Author: TMC Palau

Not many artists tell a story with such lively ease as Pina Palau. With Outdoor Guy, the Swiss artist has undoubtedly crowned herself one of the best musical storytellers. Written as a cheeky middle finger to ex-partners, cathartic in its biting yet humorous commentary, and also a conclusion letting you move on, it’s pure pleasure to listen to Palau’s tale, accompanied by a groovy and well-balanced country-influenced indie rock.This was what I was writing in Negative White’s Best Of 2025 list, where Pina Palau ranked—maybe undeservingly low—in fifth place. And yet, it wasn’t just the single Outdoor Guy that highlighted…

Palau’s idyllic waters hide an experiment that scientists hope will save the world’s reefs from climate change-induced collapse.At an outer reef, ceramic cribs are holding thousands of baby corals growing underwater.They’re “super corals”, selectively bred to survive hotter ocean temperatures.Star-shaped ceramic devices holding baby corals were planted last month on a section of reef damaged by a typhoon in Palau. (Supplied: PICRC)And they’re providing hope in global efforts to stop marine heatwaves from wiping out reefs.Like humans, corals are genetically diverse and some have stronger immune systems, giving them a natural advantage in surviving bleaching events.Palau’s corals appear to have…

Vanuatu PM Jotham Napat says the Council of Ministers (Cabinet) has approved a six-month VT766 million support package (US$6.4m) targeting electricity, transport and agriculture to mitigate the impact of the Iran war. 1 May 2026 Photo: Screengrab / Facebook/Ministry of the Prime Minister – Vanuatu Vanuatu’s prime minister has announced new fuel support subsidies as the conflict in Iran drags on. In a national address on Friday, Jotham Napat said the Council of Ministers (Cabinet) had approved a six-month VT766 million support package (US$6.4m) targeting electricity, transport and agriculture to mitigate the impact of the war. Napat said this was…

Issued by: on KOROR, PALAU (June 6, 2025) –Steelworker Constructionman Fernandon Cruz drills holes for the bike racks to support 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 with efficient airfield, waterfront, and advanced…

Fiji’s lone and gold medalist hurdler Errol Qaqa at last years Pacific Mini Games in Palau. [File Photo] A new event will be introduced at the 2027 Coca-Cola Games. The 110-meter hurdles is going to be included in next year’s Games. This was passed at the Fiji Secondary Schools Athletics Association Annual General Meeting. Fiji Secondary School Athletics Association secretary Biu Colati says the 110m hurdles will only be for the intermediate and senior grades.Article continues after advertisement Colati says one of the things they’ve seen is that they have been sitting on the same old structure for so long.…

PHILIPPINE Airlines will begin twice-weekly service between Palau and Manila starting March 29, expanding international access and strengthening travel links for residents, visitors, and the Palauan diaspora. The flights will operate on a scheduled basis and will be available for online booking, according to Efren Adrian Llanos of the airline’s Sales Department. The new service connects Palau to the airline’s global network of more than 40 destinations across Asia, the United States mainland, and Europe. Major long-haul hubs include Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Seattle, Honolulu, and Toronto. The carrier also operates extensive regional routes to cities such as…

A major push to strengthen women’s economic participation is underway in Kadavu, as rural women gain new skills to grow their businesses and access broader markets. The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection, through its Department of Women Eastern Division, has conducted its first-ever two-day product development and specification training in Namalata, bringing together 20 women from seven districts. The training, aligned with the Women’s Economic Empowerment National Action Plan 2025–2030, focused on helping women improve product quality, understand markets, and price their goods effectively. Participants were guided by experts from Business Assistance Fiji and the Fiji Arts Council,…

Play The Game’s annual performance at the Palau de la Música Catalana, where they sold out their previous two visits in 2023 and 2024, is now a tradition. Queen’s legacy remains intact, and no one pay tribute like them.  Play The Game consolidates their position year after year as one of the best Queen tribute bands—the most complete in Spain— with a knowledge of the Queen universe, that takes them one step further.  Nearly two hours of live show, featuring all the greatest songs, recalling how the legendary English band sounded in all its power and splendor. Join us on…

The hospital’s Gift of Life program continues to provide free, life-saving heart surgeries Seven young patients are celebrating a new lease on life following successful heart surgeries at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital. The children, aged between three months and 10 years, underwent critical procedures over the past week. Most are from Fiji, with one patient travelling from the Solomon Islands. The milestone was marked during a “Gift of Life” ceremony, where the children were presented with certificates recognising their successful surgeries and new beginnings. A total of 24 surgeries have been conducted under the program, with seven…

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces and Fiji Police Force conduct checks as part of their joint operations on drug-related activities across the Central/Eastern Division. Photo: Facebook / Republic of Fiji Military Forces The Fijian government says there is “no need” to declare a state of emergency that would give the military and police special powers in response to the drug crisis. Last week, Prime Minister Rabuka told reporters that his government was considering the move to assist “joint operations” by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and the Fiji Police Force. The security forces have kicked off a nationwide…