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First postcode for remote UK isle First postcode for remote UK isle- The BBC tells the tale of how Tristan Da Cunha acquired the postcode TDCU 1ZZ. Tristan Times Tristan Times- The island's online newspaper. Replica Longboats Replica Longboats- Another site selling replica longboats Tristan da Cunha Group and Gough Island Tristan da Cunha Group and Gough Island- Some notes on the plant species of Tristan and Gough Tristan da Cunha Tristan da Cunha- A brief page on the Radio St Helena site describing this small island group that is administered from St Helena, but located quite a distance away. Awaiting St Helena’s new airport Awaiting St Helena’s new airport- The BBC reports that the coming of an airport presents new opportunities and challenges to one of Britain's most remote outposts, ending 350 year… Islanders “happy to stay cut off” Islanders “happy to stay cut off”- The BBC reports that plans to build an airport on St Helena have been frozen, but a poll suggests many locals are relieved. An Airport for St. Helena An Airport for St. Helena- Saint Helena Herald - article relating to the building of an international airport Wikipedia - Transport on Saint Helena Wikipedia - Transport on Saint Helena- Hyperlinked encyclopedia provides information about highways, railways, airlines, airports and water transportation. RMS St Helena RMS St Helena- Passenger and cargo services from the UK and South Africa to St Helena. Voyage schedules, bookings, information, and offers. Meet Jonathan, St Helena’s 182-year-old giant tortoise Meet Jonathan, St Helena’s 182-year-old giant tortoise- The BBC reports on what might be the world’s oldest living land creature. Life on one of the world's most remote islands Life on one of the world's most remote islands- The BBC reports on how being so cut off affects those living on one of the most remote settlements on the planet. St Helena National Trust St Helena National Trust- Organisation to promote the environmental and cultural heritage of the island. Projects, membership, contact details, and links. St Helena Family History St Helena Family History- A forum individuals who research family histories on St. Helena, Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha The St Helena Institute The St Helena Institute- Research into St Helena, Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha, and the maintenance of research registers and the provision of detailed resources for St H… Saint Helena - An Island in the South Atlantic Ocean Saint Helena - An Island in the South Atlantic Ocean- Includes a brief history of this British colony, links to local artists, a guest book and island mailing list, information on… St Helena Institute St Helena Institute- The St Helena Institute was founded in 1997 to co-ordinate and undertake research into the Island of St Helena and its dependencies, Ascension Island and Tris… Natural History of St Helena and Ascension Island Natural History of St Helena and Ascension Island- Provides list of publications on the islands and their biology, some photos of endemic plants and animals, and information about… Radio Station World - Saint Helena Radio Station World - Saint Helena- List of broadcasters, TV and radio stations (local, national, international, shortwave and on the web), with links where available. Saint FM, the Heartbeat of St Helena Saint FM, the Heartbeat of St Helena- St Helena's privately-owned radio station, also publishing the St Helena Independent. Topix - Saint Helena News Topix - Saint Helena News- Headline links from media sources around the world. Radio St Helena Radio St Helena- Historical information about the short wave station that closed in 1999. Virus-Hit Island Seeks Urgent Aid Virus-Hit Island Seeks Urgent Aid- The BBC reports that Britons on a remote south Atlantic island seek urgent medical supplies after an outbreak of viral asthma. NationMaster - Saint Helena NationMaster - Saint Helena- Profile includes information for various aspects of the country, with a special emphasis on statistics and rankings. Columbia University Libraries - African Studies: St. Helena Columbia University Libraries - African Studies: St. Helena- Directory of categorized and annotated links. CIA - The World Factbook: Saint Helena CIA - The World Factbook: Saint Helena- Features map and brief descriptions of the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military and transnation… Wikipedia - Saint Helena Wikipedia - Saint Helena- Hyperlinked encyclopedia article covers the history, government and politics, geography, economy, demographics, language and culture of the African count… US Law Library of Congress - Saint Helena US Law Library of Congress - Saint Helena- Annotated compendium of online sources providing access to primary documents, legal commentary and general government information about … World Statesmen - Saint Helena World Statesmen - Saint Helena- Review of the country's history, politics, leaders and international organizations and treaties. Includes map, constitution, national anthem and pi… World Legal Information Institute - Saint Helena World Legal Information Institute - Saint Helena- Catalog and search facilities for over 500 databases from 55 countries including case-law, legislation, treaties, law reform repo… A Doctor's Thoughts on St. Helena A Doctor's Thoughts on St. Helena- A short book includes over 100 photos and a series of anecdotes as published in the St. Helena News. Provides a guide to life on St.Helena from … Thorpes Thorpes- Retailer of groceries, hardware, tyres, and ammunition. Price lists, company profile, online order form, and contacts. Ascension Island Heritage Society Ascension Island Heritage Society- Founded in 1966, to awaken public concern in, and appreciation of, the geography, history, natural history and architecture of Ascension Island,… Ascension Island Post Office and Philatelic Bureau Ascension Island Post Office and Philatelic Bureau- Also services to people living on Ascension such as driving licenses, vehicle licenses and registration, fish exportation permi… Charles Darwin’s ecological experiment on Ascension isle Charles Darwin’s ecological experiment on Ascension isle- The BBC reports on how Kew Gardens and the Royal Navy conspired to build a fully functioning but totally artificial ecosy… Smith Family Visits 1997, 2004-5, 2006-7 Smith Family Visits 1997, 2004-5, 2006-7- Account of three visits to the Island, with pictures and information. UK makes Atlantic sea bed claim UK makes Atlantic sea bed claim- The BBC reports that Britain is to present its case to the UN to extend its territorial rights around Ascension Island. Obsidian Group Ltd. Obsidian Group Ltd.- Operators of the Obsidian Hotel, Hayes House Hostel, Clarence House Hostel, Garden Cottage and Paradise Beach House provides price list, contact details and i… The Islander The Islander- Ascension Island online newspaper provides news and a webcam. Volunteer-run since 1971. Ascension Island Government Ascension Island Government- Official site provides news and information about the island and its administration for residents and visitors. Includes a virtual photo tour. The .AC Domain Registry The .AC Domain Registry- The Domain registry for all names carrying the .AC suffix. Weather Underground - Rwanda Weather Underground - Rwanda- Displays current conditions for all major cities on one page, with five-day forecast and more detailed information for each available. Intore Expeditions Intore Expeditions- Offers tours, gorilla trekking and safaris. Based in Kigali, owned and operated by Rwandans Paul Karemera and Shelly Anne Rosen. Rwanda Gorillas Rwanda Gorillas- Provides photographs and information on gorillas, on the Parc National des Volcanos where they are found, and on accommodation and safaris. New Dawn Associates Ltd New Dawn Associates Ltd- Rwandan tour operator specializing in educational and responsible tourism. These include educational tour packages, project excursions, community-based to… Rwanda Eco-Tours Rwanda Eco-Tours- Local ecotourism development company offering safaris, custom tours and gorilla trekking groups. JK Safaris JK Safaris- Offers East African safaris, specializing in gorillas and chimpanzees, from their Kenya and Rwanda bases. Wikipedia - Transportation in Rwanda Wikipedia - Transportation in Rwanda- Hyperlinked encyclopedia provides information about highways, railways, airlines, airports and water transportation. Ethnologue - Languages of Rwanda Ethnologue - Languages of Rwanda- Information about the living languages of the African country including population, region, classification, dialects and alternate names. Culture of Rwanda Culture of Rwanda- Includes history, people, traditions, women, beliefs, food, customs, family, social, dress, marriage, men, life, wedding, population, rituals and ethnic relatio…