Author: TMC Palau

Barcelona”As soon as the storm calms down, I will sacrifice myself,” proclaimed this Thursday, with a serene voice, the Turk Adnan Özer (Tekirdag, 1957) at the beginning of the 41st International Poetry Festival of Barcelona in an almost full Palau de la Música. Manuel Forcano and Anna Gual, the festival directors, have wanted to highlight this year “the capacity to look and to look at ourselves, to recognize ourselves, to interpret the world and to transform it through the word”. They have done so by choosing seven voices from around the world with long careers or emerging ones. The most…

The West Papua National Liberation Army has claimed responsibility for the killings. Photo: Supplied The West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) says it has killed eight people who it claims were Indonesian military intelligence officers. However, Indonesia’s military disputes this claim and says the victims were civilians. The massacre happened in remote Yahukimo regency in Papua’s Highlands province. In a statement on Thursday, the TPNPB claimed responsibility for the killings, saying the victims were military officers disguised as gold miners. But Reuters reports a military spokesperson saying the victims were not military, but were simply working in the region as…

Overview: Palau’s Adrian Justin Ililau has added another major achievement to his growing list of accomplishments. The former Olympian and PICRC research assistant graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy this week, where President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. personally presented him with his commission as a Coast Guard officer. President Whipps presents commission during Class of 2026 ceremony in Connecticut  NEW LONDON, Conn. (May 21, 2026) — Palauan athlete, researcher and student leader Adrian Justin Ililau reached another major milestone this week after graduating from the prestigious United States Coast Guard Academy and officially becoming a commissioned officer in the…

The collaboration also comes as Vonu continues to expand its brand presence. [Photo: RIYA BHAGWAN] Sea turtles, which have journeyed across Fiji’s oceans and coasts for more than 200 million years, are now facing some of the greatest threats to their preservation and survival. The conservation of this species is critical for protecting marine ecosystems and sustaining livelihoods, given their role in maintaining balanced seagrass beds and coral reefs, supporting biodiversity, and underpinning fisheries and coastal communities. Vonu has partnered with the Mamanuca Environment Society (MES) to mark World Turtle Day at Castaway Island today, where the importance of turtle…

The project guarantees the preservation of the historical building.Barcelona Full Council has given the go ahead for the urban planning procedure that will make the Museu Carmen Thyssen possible, with votes from the municipal government and the municipal groups of Junts per Barcelona, PP and Vox. The amendment to the general metropolitan plan will now have to get final approval from the Government of Catalonia. The project includes heritage work that will enable the Palau Marcet to be renovated and the original architectural elements of its façade to be preserved, strengthening the heritage value of this historical building at Passeig…

Overview: Palau has reached a major healthcare milestone with the successful completion of its first-ever CT coronary angiogram, giving local doctors a powerful new tool to detect heart disease without sending patients overseas. Historic procedure at Belau Medical Clinic and BNH reduces need for costly off-island cardiac imaging referrals By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau – (May 21, 2026) Palau has successfully performed its first coronary CT angiogram, marking a major milestone in the country’s healthcare system and expanding local capacity to diagnose serious heart conditions without sending patients overseas. According to the Belau Medical Clinic, the historic procedure was successfully…

The Force states that due process was followed in the laying of charges. [Photo: FILE] The case against the two men charged with the murder of Police Constable Peniasi Racagi has been discontinued. The State filed a Nolle Prosequi before Suva High Court Judge Justice Daniel Goundar this morning due to insufficient evidence. 42-year-old Keni Salawai and 20-year-old Jope Seniloli were discharged accordingly. It was alleged that between February 21st and 22nd, the two assaulted the officer, causing injuries that resulted in his death.Article continues after advertisement By filing a Nolle Prosequi at this stage, the State reserves the right…

Issued by: on AIRAI, Republic of Palau – U.S. Military Group Chief U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Christopher Lelah, U.S. Embassy Palau Deputy Chief of Mission Shankar Rao, Palau Minister of Justice Jennifer Olegeriil, Palau Minister of Public Infrastructure and Industries Charles Obichang, Palau National Security Coordinator Jennifer Anson, Palau Director of the Bureau of Public Safety Curtis Elobt, and other officials commemorate the transfer for Title 10 U.S.C. Section 333 Building Partner Capacity equipment with a ceremony at the Palau Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting station at Roman Tmetuchl International Airport…

Overview: A former Angaur governor is facing felony charges tied to the handling of Japan Grassroots Grant funds intended to purchase a boat and trailer for Angaur State. Prosecutors allege more than $85,000 was withdrawn from the grant account, while auditors later reported missing records and no documented boat purchase. Prosecutors allege former governor Steven Salii improperly withdrew and used more than $85,000 from a Japan-funded boat project for Angaur State.  By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau – (May 21, 2026) Former Angaur Gov. Steven Salii has been charged with two felony offenses — misconduct in public office and first-degree theft…

Former Minister for Youth and Sports Jese Saukuru was sworn back into his portfolio earlier today at the State House in Suva. Saukuru returns to the ministry he previously held after initially being appointed to the role back in 2022. He was previously removed from his ministerial position by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka over allegations of misusing public funds. At the time, the Prime Minister stated that an investigation would be carried out into the claims made against Saukuru.Article continues after advertisement During today’s reinstatement, the Prime Minister was present alongside Saukuru’s family as he took the oaths of allegiance…