Let me share with you what history is teaching us: the difference between nations that prosper and those that struggle is not age, race, or natural resources. It is attitude. Nations that rise teach their children ethics, integrity, responsibility, respect for law, love for work, saving and investing, productivity, and punctuality. These are the secrets […]
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Palau students gain real-world business skills at 2026 Development Symposium
Students pitched startup ideas after hands-on training in finance, marketing, taxation and AI tools during a youth-focused symposium in Koror. By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — “Students were open-minded to learning different solutions and ways to develop a business and how to keep your business running and stable,” an event organizer said following the 2026 […]
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Whipps meets University of Guam students, emphasizes purpose and public service
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (April 9, 2026) — President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. welcomed students from the University of Guam’s Public Administration program on Tuesday during a courtesy visit that focused on leadership, public service, and youth development. The group, accompanied by adjunct professor Maria Pangelinan, engaged the president with questions on topics ranging […]
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New Partnership Announcement – Basketball For Good in Palau
Palau Basketball Federation, FIBA Oceania, Basketball Australia and the Australian Embassy are pleased to announce a new three-year partnership to expand opportunities for young people across Palau through the Basketball for Good program. Building on Palau’s successful hosting of the first Oceania edition of the FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League during the 2025 Pacific Mini […]
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Belau National Games set for July 3–12, organizers tie 2026 event to anti-drug campaign
15th edition to promote healthy lifestyles, youth engagement and national unity through sport By: Island Times KOROR, Palau (March 17, 2026) — The 15th edition of the Belau National Games will be held July 3–12, 2026, with organizers positioning the country’s premier multi-sport event as a key platform to promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles and youth […]
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Koror Elementary Students Celebrate New Playground Built Through Local and Global Collaboration
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (Jan. 21, 2026) — A new playground opened last week at Koror Elementary School, giving students a safer and more durable place to play after years of wear and tear rendered the previous structure unsafe. A new playground opened last week at Koror Elementary School, giving students a safer and […]