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UNCONDITIONAL LOVE vs ADMIRATION

“Unconditional love means not expecting anything in return but cherishing the happiness of the person you love.” -Anonymous The first year of my inner healming of deep wounds…

Trove

Orford Dictionary defines the word Trove,  “It is a store of valuable or delightful things”. …

Community-led marine monitoring in Yap and Palau

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…

Ceremony marks completion of Fishers Learning Center

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…

USAID partners with SPC to support local organizations

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…

PAWS  Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic is going to Melekeok State

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…

REINVENT YOUR LIFE

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…

Calling for Climate Solutions: A Story of Solidarity Across the Asia Pacific

By Norly Mercado and Joseph Sikulu for The Diplomat SYDNEY/SUVA (THE DIPLOMAT) — We stand at a collectively pivotal moment: While the impacts of the climate crisis are ravaging our world – and the Asia-Pacific region with particular potency – communities are uniting in unprecedented numbers across islands, archipelagos, and continents, calling on leaders to…

Patience is a Virtue

The more you know yourself the more you forgive yourself.             -Confucius My heaviest burden was self- condemnation:  anxiety – fear of failure and shame. I know I  blamed myself so much that made me physically sick. A result of being the family scapegoat growing up. A good friend said to me many years ago:  “Stop…

REBELLION and ARROGANCE

I’ve been writing about codependency because it’s a real struggle for me. Last night I struggled with…

Letter to Editor

Dear Editor, As we know, much has been said and written, in the local media, and will likely continue, about…

HUMILITY and GRACE

Pride covers shame and hides our fears.  Pride lies. C.S. Lewis in his book Mere Christianity writes, “Pride is competitive…

David Adeang elected as new Nauru President

YAREN, 30 OCTOBER 2023 (PACNEWS/RNZ PACIFIC) — Nauru’s Parliament has elected Member of Parliament from Ubenide, David Adeang as the Pacific nation’s new President. The member for…

Road-side trash dumping is getting worse

Aimeliik State seeks assistance from the national govt Throwing trash along the Compact Road, especially along the road to the national solid waste site in Aimeliik, is getting worse, according to Aimeliik State Governor Browny Simer. The Aimeliik State Public Works is seeing more trash being discarded along the roadside than ever before. “It has…

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry gestures after making a 3-point basket against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of an NBA basketball game in San Francisco, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Booker, Durant lead Suns past Curry and Warriors 108-104 in season opener

By JANIE McCAULEY AP Sports Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Kevin Durant greeted many of the people he knew so well during three sensational seasons with the Warriors then hardly showed off his best shooting performance on a night the Golden State fans finally got to cheer him all these years later. He still spoiled…

Palau to send delegation in the upcoming COP28 in Dubai 

Palau has confirmed participation in the upcoming Cop28, which will take place in Dubai at Expo City this November. In June, President Surangel Whipps Jr. expressed support to  the appointment of Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Special Envoy for Climate Change, as Cop28 President-Designate. “Climate and energy issues are linked. Facing the challenges of climate change and…

Palau-Taiwan Trade Show 2023 Starts!

The opening ceremony of the Palau-Taiwan Trade Show 2023 was held on the morning of October 23 with the attendance of more than 40 distinguished guests including President Surangel Whipps, Jr., Vice President Uduch Sengebau…

STORIES

“If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy  tales.” – Albert Einstein. When my daughter was in the fourth…

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U.S, China visits put Australian PM’s diplomatic skills to test

WASHINGTON/CANBERRA, 23 OCTOBER 2023 (BLOOMBERG) — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese touches down in Washington on Monday to kick off a month of critical diplomatic engagements that will see him travel to the White House, a Pacific nation and the halls of power in Beijing. Albanese, having taken office less than 18 months ago, will…

New ramp at Long Island Park provides access to all

A newly constructed ramp at Long Island Park (Ngermalk) in Koror is the first facility built in a public park to provide access to all persons, including folks with disabilities, to swim and enjoy the ocean easily and safely. “We have a responsibility as government to ensure that all members of our community have access…

Palau-Taiwan Trade Show is coming to town

The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), entrusted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan, is pleased to announce the participation of 16 Taiwanese enterprises at the Palau-Taiwan Trade Show. This trade fair is an important trade event…

DMSFWP Officers undergo ship engine simulation training

The Nippon Foundation’s “Enhancing Coast Guard Capability in Micronesian States” Program has been supporting various trainings for the officers from the Division of Maritime Security and Fish & Wildlife Protection (DMSFWP). As part of this program to deepen knowledge and improve maintenance skills for the patrol vessel PSS KEDAM’s main engine, three sponsored officers studied…

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Direct Aid Program (DAP)- Open for applications

Applications for the Australian Embassy’s Direct Aid Program are open from 13 October 2023 to 6 November 2023. The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government,…

EAR NOT, FATHER’S HERE 

When you don’t know how to say ‘no’ your body will say it for you.  –Gabor Mate In my adolescent years I was reared to serve others unconditionally. “Don’t be so selfish.” I was…

Palau’s President wonders if U.S is committed to promised deal

KOROR (VOA)—The Republic of Palau is one of three Pacific Island nations negotiating a Compact of Free Association Agreement that would give Washington the right to deny access to other nations — including China — in exchange for U.S. economic assistance. Palau is in line to receive $90 million if and when Congress approves an…

Three JICA volunteers joined Undokai in Angaur

 This year’s UNDOKAI (Angaur State Liberation Day Games of 2023) was held on October 7th in Angaur State.  Three JICA Volunteers assisted in its implementation this year. The three volunteers…

PCS marks its 29th year with partners

Palau Conservation Society celebrated its 29th-year anniversary with a gala highlighting its partners, notably its partnership with State governments.  The successful gala was held at the Palau Royal Resort last evening, 12th of October, 2023, selling out more than 400 tickets worth $100 each. Senator TJ Remengesau, Chairman of PCS Board, said strong partnerships and…

READY.SET.GO!

Team Palau 23 final preparation with high performance training to the Pacific Games With confirmation for Palau to join 23countries at…

José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCS

By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Sports Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Houston Astros gathered in the clubhouse with their bottles and goggles to toast another postseason victory, when manager Dusty Baker called Justin Verlander forward to lead the celebration. “I’m doing the World Series!” Baker said. “You do this one!” Verlander, after a profanity-punctuated speech that had teammates roaring with…

Minnesota tops Dallas, sweeps 2-game NBA preseason set in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid each scored 14 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves topped the Dallas Mavericks 104-96 on Saturday to complete a two-game sweep of the NBA Abu Dhabi Games. Anthony Edwards, who missed the first game on Thursday with an ankle issue, scored 13 for Minnesota.…

As strikes devastate Gaza, Israel forms unity government to oversee war sparked by Hamas attack

By JOSEPH KRAUSS and WAFAA SHURAFA Associated Press JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joined with a top political rival Wednesday to create a wartime Cabinet to oversee the fight to avenge the gruesome weekend attack by Hamas militants. In the sealed-off Gaza Strip, Palestinian suffering mounted as Israeli bombardment demolished neighborhoods and the only…

Palau celebrates Taiwan’s 112th National Day, Recognizing Shared Values of Democracy

Palau and Taiwan celebrated Taiwan’s 112th National Day on October 9, 2023. The two countries share a strong alliance based on shared values of democracy and a desire for global peace, stability, and prosperity. President Surangel Whipps Jr. of Palau congratulated Taiwan on its National Day and noted Taiwan’s support and commitment to the relationship…

Brock Purdy throws 4 TD passes to lead the 49ers past the Cowboys 42-10

By JOSH DUBOW AP Pro Football Writer SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers quickly turned the biggest challenge of their young season into a laugher. Purdy threw three of his four touchdown passes to George Kittle, San Francisco’s defense hounded Dak Prescott all night and the 49ers extended their…

SEEING WITHOUT JUDGING

English novelist and essayist H.M. Tomlinson’s thought, “We see things not as they are, but as we are” bounced around my head while watching a local event on YouTube.  I believe God was reminding me of a story to convict me not to judge but to understand. To be mindfully loving and kind even in…

Ann Kloulechad Singeo announces her bid for congress in the 2024 election during Klausisechakl talk show yesterday.

Ann Singeo announced bid for a congressional seat in the 2024 election

Ann Kloulechad-Singeo is the first person to declare her bid for a seat in the Palau National Congress (Olbiil Era Kelulau) in the upcoming 2024 general election. She is also the first woman to do so.The announcement was made during a talk show at the TMC (Talungab Media Production) program of Klausisechakl yesterday, October 5,…

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Top Stories

Amended law prohibits PPUC from charging regular service fees;

CEO Kyota says it poses a “real and imminent threat” to PPUC The Palau Public Utilities Corporation (PPUC) CEO Frank Kyota has written a letter to both Senate President Hokkons Baules and House Speaker Sabino Anastacio expressing his concerns about the recently passed FY 2024 Unified Budget Law, which amends Title 37 PNC, Section 412.…

Palauan students in Taiwan celebrate Palau’s Independence Day with service

Palauan students studying in the Republic of China, Taiwan, celebrated Palau’s Independence Day with special service to their fellow Palauans, especially Palauan medical patients receiving medical services in Taiwan. As an activity for Palau’s Independence Day, Palauan students were divided into two groups and visited the patients residing in the two Palau housing for Palauan…

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US pledges support to fund fisheries and ocean science vessels in the Pacific

United States President Joe Biden has announced a pledge of $5 million to co-fund a fisheries and ocean science vessel to support the sustainable management of tuna resources in the region. The pledge was announced at the U.S.-Pacific Islands Forum Summit meeting at the White House on September 25. “Through the Partners in the Blue Pacific, the United States intends to provide $5 million,…

Nurse Lorraine Beketaut, Palau’s 2023 Immunization Champion.

MHHS Nurse Selected as 2023 Immunization Champion

September 26, 2023- The Republic of Palau Ministry of Health & Human Services (MHHS) would like to congratulate Nurse Lorraine Beketaut on being selected as this year’s Palau Immunization Champion! Chosen from an impressive pool of candidates, Nurse Beketaut was given the honor due to the hard work and dedication she showed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Palau experienced a decrease in routine childhood vaccinations…

PCC student completes Fall 2023 Internship at the Embassy of Japan

Ms. Karly Madrangchar, a student majoring in Business Administration at Palau Community College, has successfully completed her Fall 2023 internship with the Embassy of Japan in Palau as part of her course requirements. During her internship, Ms. Madrangchar had the opportunity to work closely with the Embassy’s Public Relations team, gaining valuable insights into the importance of communicating with the public about a wide…

Pacific divided on Biden’s charm offensive with calls for more ‘results on the ground’

WASHINGTON/SUVA, (THE GUARDIAN) —U.S president Joe Biden’s latest bid to woo Pacific nations has been broadly welcomed by the region’s leaders and analysts, while some called for more to be done to support their economies and sought “results on the ground” over pledges. Biden hosted a group of Pacific leaders at a summit in Washington this week, after a similar meeting a year earlier,…

BELONGINGNESS

Children being nurtured, encouraged to be responsive, and are given freedom to think and express themselve become mentally and emotionally strong. They know when to say NO.  They know they belong. I grew up in a very traditional and religious environment.  I didn’t have the  freedom to be me. I became defiant. It felt like a prison in an open field.  Invisible iron bars…

Visa-Free Movement in the Pacific Islands: The Future of Blue Economy Integration

By Dr Transform Aqorau HONIARA —In the vast expanse of the Pacific, spanning from the equator’s warmth to the temperate zones, the Pacific Islands have always been diverse yet interconnected by the boundless ocean. These waters, teeming with life and culture, have brought together nations through various agreements, including the PACER Plus, the Pacific Islands Countries Trade Agreement, and the MSG Free Trade Agreement.…

Pacific region should discourage any subsidies that support fishing of stocks declared overfished: Forum DSG Nayasi

By Pita Ligaiula SUVA (PACNEWS)— Forum Deputy Secretary General, Esala Nayasi says the Pacific region should discourage any subsidies that support fishing of stocks that they have declared overfished, in line with the Forum strong and effective fisheries management system. Nayasi made the remarks in Suva while opening the Pacific workshop on World Trade Organisation (WTO) Fisheries subsidies. “Subsidies to the fishing sector has…

Pacific divided on Biden’s charm offensive with calls for more ‘results on the ground’

WASHINGTON/SUVA (THE GUARDIAN) —U.S president Joe Biden’s latest bid to woo Pacific nations has been broadly welcomed by the region’s leaders and analysts, while some called for more to be done to support their economies and sought “results on the ground” over pledges. Biden hosted a group of Pacific leaders at a summit in Washington this week, after a similar meeting a year earlier,…

FILE – A sign reading “Because of the Federal Government SHUTDOWN All National Parks are Closed” is posted on a barricade in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, Oct. 1, 2013. The federal government is heading toward a shutdown at month’s end that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics. It comes as Republicans in the House, fueled by hard-right demands for deep cuts, force a confrontation over federal spending. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

A government shutdown is nearing this weekend. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?

By STEPHEN GROVES Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal government is just days away from a shutdown that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics as Republicans in the House, fueled by hard-right demands, force a confrontation over federal spending. While some government entities will be exempt — Social Security checks, for example, will still go out — other functions will be severely…

Magic Johnson attends the Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at The Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)

Magic Johnson has declined multiple NBA ownership chances. The New York Knicks would interest him

By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Magic Johnson’s love for his Los Angeles Lakers has kept him from considering ownership of any other NBA team. The New York Knicks would be the one franchise that could make him have second thoughts. “I think it would be intriguing,” Johnson said Tuesday. “The only team I would actually probably think about is…


February 02, 2021