Guam | December 8–12, 2025 — The Palau delega tion participated in the Pa cific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Micronesia Chapter Tri-Annual Meeting held in Guam, joining regional lead ers, airline partners, tourism organizations, and media to advance a unified vision for Micronesian tourism under the “One Micronesia / Our Micronesia” collaboration framework. The Palau […]
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Women Lead Revival of Giant Swamp Taro in Palau Through Climate-Smart Farming
KOROR, Palau ( Dec. 19, 2025) — “When women are involved from the beginning, solutions last,” a lesson borne out on Kayangel Atoll, where women farmers are leading the revival of giant swamp taro — a culturally and nutritionally vital crop — through innovative, nature-based solutions supported by regional and national partners. For generations, giant […]
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From Alonzo Kahalic to Dudalm Kelulau: A Deeper Current in the Silent Majority
Dear Editor, From Alonzo Kahalic to Dudalm Kelulau: A Deeper Current in the Silent Majority In 2025, the Silent Majority found its voice through the writings of Alonzo Kahalic—a voice that challenged power, questioned policy, and spoke boldly for the people of Palau. His words were sharp, his tone unapologetic, and his mission clear: to […]
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Palauans Reflect on Christmas 2025: Family, Faith, and Quiet Joy Define the Holiday Season
“Seeing my siblings here made the holidays so much more fun,” says Dub da Bomb, reflecting a sentiment shared by many Palauans this season. By: Summer Kennard PALAU — For many residents, the 2025 holiday season is stirring a mix of joy, reflection, and quiet appreciation for family and community. While some Palauans feel the […]
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“Legislative Strengthening Clinic for the 12th Ngchesar State Council”
Koror, Palau – Today, December 18, 2025, the Bureau of Domestic Affairs, Ministry of State, in collaboration with the House of Delegates of the 12th Olbiil Era Kelulau, successfully conducted a Legislative Strengthening Clinic for the members of the 12th Ngchesar State Council. Held at the Ministry of State Conference Room in Meyuns, the Clinic served […]
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What Trump’s inexplicable plan to mine the Mariana Trench could mean for the Pacific
By Andrew D. Thaler WASHINGTON, 22 DECEMBER 2025 (SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE) — Can you name a single geologic feature of the deep sea? Take a moment. Think about it. Did you pick the Mariana Trench? Odds are pretty good that you did. It is the deepest point on our planet and one of the few […]