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A rarely-seen whiplash squid
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A new crowd of deep-sea weirdos and alien-like lifeforms have been captured on camera by scientists exploring the depths of the ocean around American Samoa. The beautiful footage comes from the E Mamana Ou Gataifale II expedition by the Ocean Exploration Trust, NOAA...
wave for KINDNESS
Last week Friday, Samoana High School students gathered in front of the gym for a wave for KINDNESS. Always remember to be kind and stay positive Sharks. Thank you to everyone who participated and the staff that supported — GO SHARKS [courtesy photo]
the weird sisters
Mount Pleasant, MICHIGAN — Republicans, as you’ve probably heard, are being called “weird.” In a quip that launched a million memes, Minnesota governor-turned-VP candidate Tim Walz referred to his right-wing political opposition as “weird people” in a July 23, 2024, interview on MSNBC. Since then,...
"Doggie Wash Day"
Celebrating World Animal Day Awareness at Amona's free "Doggie Wash Day" on Saturday was a huge success.  Pet owners personally washed their dogs, with volunteers on hand to provide assistance. The day was deemed a huge success with pet owners lining up with their pets at the wash stations. [...
KING CHARLES AND OTHERS
London, ENGLAND — King Charles did not need to be asked twice when a guest at his Commonwealth reception, asked him to dance. Freddy Tuilagi, 53, the eldest brother of the famous rugby-playing siblings, choreographed the King’s performance, holding out his arms across his chest and fluttering them...
codel
The bipartisan CODEL greeted this week by Cong. Uifa’atali Amata and Gov. Lemanu P.S. Mauga included Sen. Joe Manchin and Sen. Lisa Murkowski who sit on the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and two of Amata’s House colleagues, also on influential committees: Congressman Wiley...
mass Haka
Auckland, NEW ZEALAND — New Zealand has reclaimed the world record for the largest mass Haka, with thousands packing a major stadium on Sunday for a resounding performance of the traditional Māori routine. Historically a ceremonial Māori war dance, the Haka was intended as a challenge to opponents...
Spawnbreezie and fans
Samoan artist Spawnbreezie and his band were welcomed to the territory where they performed at the Department of Commerce’s Coastweeks Concert at the Sen. Daniel Innouye Industrial Park last Friday. [courtesy photo]
A shared experience for residents and visitors
The American Samoa Visitors Bureau with its partner, the Port Administration hosted the "Around the Island Tour" on the Manu'atele last month. This event aimed to bring the community together to explore the island of Tutuila and foster an appreciation for its natural and cultural significance. It...
Whale breaching in American Samoa waters
Whale season starts in July and can last as late as December, with September and October being its peak months. These phenomenal mammals migrate north to warmer waters once a year to breed. They have already been spotted in the Manu'a islands, Fagaloa Bay, and Vatia Bay. [ASVB photo]

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