September 2023
Ponzi scheme targets worldwide Tongan community
Pago pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The U.S Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking to identify possible victims of a fraud scheme operated by Tilila Siola’a Walker Sumchai, who is facing
Samoa Supreme Court grants bail in case of conspiracy to murder former PM
Apia, SAMOA — The Supreme Court has granted bail to the fourth defendant in a high-profile case alleging conspiracy to murder a former prime minister of Samoa.
Why corals in American Samoa are thriving despite warmer oceans
Ropati Opa sat in the shade on the side of the road beside a carpet of tropical greenery with a massive, fringing coral reef sitting just offshore.
Budget Director and Treasurer reminded that all spending must be approved by the Fono — before a check is written
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — As soon as the Budget Director Catherine Saelua and ASG Treasurer Malemo Tausaga, stated that they have the funding in place for the Fono’s salary increase, the
Court Report
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A woman contacted the Leone Police Substation (LPS) needing police assistance after she accused her cousin of assaulting her employees.
U.S. territories have faced challenges gaining access to COVID funds
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Officials of the U.S territories have told the U.S Government Accountability Office (GAO) that they “faced challenges accessing and managing some COVID-19 funds
Judge rejects civil settlement in Hawaii sex assault case
Honolulu, HAWAII — The sex assault civil lawsuit against two former Saint Louis football stars will head to mediation.
Faipule introduces bill to be a part of confirmation process for DBAS and LBJ board members
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The House of Representatives yesterday, September 21, 2023 introduced a bill that amends the confirmation of board members for the Development Bank of American