KOROR, Palau – Palau is preparing to host its largest-ever regional event, the 22nd Pacific Mini Games, with more than 2,000 athletes confirmed to participate—making it the most attended Mini Games in over a decade. Two thousand eighty-five (2,085) athletes are expected to compete, not including officials and spectators. Palau National Olympic Committee Secretary General […]
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Palau reappoints PVA board members as Tourism set tosurge
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGERULMUD, Palau — The Senate confirmed four members to the board of directors of the Palau Visitors Authority (PVA) on Tuesday, a move that could influence long-term tourism strategies amid increasing visitor arrivals. The appointees — Leah A. Gillham, Norman Ngiratecheboet, Cindy J. Fitzpatrick, and Ashley Omelau — were confirmed during […]
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Meth trafficking charges filed as Palau struggles with drug caseload and long-term detentions
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (June 13, 2025) — A Palauan man was formally charged last month with trafficking and possession of methamphetamine, becoming the latest in a growing list of individuals held in custody while awaiting trial due to inability to post bail. Billy Williams Jr., also known as Billy Kumangai, was charged […]
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Taiwan Rotary donates medical equipment, training to support Palau Healthcare
KOROR, Palau — Taiwan’s Rotary International District 3461 has donated more than $138,000 worth of medical equipment to Belau National Hospital, along with physician training, in a major show of support for Palau’s healthcare system. The donation was part of a Global Grant project titled “Palau Medical Capacity Building Vocational Training Team (VTT),” aimed at […]
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Two Ships: What’s the Difference?
Dear Editor, 10 June 2025- This coming week-end, traditional leaders, community members, and youth will welcome the Alingano Maisu with a diverse crew back from its historic voyage from Palau to Taiwan. I wish to thank the Micronesian Voyaging Society for their support in making this happen. I wish to congratulate and commend the […]
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Emotionally Immature (Reng l ngalk)
Emotionally immature people don’t step back and think about how their behavior impacts others. There’s no cringe factor for them, so they seldom apologize or experience regret. The above statement highlights the key characteristics of emotional immaturity, which include a lack of empathy, self-awareness, and accountability. These individuals struggle to consider the effects of their […]