KOROR, Palau (July 10, 2025) — The Social Security Administration’s Board of Trustees is under scrutiny from the Senate of the 12th Olbiil Era Kelulau (OEK) over a sharp increase in travel spending, raising questions about the use of public funds and transparency. Records show that in 2020, the SSA Board’s total travel expenditure […]
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Posted inBillboard
Australian support enhances connectivity for Palau’s Bureau of Public Safety
During the current deployment of the Pacific Police Support Group (PPSG) to Palau to support the 2025 Pacific Mini Games, PPSG officers worked closely with the Bureau of Public Safety (BPS) and made use of its radio infrastructure. To support ongoing operations and enhance existing infrastructure, the batteries and high-tech multi-battery charging units brought by […]
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PCC students gain hands-on Marine Science experience at PICRC
The Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) recently bid farewell to Palau Community College (PCC) students Aleeya Uraziri and Daissy Demei, who completed a one-month internship at the Center as part of their Environmental Marine Science program. The internship fulfilled the final course requirement for their degree—SC270 Field Studies, a four-credit course designed to equip […]
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PPR welcomes back Peter Bonini as Director of Human Resources
Koror, Palau – [July 10 2025] – Palau Pacific Resort is pleased to announce the return of Peter Bonini as Director of Human Resources. Peter brings over 40 years of international leadership experience across luxury hotel operations, workforce development, and vocational education. Peter began his hospitality career in some of Western Australia’s most prestigious venues, […]
Posted inOpinion
Micronesian Island Forum or Second Island Chain Alliance?
By Dr Robert Underwood HAGATNA, 10 JULY 2025 (PACIFIC ISLAND TIMES) — Pacific Island nations and territories like to discuss the Blue Continent and give dramatic visions about a Pacific future based on island wisdom, traditions and connections. Despite the diversity of island forms, cultural differences and colonial histories, all Pacific Islanders feel very special […]
Posted inWomen's Corner
Belonging (Self-acceptance)
Important element in inner healing of deep wounds is belonging/self-acceptance. Deep wounds are results of abuses from childhood (physical, mental, psychological, emotional and/or sexual abuse). We begin by building our self-esteem. Learning to appreciate ourselves by acknowledging and embracing our talents and gifts. These parts of our being become clear after we forgive those who […]