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THS students and organizations like the Science Club, Interact Club, Finafinau Club, 4H Club, and Science Department teachers hosted a wave to support Wetlands Month this May. [courtesy photo]
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Perhaps you know that the holiday does not pay tribute to Mexican Independence Day. That’s Sept. 16. You might know that Cinco de Mayo is not widely observed in Mexico (where it’s not a national holiday). And that it’s more an American thing than a Mexican one. Maybe you...
Ending Autism Awareness Month with an engaging Movie Night at the Veterans Memorial Monument, Le Malae ole Lupelele. Hosted by the American Samoa Department of Health Leo o Aiga, this community event featured a family-friendly film screening that celebrates diversity and inclusion, creating a fun...
K5 students of Samoa Baptist Academy stand at attention while awaiting the music for their item during the school’s Samoan Day performance at the Methodist Synod American Samoa’s gym on Friday, April 25, 2025. [photo: faatalanoamedia/LP]
A manaia of 1st Grade performs during Samoa Baptist Academy’s Samoan Day performance at the Methodist Synod American Samoa’s gym on Friday, April 25, 2025. [photo: faatalanoamedia/BV]
A group photo to celebrate the Fagaitua High School student-led initiative with the National Park Service team, celebrating Earth Day this past Tuesday. Students, National Park Services personnel and the FHS Science Department worked together to collect 246 pounds of trash. Small actions add up to...
Lt. Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae, Jr. opening the I’a lapo’a game fishing tournament early Monday morning. [courtesy photo]
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday before passing from this life early Easter Monday. He appeared very frail and had delegated the celebration of the Easter Mass to another cardinal. Though his voice was weak, he blessed a crowd of faithful...
Chief Justice F. Michael Kruse and ASG Treasurer Donald O. Kruse, the eldest and youngest sons of Fritz and Pele Kruse of Leone sharing a family moment during the Flag Day state luncheon. [Courtesy photo]
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — With a notable number of Polynesian players reaching the NFL, Fox Sports Films announced this week a new documentary — Culture of Winning: Polynesian Football Pride, a film spotlighting Polynesian athletes in football. Executive produced by and featuring Miami Dolphins...