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During their meeting with Minister Pierantozzi, Mr. Towle and Dr. Lesi discussed about possible assistance the UNHCR Regional Office could offer to Palau with respect to legal framework to strengthen migration issues and border control. After meeting the Minister of State, Mr. Towle and Dr. Lesi pa…

In July and August, PPUC also raised their electric rates. Residential areas consuming zero to 500 kwh will now be charged 22.7 cents from 21.3 cents. Residential areas consuming 501 to 2,000 will be 30.7 cents from 29.3 cents and consumption of more than 2,000 kwh will now be charged with 35. 2 ce…

The mission will be composed of representatives of the chiropractic and medical community of Guam such as  Dr. Rod White, Dr. Roger Martinez, and Dr. Bernard Stupski representatives from Guam Medical Association and the Guam Chiropractic Council “As representatives of the chiropractic and medical c…

The law aims to make the Palauan language flexible “so it may evolve in response to the realities of cultural exchange, technological advancement and knowledge expansion.” The commission will create a set of rules to determine the appropriate spelling of Palauan words, as well as the proper grammar…

The growing community of Couples for Christ and their members of the KFC will be heading towards the said gym on Sunday, 30th of August to celebrate its one year of singing and praising. The grandiose event will entail different presentations of the various ministries that comprises the community o…

According to state officials, the projects are funded by Taiwan stimulus funds and bids for the projects have been awarded to local contractors. State officials said FR Construction has been awarded the bid to rehabilitate a section of the road in Ollei village that runs from the Ollei water pump t…

Toribiong said the he was surprised by the Senate’s action in rejecting the conference committee version of the bill. He said the conference committee report should have reflected the Senate leadership’s view on the measure. A complete turnaround as reflected on the voting , is surprising.“By killi…

The equipments were handed to the Bureau of Public Safety Director Norbert Yano on Monday. The equipments are vital for crime scene investigation and will help the officers enhance their skills in solving the crimes.The equipments were donated to the CID after Detective Willy Mays Towai completed h…

The bill is facing opposition from various sectors, but lawmakers said it will expand the country’s economic base. A casino will generate revenue and spur the development of additional industries, its proponents said.A petition against the casino is currently being circulated and the council of chi…

Calladan Tkel appeared for arraignment on August 18 with Public Defender Jason Shaw and denied his charges. Assistant Attorney General Elizabeth Avore appeared on behalf of the government.Tkel’s status conference is set for September September 11 at 9:45 am in Melekeok courthouse.Tkel posted $500 s…