By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau (July 6, 2026) — The Belau Games will run July 9-19, Palau National Olympic Committee (PNOC) President Frank Kyota announced on a radio talk show. PNOC President Kyota and Vice President Chilton update Palau on the upcoming Belau Games 2026. Photo credit: Palau Wave Radio Kyota said the opening […]
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Ngchesar Voters Reject Recall of House Delegate in Historic Palau Election
Ngchesar State rejects petition-driven ouster in a 123-104 decision, marking a constitutional milestone for the Republic of Palau By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Ngchesar State voters chose to retain their House of Delegates representative Thursday, defeating a recall effort against Delegate Rebecca Sebalt-Ngirmechaet in what marks the first congressional recall election held under the […]
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Taiwan Vice President Hsiao Visits Palau to Deepen Diplomatic Ties and Boost Tourism
Five-day trip highlights bilateral cooperation, development projects and people-to-people exchanges. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (June 8, 2026) — Republic of China (Taiwan) Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim arrived in Palau on June 6 for a five-day visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic relations, promoting sustainable tourism and highlighting the achievements of bilateral development projects between the […]
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Court Rules PPUC’s 2025 Water Rate Hike Unlawful
Supreme Court says February 2025 increase was never valid; PPUC must follow old tariff while questions over refunds and future rate hikes remain open. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 11, 2026) The Supreme Court of Palau has ruled that the Palau Public Utilities Corporation’s (PPUC) 2025 water and wastewater rate increase was never lawfully […]
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Second Recall Petition Clears Threshold for Ngchesar Delegate, But Critics Dispute Allegations
Voters defend Ngirmechaet’s record, say accusations lack evidence and reflect personal grievances By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (April 2026) — A second petition to recall Ngchesar State Delegate Rebecca Sebalt Ngirmechaet has met the signature threshold required to move forward, but residents are sharply divided over whether the claims behind the effort are justified. Delegate […]
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Palau Leader and Business Pioneer Surangel Whipps Sr. Dies at 86
Passing prompts postponement of president’s State of the Republic Address By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (April 24, 2026) — Surangel Whipps Sr., a prominent businessman, traditional leader and former Senate president, has died at age 86, his family announced Wednesday. Rekemesik Surangel Whipps Sr., prominent businessman and leader, passed away at the age 86. Photo […]