By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Palau is set to welcome regional athletes and coaches for the Regional Triathlon Development Camp from March 16–21, building toward the Pacific Cup, a key Oceania-sanctioned competition that will test endurance, speed and race readiness across swim, bike and run. Hosted by the Palau Triathlon Federation, the weeklong camp […]
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Palau Athletics raises standards as team prepares for regional competition
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (Feb. 9, 2026) — Palau’s national track and field athletes were urged to meet higher performance expectations during a meeting with the Palau Athletics Board on Feb. 6, as officials outlined preparations for upcoming regional competitions. The board convened the full national team to recognize athletes’ efforts, introduce four new […]
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Meet the Pacific Islanders who will play in Super Bowl LX
By Penina Momoisea (ABC-Australia) NFC Champions, Seattle Seahawks will take on the AFC Champions, New England Patriots this weekend in San Francisco (Monday February 9, AEDT) for the National Football League’s championship game and showpiece event. Meet the Pacific Islander players who will be playing in Super Bowl LX. Brandon Pili Nose tackle for the Seattle […]
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‘Bloodbath’ at Washington Post as massive layoffs announced
In short: (ABC-Australia) The Washington Post is set to cut jobs across all of its news departments and will close its sports department, the newspaper’s executive editor has told staff. The changes at the paper, owned by Jeff Bezos, are being protested by staff but come as many outlets struggle to remain profitable. One staff […]
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Chicago Bulls star Josh Giddey overlooked for NBA All-Star game
In short: (ABC-Australia) Josh Giddey has missed out on selection for this year’s NBA All-Star game. The Chicago point guard has enjoyed a strong season, but a recent hamstring injury may have cost him a place. What’s next? The revamped All-Star game will be played in Los Angeles on February 15. NBA coaches have overlooked […]
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Super Bowl LX match-up confirmed with Seattle Seahawks to play New England Patriots
In short: (ABC-Australia) Seattle and New England will face off in Super Bowl LX on February 9 (AEDT). The Patriots ground out a 10-7 win over Denver in a Colorado blizzard while the Seahawks outgunned Los Angeles 31-27. What’s next? The Seahawks are currently favourites to win the championship game, which will be played in […]