Author: TMC Palau
Issued by: on KOROR, PALAU (June 6, 2025) –Builder 2nd Class Andre Luz measures out the placement for a projection that is going to support the Pacific Mini Games. Detail Palau played a key role in providing high-quality construction support, contributing to the successful preparation and execution of the Pacific Mini Games. NMCB-3 serves as the stand-in engineering force for Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, executing high-quality construction operations, activities, and investments, and is capable at the unit-of-action level to support major combat operations in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility…
Photo: 123RF / Chutima Chaochaiya Australia’s aid budget has shrunk in real terms despite a small nominal boost to the Pacific. The Pacific’s largest aid donor has raised its Official Development Assistance (ODA) for the region by just three percent to AU$2.2 billion in its federal budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The World Bank projects that Pacific-wide inflation will rise to 4.6 percent in the same period. Pacific aid now makes up around 42 percent of Australia’s overall $5.2 billion aid spend. Professor Stephen Howes, a development economist, told RNZ Pacific that compared to last year, the overall spend…
A 32-year-old man is accused of a violent domestic attack. He allegedly struck his de facto partner with firewood and poured boiling water over her body. The case is among several serious High Court filings in April 2026. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed 16 indictments. These involve 36 counts of non-sexual offences. A total of 27 accused persons and 21 victims are recorded. The domestic case is part of a wider set of violent matters. These include manslaughter, attempted murder, aggravated assault, arson and robbery. In another domestic matter, a 52-year-old man is charged with manslaughter.…
Issued by: on Capt. Brian Krautler, commanding officer of the Legend-class U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752), receives gifts from Indian Coast Guard members Assistant Commandant Nimisha Soparkar and Deputy Commandant Jaymin Patel in Stratton’s wardroom following a press event for the first Quad at-sea mission after Stratton arrived in Apra Harbor, Guam, July 2, 2025. Stratton is deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. Stratton is deployed to the Indo-Pacific to advance relationships with ally and…
source : BBC A man who broke into a car and stole hard drives containing unreleased music by Beyoncé has been sentenced to two years in prison. Kelvin Evans, 41, pleaded guilty to charges including entering an automobile and criminal trespass last year in Atlanta, Georgia. A judge sentenced him to an additional three years of probation. Apparently at random, Evans broke into a Jeep Wagoneer rented by a choreographer and dancer for Beyoncé on 8 July 2025, as the singer’s Cowboy Carter tour was coming to Atlanta. The two returned to find the vehicle’s rear window smashed and their…
Horse-drawn carriages once drew up at the grand archway where guests now enter this reimagined 18th-century palace. Now you can escape the bustling Girona streets into the tranquil inner courtyard of Palau Fugit boutique hotel, a city sanctuary for guests looking to connect with this historic and vibrant city destination. Catalonia, Girona Hotel Palau Fugit Hotel At a glance Rooms Various categories from 16m² to 32m² penthouse suite, garden and city views Amenities Gipsy bar-restaurant, rooftop terrace El Terrat, wellness cave La Cova d’aigua with heated pool More Local art installations, complimentary house beer Rispa, and vermouth hour. Private dining…
[File Photo] Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu says there has been no cover-up in the investigation into the death of late Police Constable Peniasi Racagi. Speaking to the media today, Tudravu says investigators are pursuing two lines of inquiry based on information gathered during the investigation, the circumstances surrounding Racagi’s death and allegations of police involvement. The Commissioner acknowledged growing public concern following recent court proceedings but maintained that all investigative procedures were properly followed. Tudravu says investigation files were submitted to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions before charges were formally laid, describing it as an important process…
Steven Victor, the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Environment for Palau, shared insights into the country’s successful implementation of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and achievement of its 30×30 conservation target during discussions at the Melanesian Ocean Summit. Minister Victor explained that the establishment of Marine Protected Areas in Palau was driven by the concerns of local fishermen who recognized the need for stronger regulations to protect marine resources. According to Victor, without proper laws and management, fishing grounds risked becoming uncontrolled and unsustainable. “The establishment was rooted in the tradition of Palau, we were protecting the resources for them, not…
Raihei Ansquer (and Vanina Pommier are the new appointees. Photo: Screengrab / Polynésie La Première French Polynesia’s President Moetai Brotherson has made key personnel changes in his cabinet just over a year before the French Pacific territory hosts the 2027 Pacific Games. Raihei Ansquer has been handed the health portfolio, while Vanina Pommier has been assigned the sports portfolio. They take over from Cédric Mercadal and Kainuu Temauri. Brotherson announced the changes during a news conference on Monday local time, but did not immediately specify the reasons for the reshuffle. The move has drawn criticism from opposition parties on all…
source : reuters The Eurovision Song Contest got off to a tense start in Vienna on Tuesday with the first semi-final featuring Israel, whose attendance prompted five countries to boycott over the Gaza war, though an initial street protest was barely noticeable. The contest, traditionally a good-natured celebration of pop music and high camp now in its 70th year, has become mired in crisis over Israel’s military offensive in Gaza in response to the Hamas-led attack of October 7, 2023. The public broadcasters of five countries – Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia – are boycotting this year’s event,…