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pacific 2024.21

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pacific 2024.21

(date: 2024-05-22 09:32:10)


Debt refinancing projected to yield $3.3M in savings for Guam Power Authority

date: 2024-05-22, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The Guam Power Authority is seeking to refinance its existing 2014 Series A revenue bond in a bid to…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/proposed-bond-refinancing-projected-to-yield-3-3-million-in-savings-for-gpa


The dream of homeownership remains out of reach for many Guamanians

date: 2024-05-22, from: Pacific Island Times

By Mar-Vic Cagurangan Government housing loan programs may be available but the dream of owning a home remains a dream for many…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/homeownership-remains-out-of-reach-for-many-guamanians


More energy credits introduced

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

While lawmakers have yet to debate the last proposed extension to the Prugråman Ayuda Para I Taotao-ta Energy Credit Program, another proposal has already been introduced to extend the program even further.

https://www.postguam.com/news/more-energy-credits-introduced/article_fa44f0c8-1812-11ef-9cfd-03d5e4e078f8.html


Four Waiakea seniors sign college letters

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Four senior athletes from Waiakea High School &#8212; Noah Tyrin, Micah Lopes, Maya Kaneshiro and Journey Morimoto &#8212; held an event on Monday to sign letters of intent to join college athletic programs.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/four-waiakea-seniors-sign-college-letters/


Celtics survive Pacers in OT to take Game 1 of East finals

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Jayson Tatum scored a game-high 36 points and added 12 rebounds as the Boston Celtics earned a 133-128 overtime victory against the visiting Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/celtics-survive-pacers-in-ot-to-take-game-1-of-east-finals/


Biden’s approval rating falls to lowest level in nearly two years-Reuters/Ipsos poll

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WASHINGTON &#8212; U.S. President Joe Biden&#8217;s public approval rating this month fell to its lowest level in almost two years, tying the lowest reading of his presidency in a warning sign for his reelection effort, a Reuters/Ipsos poll showed.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/nation-world-news/bidens-approval-rating-falls-to-lowest-level-in-nearly-two-years-reuters-ipsos-poll/


Trump chooses not to take the stand, and the defense rests

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>NEW YORK &#8212; The jury heard his voice, saw his tweets and watched footage of him campaigning for the presidency. But in the end, the 12 New Yorkers weighing the fate of Donald Trump did not see him testify.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/nation-world-news/trump-chooses-not-to-take-the-stand-and-the-defense-rests/


One to 4 cyclones forecast, but ‘it only takes one storm to change your life’

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The National Weather Service is forecasting below-normal activity for the upcoming Central Pacific hurricane season.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/hawaii-news/one-to-4-cyclones-forecast-but-it-only-takes-one-storm-to-change-your-life/


More strategies mulled for feral pig conundrum

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>As the population of feral pigs on the Big Island continues to grow, county officials and residents are considering a wider range of solutions.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/hawaii-news/more-strategies-mulled-for-feral-pig-conundrum/


Dry season forecast to be drier-than-normal

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Although it might not appear so, especially in East Hawaii, the annual dry season has begun.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/hawaii-news/dry-season-forecast-to-be-drier-than-normal/


Grand jury indicts Ocean View man freed by judge

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>A Kona grand jury has indicted an Ocean View man in connection with the alleged violent kidnapping and abuse of a 27-year-old woman in Ocean View.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/hawaii-news/grand-jury-indicts-ocean-view-man-freed-by-judge/


State to get $916B in lawsuit against makers of Plavix blood thinner

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The state has been awarded more than $900 million in a lawsuit against a pair of pharmaceutical companies that sold drugs they knew to be ineffective in certain ethnic groups.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/hawaii-news/state-to-get-916b-in-lawsuit-against-makers-of-plavix-blood-thinner/


New Jersey teen gets MVP assist for promposal

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>It took Jake Portello, a senior at Haddonfield Memorial High School in New Jersey, a knock on two doors to get a date for the prom.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/new-jersey-teen-gets-mvp-assist-for-promposal/


HPA signing day: Three Ka Makani athletes ink letters of intent

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WAIMEA &#8212; Hawaii Preparatory Academy ended its 2023-24 athletic year with a joyous celebration Monday in Castle Gym.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/hpa-signing-day-three-ka-makani-athletes-ink-letters-of-intent/


Police seek leads on missing 12-year-old

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Police are seeking the public&#8217;s help in locating a missing juvenile.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/hawaii-news/police-seek-leads-on-missing-12-year-old/


Jets coach Robert Saleh hypes up Aaron Rodgers after OTA practice: ‘He’s doing everything’

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>NEW YORK &#8212; Aaron Rodgers put on a dazzling display Tuesday during the second day of Jets OTAs. </p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/jets-coach-robert-saleh-hypes-up-aaron-rodgers-after-ota-practice-hes-doing-everything/


New backup QB Justin Fields ‘competing every day’ as he seeks rare second chance with Steelers

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>PITTSBURGH &#8212; Strong second acts for first-round quarterbacks who flamed out with their original teams are hard to find throughout NFL history, but Justin Fields is hoping to buck the trend and reinvent himself with the Steelers. </p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/new-backup-qb-justin-fields-competing-every-day-as-he-seeks-rare-second-chance-with-steelers/


UHH men’s golf collects conference awards

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>IRVINE, California &#8211; Pacific West Conference champion UH-Hilo placed a half-dozen players on the All-Conference Team, while island schools claimed 12 of the 15 spots on the 2024 Men&#8217;s Golf All-Pacific West Conference Team.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/uhh-mens-golf-collects-conference-awards/


HHSAA inducts newest Officials Hall of Fame Class

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>HONOLULU &#8212; The Hawaii Sports Officials Hall of Fame (HSOHOF) today announced five officials to be inducted to the Class of 2024 &#8212; Jim B. Beavers (football), Aaron Chaney (water polo), Abraham (Abe) Pacheco (boxing), Kenichi (Stupe) Shimogawa (football) and Thomas Yoshida (basketball).</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/sports/hhsaa-inducts-newest-officials-hall-of-fame-class/


Volcano Art Center offers summer camp for keiki

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The Volcano Art Center is proud to offer the Liko A&#8216;e Summer Camp 1.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/community/volcano-art-center-offers-summer-camp-for-keiki/


Your views for May 22

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>A thousand &#8216;Janets&#8217;&#0010;but very little help</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/opinion/your-views-for-may-22-9/


Israel’s denial of Gaza aid may lead to an arrest warrant

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The decision Monday by the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court to seek arrest warrants for leaders of Hamas and Israel probably will not result in anyone being put on trial immediately for crimes against humanity. But it does further tarnish Israel&#8217;s invasion of the Gaza Strip, add to the isolation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and raise questions about President Joe Biden&#8217;s steadfast support for Israel&#8217;s war in Gaza.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/opinion/israels-denial-of-gaza-aid-may-lead-to-an-arrest-warrant/


We sued OpenAI to stop its exploitation of our published work

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>There is no artificial intelligence without the vast trove of human knowledge.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/opinion/we-sued-openai-to-stop-its-exploitation-of-our-published-work/


date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>A $25,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts to the East Hawaii Cultural Center will support a permanent, year-round gallery, Ola Na Iwi, that showcases Native Hawaiian and Pacific contemporary artists.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/community/gallery-showcasing-native-hawaiian-contemporary-artists-to-open-at-ehcc/


May proclaimed Wildfire Community Preparedness Month

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Mayor Mitch Roth has proclaimed May as Wildfire Community Preparedness Month in Hawaii County.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/community/may-proclaimed-wildfire-community-preparedness-month/


Registration open for community art class

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WAIMEA &#8212; Registration is open for the Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library&#8217;s First Saturday Community Art Class, Wabi-Sabi, which will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 1.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/community/registration-open-for-community-art-class/


Giuliani and other Trump allies arraigned in Arizona election case

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>PHOENIX &#8212; Rudy Giuliani and 10 other allies of Donald Trump were arraigned and entered not-guilty pleas Tuesday in an Arizona criminal case that charges them with trying to keep Trump in power after he lost the 2020 presidential election.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/nation-world-news/giuliani-and-other-trump-allies-arraigned-in-arizona-election-case/


Iranian President Raisi’s memorial muted amid public discontent

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>DUBAI &#8212; Thousands of Iranians turned out to mourn President Ebrahim Raisi in the city of Tabriz on Tuesday, after he was killed in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border at the weekend along with his foreign minister and seven others.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/nation-world-news/iranian-president-raisis-memorial-muted-amid-public-discontent/


Obituaries for May 22

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>ShirleyAnn Vicente Casuga, 72, of Milolii died May 15 at home. Born in Kealakekua, she was a farmer and fisherman, involved as a member of countless associations in Milolii and member of the Milolii NFL crew. Scattering of ashes Saturday, June 1, outside Milolii, followed by a celebration of life, fellowship and music at the family&#8217;s home, 89-1707 Milolii Government Rd. Casual attire; flowers are welcome to scatter. Survived by daughters, Christina (Richard) Casuga of Tacoma, Wash., Laurie (Rashad) Casuga-Matthews of Milolii and Yvette (Dowell) Jordan of Carson, Calif.; sisters, Dora Halena, Elizabeth Taetuna, Pearline (Didja) and Mildred (Darlene) Casuga of Milolii; brothers, Ben (Darlene) Casuga and Jack (Caroline) Casuga of Milolii; three grandchildren and a great-granddaughter; nieces, nephews, and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/obituaries/obituaries-for-may-22-11/


Israeli forces raze parts of Gaza’s Jabalia, hit Rafah with airstrikes

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Israeli forces thrust deeper into Jabalia in northern Gaza on Tuesday, striking a hospital and destroying residential areas with tank and air bombardments, residents said, while Israeli airstrikes killed at least five people in Rafah in the south.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/nation-world-news/israeli-forces-raze-parts-of-gazas-jabalia-hit-rafah-with-airstrikes/


Hawaii Island to host 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement has opened registration for its 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention, which will be held from Sept. 17-19 at Hilton Waikoloa Village on Hawaii Island.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/community/hawaii-island-to-host-2024-native-hawaiian-convention/


Hawaii housing market ‘bleak,’ University of Hawaii report finds

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Hawaii&#8217;s housing market was pretty bleak in terms of supply and affordability for most residents in 2023, according to a new report.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/hawaii-news/hawaii-housing-market-bleak-university-of-hawaii-report-finds/


Blinken says he’ll work with US Congress on potential ICC sanctions

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Biden administration is willing to work with Congress to potentially impose sanctions against International Criminal Court officials over the prosecutor&#8217;s request for arrest warrants for Israeli leaders over the Gaza war, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/nation-world-news/blinken-says-hell-work-with-us-congress-on-potential-icc-sanctions/


Singapore Airlines flight hits severe turbulence, one passenger dead, dozens injured

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>BANGKOK &#8212; One passenger died of a suspected heart attack and 30 were injured after a Singapore Airlines flight hit severe turbulence on Tuesday, flinging passengers and crew around the cabin and forcing the plane to land in Bangkok, officials and the airline said.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/22/nation-world-news/singapore-airlines-flight-hits-severe-turbulence-one-passenger-dead-dozens-injured/


Oka carjacking trial begins

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

On Wednesday afternoon in the Superior Court of Guam, the trial of Timothy Tedtaotao Serebour, who faces charges related to an armed carjacking at Oka Pay-Less supermarket on March 19 began.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/oka-carjacking-trial-begins/article_f9f5dd7c-17f8-11ef-90d2-cbe3781d7159.html


Nisperos prevails in CSC appeal

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

A woman who worked as an administrative supervisor at the Office of the Attorney General has prevailed in her adverse action appeal at the Civil Service Commission.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/nisperos-prevails-in-csc-appeal/article_245328de-171a-11ef-a289-3be224dff0fb.html


Man, 26, allegedly recorded sex with girl, 16

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

A 26-year-old man was accused of recording himself having sex with a 16-year-old girl.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-26-allegedly-recorded-sex-with-girl-16/article_0ed3a750-1728-11ef-91f5-ebb60343ba78.html


Woman accused of hindering the capture of ‘dangerous individual’

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

A woman is facing charges related to hindering the apprehension of Mesemwan Repwak.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/woman-accused-of-hindering-the-capture-of-dangerous-individual/article_899946ba-1706-11ef-98e7-0b4142c3d687.html


Former OAG employee denying criminal sexual conduct charges

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

A former employee of the Office of the Attorney General pleaded not guilty to criminal sexual conduct charges.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/former-oag-employee-denying-criminal-sexual-conduct-charges/article_bcb53892-17d8-11ef-a61d-fbc390703b23.html


Man accused of armed carjacking, robbery in 2 incidents on same day

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

A man was charged in connection to two crimes that occurred about an hour apart Monday morning.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-accused-of-armed-carjacking-robbery-in-2-incidents-on-same-day/article_aa8bc9c4-17c9-11ef-bc11-5754403a201c.html


The subtle art of influence: China’s strategic engagement in the CNMI

date: 2024-05-22, from: Pacific Island Times

Saipan– China’s growing presence in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands cannot be ignored. Using strategic capitalist…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/the-subtle-art-of-influence-china-s-strategic-engagement-in-the-cnmi


Hawaiian Word of the Week: Kilo

date: 2024-05-22, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: < 1 minute Kilo—Stargazer, seer, to observe, to examine.

The post Hawaiian Word of the Week: Kilo first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/hawaiian-word-of-the-week-kilo/


Guam Fire responds to 2 blazes

date: 2024-05-22, from: Guam Daily Post

The Guam Fire Department responded to fires in Dededo and Tamuning within 12 hours.

https://www.postguam.com/news/guam-fire-responds-to-2-blazes/article_91073678-17e2-11ef-bee9-1bb6b71e6d80.html


Kahoʻolawe Retreat: ʻŌlelo students dive deep

date: 2024-05-22, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 3 minutes Every March, UH Mānoa and UH Hilo students are invited on a 3-day retreat on Kahoʻolawe and tasked with only speaking Hawaiian.

The post Kahoʻolawe Retreat: ʻŌlelo students dive deep first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/kahoolawe-olelo-students/


ConFest 2024: Kānaka Maoli, Asian American theatre take spotlight

date: 2024-05-22, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 2 minutes ConFest 2024 will feature a play festival, full-length productions, one-on-one training sessions, keynote speeches and more,

The post ConFest 2024: Kānaka Maoli, Asian American theatre take spotlight first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/confest-2024/


UH Hilo golfers selected for PacWest honors

date: 2024-05-22, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: < 1 minute Members of the men’s and women’s golf teams received conference honors in addition to Earl Tamiya receiving Coach of the Year.

The post UH Hilo golfers selected for PacWest honors first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/golfers-pacwest-honors/


My Daughter is Shouting at Me

date: 2024-05-22, from: Hawai’i Pacific Review (HPU Literary Magazine)

by Veronica Montes Her tears and her spit and all her complicated feelings fly into the air. She says many things including don’t make it about you, Mom, don’t. I nod and stop talking. I sneak a look at my … Continue reading

https://hawaiipacificreview.org/2024/05/21/my-daughter-is-shouting-at-me/


Be prepared for hurricane season ’24

date: 2024-05-22, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 2 minutes Forecasters see fewer tropical cyclones for the 2024 hurricane season.

The post Be prepared for hurricane season ’24 first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/hurricane-season-24/


Deaf graduate inspires keiki through journey of triumph

date: 2024-05-22, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 4 minutes Lehano discovered that the UH Mānoa College of Education was creating a new cohort that was specific to severe disabilities and autism, which she jumped at the opportunity to apply.

The post Deaf graduate inspires keiki through journey of triumph first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/amber-lehano-journey-of-triumph/


Dozens of UH West Oʻahu grads earn degrees on Kauaʻi

date: 2024-05-22, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 2 minutes Twenty-nine Kauaʻi-based students graduated from UH West Oʻahu this academic year.

The post Dozens of UH West Oʻahu grads earn degrees on Kauaʻi first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/uh-west-oahu-grads-earn-degrees-on-kauai/


UH grad students train with national experts to tackle clean energy issues

date: 2024-05-21, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 3 minutes The summer program is supported by a UH Mānoa project called “Ka mana o ka lā: Modeling our energy future.”

The post UH grad students train with national experts to tackle clean energy issues first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/energy-earthshots-workshop/


Native Hawaiian healer in training wins national public health award

date: 2024-05-21, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 2 minutes Ashley Mainani Lee was recognized for her efforts in restoring the health of Native Hawaiians.

The post Native Hawaiian healer in training wins national public health award first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/nh-healer-in-training-wins-award/


Trailblazer: Mānoa law alumna rises to U.S. Senator’s chief of staff

date: 2024-05-21, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 4 minutes Coti Haia has served in her current role for Sen. Mazie Hirono since 2022.

The post Trailblazer: Mānoa law alumna rises to U.S. Senator’s chief of staff first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/21/law-alumna-us-senators-chief-of-staff/


Prosecution of woman in assault case suspended

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

THE prosecution of Nanami DLG Mafnas, who was charged with assault, has been suspended after she was accepted to the adult diversion program.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/prosecution-of-woman-in-assault-case-suspended/article_a251f5fa-1763-11ef-8b19-ef93f4dca925.html


Singapore Airlines flight hits severe turbulence, one passenger dead, seven critically injured

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

BANGKOK (Reuters) — One passenger was killed and 30 injured after a Singapore Airlines flight hit severe turbulence on Tuesday, flinging passengers and crew around the cabin and forcing the plane to land in Bangkok, officials and the airline said.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/regional_world/singapore-airlines-flight-hits-severe-turbulence-one-passenger-dead-seven-critically-injured/article_6cb56776-1784-11ef-85f5-ab4e1566f7ad.html


Tinian delegation holds public hearing on internet gaming bill

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

THE Tinian and Aguiguan Legislative Delegation on Tuesday conducted a public hearing on Senate Local Bill 23-5, which proposes to allow internet gaming on Tinian.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/tinian-delegation-holds-public-hearing-on-internet-gaming-bill/article_615d9fde-175b-11ef-bd78-2f09d59b3c06.html


Marianas Milk

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

https://www.mvariety.com/views/columnists/marianas-milk/article_b83ccf46-17c9-11ef-bdc6-db5ffa8ba70c.html


Environmental stewardship on a global stage

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

Among other topics, Gov. Arnold I. Palacios spoke about environmental sustainability initiatives while in Tokyo, Japan last week. At the invitation of Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike, Palacios presented alongside other dignitaries from other major cities as part of the City Leaders Program - Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo 2024 Summit. He talked about the CNMI’s commitment to transitioning to renewable energy, the Green Growth Initiative, and how sustainability is rooted in both science and island wisdom and tradition. In his remarks, Palacios also mentioned that the CNMI just completed the first greenhouse gas inventory with help from the U.S. National Renewable Energy Laboratory.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/environmental-stewardship-on-a-global-stage/article_5aa0fa26-1781-11ef-8467-63b1a0791511.html


Tourist drowns at Laulau Bay dive site

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

A 40-YEAR-OLD male Chinese tourist drowned at the Laulau Bay Dive site on Friday, May 17, according to the Department of Public Safety.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/tourist-drowns-at-laulau-bay-dive-site/article_d353e810-1755-11ef-af1f-778310429c2d.html


MVA, governor host Marianas Seminar in Tokyo

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

(MVA) —  Over 70 travel agents, media representatives, and other key industry partners in Japan recently learned the latest destination details about the Marianas at a Marianas Seminar conducted by Marianas Visitors Authority on Tuesday, May 14.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/mva-governor-host-marianas-seminar-in-tokyo/article_e70f4fda-1781-11ef-9e6a-1759cf8f2124.html


MVA starts A&E design of Marpi sites improvements

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

(MVA) — The Marianas Visitors Authority is taking the first steps toward the redevelopment of several major historic sites in Saipan with commencement of architecture and engineering services for the project.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/mva-starts-a-e-design-of-marpi-sites-improvements/article_85d67106-1783-11ef-b78e-1bea6d32f6a1.html


Kuentai-USA eyes resumption of excavations in Achugao

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

KUENTAI-USA representatives on Tuesday met with Lt. Gov. David M. Apatang to seek assistance in resuming the excavation of Japanese and American remains in Achugao and surrounding areas.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/kuentai-usa-eyes-resumption-of-excavations-in-achugao/article_d32addcc-1768-11ef-82da-0f0432124813.html


Saipan mayor discusses community initiatives with Rotarians

date: 2024-05-21, updated: 2024-05-22, from: Marianas Variety

MAYOR Ramon Blas “RB” Camacho of Saipan, as the special guest of the island’s Rotary Club on Tuesday, discussed the projects his office has undertaken since he was sworn in last year.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/local/saipan-mayor-discusses-community-initiatives-with-rotarians/article_736fdc56-175f-11ef-b3ae-ab4efa3f4779.html


GWA seeks finality to property dispute with CoreTech

date: 2024-05-21, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The Guam Waterworks Authority is seeking to appeal a lower court’s award of a disputed Dededo property…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/gwa-seeks-finality-to-property-dispute-with-coretech


GMHA requests $74 million for fiscal 2025 to cover shortfall

date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority is requesting $74.3 million from the Guam Legislature for fiscal year 2025 to cover a projected shortfall from funding sources - patient revenues, the Department of Corrections and federal grants - equal to that amount…

https://www.postguam.com/news/gmha-requests-74-million-for-fiscal-2025-to-cover-shortfall/article_8d84cff6-1733-11ef-b395-137a31fb8981.html


Club sports: HPA claims Founder’s Cup over Kona

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>It&#8217;s been a long time coming for Hawaii Preparatory Academy lacrosse.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/sports/club-sports-hpa-claims-founders-cup-over-kona/


Oilers hold off Canucks in Game 7 to win West semifinal series

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Ryan Nugent-Hopkins collected one goal and one assist as the visiting Edmonton Oilers rode a three-goal second period to a 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday to win Game 7 of their Western Conference semifinal series.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/sports/oilers-hold-off-canucks-in-game-7-to-win-west-semifinal-series/


Plenty of offense on tap as Celtics, Pacers meet in East finals

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Based on past performance, it&#8217;s unlikely that generating good offense will be a problem for either team when the Indiana Pacers visit the Boston Celtics for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Tuesday night.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/sports/plenty-of-offense-on-tap-as-celtics-pacers-meet-in-east-finals/


Your Views for May 21

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The aloha spirit is&#0010;alive and well here</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/opinion/your-views-for-may-21-8/


Democrats’ bribery cases in Congress call for self-examination

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>No political party ever wants to get caught in a corruption scandal, particularly one flavored by betrayal of domestic interests for foreign gain. Here comes the Democratic Party with two scandals, and in a presidential election year.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/opinion/democrats-bribery-cases-in-congress-call-for-self-examination/


FDIC chair Gruenberg says he will step down once successor is announced

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WASHINGTON &#8212; U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corp Chair Martin Gruenberg said on Monday he planned to step down, finally succumbing to a months-long scandal over sexual harassment and other misconduct at the top bank regulator.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/fdic-chair-gruenberg-says-he-will-step-down-once-successor-is-announced/


Maui seeks contractor to review MEMA’s Aug. 8 response

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>County officials are seeking an outside agency to review the response of the Maui Emergency Management Agency during the Aug. 8 wildfires because they said the department currently has only two full-time employees.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/hawaii-news/maui-seeks-contractor-to-review-memas-aug-8-response/


Biden: What’s happening in Gaza is not genocide

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WASHINGTON (Reuters) &#8212; U.S. President Joe Biden strongly defended Israel on Monday, saying Israeli forces are not committing genocide in their military campaign against Hamas militants in Gaza in a rejection of criticism from pro-Palestinian protesters.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/biden-whats-happening-in-gaza-is-not-genocide/


US Supreme Court rebuffs appeal over Maryland assault weapons ban

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Monday to hear a challenge to a Democratic-backed ban in Maryland on assault-style rifles such as AR-15s, steering clear of the dispute while the litigation continues in a lower court.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/us-supreme-court-rebuffs-appeal-over-maryland-assault-weapons-ban/


US wildfire season is now everywhere, all at once

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The toxic smoke choking swathes of the Midwestern U.S. this week is a helpful reminder to Americans that Canada exists, and its wildfire season has come early. But Americans shouldn&#8217;t forget their own season starts much earlier these days, too. In fact, it&#8217;s getting to the point that wildfire season is all year long.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/opinion/us-wildfire-season-is-now-everywhere-all-at-once/


ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Israel’s Netanyahu and Hamas leaders

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>JERUSALEM &#8212; The chief prosecutor at the world&#8217;s top criminal court Monday announced that he was seeking arrest warrants for the leaders of both Israel and Hamas on charges of crimes against humanity, a strong rebuke that equated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel with his Hamas counterpart, Yehia Sinwar, and compounded the growing international alarm at Israel&#8217;s conduct in the Gaza Strip.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/icc-prosecutor-seeks-arrest-warrants-for-israels-netanyahu-and-hamas-leaders/


Obituaries for May 21

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Veneranda &#8220;Nancy&#8221; Banez Cabico, 103, of Captain Cook died May 14 at home. Born in Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, she was a retired housekeeper for the former Kona Hilton Hotel, member of AFL Hotel and Restaurant Workers union, coffee farmer and former worker for Dole Pineapple Cannery in Honolulu. Services at a later date. Survived by sons, Mabini Dagdag of Captain Cook and Rogelio (Michelle Smith) Dagdag Sr. of Ocean View; hanai son, Kevin Dagdag; grandchildren and great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/obituaries/obituaries-for-may-21-11/


Assange can appeal extradition to U.S., English court rules

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>LONDON &#8212; A London court ruled Monday that Julian Assange, the embattled WikiLeaks founder, could appeal his extradition to the United States, a move that opens a new chapter in his prolonged fight against being sent to the U.S. to face trial on espionage charges.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/assange-can-appeal-extradition-to-u-s-english-court-rules/


Iran moves to project stability after crash kills key leaders

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Iran sought to project a sense of order and control Monday by quickly naming an acting president and foreign minister a day after a helicopter crash killed both leaders. The change in leadership came at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East and domestic discontent in Iran, where many residents have called for an end to decades of repressive clerical rule.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/iran-moves-to-project-stability-after-crash-kills-key-leaders/


Three arrested at cockfight attended by dozens

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>A woman and two men were arrested Saturday afternoon during what police say was a cockfight raid on the Kaloli Drive end of the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision in Puna.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/hawaii-news/three-arrested-at-cockfight-attended-by-dozens/


Hearing set for man accused of robbing Kona vape shop

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>A judge on Monday maintained bail for a 39-year-old Kailua-Kona man accused of holding up a Kona vape shop at gunpoint Saturday.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/hawaii-news/hearing-set-for-man-accused-of-robbing-kona-vape-shop/


Charges against alleged Hilo counterfeiter dropped

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>At the request of prosecutors, a judge dropped charges Friday against a 32-year-old Hilo man police described as &#8220;a significant figure in the distribution and utilization of counterfeit currency being passed into our community&#8217;s circulation.&#8221;</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/hawaii-news/charges-against-alleged-hilo-counterfeiter-dropped/


Sen. Menendez bribery trial reveals N.J. businessman’s sweetheart halal meat deal with Egypt

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>NEW YORK &#8212; The price of halal meat in Egypt took center stage at the trial of Sen. Bob Menendez Monday, as defense lawyers tried to chip away at prosecutors&#8217; allegations that the veteran lawmaker helped broker a sweetheart monopoly for a U.S. businessman in exchange for bribes.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/sen-menendez-bribery-trial-reveals-n-j-businessmans-sweetheart-halal-meat-deal-with-egypt/


Cohen endures cross-examination under the eyes of Trump’s entourage

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>NEW YORK &#8212; The star witness against Donald Trump took the stand Monday for a fourth and final day at the former president&#8217;s criminal trial in Manhattan, fending off a fusillade of attacks from defense lawyers and acknowledging that he once stole from Trump&#8217;s company.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/nation-world-news/cohen-endures-cross-examination-under-the-eyes-of-trumps-entourage/


Counties differ in approach to regulating vacation rentals

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>New state legislation giving the counties the power to reduce or even phase out short-term vacation rentals has triggered different responses &#8212; none likely to result in immediate county action even on Maui, where proposed reform was inspired by the housing needs of those displaced by the deadly Aug. 8 wildfires.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/hawaii-news/counties-differ-in-approach-to-regulating-vacation-rentals/


Reusable foodware plan still in the works

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>A proposed project to replace disposable foodware at Hilo food establishments with reusable items needs a little more time in the oven.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/hawaii-news/reusable-foodware-plan-still-in-the-works/


Let’s Talk Food: Sweet sticky rice

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>There are two categories of rice: Indica or Japonica. Glutinous or sticky rice is in the category of Japonica and is most often used to make desserts.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/community/lets-talk-food-sweet-sticky-rice/


Mariners break through vs. Clay Holmes, stun Yankees

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Ty France hit a tiebreaking RBI single to cap a four-run ninth inning off Clay Holmes as the Seattle Mariners rallied for a 5-4 victory over the host New York Yankees on Monday night. </p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/sports/mariners-break-through-vs-clay-holmes-stun-yankees/


Police ID motorcyclist killed in Ka‘u crash

date: 2024-05-21, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Police have identified a 59-year-old Ocean View man who died in a motorcycle crash Thursday in Ka&#8216;u as Andre Joseph Fournier Sr.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/21/hawaii-news/police-id-motorcyclist-killed-in-kau-crash/


Palau Airport Jetway RepairsDisrupt United Airlines Flights

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

United Airlines passengers faced disruptions in Palau and Guam on Sunday and Monday, May 19 and 20, after the airline canceled flights due to safety concerns. The Palau International Airport’s two jetways were inoperable for repairs and maintenance.The disruptions impacted United Airlines passengers who were forced to make alternative arrangements. The stranded passengers are told […]

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Good news for Kayangel and Angaur: Improved Disaster Preparedness with New Storage Units

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

Remote islands receive a boost in their ability to respond to disasters through IOM. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) recently provided two much-needed container storage units to Kayangel and Angaur States in Palau. These units will serve as decentralized warehouses, allowing the islands to stockpile essential emergency supplies closer to home. Located 83 km […]

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https://islandtimes.org/good-news-for-kayangel-and-angaur-improved-disaster-preparedness-with-new-storage-units/


First new candidate to declare for Senate

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

Vierra J. Toribiong is the first new and young candidate to declare his intention to run for Senate in the 12th Olbiil era Kelulau in the upcoming general election in November 2024. Toribiong announced his candidacy on TMC Television yesterday.  Expressing a strong interest in public service, Mr. Toribiong noted in previous roles in public […]

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Henry Puna bids farewell: Reflections on leadership and legacy as Forum Secretary General

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

SUVA, 17 MAY 2024 (PACNEWS)—Outgoing Forum Secretary General and former Cook Islands Prime Minister, Henry Puna says, ‘leadership is something that can only be enriched by experience; and experience can only be enriched by the lessons that we learn through life.’ Puna made the comment last night in his remarks as the region bid farewell […]

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https://islandtimes.org/henry-puna-bids-farewell-reflections-on-leadership-and-legacy-as-forum-secretary-general/


Public Defender seeks nearly $1M in local funds for Civil Law Center

date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

With American Rescue Plan Act funding drying up and grant funding being insufficient, the Public Defender Service Corp. is seeking to utilize local money to support the Civil Law Center division in fiscal year 2025.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/public-defender-seeks-nearly-1m-in-local-funds-for-civil-law-center/article_22b48348-170f-11ef-9d10-3b1fd7893aa1.html


Malojloj celebrates the 2024 San Isidro Fiesta

date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

San Ysidro in Spanish, or Isidore the Laborer in English, also known as Isidore the Farmer, was a Spanish farmworker known for his piety toward the poor and animals. He is the Catholic patron saint of farmers. San Isidro (in…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/malojloj-celebrates-the-2024-san-isidro-fiesta/article_a98c91da-1700-11ef-87db-a75428ec3089.html


‘There’s a lot more to this case than meets the eye’

date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

A jury of 12 is anticipated to hear opening statements in a trial for a man accused of a carjacking at Oka Pay-Less in March.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/theres-a-lot-more-to-this-case-than-meets-the-eye/article_b44b8a62-1715-11ef-b8a9-2f65a2776378.html


Woman allegedly forged checks at bank, scammed money from victim

date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

A woman was accused of forging two bad checks and scamming a woman out of $900, according to a magistrate’s complaint filed in the Superior Court of Guam.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/woman-allegedly-forged-checks-at-bank-scammed-money-from-victim/article_5c1fdf7e-1660-11ef-9f57-ab05d1d0c83a.html


Man, 22, allegedly got girl, 15, pregnant

date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

A 22-year-old man is accused of impregnating a 15-year-old girl in 2023.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-22-allegedly-got-girl-15-pregnant/article_71c716f4-1664-11ef-8ba4-4bf51b771622.html


date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

The Committee on Rules at the Guam Legislature adopted two resolutions on Monday authorizing the hiring of legal counsel as needed and the spending of up to $100,000 in total on legal fees for cases involving a petition at the…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/committee-on-rules-oks-up-to-100k-for-legal-fees-in-2-cases/article_fb045ea6-1680-11ef-a268-e34ec1a80270.html


DPW to install safety measures on Asan curve

date: 2024-05-21, from: Guam Daily Post

The inner lanes on portion of road on Route 1 Marine Corps Drive in Asan, known as Dead Man’s Curve, will be closed this weekend.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/dpw-to-install-safety-measures-on-asan-curve/article_fc6e4b94-1725-11ef-ac16-f79bef6ce541.html


Palau Revives Weed Eradication Program to Boost Climate Resilience

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

KOROR, Palau – Palau is relaunching its “War on Weeds” program to combat invasive plant species that threaten the island nation’s ecosystems and resilience to climate change. The initiative, a collaboration between Palau’s government and the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP), targets five high-priority weeds: Praxelis (Praxelis clematidea), African tulip (Spathodea campanulata), […]

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DoD representatives meet with residents of Palau;

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

Discuss proposed designation of defense site in Peleliu KOROR, Republic of Palau (May 17, 2024) – A team of engineers and representatives of the Department of Defense (DoD) met with government leaders and residents of the Republic of Palau to discuss the proposed designation of a new defense site in Peleliu, May 13 and 15.About […]

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U.S. Coast Guard visit to Republic of Palau strengthens maritime navigation and cooperation

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

Courtesy Photo | Lt. Jay DeInnocentiis meets KOROR, Republic of Palau – On May 14, 2024, the U.S. Coast Guard completed a vital weeklong mission in the Republic of Palau, setting the stage for future collaboration and bolstering safe maritime navigation and security. This visit, in response to a request from Palau Marine Transportation, focused […]

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JOY CENTER

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards. -Soren Kierkegaard We cannot avoid the past if we want be healed of our deep wounds and mature and engage in a healthy relationships. Trauma is a violation of a relationships. There are two kinds of traumas: 1) bad things that happened and […]

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Statement from the Pacific Elders’ Voice (PEV) on the situation in New Caledonia

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

MELBOURNE (PEV)—The Pacific Elders’ Voice is extremely concerned with the turn of events in New Caledonia, leading to unrest and loss of life and livelihoods. We urge a speedy resolution to the situation through dialogue and underscore the importance of listening to indigenous Kanak voices and the Pacific wide support for self-determination. We call for […]

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Fiji could become ‘a nation of zombies’ under weight of meth crisis

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

SUVA, 20 MAY 2024 (TVNZ)—Fiji is grappling with a methamphetamine crisis that has infiltrated every part of society, from villages, schools, and the police sworn to protect them. Ilisapeci Veibuli from the Fiji Womens Crisis Centre has watched the rapidly spiralling meth use with alarm and says it’s so extensive it’s been normalised. “People are […]

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ADF ‘ready to fly’ as death toll rises in New Caledonia, NZDF Hercules awaits French approval

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

NOUMEA, 20 MAY 2024 (AAP/RNZ PACIFIC) —As Australians stranded in New Caledonia amid unrest beg for help to come home, Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the defence force is “ready to fly” once commercial flights to the territory resume. Six people have been killed in the French-ruled Pacific Island territory during the upheaval, sparked […]

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https://islandtimes.org/adf-ready-to-fly-as-death-toll-rises-in-new-caledonia-nzdf-hercules-awaits-french-approval/


Taiwan’s new President Lai in his inauguration speech urges China to stop its military intimidation

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

By CHRISTOPHER BODEEN and SIMINA MISTREANU Associated Press TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s new President Lai Ching-te in his inauguration speech has urged China to stop its military intimidation against the self-governed island Beijing claims as its own territory. “Fellow compatriots, we have the ideal of pursuing peace, but we must not have illusions,” Lai […]

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Iran’s president, foreign minister and others found dead at helicopter crash site, state media says

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

By JON GAMBRELL Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the country’s foreign minister and several other officials were found dead on Monday, hours after their helicopter crashed in a foggy, mountainous region of the country’s northwest, state media reported. The crash comes as the Middle East remains unsettled by the […]

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Nuggets blow 20-point lead, struggle from field as Timberwolves end their title defense in Game 7

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

By PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets couldn’t quiet an epic second-half comeback by Minnesota or the noise emanating from a boisterous Timberwolves locker room. It was a thunderous and stinging reminder of the obvious — their reign as champions was over, and much sooner than expected. The young and confident Timberwolves came into […]

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Shohei Ohtani’s first walk-off hit for the Dodgers caps an eventful week for the superstar slugger

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani’s first walk-off hit for the Los Angeles Dodgers was also his first game-ending hit in the majors in nearly four years. His still-new teammates and fans who celebrated with him Sunday at Chavez Ravine expect to see many more feats from a superstar […]

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Pacers set NBA playoff shooting mark, top Knicks 130-109 in Game 7 to make Eastern Conference finals

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — When the Indiana Pacers compiled one of the best offensive seasons in NBA history, they were just getting warmed up. For Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, they delivered something really spectacular. Tyrese Haliburton scored 26 points and the Pacers set an NBA playoff […]

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https://islandtimes.org/pacers-set-nba-playoff-shooting-mark-top-knicks-130-109-in-game-7-to-make-eastern-conference-finals/


PAWS MOBILE SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC IS GOING ANGAUR STATE

date: 2024-05-21, from: Island Times

Palau Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) alongside Governor Steven R. Salii will be holding a free and get a $10 gift cash PROMOTION Spay/Neuter Mobile Clinic at Angaur State this month of May 2024. We will be arriving on the 27th to set up our equipments and then from May 28 to May 29, our clinic […]

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


AG’s loyalty check: Moylan says privilege belongs to the people of Guam

date: 2024-05-21, from: Pacific Island Times

By Mar-Vic Cagurangan The attorney general serves concurrently as the chief legal officer for the government of Guam and the attorney for…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/ag-s-loyalty-check-moylan-says-privilege-belongs-to-the-people-of-guam


In memoriam: Korean studies/history pioneer Yong-Ho Ch’oe

date: 2024-05-21, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 3 minutes Ch’oe joined the UH Mānoa Department of History in 1970, where he served for 30 years.

The post In memoriam: Korean studies/history pioneer Yong-Ho Ch’oe first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/20/in-memoriam-yong-ho-choe/


POCCA Third Conference A Success

date: 2024-05-21, from: University of the South Pacific (Fiji)

The Pacific Ocean and Climate Crisis Assessment (POCCA) Third Authors Conference was deemed a success…

The post POCCA Third Conference A Success appeared first on University of the South Pacific.

https://www.usp.ac.fj/news/pocca-third-conference-a-success/


Bill seeks to address shortage of government lawyers on Guam

date: 2024-05-21, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff Sens. Telo Taitague and Chris Barnett introduced a bill that would allow Guam’s Supreme Court to…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/bill-seeks-to-address-shortage-of-government-lawyers-on-guam


Shidler students qualify for national ad competition for first time in 20 years

date: 2024-05-20, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 2 minutes Teams were tasked to create an advertising campaign for Tide.

The post Shidler students qualify for national ad competition for first time in 20 years first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/20/national-student-ad-competition/


More than $300 million worth of contracts awarded for military projects on Guam

date: 2024-05-20, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff More than $300 million worth of contracts for military buildup-related projects on Guam were awarded…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/pacific-rim-awarded-176-9m-contract-for-military-housing-on-guam


INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAIʻI Election 2024 Preview

date: 2024-05-20, from: INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAIʻI

We take a comprehensive look at the Hawai‘i election contests for the primary election in August…

The post INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAIʻI <br/>Election 2024 Preview appeared first on PBS Hawai‘i.

https://www.pbshawaii.org/insights-on-pbs-hawai%ca%bbi-election-2024-preview/


International court prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Israeli PM, defense chief and 3 Hamas leaders

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) — The International Criminal Court prosecutor’s office said on Monday it had requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his defense chief and three Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/regional_world/international-court-prosecutor-seeks-arrest-warrants-for-israeli-pm-defense-chief-and-3-hamas-leaders/article_3592a5c6-16a6-11ef-959f-f7f90d51b303.html


International Biodiversity Day: Harnessing innovation to reverse biodiversity loss

date: 2024-05-20, from: Island Conservation News

Happy International Day for Biological Diversity! We’re using innovation to accelerate recovery on islands around the world. Find out how!

The post International Biodiversity Day: Harnessing innovation to reverse biodiversity loss appeared first on Island Conservation.

https://www.islandconservation.org/international-biodiversity-day-harnessing-innovation-to-reverse-biodiversity-loss/


“Climate Change | Mauka to Makai: Our Kuleana” 2024 HIKI NŌ on PBS HAWAI‘I Spring Challenge

date: 2024-05-20, from: HIKI NŌ ON PBS HAWAIʻI

For the 2024 HIKI NŌ on PBS Hawai‘i Spring Challenge, the call was for videos based on the prompt “CLIMATE CHANGE | MAUKA TO MAKAI: OUR KULEANA.”

The post “Climate Change | Mauka to Makai: Our Kuleana” <br/>2024 HIKI NŌ on PBS HAWAI‘I Spring Challenge appeared first on PBS Hawai‘i.

https://www.pbshawaii.org/climate-change-mauka-to-makai-our-kuleana-2024-hiki-no-on-pbs-hawaii-spring-challenge/


Home sales hit 25-year low, housing crisis explained in UHERO factbook

date: 2024-05-20, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 2 minutes UHERO reported high interest rates, high prices and low supply have continued to keep housing extremely unaffordable.

The post Home sales hit 25-year low, housing crisis explained in UHERO factbook first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/20/uhero-2nd-housing-factbook/


date: 2024-05-20, from: University of Hawaiʻi News

Reading time: 3 minutes This editorial by UH Cancer Center Director Naoto T. Ueno first appeared in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser on May 19, 2024.

The post Investing in our cancer-related health: How raising the cigarette tax would help our community first appeared on University of Hawaiʻi System News.

https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2024/05/20/investing-in-our-cancer-related-health/


Biden reaches out to Morehouse grads on Gaza, warns of risk to democracy

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

ATLANTA (Reuters) — President Joe Biden urged Morehouse College graduates not to give up on democracy in a somber commencement address on Sunday, acknowledging their anger over the war in Gaza while warning about risk to American freedoms.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/national/biden-reaches-out-to-morehouse-grads-on-gaza-warns-of-risk-to-democracy/article_68f0f81c-1671-11ef-abba-4b49acb25447.html


Bank of Japan may face more pressure to hike rates as weak yen hits consumer spending

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

TOKYO (Reuters) — Japan’s weak consumption may heighten, rather than tame, already growing political pressure on the central bank to raise interest rates to slow the yen’s declines blamed for hurting households via higher import costs.

https://www.mvariety.com/business/business_news/bank-of-japan-may-face-more-pressure-to-hike-rates-as-weak-yen-hits-consumer/article_1507d8b6-1670-11ef-8c58-ff1247ff5bb0.html


Selena Gomez relieved focus is on Cannes entry ‘Emilia Perez,’ not her personal life

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

CANNES, France (Reuters) — Selena Gomez said that she was relieved focus had shifted to her role in the new Mexican cartel musical “Emilia Perez” rather than her personal life, the singer told Reuters on Sunday.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/selena-gomez-relieved-focus-is-on-cannes-entry-emilia-perez-not-her-personal-life/article_ad8a1f86-167a-11ef-a290-9715e2c079b4.html


Kevin Costner frets about financing ‘Horizon: An American Saga’

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

CANNES, France (Reuters) — Kevin Costner premiered his film “Horizon: An American Saga” at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday night, aiming to make it into a four-part series even though he’s not sure how he’ll finance it.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/kevin-costner-frets-about-financing-horizon-an-american-saga/article_5091c472-167b-11ef-96ec-a7182f092ce9.html


Pioneering English Channel swimmer celebrated in ‘Young Woman and the Sea’

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) — New Hollywood film “Young Woman and the Sea” brings the story of Gertrude “Trudy” Ederle to the big screen, shining a light on the Olympic gold medalist’s feat to become the first woman to swim the English Channel.

https://www.mvariety.com/lifestyle/pioneering-english-channel-swimmer-celebrated-in-young-woman-and-the-sea/article_fc0aa450-167a-11ef-a259-4b2e1e298700.html


Pacers ride record-breaking shooting day to Game 7 win over Knicks

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

(Reuters) — The Indiana Pacers couldn’t miss on Sunday.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/nationalsports/pacers-ride-record-breaking-shooting-day-to-game-7-win-over-knicks/article_2ed02e46-1680-11ef-a52e-1f19ac8a18de.html


Wolves rally from down 20, oust Nuggets in Game 7

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

(Reuters) — Mike Conley looked at Minnesota’s 20-point deficit early in the third quarter with one thought.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/nationalsports/wolves-rally-from-down-20-oust-nuggets-in-game-7/article_7e0c24b0-1680-11ef-9ee8-2f6e3e6ed36e.html


ACS retains high school track and field titles

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

AGAPE Christian School successfully defended its high school division titles in the McDonald’s-PSS All School Track and Field (Athletics) SY23-24, which concluded Saturday at the Oleai Sports Complex.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/localsports/acs-retains-high-school-track-and-field-titles/article_638b9a08-169e-11ef-8679-f7b55b624a5d.html


Jolene tops inaugural ‘Reel Heroes’ fishing derby

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-21, from: Marianas Variety

JOLENE won the inaugural Tasi To Table’s CNMI “Reel Heroes” International Fishing Derby by catching a 101-pound marlin on Saturday.

https://www.mvariety.com/sports/localsports/jolene-tops-inaugural-reel-heroes-fishing-derby/article_0770f942-169f-11ef-8d7e-3b4aebcaa4a2.html


Amata speaks to ‘Rising Pacific Leaders’

date: 2024-05-20, updated: 2024-05-20, from: Marianas Variety

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Office of the American Samoa Congressional Delegate) — U.S. Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata took part in a recent roundtable with 23 rising leaders representing 18 countries from the Pacific Islands Conference of Leaders.

https://www.mvariety.com/news/regional_world/amata-speaks-to-rising-pacific-leaders/article_5e1a5bc4-166a-11ef-9e42-a36196a2ebbf.html


Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi killed in helicopter crash

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>DUBAI (Reuters) &#8212; Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a hardliner long seen as a potential successor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in a helicopter crash in mountainous terrain near the Azerbaijan border, officials and state media said on Monday.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/iranian-president-ebrahim-raisi-killed-in-helicopter-crash/


Judge reopens sentencing hearing for man who attacked Pelosi’s husband

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>A judge Saturday reopened a sentencing hearing for the intruder who bludgeoned Nancy Pelosi&#8217;s husband nearly 19 months ago, admitting that the court had not given the defendant a chance to make a statement.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/judge-reopens-sentencing-hearing-for-man-who-attacked-pelosis-husband/


Gaza Strip residents flee Jabalia as Israel’s military launches new offensive

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The northern Gaza Strip town of Jabalia had already come under fierce attacks from the Israeli military earlier in the war, killing many civilians and demolishing large parts of the suburb. So, as Israeli ground forces moved to other parts of Gaza and military strikes focused elsewhere, residents thought they had experienced their worst days.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/gaza-strip-residents-flee-jabalia-as-israels-military-launches-new-offensive/


‘We’ll see you at your house:’ How fear and menace are transforming politics

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>One Friday last month, Jamie Raskin, a Democratic member of Congress from Maryland, spent a chunk of his day in court securing a protective order.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/well-see-you-at-your-house-how-fear-and-menace-are-transforming-politics/


Maui County issues first rebuilding permit for wildfire survivors

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The Maui County Recovery Permit Center, which opened three weeks ago to facilitate permitting for August wildfire survivors, has issued its first building permit to a Lahaina couple to rebuild their destroyed home.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/hawaii-news/maui-county-issues-first-rebuilding-permit-for-wildfire-survivors/


Another telescope controversy is brewing, this time on Maui

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The U.S. Air Force wants to build seven more telescopes on the summit of Haleakala to help better track the growing number of objects whizzing about in space.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/hawaii-news/another-telescope-controvery-is-brewing-this-time-on-maui/


Biden reaches out to Morehouse grads on Gaza, warns of risk to democracy

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>ATLANTA &#8212; U.S. President Joe Biden urged Morehouse College graduates not to give up on democracy in a somber commencement address on Sunday, acknowledging their anger over the war in Gaza while warning about risk to American freedoms.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/biden-reaches-out-to-morehouse-grads-on-gaza-warns-of-risk-to-democracy/


Rubio, a Trump VP contender, won’t commit to certifying 2024 results

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., who has been floated as a possible running mate for former President Donald Trump, refused Sunday to commit to accepting the results of the 2024 presidential election and repeated conspiracy theories about the 2020 election.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/rubio-a-trump-vp-contender-wont-commit-to-certifying-2024-results/


‘We can’t sleep’: Houstonians still without power struggle to stay cool

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>HOUSTON &#8212; Three days after a devastating thunderstorm tore through Houston, the nation&#8217;s fourth-most-populous city began lurching back onto its feet Sunday.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/we-cant-sleep-houstonians-still-without-power-struggle-to-stay-cool/


When a tale of migration is not just fiction

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>GU&#0201;DIAWAYE, Senegal &#8212; The two teenagers on the screen trudging through the endless dunes of the Sahara on their way to Europe were actors. So were the fellow migrants tortured in a bloodstained Libyan prison.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/features/when-a-tale-of-migration-is-not-just-fiction/


New Taiwan president takes office as Chinese state media warns of ‘provocative’ behaviour

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>TAIPEI &#8212; Lai Ching-te took office as Taiwan&#8217;s new president on Monday, facing an angry and deeply suspicious China that believes he is a &#8220;separatist,&#8221; and a fractious parliament with an opposition champing at the bit to challenge him.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/new-taiwan-president-takes-office-as-chinese-state-media-warns-of-provocative-behaviour/


Shohei Ohtani gets winning hit in Dodgers’ walk-off victory

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>LOS ANGELES &#8212; Shohei Ohtani got an impromptu shower near the second-base bag Sunday afternoon, his teammates dousing him with two buckets of water after the slugger lined a two-out, run-scoring single to right field in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the Dodgers to a 3-2 walk-off victory over the Cincinnati Reds.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/sports/shohei-ohtani-gets-winning-hit-in-dodgers-walk-off-victory/


HHSAA states wrap-up: Warriors baseball team wins state on Oahu

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>HONOLULU &#8212; The Kamehameha Schools-Hawai&#8216;i baseball team made the entire Big Island proud over the weekend on Oahu.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/sports/hhsaa-states-wrap-up-warriors-baseball-team-wins-state-on-oahu/


Wolves rally from down 20, oust Nuggets in Game 7

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Mike Conley looked at Minnesota&#8217;s 20-point deficit early in the third quarter with one thought. </p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/wolves-rally-from-down-20-oust-nuggets-in-game-7/


Pacers ride record-breaking shooting day to Game 7 win over Knicks

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p> The Indiana Pacers couldn&#8217;t miss on Sunday.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/nation-world-news/pacers-ride-record-breaking-shooting-day-to-game-7-win-over-knicks/


Schauffele wins PGA Championship for long-awaited first major

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>(Reuters) &#8212; American Xander Schauffele birdied the final hole to win the PGA Championship by one shot over LIV Golf&#8217;s Bryson DeChambeau at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, on Sunday to claim a long-awaited first major title. </p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/sports/schauffele-wins-pga-championship-for-long-awaited-first-major/


New data shows charter schools increase segregation

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>As we approach the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, a crucial question arises: Why are our nation&#8217;s schools experiencing increased segregation despite progress in neighborhood integration? A new study by Sean Reardon of Stanford University and Ann Owens of the University of Southern California provides a startling answer &#8212; more than half of the blame is due to the expansion of charter schools.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/opinion/new-data-shows-charter-schools-increase-segregation/


Police: Honomu man drowned at Kolekole Beach Park earlier this month

date: 2024-05-20, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Police say a man died of an accidental drowning May 2 at Kolekole Beach Park.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/20/hawaii-news/police-honomu-man-drowned-at-kolekole-beach-park-earlier-this-month/


Caring for Coral — What Hawai‘iʻs Reefs Are Really Saying | HIKI NŌ – PBS HAWAIʻI

date: 2024-05-20, from: HIKI NŌ ON PBS HAWAIʻI

Kea‘au High School students on Hawai‘i Island received third place in the high school division of the 2024 HIKI NŌ on PBS Hawai‘i Spring Challenge for this story about the health of our coral reefs.

The post Caring for Coral — What Hawai‘iʻs Reefs Are Really Saying | HIKI NŌ – PBS HAWAIʻI appeared first on PBS Hawai‘i.

https://www.pbshawaii.org/caring-for-coral-what-hawaii%ca%bbs-reefs-are-really-saying-hiki-no-pbs-hawai%ca%bbi/


2 more schools get accredited for 6 years

date: 2024-05-20, from: Guam Daily Post

The Guam Department of Education is on a roll, with two additional elementary schools receiving national accreditation.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/2-more-schools-get-accredited-for-6-years/article_6257bd44-166a-11ef-8a02-c3a061f0b996.html


Jury selection for Oka carjacking to begin

date: 2024-05-20, from: Guam Daily Post

A man accused of an armed carjacking at Oka Pay-Less supermarket in March is going to trial this week.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/jury-selection-for-oka-carjacking-to-begin/article_f95a183a-1643-11ef-af32-8fe59f26c486.html


Film directed by former Guam resident nominated for award

date: 2024-05-20, from: Guam Daily Post

Rioin Oshiro, a former resident of Guam who now lives in South Carolina, has turned his passion for film production into a full-time business called Undercurrent Film Company, and his first big film is up for the prestigious James Beard…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/film-directed-by-former-guam-resident-nominated-for-award/article_9d0f2136-1654-11ef-ab2c-fb767ccba1f9.html


Supreme Court hears arguments in case over attorney general’s duties

date: 2024-05-20, from: Guam Daily Post

The Supreme Court of Guam heard oral arguments for the governor’s petition regarding the duties of the attorney general on Monday.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/supreme-court-hears-arguments-in-case-over-attorney-generals-duties/article_44cd3c3c-1641-11ef-8760-1f56bec7f2f4.html


Motorsports community seeks to amend raceway bill for parity

date: 2024-05-20, from: Guam Daily Post

The motorsports community on Guam is asking lawmakers to modify a proposal aimed at allowing the continued operation of the Guam International Raceway to have parity with other organizations that have long-term arrangements with the Chamorro Land Trust Commission.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/motorsports-community-seeks-to-amend-raceway-bill-for-parity/article_65a67044-1651-11ef-8979-a72482c330dc.html


Brothers in federal drug case suspected of attacking man, breaking jaw over drug debt

date: 2024-05-20, from: Guam Daily Post

Brothers facing federal drug dealing charges are suspected to have “jumped” a man who owed them $10,000.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/brothers-in-federal-drug-case-suspected-of-attacking-man-breaking-jaw-over-drug-debt/article_59b16366-1647-11ef-8971-671936f04bcc.html


What’s behind the deadly riots in New Caledonia

date: 2024-05-20, from: Pacific Island Times

By Adrian Muckle Wellington, NZ– The violent unrest in New Caledonia is alarming. Sadly, the island territory is no stranger to…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/what-s-behind-the-deadly-riots-in-new-caledonia


Archdiocese of Agana prays for New Caledonia

date: 2024-05-20, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The Archdiocese of Agana asked the clergy and the Catholic faithful to pray for the people of New…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/archdiocese-of-agana-prays-for-new-caledonia


Guam’s racing sector backs bill to save Yigo raceway

date: 2024-05-19, from: Pacific Island Times

By Pacific Island Times News Staff The Guam motorsports community is proposing that the Chamorro Land Trust Commission be authorized to…

https://www.pacificislandtimes.com/post/guam-s-racing-sector-backs-bill-to-save-yigo-raceway


A new centrism is rising in Washington

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WASHINGTON &#8212; It may be the most discussed fact about American politics today: The country is deeply polarized. The Republican Party has moved to the right by many measures, and the Democratic Party has moved to the left. Each party sees the other as an existential threat. One consequence of this polarization, politicians and pundits often say, is gridlock in Washington. </p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/nation-world-news/a-new-centrism-is-rising-in-washington/


Bill would change how corporation counsel is selected

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>County Council members are divided about a proposed change to how the county&#8217;s legal advisers are appointed.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/hawaii-news/bill-would-change-how-corporation-counsel-is-selected/


Big Isle avoids most of the impacts from kona low system

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The Big Island managed to escape relatively unscathed from a couple of low pressure systems that threatened some severe weather over the past 10 days.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/hawaii-news/big-isle-avoids-most-of-the-impacts-from-kona-low-system/


New Star Wars plan: Pentagon rushes to counter threats in orbit

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>WASHINGTON &#8212; The Pentagon is rushing to expand its capacity to wage war in space, convinced that rapid advances by China and Russia in space-based operations pose a growing threat to U.S. troops and other military assets on the ground and U.S. satellites in orbit.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/nation-world-news/new-star-wars-plan-pentagon-rushes-to-counter-threats-in-orbit/


Israel’s wartime government frays as frustration with Netanyahu grows

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>JERUSALEM &#8212; Benny Gantz, a centrist member of Israel&#8217;s war Cabinet, presented Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with an ultimatum Saturday, saying he would leave the government if it did not soon develop a plan for the future of the war in the Gaza Strip.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/nation-world-news/israels-wartime-government-frays-as-frustration-with-netanyahu-grows/


Trump pledges to ‘roll back’ Biden gun rules, fire ATF chief at NRA rally

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>DALLAS &#8212; Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump pledged to unravel gun regulations put in place by Democratic President Joe Biden during a lengthy speech to the National Rifle Association on Saturday, during which he accepted the influential group&#8217;s endorsement.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/nation-world-news/trump-pledges-to-roll-back-biden-gun-rules-fire-atf-chief-at-nra-rally/


Russia presses attacks in northeast Ukraine, seeking buffer zone on border

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>KYIV, Ukraine &#8212; Russian forces continued to press a grinding advance Saturday into northeastern Ukraine, moving closer to a village about 10 miles from the outer ring of Kharkiv and raising fears that the city, Ukraine&#8217;s second largest, could soon be within range of Russian artillery.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/nation-world-news/russia-presses-attacks-in-northeast-ukraine-seeking-buffer-zone-on-border/


Obituaries for May 18

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Albert Maldonado, Sr., 91, of Keaau died April 14 at Hilo Benioff Medical Center. Born in Ninole, He was a heavy equipment operator and truck driver for the former Hilo Coast Processing, volunteer firefighter, Hawaii National Guard veteran, hunter and former member of Hawaii Island Archery Club. Visitation 9 -10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at Dodo Mortuary Chapel. Funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Burial to follow at Homelani Memorial Park. Ilima Section. Survived by children, Albert (Sandrea) Maldonado Jr. of Pepeekeo, Alvin (Desiree) Maldonado Sr. of Kaneohe, Oahu, Abel (Darlene) Maldonado of Volcano, Judy Maldonado, Betty Jane &#8220;BJ&#8221; Walls and Teresa (Eric) Acasia of Hilo; sister, Betty Rodrigues of San Jose, Calif.; 18 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/obituaries/obituaries-for-may-18-8/


Giuliani is formally notified of his indictment in Arizona election case

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Rudy Giuliani on Friday night was served with a notice of his indictment in the Arizona election interference case, becoming the last of the 18 defendants to receive the notice after nearly a month of unsuccessful attempts by authorities.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/nation-world-news/giuliani-is-formally-notified-of-his-indictment-in-arizona-election-case/


Volcano Watch: A fresh look at Kilauea’s 1924 explosive deposits

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Last week&#8217;s Volcano Watch summarized Kilauea&#8217;s explosive eruptions of 1924 and their impacts on communities. This week, we dig a little deeper and share new discoveries we are making by examining the ash deposited during these events.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/community/volcano-watch-a-fresh-look-at-kilaueas-1924-explosive-deposits/


Tight finish sends Mavs past Thunder, into Western Conference finals

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The Dallas Mavericks led for just one minute during the first 44-plus minutes of Saturday&#8217;s postseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/sports/tight-finish-sends-mavs-past-thunder-into-western-conference-finals/


Four more Puna football players sign letters of intent

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Three Pahoa High football players, and one from Kea&#8216;au High, signed letters of intent to play college football on Thursday &#8212; bringing the total number of college-bound class of 2024 football players from Puna to eight.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/sports/four-more-puna-football-players-sign-letters-of-intent/


MLB roundup: Marlins score 4 in 9th, sink Mets in 10th

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>After scoring four runs in the ninth inning to tie the score, the host Miami Marlins defeated the New York Mets 10-9 on Otto Lopez&#8217;s walk-off RBI single in the 10th on Saturday.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/sports/mlb-roundup-marlins-score-4-in-9th-sink-mets-in-10th/


Seize the Grey earns wire-to-wire Preakness Stakes win on muddy track

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>BALTIMORE &#8212; One truism in horse racing is never count out Hall of Fame trainer Wayne Lukas. At 88, he walks with a cane but still climbs about his pony and supervises morning workouts.</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/sports/seize-the-grey-earns-wire-to-wire-preakness-stakes-win-on-muddy-track/


Beyond Barcelona: Montserrat, Figueres and more

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>It&#8217;s hard to top Barcelona, Spain&#8217;s most cosmopolitan and fun city. But it&#8217;s still worth considering at least one of several temping, scene-changer day trips from Barcelona: the mountaintop monastery of Montserrat, the Salvador Dal&#0237; museum at Figueres, and the seaside towns of Cadaqu&#0233;s (with Dal&#0237;&#8217;s home) and Sitges (great beaches).</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/features/beyond-barcelona-montserrat-figueres-and-more/


Your Views for May 19

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Neither side in war&#0010;deserves support </p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/opinion/your-views-for-may-19-9/


The rematch is set: Biden vs. Trump debates have the right balance

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>The last time the Democrats and the Republicans held a White House rematch with the same two contenders was 1956, when Ike beat Adlai Stevenson for the second straight time. Earlier, there were redos with William McKinley and William Jennings Bryan (McKinley won both in 1896 and 1900) and Grover Cleveland vs. Benjamin Harrison (in 1888, Harrison defeated the incumbent Cleveland, who then staged a comeback victory in 1892).</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/opinion/the-rematch-is-set-biden-vs-trump-debates-have-the-right-balance/


Irwin: The day I smile the most every year

date: 2024-05-19, from: Hawaii Tribune Harold

            <p>Nature cooperated with UH Hilo on Saturday, May 11. Torrential rain and flooding the day before and more rain after, but during the commencement ceremony, the sun was bright. The sun paled in comparison, however, to the many smiling faces in the crowd as &#8216;ohana and friends assembled to cheer on their graduates!</p>
         

https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2024/05/19/opinion/irwin-the-day-i-smile-the-most-every-year/


DOC rescinds solicitation letter to Guam Contractors Association

date: 2024-05-19, from: Guam Daily Post

Like many government facilities, the Department of Corrections Adult Correctional Facility in Mangilao is in dire need of renovation and repairs to meet the needs of the prison’s growing population.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/doc-rescinds-solicitation-letter-to-guam-contractors-association/article_4be10950-14ce-11ef-a050-67db93a5ffcb.html


Man charged with drug possession allegedly tossed shotgun out of car

date: 2024-05-19, from: Guam Daily Post

Jacob Jerome Duenas Bautista, 30, allegedly tossed a shotgun out a car window as Guam Police Department officers pursued the vehicle he was in on May 12, but authorities were able to find the gun with the help of witnesses.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-charged-with-drug-possession-allegedly-tossed-shotgun-out-of-car/article_84df8c16-1575-11ef-b78c-3fb9d8d6477a.html


UOG valedictorian urges fellow graduates: ‘Never give up hope’

date: 2024-05-19, from: Guam Daily Post

On Sunday, the University of Guam Calvo Field House was filled with excitement as 321 students marched to the beat of Sir Edward Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstance” - most earning bachelor’s degrees and a few becoming masters in their respective…

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/uog-valedictorian-urges-fellow-graduates-never-give-up-hope/article_eb31e976-1586-11ef-a724-ebb20673960d.html


Chief Brodie Elementary gets 6-year national accreditation

date: 2024-05-19, from: Guam Daily Post

Chief Brodie Elementary School has achieved accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges, a feat the superintendent of the Guam Department of Education called “rigorous,” GDOE announced in a press release.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/chief-brodie-elementary-gets-6-year-national-accreditation/article_831b8d2a-1576-11ef-b7b9-1b70948c7044.html


Man allegedly punched, choked girlfriend

date: 2024-05-19, from: Guam Daily Post

A man spent a night behind bars after he allegedly strangled his girlfriend in an argument that escalated into violence, according to a magistrate’s complaint filed in the Superior Court of Guam.

https://www.postguam.com/news/local/man-allegedly-punched-choked-girlfriend/article_1d490178-1579-11ef-88cc-ebe0032486de.html