By: L.N. Reklai NGARDMAU, Palau (Oct. 8, 2026) — The Ngardmau State Government has officially signed a paper admitting that a huge piece of land—about 358 hectares—actually belongs to the Ngedilingel Clan. The land in question, known as Lot No. 15-207, isn’t just any empty field. It includes two huge spots: the Ngardmau Waterfall (which […]
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House Leadership Overturned; Gulibert Named New Speaker
By: L.N. Reklai NGERULMUD, Palau (October 5, 2026) In an unexpected move Monday, the Palau House of Delegates overturned its leadership, replacing Delegate Gibson Kanai of Ngaraard as speaker with Delegate Mario Gulibert of Angaur. Gulibert, who had served as vice speaker, was appointed speaker under House Resolution 12-12-7S. Delegate Timothy Sinsak of Ngarchelong became […]
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Senators respond to public concern over Senate drug case letter
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGERULMUD, Palau (Oct. 5, 2026) — Senators moved to address public concerns Monday over a letter from Senate Clerk Reagan Sidoi asking the court to consider a deferred sentence or rehabilitation opportunity for longtime Senate employee Wiseman Kumaichi, who was convicted in an illegal drug case. During the October 5th Senate […]
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Ngardmau Braces for Second Special Gubernatorial Election After Fresh Impeachment
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang Ngardmau, Palau (Sept. 28, 2026) – The Palau Election Commission (PEC) is preparing for another special gubernatorial election in Ngardmau unless the planned election is challenged in court, according to PEC officials. First Impeachment and Legal Battle In a rare political development, seven members of the Ngardmau Legislature—Kelulul Ngardmau (KN)—introduced and […]
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Rebates, Taxes, and the Real Cost of Living
Dear Editor: Palau lawmakers have proposed a citizen rebate to offset the rising cost of living. On paper, it sounds like relief. With fuel now at $8.12 a gallon and basic goods climbing higher, families are desperate for help. Supporters argue that rebates would provide immediate assistance, while critics question whether such a program is […]
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Ngardmau Legislature passes second impeachment resolution against Gov. Ngiraiwet
Move comes days after Appellate Court voided first impeachment and cancelled special election By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang Ngardmau, Palau (September 21, 2026) The 11th Kelulul Ngardmau (Ngardmau Legislature) has passed a second resolution of impeachment in an attempt to remove Governor Jennifer Ngiraiwet from office, marking the second such effort against the state’s chief executive. […]