WASHINGTON/SAIPAN (MARIANAS VARIETY)—At least three U.S senators want to know the extent of China’s influence in the CNMI. At the U.S Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing Tuesday in Washington, Finance Secretary David DLG Atalig was asked questions about labor violations involving Chinese companies, “birth tourism,” and China’s “moves in the Pacific.” “I […]
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Washington’s NFL team unveils new name as Commanders
Washington has some new Commanders in town. The NFL team announced its new name on Wednesday, 18 months after fresh pressure from sponsors helped persuade the once-storied franchise to drop its old moniker following decades of criticism that it was offensive to Native Americans. The organization committed to avoiding Native American imagery in its rebrand […]
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Taiwan Embassy supports Youth Research Program hosted by Ebiil Society
Ambassador Jessica C. Lee made a donation of $1,100 to the Ebiil Society in support for its Youth Research Program, aiming to educate youth the skills of research, information collection and film making. In attendance was Ann K. Singeo, the Executive Director of Ebiil Society. Ebiil Society, a nonprofit organization founded in 2005, whose goal […]
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PRR donates to PCS
On January 14, 2022, Palau Conservation Society (PCS) received a donation of $1,800 from long-time partner, Palau Royal Resort (PRR). Pictured is PCS Executive Director Michelle Ngirutang receiving the donation from PRR General Manager Mr. Yoshinara Fujii. Navigating dangerous waters in world that is constantly changing, Palau continues to endure the effects of the ongoing […]
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Varley, a graduate from the University of Chicago, joins PICRC as its newest communication and Outreach Officer
The Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) is happy to welcome Nik Varley as its newest Communications and Outreach Officer. Nik graduated from the University of Chicago in 2019, where he studied English and Environmental Science. As a Communications and Outreach Officer, Nik will focus on bringing PICRC’s work to policymakers, resource managers, students, and […]
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Guam Temps Inc under new ownership
Tamuning, Guam – Guam Temps Inc announced the promotion of General Manager Jenynne Guzman to President of the company, effective January 19, 2022. Guzman assumes her new role as majority owner of the company, alongside founder Maureen Newman, who began the business in 1988. Due to strategic considerations, Guam Temps Inc decided to offer Guzman […]