KOROR, Palau (April 22, 2026) — The Bureau of Customs and Border Protection has sworn in Mr. Bradley O. Kumangai as the new Chief of Immigration, filling a position that had been vacant for a period of time within the Division of Immigration. (left to right) Chief of Corporate Services Robert Tarkong, New Chief of Immigration […]
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Palau Solar unveils commemorative plaque at Apostolic Foundation Church in formal handover ceremony
KOROR, PALAU, April 22, 2026: On Tuesday, April 21, Palau Solar and the Apostolic Foundation Church held a formal handover ceremony to celebrate the church as the first-ever winner of the company’s ‘Good Deeds’ Competition and the recipients of a free solar panel system. Yesterday’s event marked the official recognition of that achievement. Ross Waddington, […]
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Palau Drug Task Force Holds First Meeting Under Executive Order 498
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — Palau’s National Working Group on the Fight Against Illegal Drugs held its first meeting March 30, launching a coordinated national response under Executive Order 498. The group, chaired by Justice Minister Jennifer S. Olegeriil, outlined its structure and priorities, focusing on a unified strategy that combines stronger laws, public […]
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Palau PO Box Policy Sparks Backlash Ahead of June Rollout
Residents cite costs, family strain, and lack of evidence as concerns mount over new mail rules By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (March 30, 2026) — “This policy should be more analyzed,” one resident wrote online, as mounting public criticism greets a new Palau Post Office rule that will sharply restrict who can share a […]
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Convicted Murderer and Sex Offender Captured Days After Koror Jail Escape
Authorities face scrutiny after high-risk inmate with escape history flees custody in broad daylight By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (AP) — Authorities in Koror have captured dangerous inmate Amador Osima, ending a three-day manhunt that followed his escape from jail earlier this week. Osima was apprehended at 9:12 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, in the Ngesekes […]
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Inabo Accuses Senate of Sidestepping Constitution in Cabinet Nomination Dispute
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (Feb 17, 2026)— Senator Rukebai Kikuo Inabo is challenging how the Senate has handled two of President Surangel Whipps Jr.’s key nominees, saying her colleagues have sidestepped the Constitution’s “advice and consent” duty by blocking full Senate votes and mischaracterizing the record in committee reports. Senator Inabo questions Senate leadership […]