Palau News

Both Houses of the Olbiil er a Kelulau have passed a measure, which will put a stop to the exportation of live reef fish out of Palau. via Marianas Variety

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“It looks like the military is here to stay”

Members of the Association of Pacific Island Legislatures are on Guam, meeting with local leaders as well as military officials in order to gain a better understanding of the Guam military buildup and how their ... via KUAM

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THE Guam Nurses Association is preparing for the 30th anniversary of the American Pacific Nursing Leaders Council, which will be held the week of June 16-20 at the Holiday Resort and Spa. via Marianas Variety

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“I come from a single parent home, and she wants me to go to college but can't afford it. I am still in shock that I got it. ”

Teddy Howell, salutatorian for his senior class at Goldsboro High School, will go to college courtesy of Microsoft founder Bill Gates. via Goldsboro News-Argus

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Senate President Surangel Whipps Sr. says he would raise the minimum wage and improve this island nation's public education and health systems if elected president in November. via Marianas Variety

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“You are the finadene-you are the soy sauce seasoning-that makes the Flame Tree Arts Festival just right every year”

Thousands of people flocked to the Civic Center the past four days to take part in one of the CNMI's most celebrated cultural events-the 27th Annual Flame Tree Festival. via Saipan Tribune

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The 9th Micronesian Chief Executives Summit will start today to discuss several issues affecting the region. via Marianas Variety

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“It seems that you are operating PNCC as if it is your own company on the basis of your whims and wills. Please be reminded that PNCC must be transparent and equal in its dealing and especially its services to the public”

HOUSE of Delegate Joel Toribiong said that the Palau National Communications Corporation is "practicing double standard" in its services to the public. via Marianas Variety

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“The generosity displayed by the Turkish government and Turkish people is truly heartening”

UNITED NATIONS: Maldives' Foreign Minister Abdullah Shahid with Turkish counterpart Ali Babacan sign a deal on boosting cooperation between the two countries. via Turkish Daily News

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The Association of Pacific Island Public Auditors will hold its 19th annual conference on Saipan. via Saipan Tribune

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