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American Samoa’s Christmas tree
Parade watchers gathered at American Samoa’s Christmas tree at the Fagatogo malae to watch the Christmas Float Parade pass by last week as the Christmas celebration gets into full swing in American Samoa. [courtesy photo]
deepwater octopus
San Diego, CA — We named him Squirt – not because he was the smallest of the 16 cuttlefish in the pool, but because anyone with the audacity to scoop him into a separate tank to study him was likely to get soaked. Squirt had notoriously accurate aim. As a comparative psychologist, I’m used to...
Amiaimalo Ofoia family with Christmas lights
The Amiaimalo Ofoia family of Vaitogi has transformed their home and front yard into a festive wonderland for the holiday season. In addition to the twinkling lights, they have displayed an array of cheerful decorations, including large inflatable Santa and snowman balloons that tower over the yard...
ROASTED TURKEY
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The holidays are a special time of year, filled with traditions and memories. Food plays a central role in our holiday celebrations for many of us. It is woven into the fabric of our cultures and customs. Whether it’s a festive feast, a cherished family recipe, or a...
Liana Nua Planz with her team manager Erika Radewagen.
American Samoa swimmer, Liana Nua Planz (right) with her team manager Erika Radewagen. Liana represented the territory at the World Aquatics Swimming Championships that took place in Budapest, Hungary, Dec. 10-15. As the only swimmer from America Samoa, Liana took home a national record and...
Linas, Charlie Brown, and Lucy
LOS ANGELES — It’s hard to imagine a holiday season without “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The 1965 broadcast has become a staple – etched into traditions across generations like decorating the tree or sipping hot cocoa. But this beloved TV special almost didn’t make it to air. CBS executives thought...
THS Interact club
The Interact clubs of American Samoa celebrated the Rotary Club’s Children with Special Needs Christmas Party this past Saturday at the ASCC MPC. The Tafuna High School Interact Club (pictured) had a marvelous time spreading holiday cheer and creating game booths for all to enjoy. [courtesy photo]
Couple dancing at TAOA Christmas program
Senior citizens danced to the ‘live’ music of the Siliva Bros Band from Nuuuli during the TAOA Christmas program at the DYWA gym in Tafuna last week Thursday morning, where fellowship, music and other entertainment was enjoyed. Part of the entertainment included staff members of the Department of...
SBA Kinder-Choir
Cuteness overload! Members of the Samoa Baptist Academy Kinder-Choir take the stage to perform for the crowd during the school’s Christmas Program on Wednesday evening, Dec. 11, 2024 at the Methodist Gymnasium in Ottoville. When you’re that cute, you can do your own thing on stage and still have...

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