...
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMTFalklands, VSAT Public Consultation Launched
The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) is seeking views from the public on the proposed changes to the policy that guides the issuing of VSAT licenses and the associated fee level. The proposed changes were recently considered b...
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:59:00 GMTFalklands BFSAI stationed, support BAS in reconnaissance mission in Antarctica
The British Forces South Atlantic Islands, BFSAI continue to support the British Antarctic Survey following a reconnaissance mission over the Union Glacier, Antarctica.
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:09:00 GMTFalkland Islands Join Global Celebrations for Commonwealth Day
The Falkland Islands have joined nations worldwide in celebrating Commonwealth Day, reaffirming their commitment to democracy, peace, and international cooperation within the 56-member Commonwealth.
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:42:00 GMTFalklands celebrates Commonwealth Day; King Charles III Message
In honor of Commonwealth Day this Monday the 10th of March the Union Flag will be raised alongside the Falkland Islands Flag on Victory Green. This will be in the company of Members of the elected Legislative Assembly, and the ...
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:38:00 GMTFalklands, dead Gentoo penguins return positive for avian influenza
Last Wednesday, 05 March 2025, dead Gentoo Penguins on the Falkland Islands Cape Dolphin turned out positive to the highly pathogenic avian influenza. Swabs from three of a few Gentoo Penguins found dead at Laskaridis acreages ...
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 13:23:00 GMTFalklands Legislative Assembly marks International Women’s Day
As the world marks International Women’s Day on March 8, the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has taken the opportunity to celebrate and recognize the contributions of women and girls within the community.
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:49:00 GMTFalklands’ flag and Union Jack at half-mast to mark funeral of ex MLA Ian Hansen
This Thursday March 6th, the Falkland Islands flag and the Union Jack flew at half-mast in remembrance of the former Member of the elected Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly, Ian Hansen whose funeral took place today.
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:16:00 GMTHow Shackleton’s Endurance was found, Falklands Maritime Heritage
Celebrating the 3rd anniversary of finding Endurance, the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust has released for the first time an animated film of the full route of the Endurance22 team from the start of their search in Cape Town ...
Wed, 05 Mar 2025 09:40:00 GMTA23a iceberg poses no threat to South Georgia, for now
The world's largest iceberg, A23a, has grounded 73 kilometers off South Georgia Island, alleviating concerns about a potential collision that could have disrupted the local wildlife's food supply. The iceberg, weighing nearly o...