Author: TMC Palau
The head of the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) has doubled down on its defiant stand over the name of the PNG Chiefs franchise.Commissioner Peter Beattie said they will not compromise in the face of attempts by New Zealand Rugby to prevent use of the name of the NR’s incoming PNG Chiefs franchise.NZ Rugby has taken court action in New Zealand as it claims its trademarked brand for the Chiefs Super Rugby franchise is under threat from the new NRL team.While the High Court last week declined NZ Rugby’s bid for an interim injunction on use of the PNG Chiefs…
Tonga recorded its second win at the Rugby League World Cup on Friday night, beating Lebanon 36-0 in Sydney.With over 10,000 fans in the ‘Sea of Red’, the side kept their hopes of securing a semi-final spot alive with the win.That came on the back of their first round victory over England in the first round.Three first half tries gave them a 14-0 lead at half-time, before they added to that in the second half.They ended the game with seven tries to their name.But it was not their way all the time, with Lebanon showing strong resistance in the game,…
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang Taipei, Taiwan — The Embassy of Palau in Taipei held the first official celebration of Palau Independence Day in Taiwan on Tuesday, October 20, bringing together Taiwanese partners from the health-care and education sectors, business leaders, students, and Palauan citizens living in Taiwan for an evening of speeches, dinner, and cultural […]The post Taiwan vows to remain Palau’s ‘most reliable partner’ at first Independence Day celebration in Taipei appeared first on Island Times News. Source link
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (Oct. 22, 2026) — “Reporting is very important. Recording and reporting,” said Tkakl Mekreos, chief of Road and Bridge Maintenance, as Palau develops a long-term system to maintain the Japan-Palau Friendship Bridge and other critical public infrastructure. As the bridge approaches its 25th anniversary in January 2027, Palau is working […]The post Palau Develops Long-Term Plan to Maintain Palau-Japan Friendship Bridge appeared first on Island Times News. Source link
United’s Guam-based Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet among the first of the airline’s MAX 8 aircraft to receive fast, free Starlink Wi-Fi, with installation already complete on two aircraft Airline completes transition of its Guam-based Boeing 737-800 fleet to newer 737 MAX 8 aircraft ahead of schedule Latest investment builds on United’s commitment to Guam, […]The post United Continues Starlink Rollout with Installations Underway on Boeing 737 MAX 8 Fleet on Guam appeared first on Island Times News. Source link
Fetū Samoa sprung back from their first-up loss to Australia last weekend to claim their first win at the Rugby League World Cup, thrashing Wales 76-0 in Sydney on Friday night.They created history in the process, recording their highest win at a world cup.A dominant first half set the pace for the Samoans, who ran in seven tries in the first 35-minute spell to lead 40-0.That was topped off by an almost faultless goal-kicking by playmaker Pauline Piliae-Rasabale, who kicked six out of the seven conversion attempts she took.In the end, the Samoans had piled on 14 tries to nil,…
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau — Special Prosecutor Tamara Hutzler told senators on October 21, 2026, that Palau’s fight against financial crime and other government misconduct is being weakened by delayed referrals, restricted access to records, and poor coordination between her office, the Office of the Attorney General, and the Ministry of Justice. Hutzler […]The post SP Hutzler Warns Delayed Referrals and Blocked Records Hinder Prosecutions appeared first on Island Times News. Source link
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (Oct. 16, 2026) — Palau launched its updated National Nutrition Guidelines on Oct. 16 during the country’s World Food Day celebration at the Bureau of Agriculture in Ngchesar, promoting healthier eating habits and helping communities prevent noncommunicable diseases. The launch supports the goals of World Food Day, observed annually to […]The post Palau launches updated National Nutrition Guidelines during World Food Day celebration appeared first on Island Times News. Source link
POKER NEWS ONLINE 23.10.2026 The online festival Venom PKO on ACR Poker concluded spectacularly, crowning champions of both main events. Oihan Abarzuza triumphed in the main NLH event with a total of $536,577, while Daniel Palau conquered the Omaha version, winning $239,819. An incredible feat was also achieved by the player known as Pepareg1, who reached the final tables of both main events simultaneously, cashing in an impressive $446,144. Abarzuza Scores a Lifetime Triumph The Venom PKO NLH with a $2,650 buy-in attracted a total of 2,143 entries. The original $5 million guarantee was surpassed, reaching a final prizepool of…
The Flaming Shakers —the closest you will ever get to hear The Beatles— return to Palau de la Música Catalana, two years after packing out the iconic venue. In August 2026, they triumphed once again at The Beatles Weekend in Liverpool, proving their caliber alongside the world’s best tribute bands. Indeed, according to music critics, The Flaming Shakers are Europe’s premier Beatles tribute band. The Flaming Shakers offer older fans the chance to relive memories while allowing new generations to discover what The Beatles sounded like live. The band meticulously recreates the image and mannerisms of the Fab Four, using…