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Ngaraard Elementary had a very organized library with a lot of books, but there was room for improvement. Principal John Ngiratiou and Librarian Rully Hideos were interested in updating the room in order to make it more appealing and user-friendly for the kids. When the Rotary Club visited the libr…

Since the initial funding from SPIF-SIG/COSAP was granted and received back in February, Seeds of Promise Palau Inc. (SOPP) has been busy renovating a space and making game plans for their After 3 Youth Mentorship Program. After hearing about After 3 and its additional needs Rotary Club soon partne…

Delegate Basilius, Chairman of the HOD Committee on Energy, Communications & Transportation says he is very happy for the opportunity to provide assistance to the learning progress of the students of his home state of Melekeok. Basilius commented that, ‘the people of Melekeok must be united in …

With free access to the conference’s dynamic symposia and panel discussions, Palau’s communities are provided a unique opportunity to increase their awareness of, and become involved in, the benefits of the study, preservation, promotion, and management of their rich heritage. Sessions are de…

The victim whose identity was withheld for the meantime was reportedly missing since Saturday afternoon. Personnel of Bureau of Public Safety and Division of Marine Law Enforcement Office are now conducting a search and rescue operation of the victim.The victim who is said to be former employee of …

Arrested were 19-year-old Chad Nakamura, Torwal Ngoriakl, 18 and one 16-year-old male juvenile. Nakamura and Ngoriakl were arrested early Saturday morning for illegal consumption of alcohol, drunk and disorderly conduct and disturbing the peace.The 16-year-old juvenile was arrested on May 15 after …

The amount received by Beckingham is 3,217 pounds which will be turned over to the St. Mary’s Church where his tomb lies.  Prince LeBoo sailed with Captain Henry Wilson on the HMS Antelope to London, England in 1783.In London, he served as an unofficial goodwill ambassador while pursuing his studie…

According to the Minister of State in its claim said that the Palau Ridge meets the Kyushu Ridge (Japan) and it is commonly referred to as the Palau-Kyushu Ridge.  Fields of natural resources deposits which are alternate sources of energy are found along this ridge.  The Kyushu Ridge overlaps with …

The new IT aims to improve the efficiency and the services of the Bureau of Immigration. A handover ceremony was held on Friday at the airport’s Immigration to officially turn over 15 sets of computer system to the Palau government. Taiwan Ambassador Maggie Tien handed the computers to President Jo…

The fishing vessel was cited for violation of fishing agreement and fishing regulations while fishing at the FSM waters Bureau of Marine Law Enforcement Office Ellender Ngirameketii said a fishing vessel was also apprehended for illegal fishing at the FSM waters.He said for Palau, six boardings wer…