The Antenna

finding signal in the noise

Pacific 2023.46

An experiment in personal news aggregation.

(date: 2023-11-17 17:10:36)


UH alumnus Masaru Oshiro named Social Work Pioneer®

date: 2023-11-17, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Oshiro dedicated his life’s career to social work and focused on helping meet people’s basic needs to enhance their well-being.

The post UH alumnus Masaru Oshiro named Social Work Pioneer® first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/17/oshiro-named-social-work-pioneer/


UH partners with Propeller to accelerate climate solutions

date: 2023-11-17, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

UH Mānoa has forged a new partnership with Propeller Ventures to build on initiatives to accelerate climate solutions.

The post UH partners with Propeller to accelerate climate solutions first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/17/uh-partnership-propeller/


UH-mazing holiday recipes: Richard Ramirez’s chilaquiles

date: 2023-11-17, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Ramirez’s grandmother and mother made chilaquiles, a traditional Mexican breakfast dish, for him and his siblings/

The post UH-mazing holiday recipes: Richard Ramirez’s chilaquiles first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/17/uh-mazing-holiday-recipes-ramirez-chilaquiles/


Students connect to business, cybersecurity career opportunities

date: 2023-11-17, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

UH West Oʻahu students connect with local businesses and alumni in hopes of internships and to guide their path after college.

The post Students connect to business, cybersecurity career opportunities first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/17/business-cybersecurity-career-opportunities/


Murder trial set for February

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

A man accused of being involved in the death of Jason Susuico will go to trial in January.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/murder-trial-set-for-february/article_5238d5bc-84eb-11ee-8452-6ff8ed61926d.html


Behavioral Health director: Sanctuary to shut down, become part of WestCare

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

Sanctuary Inc. of Guam, as a nonprofit organization, will no longer be “a player out there,” according to Theresa Arriola, director of the Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center and a former executive director at Sanctuary.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/behavioral-health-director-sanctuary-to-shut-down-become-part-of-westcare/article_ef10ddf6-842f-11ee-85cc-1354c739a271.html


ERA, HAF continue to provide pandemic relief

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

Roughly 500 Guam residents are still in need of Emergency Rental Assistance as a result of hardship experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic and homeowners will soon be able to apply for continued aid under the Homeowners Assistance Fund.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/era-haf-continue-to-provide-pandemic-relief/article_a8e1814c-84ec-11ee-9709-9f984b1961e1.html


Apprenticeship Week celebrates increase in program enrollment

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

The number of apprentices enrolled in the Guam Registered Apprenticeship Program has grown in the last six fiscal years, from 229 registered apprentices in fiscal year 2018 to 433 in fiscal 2023, the administration announced in a press release.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/apprenticeship-week-celebrates-increase-in-program-enrollment/article_74ff4e02-84ee-11ee-8914-23ed97b7dfac.html


Commando Warrior training continues at Andersen AFB

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

Andersen Air Force Base, home to the Pacific Regional Training Center, continues to operate the Commando Warrior sustainment training through members of the 736th Security Forces Squadron Commando Warrior Flight, the Air Force announced in a press release. The sustainment…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/commando-warrior-training-continues-at-andersen-afb/article_aeaa59bc-8502-11ee-bf37-87dac800eff2.html


GPD reveals car encroached into oncoming lane in Mangilao crash

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

A three-car collision Thursday evening in Mangilao was the result of a car encroaching into the oncoming lane, according to police.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/gpd-reveals-car-encroached-into-oncoming-lane-in-mangilao-crash/article_0415b5a4-84e5-11ee-be29-af1d6ee4cbc2.html


Man, 64, sought by police in criminal sexual conduct offenses

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

Police are looking for a 64-year-old man to question in connection to offenses related to criminal sexual conduct.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-64-sought-by-police-in-criminal-sexual-conduct-offenses/article_7e151cac-84e8-11ee-832e-4fd9702fdaae.html


Triple J Bubble Color Run 5K/10K Saturday in Upper Tumon

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

Triple J Auto Group recently announced in a news release that its 5K and 10K Bubble Color Run is scheduled for Saturday, starting at the dealership’s main location in Upper Tumon in front of Kmart.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/triple-j-bubble-color-run-5k-10k-saturday-in-upper-tumon/article_2e7a66e2-77a1-11ee-9409-c314fb2d73dc.html


Nearby disturbance could become tropical depression by Saturday

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

A tropical disturbance in the region could possibly develop into a tropical depression by the time it passes near Guam on Saturday.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/nearby-disturbance-could-become-tropical-depression-by-saturday/article_33289d7e-8504-11ee-bffd-afff3294a780.html


Music festival takes Guam Beyond the Reef this weekend

date: 2023-11-17, from: The Guam Daily Post

The upcoming Beyond the Reef Volume 2 Music Festival will bring island vibes this weekend, with food trucks, food vendors and talented singers from Guam and across the Pacific.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/music-festival-takes-guam-beyond-the-reef-this-weekend/article_17bf0a3a-829f-11ee-a75c-8327b90a23c9.html


Economic Symposium rebranded Development Symposium;

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Focuses on development sustainability, community-focused growth Palau’s Economic Symposium was successfully rebranded this year as the Development Symposium, focusing on sustainable development and community-focused growth.  “Our theme reflects our expanded focus.  We are not just talking about economic growth. We are exploring energy, tourism, education, technological innovations, and social initiatives …all crucial drivers of our […]

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https://islandtimes.org/economic-symposium-rebranded-development-symposium/


South Australian fugitive arrested in Palau,

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Awaiting extradition to Australia An Australian fugitive, sought in Australia on charges of attempted murder and conspiracy to murder, was arrested in Palau on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, through collaborative work between the South Australian Police criminal investigation unit, Australian Federal Police, and Palau law enforcement.  The accused, Ms. Lisa Lines, a 43-year-old woman, is […]

The post South Australian fugitive arrested in Palau, appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/south-australian-fugitive-arrested-in-palau/


Court declares K. Isechal as Iechadribukel, Naomi Mobel, Bechekeldil of Ngeribukel Clan

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Palau Trial Court declared defendants Kione Isechal as Iechadribukel and Naomi Mobel as Bechekeldil of Ngeribukel Clan of Ngerbeched, Koror, Palau.  The Court order also states that they are strong members of Ngeribukel clan “and as such, have authority or power over the lands, traditional titles, and affairs of Ngeribukel Clan.” Another long-running case of […]

The post Court declares K. Isechal as Iechadribukel, Naomi Mobel, Bechekeldil of Ngeribukel Clan appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/court-declares-k-isechal-as-iechadribukel-naomi-mobel-bechekeldil-of-ngeribukel-clan/


Alii Palau Airline  to bring more than tourists: Minister Tmetuchl

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Alii Palau Airlines, the new locally incorporated airline company, will arrive on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2023, adding new routes and more flights to Palau. “The flight routes will open Singapore, India, and Bhutan to us, expressed Minister Ngirai Tmetuchl of the Ministry of Human Resources, Culture, Tourism and Development.  He added that it will […]

The post Alii Palau Airline  to bring more than tourists: Minister Tmetuchl appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/alii-palau-airline-to-bring-more-than-tourists-minister-tmetuchl/


Aimeliik has the lowest voter turnout

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Governor Simer remains unopposed Unofficial results of the 13th Aimeliik State Government General Election held on November 14, 2023, revealed the lowest voter turnout in its general election history, with only 35% total voter turnout. Out of the total 850 registered voters, only 300 votes were cast.  If 81 expected absentee ballots are received in […]

The post Aimeliik has the lowest voter turnout appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/aimeliik-has-the-lowest-voter-turnout/


PICRC launches Tal Ngimech – One Drop Film Festival

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

In celebration of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary’s (PNMS) 8th Anniversary, the Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) launched a call to all students from Kindergarten to PCC to submit a 2–3-minute film on what the ocean means to them and tying it to the importance of the PNMS. There were four (4) categories: K-4th […]

The post PICRC launches Tal Ngimech – One Drop Film Festival appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/picrc-launches-tal-ngimech-one-drop-film-festival/


PICRC, MAFE, and Airai State PAN Office staffs attended JICA’s mangrove training in Iriomote Island, Japan

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Staffs of Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC), Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and the Environment (MAFE), and Airai State PAN Office attended the mangrove training in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. This training was organized by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) as part of a three-year joint coastal ecosystem management project of JICA and PICRC. The training […]

The post PICRC, MAFE, and Airai State PAN Office staffs attended JICA’s mangrove training in Iriomote Island, Japan appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/picrc-mafe-and-airai-state-pan-office-staffs-attended-jicas-mangrove-training-in-iriomote-island-japan/


Community-led marine monitoring in Yap and Palau

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Since July, a team of Palau-based OneReef Micronesia members and trained conservation officers from partner communities conducted a series of marine imaging missions in Yap state, FSM and Ngardmau State, Palau. Two missions took place in Yap: the first in Ngulu Atoll evaluating 12 sites, followed by another covering 13 sites around Yap proper. All […]

The post Community-led marine monitoring in Yap and Palau appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/community-led-marine-monitoring-in-yap-and-palau/


Ceremony marks completion of Fishers Learning Center

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on November 13, 2023, to mark the successful completion of the Fishers Learning Center located at Ngetmeduch Park, Koror. The Center- a product of the public-private partnership between Uchul A Chei Fishers (UACF), Koror State Government (KSG) and OneReef Micronesia (OneReef) established early this year- is an alternative learning […]

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https://islandtimes.org/ceremony-marks-completion-of-fishers-learning-center/


Workshop conducted targeting the management capacity of PAN State staff

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

On Thursday, the 9th of November 2023, a workshop was held at Palau Coral Reef International Center (PICRC) bringing together the working hands of the Palau Protected Area Network (PAN) and its conservation partner agencies.  The purpose of the workshop was to provide an overview of the Pacific Biodiversity and Sustainable LandSeascapes (Pacific BioScapes) Program […]

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https://islandtimes.org/workshop-conducted-targeting-the-management-capacity-of-pan-state-staff/


PacREF lauds Palau’s Educational Progress Setting the Bar for Regional Progress

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

The Pacific Regional Education Framework (PacREF) Programme Joint Oversight Mission team has expressed its admiration for Palau’s unwavering commitment to education excellence, citing the nation’s proactive approaches to implementing PacREF activities to complement its own national efforts in striving to achieve its national education targets. During a recent four-day Joint Oversight Mission (JOM) to Palau, […]

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https://islandtimes.org/pacref-lauds-palaus-educational-progress-setting-the-bar-for-regional-progress/


USAID partners with SPC to support local organizations

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Koror, Palau – ON October 30, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Assistant Administrator for Asia Michael Schiffer announced USAID’s support to three civil society organizations in partnership with the Pacific Community (SPC) as part of its Pacific People Advancing Change program. Through funding and technical assistance, USAID aims to bolster these local organizations to […]

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https://islandtimes.org/usaid-partners-with-spc-to-support-local-organizations/


Palau sweeps the Best Performance Award for the fourth consecutive time at this year’s Taipei International Travel Fair

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

On November 3-6, 2023, Taiwan hosted the 2023 Taipei International Travel Fair held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. In total, the event welcomed 344,475 attendees, marking a 76.3% growth from last year’s 195,366 attendees. The Palau delegation consisted of Jennifer Olegeriil-Orrukem, Vice Chairwoman of the Palau Visitors Authority (PVA) Board, Sharrise Ngiraked, Manager of the […]

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https://islandtimes.org/palau-sweeps-the-best-performance-award-for-the-fourth-consecutive-time-at-this-years-taipei-international-travel-fair/


PAWS  Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic is going to Melekeok State

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Palau Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) alongside Governor Henaro Polloi will be holding a Spay/Neuter Mobile Clinic at Melekeok State on November 17, 2023; starting at 9am we will be at the beach summer house across the State office, and we will hold our services till 2pm. This clinic is made possible with a grant from […]

The post PAWS  Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic is going to Melekeok State appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/paws-mobile-spay-neuter-clinic-is-going-to-melekeok-state/


REINVENT YOUR LIFE

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

Love requires hard work that shed blood, sweat and tears so you may want to salvage the precious jewels lost after the shipwreck.  If you were created in the image of God you were born of love with incredible gifts and talents that came with the whole package. Healing is finding your meaning. Always remember […]

The post REINVENT YOUR LIFE appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/reinvent-your-life/


New Zealand and Australia must follow PIF aspiration with action

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

WELLINGTON (OXFAM) — Oxfam welcomes the Pacific Island Forum’s acknowledgement that the response to the climate crisismust involve a just and equitable transition away from fossil fuels, but notes this acknowledgement falls short of Pacific civil society demands for the statement to go further and call for an end to all production of fossil fuels […]

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https://islandtimes.org/new-zealand-and-australia-must-follow-pif-aspiration-with-action/


Palau, as PSIDS Chair, calls for a revolution to end plastic pollution

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

NAIROBI (SPREP) — Twenty-three million tonnes of plastic are released to the environment every year and half of it ends up in the Pacific Ocean every time. This number is expected to double by 2030 under a business-as-usual scenario.  With this in mind, 14 Pacific Small Island Developing States (PSIDS) are in Nairobi, Kenya, reiterating […]

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https://islandtimes.org/palau-as-psids-chair-calls-for-a-revolution-to-end-plastic-pollution/


USAID Supports Pacific Energy Stakeholders to Accelerate Transition Towards a Fossil Fuel Free Pacific

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

SUVA (USAID) — Energy sector leaders and stakeholders from more than ten Pacific Island countries have come together today to collaborate on project ideas and action plans that will help accelerate the transition to clean and resilient energy in the region.   The two-day regional workshop on Accelerating Clean Energy Transitions and Resilience in Pacific Island […]

The post USAID Supports Pacific Energy Stakeholders to Accelerate Transition Towards a Fossil Fuel Free Pacific appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/usaid-supports-pacific-energy-stakeholders-to-accelerate-transition-towards-a-fossil-fuel-free-pacific/


Fresh off meeting with China’s Xi, Biden is turning his attention to Asia-Pacific economies

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

By COLLEEN LONG and AAMER MADHANI Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Fresh off his meeting with the leader of China, President Joe Biden on Thursday will address CEOs grappling with the risks to their businesses from world crises and spend time trying to persuade other Indo-Pacific leaders that the U.S. is committed to nurturing economic […]

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https://islandtimes.org/fresh-off-meeting-with-chinas-xi-biden-is-turning-his-attention-to-asia-pacific-economies/


Stock market today: Asian shares wobble and oil prices fall after Biden’s meeting with China’s Xi

date: 2023-11-17, from: Island Times

By ELAINE KURTENBACH AP Business Writer BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares have retreated after Wall Street added a bit more to its big rally from a day before, while U.S. futures and oil prices were lower. Any lift in sentiment from a meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping appeared to fade after […]

The post Stock market today: Asian shares wobble and oil prices fall after Biden’s meeting with China’s Xi appeared first on Island Times.

https://islandtimes.org/stock-market-today-asian-shares-wobble-and-oil-prices-fall-after-bidens-meeting-with-chinas-xi/


GBHWC leads efforts to address opioids and illicit drugs on Guam

date: 2023-11-17, updated: 2023-11-17, from: Marianas Variety

HAGÅTÑA (The Guam Daily Post) — The Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center was awarded the Strategic Prevention Framework for Prescription Drugs, or SPF-Rx, grant, the agency announced in a press release. GBHWC will get $2.5 million in funding, from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, to address prescription medication misuse in the country through a strategic prevention framework, GBHWC said in the release.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/gbhwc-leads-efforts-to-address-opioids-and-illicit-drugs-on-guam/article_59876cde-850e-11ee-bb5e-1b4303e6d26d.html


Guam governor lectures legislature on fiscal prudence

date: 2023-11-17, from: Pacific Island Times

By Mar-Vic Cagurangan While signing the energy credit extension into law, Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero reprimanded the legislature for making…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/guam-governor-lectures-legislature-on-financial-prudence


OPA reports an increase in Guam education agency’s expenditures

date: 2023-11-17, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The Guam Department of Education’s expenditures jumped by $36.4 million, from $346.7 million in 2021…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/opa-reports-an-increase-in-guam-education-agency-s-expenditures


Chef Roy Yamaguchi selected as Culinary Institute of the Pacific executive director

date: 2023-11-17, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Among the executive director’s duties is developing the Culinary Institute of the Pacific’s new restaurant on Diamond Head.

The post Chef Roy Yamaguchi selected as Culinary Institute of the Pacific executive director first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/16/new-culinary-institute-of-the-pacific-executive-director/


Mānoa professor wins National Book Award for Indigenous poetry

date: 2023-11-17, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Craig Santos Perez’ book was one of 10 finalists in the running for the 2023 National Book Award for Poetry.

The post Mānoa professor wins National Book Award for Indigenous poetry first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/16/perez-indigenous-poetry-book-award/


Ensuring safe drinking water for all

date: 2023-11-17, from: Pacific Island Times

As a community member dedicated to water safety, I respectfully call for collaborative action to strengthen protections for our island’s…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/ensuring-safe-drinking-water-for-all


Fostering the next generation of STEM leaders through hands-on activities

date: 2023-11-16, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

UH Mānoa students, faculty and staff led the students through different hands-on activities.

The post Fostering the next generation of STEM leaders through hands-on activities first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/16/liholiho-elementary-visits-uh/


November President’s report: Evaluating UH structure

date: 2023-11-16, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Lassner discussed that UH leadership is engaging with a third party to help evaluate the structure of the 10-campus system.

The post November President’s report: Evaluating UH structure first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/16/november-presidents-report-2023/


President Lassner provides remarks on Israel-Gaza situation

date: 2023-11-16, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

“I am proud that our campuses have not been roiled by the kinds of physical violence and injury taking place at many other great universities around the world.”

The post President Lassner provides remarks on Israel-Gaza situation first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/16/president-lassner-remarks-israel-gaza/


Hawaiʻi teens boost disaster preparedness through CTAHR Extension program

date: 2023-11-16, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

A total of 110 students from 13 high schools statewide participated in hands-on training and disaster preparedness discussions.

The post Hawaiʻi teens boost disaster preparedness through CTAHR Extension program first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/16/ctahr-extension-disaster-prep-for-teens/


17 escape from the jail

date: 2023-11-16, from: Marshal Islands Journal

Journal 11/21/1986 P1 Small budget, big payoffIt’s underfunded, understaffed and lacks adequate space for the job at hand, but that isn’t slowing down a major program of Marshalls Community Action Agency/Youth Options. For many Marshallese youth, their shot at continuing formal education ended when school began in September. More than 50 percent of eighth grade […]

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https://marshallislandsjournal.com/17-escape-from-the-jail/


UH enrollment up, community colleges see first increase since 2010

date: 2023-11-16, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

There are 48,933 credit student enrollments at UH campuses, 560 more than a year ago.

The post UH enrollment up, community colleges see first increase since 2010 first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/16/uh-enrollment-up-2023/


Atalig, Taisague, others to be subpoenaed today

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

THE Legislative Bureau’s sergeant-at-arms, Pete Towai, will deliver a subpoena duces tecum today, Friday, Nov. 17, 2023, to former Finance Secretary David DLG Atalig, former Department of Commerce-Economic Development Director Jesus Taisague, and Building Optimism, Opportunities and Stability Together contractors Robert Travilla, Salina Sapp and Shane Villanueva.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/atalig-taisague-others-to-be-subpoenaed-today/article_39ec7df4-8457-11ee-8eb7-33d4fdb98ebc.html


Pet health clinic on Rota

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

ON Saturday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a clinic service for pets on Rota will be conducted by the Saipan Humane Society in collaboration with the office of Rep. Julie A. Ogo, the Rota Mayor’s Office, the 19th Rota Municipal Council Office, and the Rota Department of Lands & Natural Resources-Fish & Wildlife Division.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/community_bulletins/pet-health-clinic-on-rota/article_844d8150-8451-11ee-9b01-f77980d04a93.html


NMI celebrates apprenticeship growth

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

(NMC) — As part of the effort to recognize the vital role that registered apprenticeships play in providing opportunities to the people of the CNMI by allowing apprentices to earn while they learn and preparing a pathway to good, quality jobs and well-paying careers, Gov. Arnold I. Palacios proclaimed the week of Nov. 13-19, 2023, as National Apprenticeship Week.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/community_bulletins/nmi-celebrates-apprenticeship-growth/article_0dc165dc-8448-11ee-b56f-e399c6897d6c.html


Docomo Pacific sponsors Japan Autumn Festival in Guam

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

TAMUNING, Guam — Docomo Pacific, the regional leader in innovation, telecommunications, & entertainment, sponsors the 42nd Annual Japan Autumn Festival on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, at the Joseph Flores Beach Park (formerly Ypao Beach Park).

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/docomo-pacific-sponsors-japan-autumn-festival-in-guam/article_313b8758-8449-11ee-9617-47ec7d4d65e0.html


Wishes come true in MCS Theatre Club production of Disney’s Aladdin Jr.

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

WISHES will come true when Mount Carmel School’s Theatre Club proudly presents its next theatrical production, Disney’s Aladdin Jr. on Friday and Saturday, December 1 and 2, at the school’s historic stage. Based on the 1992 Disney film and the 2014 Broadway adaptation, the show marks the club’s 57th production since the club was founded in 1996. Join Aladdin, Jasmine, and the fast-talking, wisecracking Genie as they discover mystical caves, take magic carpet rides, and outwit the evil sorcerer, Jafar. Adapted especially for young performers, this musical includes favorite Alan Menken songs such as “Friend Like Me,” “A Whole New World,” and “Prince Ali,” as well as wonderful new songs added for the Broadway production.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/wishes-come-true-in-mcs-theatre-club-production-of-disney-s-aladdin-jr/article_3ab53654-844d-11ee-9210-9f8f9f7e2c0f.html


Palacios, Huang and Jiang top Pacifica’s 10th Annual Art Contest

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

PACIFICA Insurance Underwriters Inc. concluded its 10th Annual Pacifica Art Contest or PAC on Monday, Oct.16 with a total of 191 art entries.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/palacios-huang-and-jiang-top-pacifica-s-10th-annual-art-contest/article_8d403272-8491-11ee-ba1d-bb0181713d3f.html


AG can’t represent Saipan mayor’s office

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

ATTORNEY General Edward Manibusan told Saipan Mayor Ramon “RB” Camacho that under the Commonwealth Constitution, the Office of the Attorney General does not provide legal representation to the mayors or agencies of municipalities.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/ag-can-t-represent-saipan-mayor-s-office/article_c74e29fc-8440-11ee-8998-e3f790902334.html


DPS: Possible suspects in school break-ins identified

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

THE Department of Public Safety has identified possible suspects in the recent break-ins at Da’ok Academy and Koblerville Elementary School, DPS public information officer Sergeant Fred Sato said.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/dps-possible-suspects-in-school-break-ins-identified/article_7729c864-8459-11ee-93b0-b3bc828ae94a.html


COTA: Inaugural bus route marks a milestone in island transportation

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

(COTA) — The Commonwealth Office of Transit Authority, under the Office of the Governor, is set to make history with the launch of its first-ever dual-directional bus route, the Blue Line, by Transit CNMI. Saipan’s groundbreaking public transportation launches Friday, Nov. 24, and will make the island more accessible, connected, and environmentally conscious.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/cota-inaugural-bus-route-marks-a-milestone-in-island-transportation/article_149b8022-8443-11ee-8913-7b838a3a0f66.html


USCGC Myrtle Hazard completes successful patrol emphasizing community commitment in NMI

date: 2023-11-16, updated: 2023-11-16, from: Marianas Variety

SANTA RITA, Guam (U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam) — The USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) crew successfully completed a multifaceted patrol from Oct. 16 to Nov. 5, 2023, underscoring the Service’s unwavering commitment to the community and partners in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/uscgc-myrtle-hazard-completes-successful-patrol-emphasizing-community-commitment-in-nmi/article_bca874fa-8452-11ee-997b-379faec3f603.html


Variations on Summer

date: 2023-11-16, from: Hawai’i Pacific Review (HPU Literary Magazine)

by Melissent Zumwalt The prompt from writing class last week was, “Summertime—wishful thinking—the summers of youth and their unparalleled magic:” an exercise intended to be fun, upbeat. Good Lord! I’d thought, was I the only one without a fondness for … Continue reading

https://hawaiipacificreview.org/2023/11/16/variations-on-summer/


Making viral videos

date: 2023-11-16, from: Marshal Islands Journal

CMI student and video editing whiz Pijja Matuato never fails to enthrall Majuro with his deft shooting and filmmaking. He told the Journal his schedule is flooded with school basketball video introductions and candidate campaign speeches. He’s shown here filming the MIHS girls’ basketball team, who were getting ready to face Majuro Co-op High School […]

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https://marshallislandsjournal.com/making-viral-videos/


Former governor says Section 902 talks are not for negotiating

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

SAIPAN - At a civics workshop organized by the Northern Marianas Humanities Council on Wednesday, former Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Gov. Juan N. Babauta answered questions regarding using Section 902 of the Covenant as a mechanism for the…

https://www.postguam.com/news/cnmi/former-governor-says-section-902-talks-are-not-for-negotiating/article_824ce5e4-840b-11ee-b832-430ddf4f39a2.html


Senate joint resolution calls for additional Labor employee

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

SAIPAN - The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Senate on Monday adopted Senate Joint Resolution 23-6, which approves the hiring of an additional staff member for the CNMI Department of Labor administrative hearing office.

https://www.postguam.com/news/cnmi/senate-joint-resolution-calls-for-additional-labor-employee/article_467f4f4e-840a-11ee-9040-6fd56e54866b.html


DPW: No $1M security deposit from IPI

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

SAIPAN - The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Department of Public Works did not receive $1 million in construction security deposit from Imperial Pacific International, DPW Secretary Ray N. Yumul said.

https://www.postguam.com/news/cnmi/dpw-no-1m-security-deposit-from-ipi/article_54aad71a-8409-11ee-a09b-53c875db1298.html


GBHWC leads efforts to address opioids and illicit drugs on Guam

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

The Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center was awarded the Strategic Prevention Framework for Prescription Drugs, or SPF-Rx, grant, the agency announced in a press release. GBHWC will get $2.5 million in funding, from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/gbhwc-leads-efforts-to-address-opioids-and-illicit-drugs-on-guam/article_c9fb2c62-837e-11ee-a105-67626d174173.html


Funding, workforce needed to bolster cybersecurity capacity

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

Additional funding, along with workforce development and training, appear to be some of the key factors to bolstering cybersecurity capacity on Guam, according to discussions Tuesday at a legislative roundtable hearing on cybersecurity within the government of Guam.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/funding-workforce-needed-to-bolster-cybersecurity-capacity/article_f4d5d2ac-827a-11ee-9181-43e1397b4d17.html


Woman denies murdering 1-year-old son

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

A woman pleaded not guilty to charges related to the death of her 1-year-old child earlier this month.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/woman-denies-murdering-1-year-old-son/article_6ab31f66-8433-11ee-adc9-1ffde7ee0c29.html


Lujan named 1st Chamoru woman federal public defender in Guam

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

Leilani Lujan has become the first woman of CHamoru descent to serve as the federal public defender.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/lujan-named-1st-chamoru-woman-federal-public-defender-in-guam/article_9d559534-8415-11ee-b331-0760e3e02dbf.html


Man accused of robbing woman he was ordered to stay away from

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

A man was accused of robbing a woman of six dollars in cash.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-accused-of-robbing-woman-he-was-ordered-to-stay-away-from/article_2d4a0458-8412-11ee-911d-affc861f8e02.html


Woman, man dead in Toto shootings

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

A 67-year-old woman who died Wednesday is believed to have been shot by a man in Toto. The suspect was later found dead at the Harvest Christian Academy soccer field.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/woman-man-dead-in-toto-shootings/article_2b26da94-8443-11ee-8f52-6f64891598da.html


Man charged in connection to 2021 assault

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

A man was charged in connection to throwing a knife at a woman more than two years ago.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-charged-in-connection-to-2021-assault/article_84f361a4-840d-11ee-a665-6b7d9e4fbfcb.html


Man, allegedly drunk, crashes car into pole

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

A man was charged in connection to crashing a car into a utility pole, which resulted in his passenger being injured.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-allegedly-drunk-crashes-car-into-pole/article_50549316-8294-11ee-bae7-4b33f8bb0162.html


Director, senator butt heads over Guthertz nomination to Port board

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

The Port Authority of Guam board of directors has been left one member shy of being able to make quorum, as eight lawmakers decided against passing the nomination for Judith Guthertz to continue serving as a director.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/director-senator-butt-heads-over-guthertz-nomination-to-port-board/article_c6f019f0-8389-11ee-9918-c7cd49937685.html


Major crash on Route 10 sends woman to hospital with serious injuries

date: 2023-11-16, from: The Guam Daily Post

Guam Fire Department units responded to a major crash along Route 10 near Uncle Cho’s Mart in Mangilao at around 5:43 p.m. Thursday.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/major-crash-on-route-10-sends-woman-to-hospital-with-serious-injuries/article_76e1acf2-845c-11ee-b440-db48fcfe5846.html


Chamber memberships spikes in ’23

date: 2023-11-16, from: Marshal Islands Journal

Majuro Chamber of Commerce achieved a membership milestone this year, with 91 businesses and individuals joining since the beginning of 2023. The surge in membership is a testament to the growing enthusiasm within the private sector, reflecting a collective understanding that fostering the development of the private sector is integral to securing a stable and […]

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https://marshallislandsjournal.com/chamber-memberships-spikes-in-23/


Guam’s training programs slowly alleviating manpower shortages in private and public sectors

date: 2023-11-16, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff For decades, jobs for skilled professions on Guam have been sitting empty due to a perennial labor…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/guam-s-training-programs-slowly-alleviating-manpower-shortages-in-private-and-public-sectors


Pacific island countries tie up with EU via Samoa Agreement

date: 2023-11-16, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff Apia—Pacific island nations have sealed a comprehensive trade partnership with the European Union…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/pacific-island-countries-tie-up-with-eu-via-samoa-agreement


Cool Beans: 5th Graders Learn Budgeting During Day-Long Visit to Chaminade

date: 2023-11-16, from: Chaminade Silversword (Chaminade Univ. student newspaper)

On Thursday, students at Chaminade were given 15 beans at the start of class to learn financial literacy and the importance of budgeting. On a worksheet, they had to use beans wisely to provide for all their “needs” and chosen “wants.” As soon as the students used all 15 beans, they found out that they…

https://thesilversword.com/news/2023/11/15/cool-beans-5th-graders-learn-budgeting-during-day-long-visit-to-chaminade/


Loeak crowned iroojlaplap

date: 2023-11-16, from: Marshal Islands Journal

HILARY HOSIA Christopher Jorebon Loeak was officially crowned paramount chief following his coronation ceremony at the United Church of Christ last Saturday. Hundreds in attendance and thousands more via the National Telecommunication Authority livestream witnessed Loeak being ordained on the alter by UCC Reverend Herbert Langijota. Reverend Langijota presented a Bible and Hymn to Loeak […]

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https://marshallislandsjournal.com/loeak-crowned-iroojlaplap/


Palau athletes take to Solomons for Pacific Games

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

Team Palau’23 gathered with Palau leaders to recieve blessings and best wishes By Kambes Kesolei A total of 94 athletes… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7514


Unopposed Simer, hamlet candidates and a write-in win Aimeliik polls

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

Interest in state elections low Recent state elections show lack of people’s interest in state legislative seats as indicated in… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7512


Koror chiefs win in first test case of enforcing traditional laws in court

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

The Koror traditional chiefs – Ngarameketii and Rubekul Kldeu – as House of Traditional Leaders(HOTL) led by High Chief Ibedul… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7509


Palauan teenager wins junior golfer of the year in Texas

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

A Palauan teenager in Texas, USA, has been awarded the Junior Golfer of the Year according to the November 1,… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7506


Palau receives Best Performance Award for 4th straight year at Taipei International Travel Fair

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

On November 3-6, 2023, Taiwan hosted the 2023 Taipei International Travel Fair held atTaipei Nangang Exhibition Center. In total, the… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7503


USAID Partners with SPC to support local organizations

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

Koror, Palau – ON October 30, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Assistant Administrator for Asia Michael Schiffer announced USAID’s… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7500


Lifetime achievement award in marine biology for UH professor

date: 2023-11-16, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

The Western Society of Naturalists is the oldest professional marine biological society in western North America.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/15/mark-hixon-lifetime-achievement-award/


Japan Airlines to operate charter flights to Palau in March

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

By Kambes Kesolei Japan Airlines will resume its chartered flights to Palau starting March 2024.  The airline will initially operate… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7498


Ceremony marks completion of Fishers Learning Center

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on November 13, 2023, to mark the successful completion of the FishersLearning Center located… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7495


Workshop conducted targeting the management capacity of PAN State staff

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

On Thursday, the 9th of November 2023, a workshop was held at Palau Coral Reef International Center (PICRC) bringing together… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7492


Palau hosts 32nd PIALA Conference!

date: 2023-11-16, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

Librarians from across the Pacific are in Palau this week for the 32nd annual Pacific Islands Association of Libraries, Archives,… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7489


RELEASE: Forum SG Puna welcomes “milestone” Samoa Agreement Signing

date: 2023-11-16, from: Pacific Island Forum

16th November 2023, Apia, Samoa– Leaders across Africa, the Caribbean and Pacific were in Apia this week to seal a historic multilateral development and trade partnership […]

https://www.forumsec.org/2023/11/16/release-forum-sg-puna-welcomes-milestone-samoa-agreement-signing/


Using microbubble gene therapy may protect against heart disease

date: 2023-11-16, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Microbubbles were used to deliver CRISPR tools to the liver to inhibit a gene that increases cardiovascular risk.

The post Using microbubble gene therapy may protect against heart disease first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/15/microbubble-gene-therapy/


HIKI NŌ ON PBS HAWAIʻI: 2023 Fall Challenge

date: 2023-11-15, from: HIKI NŌ ON PBS HAWAIʻI

On this special episode of HIKI NŌ on PBS Hawaiʻi, find out which schools produced the winning entries of the HIKI NŌ on PBS Hawaiʻi 2023 Fall Challenge, with host Sloan Billingsley, a junior at Campbell High School. A day before the storytelling contest began, on Oct. 18, 2023, dozens of students and their teachers […]

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https://www.pbshawaii.org/hiki-no-on-pbs-hawai%ca%bbi-2023-fall-challenge/


US Veterans Affairs to lease Medical Arts Center for clinic expansion

date: 2023-11-15, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff A new Veterans Affairs Clinic will soon open at the Medical Arts Center, promising to be a…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/us-veterans-affairs-to-lease-medical-arts-center-for-clinic-expansion


Guam Medical Association snubs governor’s invitation to meet on hospital project planning

date: 2023-11-15, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The Guam Medical Association has declined Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero’s invitation to an upcoming…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/guam-medical-association-snubs-governor-s-invitation-to-meet-on-hospital-project-planning


CMI students: Vote!

date: 2023-11-15, from: Marshal Islands Journal

A class at the College of the Marshall Islands has been in action to promote voting awareness and encourage students to vote in Monday’s national election. As part of their class project, about 30 students from CMI 101 sections two and three last week created posters, charts, surveys, and flyers with election-related content and posted […]

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https://marshallislandsjournal.com/cmi-students-vote/


Parking information: UH Mānoa hosting multiple events Thanksgiving Week

date: 2023-11-15, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Please plan accordingly for parking and traffic in the area.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/15/parking-information-uh-manoa-thanksgiving-week/


New study shows need for inclusive approach to Indigenous microbiome research

date: 2023-11-15, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Ethical inclusion of Indigenous communities in microbiome research can provide benefits for all populations and reinforce mutually beneficial partnerships.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/15/inclusive-microbiome-research/


UH News Image of the Week: Palau

date: 2023-11-15, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

This week’s image is from UH Hilo’s Jim Mellon.

The post UH News Image of the Week: Palau first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/15/uh-news-image-of-the-week-palau/


Deputy AG: Lack of funds not reason to abandon duty

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

Just because the Civil Service Commission lacks funding does not mean it can “abdicate” its responsibility to hear the complaints of aggrieved government employees, Deputy Attorney General Lilian A. Tenorio told the commission’s chairman, Raymond M. Muna.

https://www.postguam.com/news/cnmi/deputy-ag-lack-of-funds-not-reason-to-abandon-duty/article_bc923b2a-8341-11ee-bf51-436d1eca341c.html


Defendant wants judge to recuse from his case

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

Sergio Mangarero Rangamar has requested Superior Court Associate Judge Teresa Kim-Tenorio to recuse and disqualify herself from his case because one of the material witnesses is a Drug Court Program participant.

https://www.postguam.com/news/cnmi/defendant-wants-judge-to-recuse-from-his-case/article_ca68c29c-8345-11ee-b59b-6bbae4667fc9.html


Saipan Humane Society outlines challenges it faces

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

The Saipan Humane Society informed the Rotary Club of Saipan on Tuesday about the challenges of providing healthcare to island pets with a staff of only four people.

https://www.postguam.com/news/cnmi/saipan-humane-society-outlines-challenges-it-faces/article_e817d6a4-8343-11ee-9abe-2b62aa7fc627.html


Humanities Guåhan announces 2023 community grant awardees

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

In collaboration with the National Endowment for the Humanities, Humanities Guåhan announced the awardees of its 2023 Community Grant Cycle. This year’s grants will empower nonprofit organizations to deliver outstanding humanities programs that promote and foster cultural enrichment, community engagement,…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/humanities-gu-han-announces-2023-community-grant-awardees/article_11c9a27e-829b-11ee-9c0a-ab7b09f936fa.html


Airport exercise simulates hijacking, crash

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

A full-scale disaster exercise at the airport involved simulating an aircraft hijacking and subsequent crash.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/airport-exercise-simulates-hijacking-crash/article_89eb5b34-8350-11ee-bf3e-3b29b9601d23.html


Pair plead not guilty to August rape charges

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

Two men suspected in a criminal sexual conduct case in August pleaded not guilty to their charges.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/pair-plead-not-guilty-to-august-rape-charges/article_edf8bb46-8353-11ee-89e6-972131a4443b.html


Governor, GMA president trade jabs over medical complex issue

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

Governor, GMA president trade

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/governor-gma-president-trade-jabs-over-medical-complex-issue/article_dbc40980-835d-11ee-85b5-8be90a5bab91.html


Chief deputy AG denies alleged assault of Guam Bar president

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

The chief deputy attorney general said he did not intend to threaten or hurt the Guam Bar president or board of governors when he said he “wanted to smash the faces of the powers that be.”

https://www.postguam.com/news/chief-deputy-ag-denies-alleged-assault-of-guam-bar-president/article_bfd5e66e-8360-11ee-a3a8-672699a487e1.html


REMARKS: Pacific Statement delivered at the signing of the Samoa Agreement

date: 2023-11-15, from: Pacific Island Forum

Pacific Statement on Signing of the New OACPS-EU Partnership Agreement Signing (Samoa Agreement) Delivered by Honorable Jelta Wong, Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resources -Papua New […]

https://www.forumsec.org/2023/11/15/remarks-pacific-statement-delivered-at-the-signing-of-the-samoa-agreement/


GPD investigating shootings in Toto

date: 2023-11-15, from: The Guam Daily Post

Police are investigating reports of two separate shootings in Toto earlier this afternoon.

https://www.postguam.com/news/gpd-investigating-shootings-in-toto/article_b12f7eb4-8373-11ee-b6e1-6b740a5e493d.html


Students get a deep dive into Native Hawaiian cultural practices

date: 2023-11-15, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Preserving the knowledge of Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners lies at the heart of this course and program.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/native-hawaiian-culture-course/


Hawaiian Word of the Week: Kani

date: 2023-11-15, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Kani—To sound, to cry out, to roar.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/hawaiian-word-of-the-week-kani/


Bright pink Maui water likely caused by bacteria

date: 2023-11-15, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

The early findings have led the experts to suggest that halophilic (thriving in salt conditions) prokaryotes, also known as archaea and bacteria, were likely the cause of the brightly colored water.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/pink-maui-water-likely-caused-by-bacteria/


Fusion of art and science in new Chinatown exhibit

date: 2023-11-15, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

The sci-art exhibit will close on November 24 and host a screening along with a talk story.

The post Fusion of art and science in new Chinatown exhibit first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/hawaii-sea-grant-sci-art-exhibition/


New exhibit to spotlight Kānaka ʻōiwi artists

date: 2023-11-14, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Mai Nā Kūpuna Mai, From the Ancestors will be showcased at the Art Gallery from November 19 to February 2024.

The post New exhibit to spotlight Kānaka ʻōiwi artists first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/kanaka-oiwi-exhibit-artists/


Lang, Hakas earn Big West weekly honors after road victories

date: 2023-11-14, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Tali Hakas earns her first Big West weekly honors as a freshman pin-hitter.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/land-hakas-big-west-weekly-honors/


Daughter of immigrants, UH grad, focused on Maui immigrant relief

date: 2023-11-14, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

UH Maui College alumna Alejandra Ramirez helps immigrants on campus and off.

The post Daughter of immigrants, UH grad, focused on Maui immigrant relief first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/daughter-immigrants-maui-relief/


Manuma earns first Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week since 2021

date: 2023-11-14, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

UH’s victory over Air Force earned Peter Manuma Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week for his outstanding performance.

The post Manuma earns first Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week since 2021 first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/manuma-bw-defensive-player/


Climate actions centered on Indigenous knowledge can improve resilience

date: 2023-11-14, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

These are among the findings of the U.S. National Climate Assessment, released by the Biden Administration which involved five UH Mānoa researchers.

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https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/national-climate-assessment/


Supporting the search for alien life by exploring geologic faulting on icy moons

date: 2023-11-14, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Conducting geologic investigations prior to launch and arrival of space exploration missions, helps identify interesting locations for lander exploration.

The post Supporting the search for alien life by exploring geologic faulting on icy moons first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/14/geologic-faulting-icy-moons/


New Changes Come to CSGA

date: 2023-11-14, from: Chaminade Silversword (Chaminade Univ. student newspaper)

The Chaminade Student Government Association (CSGA) has been around since the late 1990s and has gone through many changes. This semester is no different, with a new structure in place and new faces in the association. CSGA serves as the voice for students on campus. The association goes over student concerns and is the connecting…

https://thesilversword.com/news/2023/11/14/new-changes-come-to-csga/


52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Retreat at Aitutaki, Cook Islands

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

Minister of State Gustap Aitaro pictured in place of President Whipps who left earlier. (Photo credit: Lisa Williams-Lahari at Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat)

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https://islandtimes.org/52nd-pacific-islands-forum-leaders-retreat-at-aitutaki-cook-islands/


22% of Palau adult population has diabetes

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

A study conducted in 2021 by the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), requested by the Palau HealthCare Fund to determine the feasibility of Palau Health Care Insurance coverage of hemodialysis treatment, revealed that 22% or (3,015) of Palau’s adult population have diabetes. Of the 3,105, 34% or 1,025 are diagnosed, while 66%  […]

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https://islandtimes.org/22-of-palau-adult-population-has-diabetes/


EU and SPAIN support OPOCefforts on BBNJ implementation

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

(Cook Islands) The Office of the Oceans Commissioner (OPOC) announced the commitment of the European Union and Spain to support OPOC’s mandate to provide coordinated support of the Pacific Islands Forum members’ implementation of the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement.The European Union and Spain, through the Team Europe mechanism, will fund a position within OPOC […]

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https://islandtimes.org/eu-and-spain-support-opocefforts-on-bbnj-implementation/


Angaur claims Whipps’ designating Obichang as applicant in TACMOR EQPB application illegal; Seeks hearing with court and sanction against government counsel

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

Angaur Governor Steven Salii and legal counsel Brien Sers Nicholas, representing the Angaur government, filed a motion claiming, among other allegations, that President Surangel Whipps Jr. does not have the authority to appoint Minister Charles Obichang as an applicant in the EQPB permit on TACMOR (Tactical Multi-Mission Over the Horizon Radar) project in Angaur and […]

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https://islandtimes.org/angaur-claims-whipps-designating-obichang-as-applicant-in-tacmor-eqpb-application-illegal-seeks-hearing-with-court-and-sanction-against-government-counsel/


Whipps “Blue Prosperity Plan” adopted by Pacific Islands Forum Leaders

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

The “Blue Prosperity Plan” proposal by President Surangel Whipps in 2021 in Palau was scaled up and renamed “Unlocking the Blue Pacific Prosperity Plan” and presented at the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders in the Cook Islands this November 7th to 10th, 2023.  During the Leaders Retreat in Aitutaki, Cook Islands, the Pacific Islands leaders […]

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https://islandtimes.org/whipps-blue-prosperity-plan-adopted-by-pacific-islands-forum-leaders/


GOPAC calls on Forum Leaders to Implement Teieniwa Vision

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

Pacific Island Forum leaders meeting in the Cook Islands this week need to prioritise the governance tools in their anti-corruption roadmap to make sure the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent can bring full benefits for Pacific peoples, according to Lord Fusitu’a, Chair of the Oceania region of the Global Organisation of Parliamentarians Against Corruption […]

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https://islandtimes.org/gopac-calls-on-forum-leaders-to-implement-teieniwa-vision/


NHI expenses exceed contributions in the last three years

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

Palau National Health Insurance (NHI) expenses have grown over the years, exceeding contributions in the last three (3) years. The contributions from NHI members have been growing, but expenses now match and exceed contributions, especially in the last three years. The Health Care Fund report submitted to the Senate Committee on Health and Social Welfare […]

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https://islandtimes.org/nhi-expenses-exceed-contributions-in-the-last-three-years/


Japanese Dental Team assists BNH Oral Health Clinic

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

From November 02 to 07, 2023 a team of dentists from Japan assisted with the oral health services at the Oral Health Clinic of Belau National Hospital (BNH). The team consisted of Dr. Moe Ishikawa, Dr. Mai Uchida, Dr. Takanori Minamikawa, Dr. Junji Nunomaki, and Dr. Eiki Osaka. They were headed by Dr. Mitsutomo Ogawa […]

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https://islandtimes.org/japanese-dental-team-assists-bnh-oral-health-clinic/


12th Koror State Legislature donated AC units to Meyuns Elem. School

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

The 12th Koror State Legislature, Meyuns and Ngerkebesang legislators donated Air Conditioning units to Meyuns Elementary School this week. Speaker Millan Isaack and the 12th KSL donated 2 AC units while Legislator Edwenor Sadang and Rhinehart Silas, donated one unit each personally to the school.  Altogether, the 4 AC units were given to the school […]

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https://islandtimes.org/12th-koror-state-legislature-donated-ac-units-to-meyuns-elem-school/


FREEDOM

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

Freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in having the right to do what we ought.  ~Pope John Paul II When I talk about freedom (in Christ) I’m saying, “In Christ I am free from legalistic religious man-made rules and regulations. I belong to GOD, my Creator. I’m no longer slave to sin. […]

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https://islandtimes.org/freedom/


What they want: Biden and Xi are looking for clarity in an increasingly difficult relationship

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

By AAMER MADHANI and DIDI TANG Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and China’s Xi Jinping have no shortage of difficult issues to discuss when they sit down for their first talks in a year, even if expectations are low that their meeting will lead to major breakthroughs. Each leader has clear objectives for the highly anticipated talks Wednesday on the […]

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https://islandtimes.org/what-they-want-biden-and-xi-are-looking-for-clarity-in-an-increasingly-difficult-relationship/


‘Misunderstanding’: Brown on Nauru President’s exit

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

RAROTONGA, 13 NOVEMBER 2023 (COOK ISLANDS NEWS)—Nauru President David Adeang’s abrupt departure from the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting may have been a case of misunderstanding, says Forum chair and Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown. Brown, speaking at a press conference Friday, said the leaders affirmed their strong support for the Suva Agreements […]

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https://islandtimes.org/misunderstanding-brown-on-nauru-presidents-exit/


Vanuatu President to reveal dissolution decision this week

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

PORT VILA, 13 NOVEMBER 2023 (VANUATU DAILY POST) —Vanuatu Prime Minister Charlot Salwai held discussions with Head of State Nikenike Vurobaravu Friday, following the Council of Ministers’ (COM) decision to recommend the dissolution of the parliament. The COM, during its meeting Friday, advised President Vurobaravu to dissolve the parliament on Monday, November 13, 2023, citing […]

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https://islandtimes.org/vanuatu-president-to-reveal-dissolution-decision-this-week/


Australia offers climate refuge to Tuvalu citizens

date: 2023-11-14, from: Island Times

AITUTAKI/RAROTONGA, 10 NOVEMBER 2023 (WIRES/PACNEWS)—-Australia has offered refuge to citizens of Tuvalu because of the catastrophic impacts of climate change, in a landmark new pact. Tuvalu – a series of low-lying atolls in the Pacific – is among the nations most at risk from rising seas. It is home to 11,200 people and has repeatedly […]

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https://islandtimes.org/australia-offers-climate-refuge-to-tuvalu-citizens/


Australia: Neo-imperialist or climate change savior?

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Times

Australia gets a remarkable set of rights from Tuvalu in exchange for things it can mostly find a reason to not do if it wants. By Cleo…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/australia-neo-imperialist-or-climate-change-savior


Island vibes to rock Guam at Saturday’s music festival

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff Beyond the Reef Music Festival Volume 2 returns to Plaza de España in Hagåtña on Nov. 18, featuring an…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/island-vibes-to-rock-guam-at-saturday-s-music-festival


Guam Republicans back Israel, condemn Hamas

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The Republican Party of Guam today adopted a resolution expressing support for Israel and its affected…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/guam-republicans-back-israel-condemns-hamas


Infrastructure gaps at the port posing a setback to Guam’s military readiness

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Times

By Mar-Vic Cagurangan Making do with aging assets that occasionally break down, the Port Authority of Guam is seeking federal assistance…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/infrastructure-gaps-at-the-port-posing-a-setback-to-guam-s-military-readiness


52nd PIF Leaders Statement on the Fukushima ALPS-Treated Nuclear Wastewater Issue

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Forum

52ND PACIFIC ISLANDS FORUM LEADERS STATEMENT ON THE FUKUSHIMA ALPS-TREATED NUCLEAR WASTEWATER ISSUE 9 November 2023 As Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum, we re-emphasise the […]

https://www.forumsec.org/2023/11/14/39415/


Feds approve Guam’s cybersecurity plan

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency has approved…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/feds-approve-guam-s-cybersecurity-plan


Duterte’s critic released on bail after languishing in jail for nearly seven years

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Times

By Jinky Jorgio Manila– Philippine Sen. Leila De Lima is finally free to go home after being in detention for six years, eight months…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/philippine-senator-released-on-bail-after-languishing-in-jail-for-six-years


Micronesia? What’s that?

date: 2023-11-14, from: Pacific Island Times

When I announced to friends in 2016 that I had joined the Peace Corps and been assigned to Yap to provide marketing services for the 2018…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/micronesia-what-s-that


Real Money Online Casinos

date: 2023-11-13, from: Pacific Island Forum

You can have fun playing real-money online casino games on these websites. These sites offer games such as Lucky Red, Lucky Dog, El Royale, and other […]

https://www.forumsec.org/2023/11/14/real-money-online-casinos/


Hawai’i ambushes Air Force to recapture the Kuter Trophy from Air Force, 27-13

date: 2023-11-13, from: Ka Leo O Hawaiʻi (UH Manoa student newspaper)

The Rainbow Warriors dominated in all facets of the game and upset the Air Force Falcons, 27-13 on Veterans Day. From the first to the last snap, the ’Bows didn’t let up and played an excellent game.

https://www.manoanow.org/kaleo/hawai-i-ambushes-air-force-to-recapture-the-kuter-trophy-from-air-force-27-13/article_e45e6b2c-8267-11ee-979b-a32a75b29e62.html


Dahlias

date: 2023-11-13, from: Hawai’i Pacific Review (HPU Literary Magazine)

by Donna Pucciani Your favorite flower, though I never knew why, and you never could explain. Their bright faces reflect the sun, aflame in yellows and reds. They turn from shadows, disrespect the dark. They choose petaled light, fanning out … Continue reading

https://hawaiipacificreview.org/2023/11/13/dahlias/


14 new US citizens sworn in

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

FOURTEEN new U.S. citizens were sworn in at a naturalization ceremony at the District Court for the NMI on Monday.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/14-new-us-citizens-sworn-in/article_b0cc99fc-8210-11ee-ada9-63be34ebbc11.html


A Plus Team outlasts Blue Haus to win masters division title

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

THE A Plus Team ended the 2023 Saipan Magalahi Eagles Club Invitational Basketball League with a bang and an undefeated record after claiming the masters division championship by defeating Blue Haus, 69-57, at the Gualo Rai basketball court on Saturday.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/localsports/a-plus-team-outlasts-blue-haus-to-win-masters-division-title/article_b03bfd92-81da-11ee-9faf-07b1995f69d3.html


Magofna introduces whistleblower protection bill

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

SENATE Floor Leader Corina L. Magofna has introduced Senate Bill 23-46 which aims to protect and reward whistleblowers in the government and in the community.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/magofna-introduces-whistleblower-protection-bill/article_fffd6198-81eb-11ee-9013-ffe9188e93a8.html


Over 120 cyclists and counting for Hell of the Marianas on Dec. 2

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

122 cyclists from five countries and territories have signed up to ride in the Hell of the Marianas century cycle on Dec. 2, 2023 on Saipan.  The early bird registration deadline for the event is this Wednesday, Nov. 15.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/localsports/over-120-cyclists-and-counting-for-hell-of-the-marianas-on-dec-2/article_be76efee-8233-11ee-bf6b-dfa043650d66.html


‘The Marvels’ melts down at the box office, marking a new low for the MCU

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

NEW YORK (AP) — Since 2008’s “Iron Man,” the Marvel machine has been one of the most unstoppable forces in box-office history. Now, though, that aura of invincibility is showing signs of wear and tear. The superhero factory hit a new low with the weekend launch of “The Marvels,” which opened with just $47 million, according to studio estimates Sunday.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/the-marvels-melts-down-at-the-box-office-marking-a-new-low-for-the-mcu/article_d0608246-8234-11ee-8098-0ff06cb84ab9.html


NMI’s lone Pacific Games triathlete: Leo Wania

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

LOCAL athletes will participate as a team in the 2023 Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands, except for one sport — triathlon — where Leo Wania stands as the lone NMI competitor.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/localsports/nmi-s-lone-pacific-games-triathlete-leo-wania/article_9ba612f6-81e3-11ee-9149-4f5db81e34d1.html


5 Marianas Got Talent finalists perform in Senate chamber

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

FIVE of the Music Performing Arts Competition Corp.’s Marianas Got Talent finalists on Monday performed in the Senate chamber ahead of the singing competition’s grand finale, which is set for Nov. 26 at Saipan World Resort’s Royal Taga Hall.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/5-marianas-got-talent-finalists-perform-in-senate-chamber/article_e073818c-81f9-11ee-9e76-cbd02b4aa10f.html


NMI looks forward to playing against Pacific soccer teams

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

THE NMI Men’s National Football Team playing against the other national squads in the Pacific region is a rare occasion, and head coach Michiteru Mita said they are excited for the opportunity as compete in the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, the Solomon Islands.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/localsports/nmi-looks-forward-to-playing-against-pacific-soccer-teams/article_26af95ac-8234-11ee-b369-bb234cf0dbf7.html


Public invited to new Chamorro canoe launching

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

500 Sails is excited to invite the public to join the launching of the newest Chamorro canoe; a 15-foot duduli named Den Yo Povi.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/public-invited-to-new-chamorro-canoe-launching/article_7591c726-8234-11ee-913a-0fd3f8172502.html


Docomo Pacific donates $5,000 to Red Cross

date: 2023-11-13, updated: 2023-11-13, from: Marianas Variety

Docomo Pacific has donated $5,000 to support the upcoming Red Cross 1980’s fundraising dinner. The donation will be used locally to support the NMI chapter’s programs including disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts as well as emergency messaging for military families. “Docomo is a trusted communications partner of the Red Cross here in the CNMI and Guam,” said Juan Diego Tenorio, disaster program manager. “During disasters we heavily rely on a solid communications infrastructure and thankful to Docomo for all their support,” said Tenorio. The Red Cross will host a 1980’s themed fundraising dinner on Saturaday, Nov.18 at Kensington Hotel. The evening will feature dinner, drinks, live entertainment, door prizes and costume contest. For more information about the Red Cross and how you can help, visit www.redcross.org/nmi or the dinner event page at  www.redcross.org/nmigala/.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/community_bulletins/docomo-pacific-donates-5-000-to-red-cross/article_2c624c8c-8235-11ee-846b-77397da4d3b5.html


Genetic testing can identify patients with family history of high cholesterol

date: 2023-11-13, from: The Guam Daily Post

New research has found that genetic screening can identify these patients and make them candidates for treatment.

https://www.postguam.com/lifestyles/health/genetic-testing-can-identify-patients-with-family-history-of-high-cholesterol/article_21605778-fd98-5718-b6f3-3cb9d6310d0b.html


Eating strawberries could help prevent dementia and depression: study

date: 2023-11-13, from: The Guam Daily Post

Researchers hope their findings could assist in the prevention of dementia.

https://www.postguam.com/lifestyles/health/eating-strawberries-could-help-prevent-dementia-and-depression-study/article_aa2d39de-a935-50d3-913a-1d3e03179c55.html


Organizations want more time to submit Guam info for change on salaried threshold

date: 2023-11-13, from: The Guam Daily Post

While the comment deadline has passed for the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed change for salaried workers, local human resource and business organizations are hoping more time will be granted to provide Guam-centric information to guide the change. At the…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/organizations-want-more-time-to-submit-guam-info-for-change-on-salaried-threshold/article_6319b866-7f7c-11ee-9c6e-eb2dd10dd765.html


Korean helicopter carrier Dokdo arrives at US Naval Base Guam

date: 2023-11-13, from: The Guam Daily Post

The Republic of Korea Navy Fleet held a ceremony welcoming cadets to their annual training on Guam while providing a tour of the ROKS Dokdo (LPH-6111) for the Korean Consulate of Guam and the press Sunday at Victor Wharf on…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/korean-helicopter-carrier-dokdo-arrives-at-us-naval-base-guam/article_f3c75726-81b4-11ee-ae0a-2b8b6c46ace6.html


Another former AG employee files an appeal with the CSC

date: 2023-11-13, from: The Guam Daily Post

Another former employee of the Office of the Attorney General has taken her case up to the Civil Service Commission. This time, a former legal clerk is hoping the commission will void her termination over various procedural defects that “denied…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/another-former-ag-employee-files-an-appeal-with-the-csc/article_ca91e3f6-81ca-11ee-b639-0f6517e7fa9c.html


Local doctor asks Congress to make cancer a national priority

date: 2023-11-13, from: The Guam Daily Post

Cancer is one of the top three causes of death on Guam each year, but a local doctor who traveled to the nation’s capitol is hopeful that pleas to Congress to make cancer a top priority will help change that.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local-doctor-asks-congress-to-make-cancer-a-national-priority/article_c84d2ba6-81c4-11ee-9dcf-6f0403f60603.html


Recycling up 8% on the island

date: 2023-11-13, from: The Guam Daily Post

Recycling on Guam is up despite taking a little dip during the pandemic, according to the Guam Environmental Protection Agency

https://www.postguam.com/news/recycling-up-8-on-the-island/article_e9a1d26a-81d4-11ee-bf67-bf41817567af.html


Guam senator seeks repeal of newly signed fireworks legalization law

date: 2023-11-13, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff Legalizing the sale of fireworks all year-round is “dangerous,” according to Sen. Telo T. Taitague,…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/guam-senator-seeks-repeal-of-newly-signed-fireworks-legalization-law


Palau under Tropical Storm COR 3 ; Storm watch in effect for Yap

date: 2023-11-13, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Palau, according to Landon Aydlett of the National Weather…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/palau-under-tropical-storm-cor-3


Senator red-flags vague items listed in GovGuam’s ARP expenditures report

date: 2023-11-13, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff Sen. Telo Taitague is to scrutinize certain expenditures listed in the Bureau of Budget & Management…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/govguam-s-arp-expenditure-under-scrutiny


Taiwan can offer help in combating transnational crime

date: 2023-11-13, from: Pacific Island Times

Jointly combating new forms of transnational crime through real-time cooperation: Support Taiwan’s participation in INTERPOL as an…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/taiwan-can-offer-help-in-combating-transnational-crime


Pension Plan could suspend payouts if investments drop to $18M

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

By Kambes Kesolei The Civil Service Pension Plan is at risk of running out of money and suspending payouts to… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7481


Majority of FIAC companies non-compliant with employment requirement

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

By Kambes Kesolei The Foreign Investment Board (FIB) has disclosed that 61% of the Foreign Investment Approval Certificate (FIAC) companies… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7478


Mass rescue exercise at T-Dock

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

On November 9, 2023, the National Emergency Committee (NEC), in collaboration with Mutual Aid Partners, Agencies, and Aviation Stakeholders, held… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7475


Ngeremlengui candidates to appear in a forum?

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

2 women, 2 men for governor, candidates for legislature unopposed The politically conservative state of Ngeremlengui has a first woman… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7473


Stormy weather could impact Palau by mid-week

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

By Kambes Kesolei Palau could experience stormy weather this week as a tropical disturbance known as “Invest 95W” is moving… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7471


Palau Development Symposium set for Thursday

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

By Kambes Kesolei The renamed Palau Development Symposium, formerly the Economic Symposium, is set for Thursday with an all day… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7469


Palau wages see strong growth in second quarter

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

By Kambes Kesolei Palau’s economy is making a robust recovery, as evidenced by a nearly 12% increase in overall wages… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7466


Cultural visit and handover of interpretive signage at Oublallang in Ngereklengong

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

On November 08, 2023, Minister Ngiraibelas Tmetuchl along with Director of Tourism MelsonMiko and Registrar McMichael Mutok Jr. visit a… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

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Sonsorol State community meeting of Pulo Anna remains in Germany

date: 2023-11-13, from: Tia Belau (Palau’s First Newspaper)

On November 09, 2023, Minister Ngiraibelas Tmetuchl along with Sonsorol Delegate Yutaka Gibbons Jr., Sonsorol Governor Nicholas Aquino, Chief Damian… You must be logged in and subscribed to view this content.

https://www.tiabelaunews.com/?p=7460


From bean to bar, UH alum turned international chocolatier got his start at Mānoa

date: 2023-11-12, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Founder and owner of Mānoa Chocolate Dylan Butterbaugh’s passion for the business began in his undergraduate studies at UH Mānoa.

The post From bean to bar, UH alum turned international chocolatier got his start at Mānoa first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2023/11/12/manoa-chocolate-butterbaugh/


@Pacific Island Forum (date: 2023-11-12, from: Pacific Island Forum)

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Philippines hits China’s repeated attempts to block resupply mission to West Philippine Sea

date: 2023-11-12, from: Pacific Island Times

By Jinky Jorgio Manila– The Philippine Coast Guard successfully escorted two military ships on a resupply mission to BRP Sierra Madre on…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/philippines-hits-china-s-repeated-attempts-to-block-resupply-missions-to-west-philippine-sea


Guam artist named finalist for Lewis Prize for Music

date: 2023-11-12, from: Pacific Island Times

New York, NY – The Lewis Prize for Music – Guam a philanthropic music arts organization advancing systems change through creative youth…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/guam-artist-named-finalist-for-lewis-prize-for-music