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US Virgin Islands delegate protests exclusion of territorial delegates from House speaker vote

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3 hours ago

US Virgin Islands delegate protests exclusion of territorial delegates from House speaker vote

Delegates representing U.S. territories were never called to cast their votes for the speakership.

Guam joins the nation in mourning Jimmy Carter's death

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4 days ago

Guam joins the nation in mourning Jimmy Carter's death

Guam joined the nation in mourning the passing of former President Jimmy Carter on Dec. 30. He was 100.

Federal stopgap measure includes $4B for Guam's typhoon repair projects

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Dec 23, 2024

Federal stopgap measure includes $4B for Guam's typhoon repair projects

The continuing resolution provides fiscal year 2025 appropriations to federal agencies through March 14, 2025,

THE PACIFIC

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10 hours ago

Pacific 2025: What is happening?

Vanuatu’s devastating earthquake and dramatic political developments in Tonga and New Caledonia at the end of 2024 set the tone for the comi

Disease outbreak feared in Vanuatu due to water supply cut caused by earthquake

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Dec 23, 2024

Disease outbreak feared in Vanuatu due to water supply cut caused by earthquake

Vanuatu is feared to face a possible outbreak of diseases due to water supply interruption resulting from the 7.3 magnitude earthquake that

How Solomon Islands’ donor-funded water plant became a costly failure

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Dec 22, 2024

How Solomon Islands’ donor-funded water plant became a costly failure

A major donor-funded water plant in the capital of Solomon Islands was supposed to fix a clean water crisis.

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By Mar-Vic Cagurangan

7 hours ago

Again, a fresh start

The CHamoru term “inafa’ maolek” refers to a concept of restoring harmony or order, a hallmark of Guam’s values and a gift from CHamoru ance

Debates and dialogues: Democracy thrives when voices are heard

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1 day ago

Debates and dialogues: Democracy thrives when voices are heard

This term has been marked by historic bipartisanship and a strong commitment to transparency, accountability and action

Puerto Rico statehood majority vote no joke

Howard Hills

1 day ago

Puerto Rico statehood majority vote no joke

After 125 years of U.S. rule in Puerto Rico, voters now have given the most convincing mandate ever for a new political status option, usher

Guamanian author earns Goodreads Choice nomination for ‘Dragonfruit’

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Dec 19, 2024

Guamanian author earns Goodreads Choice nomination for ‘Dragonfruit’

“Dragonfruit” draws deeply from Lucier’s memories of growing up on Guam, weaving elements of Pacific Island mythology and culture into its f

‘Tradewinds:’ A celebration of music, CHamoru heritage and storytelling

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Dec 9, 2024

‘Tradewinds:’ A celebration of music, CHamoru heritage and storytelling

This deep bond with Guam drives their filmmaking, shaping narratives that highlight the island’s culture and heritage.

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Dec 8, 2024

Hope for Guam’s struggling artists

For artists living on Guam, inspiration comes easily—from the island’s breathtaking beauty to its rich cultural heritage. Inspiration is ab

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3 hours ago3 min read

US Virgin Islands delegate protests exclusion of territorial delegates from House speaker vote

Delegates representing U.S. territories were never called to cast their votes for the speakership.

Win some, lose some: Sablan provides a congressional wrap-up

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7 hours ago3 min read

Win some, lose some: Sablan provides a congressional wrap-up

Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan summed up what he has accomplished for the Northern Mariana Islands during his long stint as the commonwealth

By Mar-Vic Cagurangan

7 hours ago2 min read

Again, a fresh start

The CHamoru term “inafa’ maolek” refers to a concept of restoring harmony or order, a hallmark of Guam’s values and a gift from CHamoru ance

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10 hours ago4 min read

Pacific 2025: What is happening?

Vanuatu’s devastating earthquake and dramatic political developments in Tonga and New Caledonia at the end of 2024 set the tone for the comi

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1 day ago1 min read

Debates and dialogues: Democracy thrives when voices are heard

This term has been marked by historic bipartisanship and a strong commitment to transparency, accountability and action

OPA questions Guam Homeland Security's $2.8M overtime expenses

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1 day ago3 min read

OPA questions Guam Homeland Security's $2.8M overtime expenses

The Office of Public Accountability has questioned $2.8 million in overtime costs at the Guam Homeland Security/Office of Civil Defense,

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