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DOH hosted a “Red Wave” in recognition of February as National Heart Month, in support of the Rheumatic Heart Disease Prevention Program and heart health awareness. The Governor showed his support alongside the American Samoa Department of Health and other ASG Departments, Samoana High School HOSA...
A big send off for Miss American Samoa, Tofoipupu Unutoa, and the dedicated MASI team as they begin the journey to represent our islands at the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant in Fiji. Safe travels, confidence, and every success as Tofoi prepares to carry the pride, culture, and spirit of American...
A sea of purple was seen at StarKist Samoa on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 as employees across the territory’s largest private-sector employer wore purple in observance of World Cancer Day. Pictured are Production Night Shift leads with Production Manager Soo Maanaima (back row, 3rd from far left) and...
Washington, D.C. — Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement about World Cancer Day, which is today, February 4th:
“Modern nutrition and health care knowledge have done wonders for our overall longevity and well-being, but cancer remains an especially difficult illness to fully defeat....
“Ignite Curiosity, Inspire Innovation” – Best of Luck to Our Royal Scientists from Faleasao Elementary School displaying their projects today. Cluster K5 - Level 2, Level 1: Ms. Blessing Levu, Level 2: Mr. Eteuati Numera Let’s Go Royal King – O outou māmā na. [DOE Facebook]
A Pacific Imperial Pigeon feeding on fresh leaves at the Alava headrail in the National Park of American Samoa. The pigeon is an important seed disperser in American Samoa’s forest ecosystem. [photo: NPAS]
Puipui Measina would like to thank all the supporters who came out in the rain (the Spirits held off the heavy for a while) to support their Wave on Friday, January 30. Fa'afetai Lava from their Chairman Motusa Nua and especially from Manu'a District Governor and all the Chiefs of Manu'a. [Facebook...
Fagatele Bay in American Samoa has weathered hurricanes, tsunamis, bleaching events and outbreaks of coral-eating starfish — and its reefs have bounced back over and over again, thanks to the tireless work of crustose coralline algae (CCA) paving the way. Fagatele Bay shows that coral resilience is...
Dept. of Public Works cleared debris in Amouli as a result of a landslide yesterday morning. DPW Road Maintenance responded to the landslides and crews made their way towards the east side to continue cleanup and repair efforts. DPW urges the public to drive with caution in affected areas. [...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — (January 24, 2026) Tofoi Unutoa will represent American Samoa at the 2026 Miss Pacific Islands Pageant in Nadi, Fiji bringing a powerful combination of military service, community dedication, and cultural pride to the regional stage.
The 25-year-old from the village of...










![As Miss American Samoa, Tofoi Unutoa carries forward a platform of service and empowerment, and will represent the territory at the 2026 Miss Pacific Islands Pageant in Nandi, Fiji. [courtesy photo] Miss American Samoa, Tofoi Unutoa](https://samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/tofoi_unutoa_0.jpeg?itok=TbGS6-Pr)