Peleliu State Governor Temmy Shmull said that the pain, horrors, and devastations caused by World War 2 to their forefathers had already been forgiven. Governor Shmull, who was speaking before guests during the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Peleliu on September 28, reflected about the war that was fought between Japanese […]
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Double celebration at Etpison Museum for its anniversary, opening of Dutch consulate in Palau
It was a double celebration at the Etpison Museum yesterday, September 30, as the institution celebrated its 20th year of establishment while the Kingdom of the Netherlands also officially announced the opening of its consulate office in Palau. Mrs. Mandy Thijssen Etpison, who was the former Honorary Consul of France to Palau, was officially announced […]
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Young Palauans show support for viral Filipino teenager questioned for representing Palau in world stage
Young Palauans and other adults held a surprise welcome for a Filipino teenager that went viral online after some netizens questioned his representation of Palau in the world stage in the fight against climate crisis. Carlos Manuel, 17, a Filipino who has spent most of his life in Palau, had received an overwhelming support and […]
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Austronesian Forum held in Palau for the first time
The Austronesian Forum was held in Palau for the first time which kicked off on September 29 through the Austronesian Languages Revitalization Forum. Palau’s Community and Cultural Affairs Minister Baklai Temengil-Chilton, in her welcoming remarks delivered on September 29, emphasized the importance of the forum and partnerships among Austronesian countries in finding ways to revive […]
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Boat racing an established feature of Independence celebration
Now an expected feature of every Independence Day celebration, boat racing once again drew in a good crowd on Sunday to Japan-Palau Friendship Bridge. The day was nearly perfect, sunny with cool breeze and calm sea and lots of boats of different sizes and horse powers to give spectators a thrilling show. Ngermechiuch channel was […]
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Husband charged with murder,manslaughter over missing wife’s death
A man is facing charges for the second time for allegedly killing his wife after earlier charges filed against him for the same case were dismissed in January 2017. Mr. Inis Remoket was charged with one count of murder in the second degree and two counts of manslaughter for allegedly causing the death of his […]