Pacific News Briefs
Tue, 10/22/2024 - 8:50am
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — There is relief in Tonga after gale force winds and heavy rains caused severe flooding in the capital Nuku'alofa at the weekend.
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Samoans growing food for CHOGM hope forum draws attention to climate
Tue, 10/22/2024 - 7:49am
Apia, SAMOA — Many hope CHOGM will raise awareness about the impact of climate change on food security in the Pacific.
New eastside volleyball court open thanks to generosity of local couple
Tue, 10/22/2024 - 7:42am
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A newly opened outdoor volleyball court in the small village of Pagai, located on the eastern side of the island, will serve as a venue for tournaments and trai
Guam abortion ban denied
Tue, 10/22/2024 - 7:35am
WASHINGTON — The US Supreme Court has denied the Guam auditor-general's request to reinstate an abortion ban.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month photo & caption
Tue, 10/22/2024 - 7:27am
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month continues, Dept.
Man jailed after allegedly slapping his girlfriend while she was holding their infant
Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:26am
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 17, 2024, a female individual contacted the Tafuna Police Substation to report her brother causing a disturbance at home and allegedly assaulting his
Man accused of PPD after allegedly threatening family members with machete
Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:23am
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 14, 2024, a mother contacted Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) to report her son causing a disturbance at their family home by walking around with a mach
Pacific News Briefs
Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:20am
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Samoan authorities have wrapped up a nationwide gun amnesty with mixed success, as part of tightened security ahead of the arrival of world leaders including Ki
Pacific health ministers tackle key priorities towards a healthier future for the Pacific region
Mon, 10/21/2024 - 9:15am
Manila, PHILIPPINES — Pacific Health Ministers launched their shared vision to address interwoven health challenges and work towards a healthier and more equitable Pacific region.