KOROR, Palau — A congressional request has prompted a critical audit of Palau’s Stablecoin Pilot Project, revealing legal oversights by the Ministry of Finance in its partnership with blockchain firm Ripple. The findings raise doubts about the project’s future, with lawmakers now holding the key to any further expansion. The 12-page audit report by the […]
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From Taro fields to Conservation Frontlines
Yap’s Berna Gorong Leads with Heart (Yap, FSM)In the quiet taro patches of Yap and among grassroots women’s groups, Berna X. Gorong is planting more than crops—she’s sowing the seeds of leadership, resilience, and care for Micronesia’s natural heritage. Goring Berna, 58, from the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), has worked with The Nature Conservancy […]
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Palau Unveils Upgraded Sports Facilities Ahead of 2025 Pacific Mini Games
KOROR, Palau (Island Times) — A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for today to officially mark the completion of 11 sports facilities upgraded for the 2025 Pacific Mini Games, set to begin Sunday, June 29. Palau leadership met with Team Palau yesterday, to encourage and urge them to give their all in the upcoming Pacific Mini […]
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Palau’s Sanya Olkeriil becomes first female officer accepted to FBI Academy
KOROR, Palau — Chief Sanya Olkeriil of Palau’s Division of Juvenile Justice has been accepted to the prestigious 11-week training program at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, making her the first female officer from Palau to attend. Justice Minister Jennifer Olegeriil announced the milestone, noting that the training will run from June 24 to […]
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Whipps urges Global Action on Ocean Treaty, deep-sea protection at UN Conference
Nice, France — June 13, 2025 – Palau President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. delivered urgent calls for global unity and bold leadership to protect the world’s oceans at two high-level events during the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France this week. Speaking at the Pacific High-Level Reception on Regional Ambition on Biodiversity […]
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Wet week ahead for Palau as Monsoon surge brings showers and thunderstorms
Keep an umbrella in your car this week! Residents and travelers in Palau should prepare for a wet week, as forecasts indicate scattered showers and possible thunderstorms through Friday. According to the National Weather Service Office, there is a 40% chance of rain on Monday and Tuesday, with patchy showers and isolated thunderstorms expected. Rain […]