Author: TMC Palau
The mid-winter chill has settled in, but it doesn’t have to be this way when a huge part of the world is basked in glorious sun. Yet rather than travelling all the way to Europe for some much-needed warmth — unprecedented heatwaves notwithstanding — a selection of close-to-home island destinations are on the rise with Australian travellers. So, instead of spending the better part of a day on a plane just to get some sun, Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List highlights ten picture-perfect island getaways that also keep your travel costs to reasonable levels. And with searches for islands up…
Overview: A new retirement savings option is now available in Palau. Guam-based ASC Trust has opened its first office in Koror, offering employer-sponsored 401(k)-style retirement plans as organizations look for additional ways to help employees prepare for retirement. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (July 23, 2026) — ASC Trust, a Guam-based retirement plan management company, officially opened its Palau office on Thursday, expanding access to employer-sponsored retirement savings plans for businesses and organizations in the country. The new office is located on the second floor of the Roman Tmetuchl Building, above Bank of Guam. ASC Trust specializes in retirement plan…
The Colonial War Memorial Hospital is receiving major upgrades as the government admits its biggest health facility cannot be fixed overnight. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has stepped in to support key improvements, funding the renovation of three wards and the construction of a minor surgical theatre. The biggest upgrade is Fiji’s […] Source link
Overview: A cybersecurity bill headed to President Surangel Whipps Jr.’s desk would create a new Bureau of Cybersecurity with duties that closely mirror those already assigned to a technology office he established by executive order months earlier — raising questions about how the two would work together. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR — The Senate gave final approval July 20 to legislation establishing Palau’s first comprehensive cybersecurity system, voting 13-0 to pass Senate Bill No. 12-9, SD1, HD2 on third reading — even as a separate executive order signed months earlier already created a new technology office within the Office of…
Peceli Rokoravolo after court hearing The brother of murder accused Peceli Rokoravolo has told the Lautoka High Court that Rokoravolo admitted he was in a romantic relationship with Nadi doctor Dr Isireli Biumaitotoya. Ratu Seru Vuibau gave evidence today as a defence witness in the trial where Rokoravolo is charged with the murder of Dr Biumaitotoya. Dr Biumaitotoya was allegedly killed at his Namaka home between August 30 and September 1 last year. While responding to a question from presiding Judge Justice Aruna Aluthge, Vuibau said Rokoravolo admitted to the relationship after he questioned him twice.However, throughout the trial, Rokoravolo…
There were mix results for the Pacific contingents of the first day of competition as the 2026 Commonwealth Games got underway in Glasgow, Scotland, early on Friday morning.Bowling rolled off hours before His Majesty King Charles III officially declared the 23rd Games open inside the OVO Hydro, the first time in the history of the Commonwealth Games that an opening ceremony was staged entirely within an indoor arena.The opening matches saw the Pacific Island bowlers losing their first round games, but there victories also.Tonga’s Liam Hill lost 2-0 to New Zealand’s Shannon McIlroy, losing 10-2 in the first set and…
Overview: Palauans without land are finding it harder than ever to get a loan. NDBP has phased out its unsecured and chattel mortgage lending programs, requiring most borrowers to pledge land as collateral — a shift that’s shut out young entrepreneurs and landless families. Bank CEO David Proctor says the change was forced by mounting bad debt and was designed to push commercial banks into the market. Here’s what changed, why, and how residents are reacting. By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — The National Development Bank of Palau (NDBP) is facing mounting criticism from residents who say the bank’s decision…
[Source: Reuters] Leaders of India’s youth-led “cockroach” movement will meet the government on Friday to try and resolve a face-off over national examination paper leaks although they will not halt nationwide protests, a spokesperson for the group said. The decision was announced hours after activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike overnight, raising hopes that the two sides could be moving toward a breakthrough in the crisis in which tens of thousands of angry youth have converged on the capital Delhi to demand the resignation of the education minister over the scandal. The protests represent the biggest youth challenge…
Overview: Ngardmau’s legislature has unanimously impeached Gov. Jennifer Ngiraiwet over allegations of bribery, personal enrichment and conflicts of interest tied to a controversial 100-year dock development agreement. The vote triggers a constitutional process to elect a new governor within 60 days. By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang NGARDMAU, Palau (July 23, 2026) — The Ngardmau State Legislature unanimously voted Tuesday to impeach Gov. Jennifer Ngiraiwet, accusing her of bribery, personal enrichment, conflict of interest and other alleged illegal acts tied to a long-term joint venture agreement involving the Ngardmau Dock. The impeachment resolution, KN Resolution No. 11-21-16, was approved by a 7-0…
Junior Binnu Singh and Harjot Singh at today’s weigh in. Kings Boxing Promotion promoter Nahroon Buksh says he is considering legal action after the withdrawal of Indian boxer Rohit Chauhan, a setback he claims has caused significant financial losses for tomorrow’s event. Chauhan was originally scheduled to face local boxer Mikaele Ravalaca but pulled out before travelling to Fiji. Buksh alleges he was not properly informed of the withdrawal and is now seeking to recover costs associated with the promotion. “He did not inform me. He has betrayed me. I would like to go to any level to request authorities…