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Senator hits military's surreptitious use of Guam as a decoy in Iran strike

Before the U.S. launched air strikes on Iran, six B-2 stealth bombers departed from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri and were reportedly heading to Andersen Air Force Base on Guam.

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'Diplomacy and peace are the way forward—not more bombs:' Activists protest military buildup in the CNMI

CNMI and Guam activists stage a rally protesting the military buildup in the CNMI. Photo by Bryan Manabat By Bryan Manabat Saipan —...

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Middle East crisis poses 'no credible threats' to Guam for now, but troops are on standby

Lou Leon Guerrero By Pacific Island Times News Staff Reports about the deployment of B-2 stealth bombers to Guam turned out to be part...

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THE PACIFIC

Nauru seeks to become a hub for blockchain industry with the launch of digital asset regulator

The Command Ridge Virtual Asset Authority—named after the highest point of land in the country—will govern virtual assets, digital banking and blockchain technologies.

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7 days ago

Mental health must be a business priority in the Pacific Islands

Surveys show just 25 percent of Asian American–Pacific Islander workers say they’re comfortable talking to their manager about mental health at work, and only 35 percent feel safe discussing it with co‑workers.

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Laura reef site in Marshall Islands ideal spot for coral protection, study confirms

Scientists found that corals in the Laura reef showed tolerance to high temperatures. Photo courtesy of The Nature Conservancy By...

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Jun 18

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What US joining Israel’s war with Iran means for the world

Beyond the Middle East, the stakes for global nuclear norms, the world economy and international institutions are high. By Carlos...

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The Business Policy Review Commission: A promise in action

This is the guiding principle behind the Business Policy Review Commission, a body formed in alignment with the 38th Guam Legislature’s promise to engage and include the community more in policy discussions and legislative action.

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Shrinking federal assistance leaves Guam on its own

Before the end of his tour of duty on Guam, Rear Adm. Brent DeVore stressed the need for the military to be “open and transparent” with the civilian communities about mutual challenges and to explore partnership opportunities.

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Jun 15

Community Events: Friendship recital, skills showcase, Freedom Rocks, fitness expo

Osaka students return for Friendship recital at Micronesia Mall Students from Sakai Liberal High School in Osaka, Japan returned to Guam...

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4 days ago

Aja Reyes paints persistence one layer at a time

By Ron Rocky Coloma Before she answered a single question, Aja Reyes muted her phone, closed her curtains and settled into her chair at...

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6 days ago

Sweet serendipity: Lifelong friendships built in unexpected places

Herta grew up in Romania during that time of limited freedoms, and so we had an instant connection. During our conversation, Hans asked me if I had been in Lansing, Michigan, years earlier. It turns out that I had worked in the same office as his mother when I was fresh out of school.