Author: TMC Palau

President Johnson Toribiong told the General Assembly’s annual general debate that, along with the Marshall Islands, Palau will call on the 193-member Assembly to urgently seek an advisory opinion – which would be non-binding – from the International Court of Justice (ICJ), also known as the World Court. Palau is one of several Pacific island countries that have repeatedly spoken out at the General Assembly about the impact of climate change, with rising sea levels resulting from the emissions of greenhouse gases threatening to swamp their islands. Mr. Toribiong said it was vital that urgent action is taken to combat…

Shakira, LOS40 Music Awards Santander 2026 Published on 10/29/2026 at 12:59 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS Shakira appears across six LOS40 Music Awards Santander 2026 categories, with the ceremony set for Barcelona’s Palau Sant Jordi on 20 November. Shakira, LOS40 Music Awards Santander 2026, six nominations, 22 October 2026, Barcelona, Palau Sant Jordi, Latin pop, music awards, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, Dai Dai, Illustration mit AI erstellt. Shakira earned six…

Papua New Guinea’s West New Britain province governor Sasindran Muthuvel says the public is deeply frustrated with repeated armed robberies and other violent crime.Sasindran Muthuvel’s comment comes after police confirmed the death of 12 men who they say staged an armed robbery at a tradestore in West New Britain’s capital Kimbe on Monday.Muthuvel told RNZ Pacific it was unfortunate that lives were lost, but noted the group fired on police while trying to flee the scene.The governor said people of the province are frustrated at the surge in activity by criminal groups of so-called ‘raskols’.”A lot of genuine people are…

By ISLAND TIMES Angaur residents are struggling to secure drinking water and maintain their livelihoods as a prolonged drought linked to a super El Niño threatens Palau and much of the western Pacific. Surrounded by seawater, salty inland lakes and wells with brackish water, Angaur is facing a growing water crisis. Despite having water all around the island, residents depend on drinking water transported from Koror, while the dry conditions are making it harder to find crabs, grow crops and earn income. Melanie Santiago, an Angaurian facing challenges caused by unusually long dry spell. Each week, Angaur State transports residents’…

The Pacific dream at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup (RLWC) comes down to this weekend’s final round of group games.Only the Australians have secured their semifinal spots in both the men’s and women’s categories of the competition.Everything is on the line for the Pacific Island teams that have set themselves in the running for top two finish.In the men’s Group A, New Zealand and Fiji will play off for a spot in the semifinals on the Gold Coast on Saturday.Both sides won a game each, and lag behind the defending champions Australia, which is two out of two, but…

KOROR, Palau (Kyodo) — A Japanese-led glassware brand using discarded bottles has become one of Palau’s signature local products, winning over environmentally conscious tourists to the Pacific island nation. What began as an effort to put waste glass to good use has grown into a successful venture in just over a decade, producing everything from earrings to elaborate ornaments inspired by the country’s marine life. Inside a sweltering workshop in Koror, Palau’s largest city, furnaces glow red-hot as artisans work with molten glass. During a recent visit, French Polynesian President Moetai Brotherson tried his hand at…

Palau’s tropical islands, pristine reefs and abundant marine life make it an enticing destination year-round. Whether you’re dreaming of calm seas and clear waters for diving, planning a family trip during the school holidays or seeking a quiet tropical retreat during the shoulder season, the time of year you choose can take your holiday to the next level. Here’s how to find the ideal season for your escape to paradise. December to March: Go for the best of Palau Image credit: Visit Palau For travellers dreaming of impeccably clear water and unrelenting blue skies, December to March is the prime…

KOROR, Palau – A Japanese-led glassware brand using discarded bottles has become one of Palau’s signature local products, winning over environmentally conscious tourists to the Pacific island nation. What began as an effort to put waste glass to good use has grown into a successful venture in just over a decade, producing everything from earrings to elaborate ornaments inspired by the country’s marine life. Inside a sweltering workshop in Koror, Palau’s largest city, furnaces glow red-hot as artisans work with molten glass. During a recent visit, French Polynesian President Moetai Brotherson tried his hand at glassblowing under the watchful eye…

The Fijian government has appointed a close professional associate of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka as the new chief legal adviser – the third since the coalition took office – in the aftermath of his acting attorney-general’s explicit video saga earlier this month.Sevuloni Valenitabua was sworn in as the government’s chief law officer at the State House in Suva on Tuesday.The government said he “brings considerable legal and regional experience, with a professional career spanning private legal practice, constitutional litigation, human rights and public legal services across Fiji and the Pacific”.Valenitabua’s appointment draws attention due to his professional proximity to Rabuka.…

Four teams from the FIBA Polynesian Cup 2026 in Tahiti have secured their places at the 2027 Pacific Games.Men’s champions Tonga defeated Tahiti 74-69 in a a hard-fought final to secure their spot.With Tahiti automatically qualified as the Games host, the third-place playoff provided a direct route to qualification, with Samoa securing the ticket after overcoming the Cook Islands 101-94.In the women’s competition, American Samoa and Samoa both qualified, with American Samoa claiming gold after defeating Samoa 79-65 in the final.The teams that have now qualified for the Pacific Games in the men’s competition are Tahiti (French Polynesia) as the…