BY: Eustoria Marie Borja Mindszenty High School, named after Hungarian Cardinal József Mindszenty, commemorated its 75th anniversary on September 30, 2024, celebrating its rich history and connection with Hungary. The event highlighted the growing friendship between Palau and Hungary, with Hungary’s Ambassador, Dr. Titanilla Toth, stationed in the Philippines, reaffirming support for education in Palau. […]
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Sugiyama Wins 30th Independence Day Category 2 – Utility 4Boat Race; Official Results Pending
BY: Eustoria Maria Borja KOROR, Palau – The 30th Independence Day Boat Race drew enthusiasts to the Japan-Palau Friendship Bridge on Saturday, where former Legislator At-Large Jennifer Sugiyama claimed first place in the competitive Category 2 – Utility 4, 150 HP race. Sugiyama, who is now a talk show host for Palau Wave Productions, was […]
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Palau SSA to Launch Amnesty Program for Retirees and Individuals with Disabilities
BY: Eustoria Marie Borja Koror, Palau — The Republic of Palau Social Security Administration (ROPSSA) is set to commence its Amnesty Program this October 2024, running through April 2025. This initiative is part of a broader effort to assist Palauan citizens who have reached retirement age but do not qualify for Social Security benefits due […]
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Taiwan’s Special Envoy Presents President Lai’s Congratulatory Message at Palau’s 30th Anniversary of Independence
On September 29, 2024, Taiwan’s Special Envoy Ljaucu Zingrur, Minister of the Council of Indigenous Peoples (CIP), met with President Surangel Whipps Jr. of Palau to deliver a congratulatory letter from Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te. The meeting took place as Palau celebrated its 30th anniversary of independence. The event also marked 25 years of diplomatic […]
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OEK Conference committees reach compromise on 2025 Budget
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang Koror, Palau – The Conference Committees of the Olbiil Era Kelulau (OEK) have reached a compromise on the budget for the fiscal year 2025, finalizing several key provisions. Under Senate Committee Report 11-12 for Senate Bill 11-11 SD4 HD5, compromises were made to address various budget items. The allocation for preparing […]
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Boat Race revamped in 2024 with guaranteed funding and clear communication
BY: Eustoria Marie Borja Palau’s annual boat race faces a promising transformation in 2024, following last year’s tumultuous planning and funding issues. In 2023, boat owners teetered on the brink of a boycott over inadequate prize money—$1,000 for larger engines and $800 for smaller ones—and the controversial decision to shift the Independence Day celebration from […]