Author: TMC Palau
Fiji is aiming to protect 30 percent of its marine and terrestrial ecosystems by 2030. [Photo: SUPPLIED] Fiji is aiming to protect 30 percent of its marine and terrestrial ecosystems by 2030 as part of its ambitious biodiversity conservation commitments. Speaking during celebrations for the International Day for Biological Diversity, Principal Environment Officer at the Ministry of Environment Krishneel Nand says the target forms a key part of Fiji’s newly launched National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan. Nand says the plan outlines 23 national biodiversity targets focused on protecting ecosystems, restoring degraded environments, and conserving endangered species across the country.…
Issued by: on U.S. Marine Corps combat engineers with Combat Logistics Battalion 15, Combat Logistics Regiment 17, 1st Marine Logistics Group, watch as a Marine uses their newly constructed pull up bar during Koa Moana 25 in Palau, July 22, 2025. Koa Moana 25 is an annual partnership in the Indo-Pacific region that strengthens established relationships, bolsters theater security cooperation, and enhances the resilience of our allies and partners through community outreach, medical and civic assistance, infrastructure improvement projects, and key leader exchanges. (U.S. Marine Corps courtesy photo by 1st Lt.…
Overview: Fake social media posts and a cloned news website targeting President Whipps have prompted warnings from officials and media leaders in Palau. Authorities are urging the public to verify sources, avoid suspicious links and stay alert against deepfakes and online scams. Officials, media leaders urge public vigilance as fake social media content spreads online misinformation in Palau KOROR, Palau (May 21, 2026) — Government officials and local media leaders are warning the public to exercise caution online after two fake social media posts targeting President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. were discovered this week, including a fabricated news story falsely…
The new retail store is worth approximately half a million. [Photo: Mollyn Nakabea Business owners and residents in Suva can now access industrial and electrical equipment with the opening of Ceylon Traders. The new retail store, worth approximately half a million, brings together quality international equipment’s, local distributions, with premium customer service. Established to meet the demand for appliance needs of everyday Fijians, Ceylon Traders Head of Sales and Marketing Vishaal Nath says this was an opportunity to create employment and invest into the Fijian economy. “It was open for the economy. We invested in the economy so that we…
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…