By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (Sept. 14, 2026) — Eight days after two tourist divers disappeared during a dive at Peleliu Wall, the chances of survival have significantly diminished, while questions remain about what caused the experienced divers to descend after beginning their ascent. The two divers, identified as 62-year-old Tan Soon Liang, also known […]
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Parent Accuse Palau Police Officer of Excessive Force During Traffic Stop
Investigation underway after allegations an 18-year-old was slapped and aggressively detained at Meyuns Causeway By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 28, 2026)— A parent has accused a police officer of abuse of authority and excessive force following a traffic stop involving three teenagers at Meyuns Causeway, prompting an active criminal investigation by authorities. The allegations […]
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THC-Laced Gummies Send Three to Palau ER, Including Child
Justice Ministry says knowingly distributing marijuana-laced food could lead to trafficking charges under new drug law. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Three people, including a child, were admitted to the emergency room after consuming marijuana-laced gummies, commonly known as THC “edibles” or “eddies” among younger users, according to Palau health and law enforcement officials. […]
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Palau Boosts Drug Enforcement with Advanced DEA Training
Three Palauan detectives have returned home after completing an intensive two-week narcotics investigations course offered by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) at the International Law Enforcement Academy in Thailand. From March 23 to April 3, 2026, Detective Sergeant Lieutenant Sabino Kyota, Jr., Detective Sergeant Vahid Beketaut, and Police Detective Sesario Gibbons joined regional partners […]
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Search and Rescue Effort Ends in Tragedy for Missing Peleliu Man
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (Feb 16, 2026)— A 64-year-old Peleliu man who was reported missing last week was found dead Saturday following a multi-agency search effort, the Palau Ministry of Justice said. The man was identified as Hence Ilab, according to Bureau of Public Safety Director Elobt. Peleliu Police began search efforts at about […]
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Palau Launches National Anti-Drug Task Force for 2026 “Just Say No” Campaign
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (Feb. 12, 2026) — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. has issued Executive Order No. 498 establishing a National Working Group on the Fight Against Illegal Drugs, launching a coordinated national response for 2026, declared the Year to “Just Say No” to Illegal Drugs. President Surangel Whipps jr. signed an Executive […]