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The organizing committee is now in the thick of preparation as the celebration started as early this weekend with a softball tournament and bike rides. This year’s theme is “Palau in motion for a healthy nation.”The formal ceremony under the bridge will begin with a traditional chant followed by a …

Jonathan Finay was summoned to appear in court on October 3 to face his charge. The affidavit of probable cause submitted in court stated that Finay struck the victim Wise Fyers with a rod on March 29.The victim was aboard his vehicle and was travelling along Meyuns Ramp when a rock hit his car.The…

Kiyoshi Nomura and Tadashi Monjo trained firefighters from Fire Division, airport, mechanics and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting personnel for the use of the 1980 model Ladder truck. Miki Sigen Company Limited through the efforts of Palau Japan Cultural Exchange Association donated the Ladder truck.As…

Finance Minister Elbuchel Sadang said Merill Lynch oversees the money of Palau and the move of the company has no effect on Palau’s investment. Sadang said that as of Sept. 19, 2008, the Compact of Free Association Trust Fund balances amounted to $157,424, 043.Sadang said although the amount droppe…

The resolution clarifies the intent and purpose of BWA and lists all that would benefit Ngchesar as an allied state. According to Joyce Beouch, BWA coordinator, the fact that Governor Adelbai and members of the 7th NSC have introduced and adopted a resolution proclaiming their desire to protect and…

According to Finance Minister Elbuchel Sadang, the government’s accounts in the bank are still “intact.” He said the amounts indicated in a document handed to presidential candidate and administration critic Joshua Koshiba represented renewals not withdrawals.The government, Sadang added, still has…

Washington D.C. has a successful leadership training under the conference. Desiree Seid and her fellow scholars had tackled the busy NYLC schedule with enthusiasm. Desiree engaged in the ‘If I Were President’ simulation, in which ‘he/she’ took on the role of a real-life advisor to the president in …

The court set Ressy Ellis plea hearing or trial setting conference for October 17 at 10 a.m. in Melekeok. Ellis is currently on bail release after posting a $1,000 surety bond for his criminal case aggravated assault.Ellis first appearance in court was on July 7 for arraignment where he entered a n…

“We lost because we didn’t have money to pass around,” Koshiba said in an interview. “We did not have the money for airtime or for gas to give away. If the elections are going to be based on gifts and if they are about money, danger is the future of Palau.” Staunch critics of President Tommy Remeng…

“The marine debris coastal clean-up has not ceased,” said Blekuu Sbal, Council of Chiefs’ grant coordinator. “People are now more aware of debris floating in our waters and are more inclined to pick them up for proper disposal.” According to Sbal, despite the efforts of the residents of the varying…