Author: TMC Palau
Overview: A young poet from Airai and Ngaraard moved audiences during Senior Citizens Day with a heartfelt Palauan-language poem honoring elders, cultural identity, and the enduring bond between the two states under the theme “Bridging Ages, Sharing Wisdom.” By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — A young poet from Airai and Ngaraard used verse on Saturday to honor elders and the shared history between the two states, delivering a poem that event organizers called a heartfelt bridge between generations. “Being from both Airai & Ngaraard, I really wanted to make both states proud,” said Mayumi Remengesau, who wrote the poem for…
The Electoral Commission and FEO will await Cabinet’s final decision and will respond accordingly once it is communicated. This was highlighted in a statement by the Fijian Elections office regarding Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s announcement that Cabinet has deferred its decision on the Local Government Elections for two weeks. In the statement, the Electoral Commission and the FEO has reassured the public that the Nationwide Voter Registration and Awareness Drive, under the YES Outreach will continue without interruption. They note that Cabinet’s deliberations do not affect the registration process, and eligible Fijians are being urged to register.Article continues after advertisement…
Overview: PICRC and Japan’s Toba Aquarium have renewed their cooperation agreement, continuing years of collaboration in marine conservation, research and public education. The partnership also expands researcher and cultural exchanges between Palau and Japan. KOROR, Palau — The Palau International Coral Reef Center and Toba Aquarium renewed their Friendship and Cooperation Agreement this month, reaffirming nearly a decade of collaboration focused on marine conservation education, research exchanges and public awareness of marine ecosystems. From right to left: Kusuda yasushi Director general of Policy Planning, Wakai yoshihito Director Toba Aquarium, Ichimi Katsuyuki governor, Imura Naoki Director of school Education(Ise City) The renewal ceremony…
source: ABC Berlin-based film students Julius Drost and Moritz Henneberg spent thousands of hours crafting their adorable animated short, Butty, depicting the travails of a cute but clumsy cleaning robot who’s thrown out on the street after one messy malfunction too many. So when Butty was selected for an Oscars-qualifying animation festival in Bulgaria, they were utterly ecstatic. Sadly, the celebration was short-lived. Drost and Henneberg were booted out, and the short disqualified because it was already online. “I was in shock, so I called Julius,” Henneberg recalls of the panic that ensued.Article continues after advertisement “I did some research,…
Overview: Communities in Melekeok and Ngiwal are sharing hard lessons from Supertyphoon Bopha, with a new survey showing that culture, communication and planning all play major roles in whether families relocate to safer ground as climate threats grow in Palau. Study finds cultural ties and lack of formal planning remain major barriers to moving vulnerable families to safer areas By L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 19, 2026)— A recent survey by the International Organization for Migration found that proper planning and stronger communication are critical to successfully relocating people displaced by climate change in Palau, while cultural expectations and social…
source: reuters The Trump administration is planning to tell NATO allies this week that it will shrink the pool of military capabilities that the U.S. would have available to assist the alliance’s European nations in a major crisis, three sources familiar with the matter said. Under a framework known as the NATO Force Model, the alliance’s member countries identify a pool of available forces that could be activated during a conflict or any other major crisis, such as a military attack on a NATO member. While the precise composition of those wartime forces is a closely guarded secret, the Pentagon…
South Melbourne FC logo. Photo: www.ofcproleague.com South Melbourne FC became the first team to qualify for the OFC Pro League final, following their crushing 4-0 win over Vanuatu United FC in Auckland this afternoon. The side led 3-0 at halftime, before a fourth goal in the second half secured them their final spot and stopped Vanuatu United’s run in the competition. Player of the match Jordan Swibel, who scored the opening goal of the match, said post-match it was a good win for them, as they now turn their focus to Sunday’s final. “The squad knows how to play in…
Overview: Palau will pause this Memorial Day to honor soldiers who never returned home. Veterans and families will remember the lives and sacrifices of Palauan troops killed while serving in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan. Families, veterans and communities to honor Palauan troops lost in combat and military service KOROR, Palau (May 20, 2026) — Veterans in Palau will honor the nation’s fallen heroes during Memorial Day observances on May 25, remembering Palauan men who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military during conflicts in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan. Among those being remembered is Capt. Kintaro John of the…
Around 100 participants from Fiji are expected to compete across professional and amateur divisions at the 27th VONU Pro Am Golf Tournament next week at the Denarau Golf and Racquet Club. The professional division will compete for a prize purse of $10,000, attracting a strong field and raising the level of competition. Professional golfers, business leaders and guests from across Fiji will come together for one of the country’s longest-running golf tournaments. Tournament organizer Amitesh Chandra says reaching the 27th year is a milestone made possible through consistent support.Article continues after advertisement “Reaching 27 years is something we are very…
Overview: Koror Gov. Eyos Rudimch has vetoed a major lease reform bill, warning it could violate national law, weaken public land protections and expose families to predatory lenders. Supporters said the measure would have expanded access to loans and home financing. Was the veto the right call? Rudimch says measure could violate national law and put public land leaseholders at risk of losing homes By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 19, 2026)— Eyos Rudimch has vetoed a controversial lease reform bill that would have expanded the ability of Koror public land leaseholders to transfer or use their leases as collateral,…