Author: TMC Palau
Among the 10 people arrested in Fiji last week in a major anti-drug operation was the son of a senior pro-China politician from Palau, who presides over his country’s Senate, OCCRP confirmed.Hokkons Baules told OCCRP on Tuesday that he learned from media reports that his son, Lagomarsino Baules, 38, had been arrested in Fiji.“There is nothing I can do, he has not communicated,” he said.Lagomarsino Baules was arrested at a home in Suva alongside Ginna Mukunghoa Choi, a citizen of the Federated States of Micronesia who previously lived in Palau, according to local media reports. Choi had been blacklisted by…
[Photo Credit: AAP Photo] Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are planning a London celebration after their New York wedding. The Fate of Ophelia singer and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end – who got engaged last August after two years of dating – were spotted on a brief visit to the English capital city last week. The couple are believed to have recently sent save-the-date notices to advise their loved ones they will tie the knot on July 3 in New York, but they are also said to be planning a second party the following month. They used their London…
That’s more like it, Barça! The team’s seventh EuroLeague win came on one of those big nights at the Palau Blaugrana, capped by a spectacular final quarter at both ends of the court to knock out Virtus Bologna (88–81). Two out of two for new head coach Oscar Orellana, and the team continues to build confidence and results. A battle from the start After Wednesday’s agonising win away to Bayern, Virtus’ visit looked like a good chance to keep the European momentum going. But it was clear early on that this would be another very tough contest, one likely to…
[Photo Credit: Reuters] Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that he thought the Ukraine war was coming to an end, remarks that came just hours after he had vowed victory in Ukraine at Moscow’s most scaled-back Victory Day parade in years. Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine triggered the most serious crisis in relations between Russia and the West since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, when many people feared the world was on the brink of nuclear war. The Kremlin has said peace talks brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration were on pause. Putin has repeatedly vowed to fight…
A remote island in the western Pacific has been inhabited by invasive monkeys for more than a century. Now, the U.S. military is clearing land and pushing them to the south, where they are causing new issues for the island’s remaining human residents. Angaur is a remote island just 2.5 miles long at the southern tip of Palau. The northern part is littered with unexploded bombs from a World War II battle between U.S. and Japanese forces in 1944.Although the island has kept people out, it has created a refuge for long-tailed macaque monkeys. With no natural predators, their numbers…
[Photo: FILE] The people of Nabukebuke in Namosi have effectively ended the prospect of future mining in their area after securing a 50-year conservation lease over more than 30,000 acres of land. This follows the withdrawal of the Namosi Joint Venture after nearly two decades of mineral prospecting in the district. Mataqali Nabukebuke Namosi Holdings PTE Limited Director, Petero Saunivalu, says the mataqali accepted the company’s departure in good faith, despite years of engagement, education support, rental payments and community assistance. Saunivalu says the move marks a major shift towards protecting their land and future.Article continues after advertisement “We have…
We present first-rate orchestras because we are fascinated by their sound and their ability to convey the legacy of great composers. We are honored to welcome the London Symphony Orchestra, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Staatskapelle Dresden, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Budapest Festival Orchestra, among others. Through their brilliant performances, they will take us on an emotional and sonic journey through the great works of music history — a true ritual. We bring conductors with strong personalities to keep classical music a living tradition through their unique interpretations. This season will feature great masters like Teodor Currentzis, Iván Fischer, Myung-Whun…
RFMF Commander speaks to military personnel during Force Service in Suva. The death of Jone Vakarisi in military custody has been acknowledged by Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai as an unintentional and regrettable incident. His comments come as police continue investigating the death of Vakarisi, who died while being held at the Queen Elizabeth Barracks last month. Speaking during the Force Service at the Centenary Church this morning, Major General Kalouniwai said the incident happened during joint operations already underway between the RFMF and Police. He said those operations were launched in response to…
The traditional voyaging canoe Alingano Maisu has once again altered course – this time steering away from Yap and toward Palau – as Tropical Storm Hagupit, Invest 93W, and a developing disturbance near Kosrae churn across Micronesia.Local voyage organizers said Thursday that the storm systems passing through Yap forced the canoe’s direction to shift yet again, prompting Rhapin Woek, or Grand Master Navigator Sesario Sewralur, to make the call to head for Palau instead of Guam or Yap.“The wind has changed direction again,” organizers said. “To avoid the severe weather, Captain Sesario has altered the course to Palau.”The crew remains…
[Source: Ba FC/ Facebook] Ba FC delivered a dominant attacking performance to thrash Tailevu Naitasiri FC 9-0 in their Extra Premier League clash. The Men in Black were ruthless from the opening whistle, piling pressure on Tailevu Naitasiri early and taking full control of the contest with a series of quick goals. Faazil Ali opened the scoring in the third minute before Sairusi Nalauvu doubled the advantage in the 15th minute. Ilisono Logavau added another just two minutes later, while Penisoni Tirau made it 4-0 in the 20th minute. Ba carried their momentum into the second half, with Jone Loga…