Surangel & Sons Co. condemned the recent leak of its tax reports on social media, labeling it a violation of the company’s privacy and part of a smear campaign, according to a press statement released yesterday. The company stated that the unauthorized release of sensitive financial information could harm its business operations and jeopardize the […]
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No Official Celebration for PNMS 9th Anniversary, but Friends of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary Host Educational Outreach
By: Eustoria Marie Borja Koror, Palau – Despite marking nine years since its establishment, the Palau National Marine Sanctuary (PNMS) passed its anniversary yesterday with no formal celebration. This is the third consecutive year without a major public event commemorating the sanctuary’s achievements, shifting away from the tradition of past gatherings. The last large-scale celebration […]
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Palau Celebrates International Day for Universal Access to Information
KOROR, Palau — Palau celebrated the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) for the first time yesterday, highlighting the essential role access to information plays in advancing human rights, development, and democracy. Although the official date for IDUAI is September 28, the celebration was postponed due to the busy schedule leading up to […]
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Koror’s Bul Promotes Peace and Respect While Supporting Local Businesses’ Operating Hours
By: Eustoria Marie Borja KOROR, Palau – October 29, 2024 — Following last week’s issuance of a traditional Bul to curb disturbances and restore peace within Koror’s communities, the House of Traditional Leaders (HOTL) confirmed that the decree does not conflict with Palau’s national laws or affect local businesses’ operating hours. The Bul, effective November […]
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PEWA Faces Senate Scrutiny Over Transparency in Energy Charges
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau – The debate surrounding the Palau Energy and Water Administration’s (PEWA) regulations authorizing the Palau Public Utilities Corporation (PPUC) to levy an adjustable surcharge, known as the “Distributed Energy Rate” (DER), took a notable turn during the latest hearing with the Senate’s Committee on Energy, Public Utilities, and Telecommunications […]
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Palau’s Absentee Ballot Requests Surge as Deadline Closes
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang Koror, Palau – Today marks the final day for absentee ballot requests in Palau’s upcoming election, according to the Palau Election Commission (PEC). As of last Tuesday, October 22, PEC reported receiving 2,693 absentee ballot requests, all of which have been mailed out to voters. Over the past week, PEC continued […]