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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Japan donates motorcycles, equipment to strengthen Palau emergency response
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — The Government of Japan on Tuesday donated six motorcycles, 30 tactical flashlights and five professional-grade binoculars to Palau’s Ministry of Justice to support emergency and public safety operations. Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. (left) and Japan Ambassador Kasahara sitting on police motorcycles donated to Palau by Japan Government in […]
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Search Ends for Missing Passenger After Angaur Boat Capsizing
By: L.N. Reklai Koror, Palau (January 30, 2026) — The search for the missing passenger from a boat that capsized near Angaur officially ended Wednesday, Jan. 28, after five days of extensive surface and aerial operations by marine law enforcement and partner agencies, authorities said. The search concluded with no positive results, and the missing […]
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Search Resumes for Missing Passenger After Deadly Angaur Boat Capsizing
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (Jan. 27, 2026)— The search for a missing passenger from a deadly boat capsizing off Angaur resumed Sunday, Jan. 26, but ended with no new developments, according to the Ministry of Justice. Clip of short video taken from shore in Angaur of the boat carrying 12 passengers as it was […]