Expert: China ‘here to stay’ in Micronesia, will keep using foreign aid to sway nations

The Chinese government’s efforts to sway Pacific and Micronesian nations using foreign aid have grown, and the rising superpower “will not back down” in the face of competition with the U.S. and other nations, according to Professor Denghua Zhang....

Unveiled: ‘Blue lanterns’ climate art in Intramuros

A sea of glowing blue lanterns lights up Fort Santiago in Intramuros, Manila, transforming the historic site into a climate-themed art installation that highlights the urgent need to protect the world’s oceans. Unveiled on May 27, the display...

When will 'Survivor 50' air on TV?

Wednesday is "Survivor 50" cast reveal day! The long-running CBS show is bringing back some of its most notable players for its 50th season, with the cast list releasing May 28. But, with season 48 just concluding its run on CBS a week ago, when...

Guam Taekwondo Center to host poomsae tournament on Sunday at Micronesia Mall

Master Noly Caluag, owner and chief instructor of Guam Taekwondo Center, will be hosting the Master Noly’s 2025 Poomsae (Forms) Tournament from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, at the Micronesia Mall Center Court. Poomsae is a synchronization of...

Tastemaker Fashion: Santacruzan brings a vibrant display of pomp, pageantry, traditions

Women, men and children paraded in royal gowns and traditional Filipino attire, generally referred to as Filipiniana, at the center court of Micronesia Mall on May 24 for the festive Santacruzan. Santacruzan is a Philippine religious and cultural...

Fitness is rooted in traditional CHamoru life

I recently saw the statue of Chief Gadao along the beachside of Inalåhan Bay. I saw the statue of Chief Matapang at Hagåtña before Typhoon Mawar. According to the statues, both of the respected chieftains were very fit. It seems our island’s great...

Meet the LGBTQ+ players & reality TV icons competing on 'Survivor 50'

The cast of 'Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans' is here! Survivor, the long-running CBS reality competition series, has announced the official cast for the show's milestone 50th season, dubbed Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans. Even though...

Hawai’i International Film Festival Names ‘Ky Nam Inn,’ ‘Remathau’ Top Winners at 45th Edition

The 45th Hawai’i International Film Festival wrapped its awards ceremony with a reception at the Halekulani Hotel, distributing $58,000 in prizes across categories celebrating international cinema, Pacific Island storytelling and homegrown Hawai’i...

Navy SEAL takes command of year-old Joint Task Force-Micronesia

Rear Adm. Joshua Lasky greets a Navy corpsman in Limon, Costa Rica, July 22, 2024, Lasky took command of Joint Task Force-Micronesia on May 15, 2025. (Jasmin Aquino/U.S. Navy) A Navy SEAL with a distinguished background in special operations has...

Joint Task Force Micronesia hosts first Change of Command ceremony; emphasizes regional peace, security

Commander, Joint Task Force Micronesia U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Greg Huffman relinquished command to U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Josh Lasky during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz Fitness Center in Dededo, Guam, May 15. Presiding...

Lasky takes helm of Joint Task Force-Micronesia; Indo-Pacom deputy says stakes highest 'since WWII'

The stakes for Guam, Micronesia, and the region are as high as they’ve been since World War II, Indo-Pacific Command deputy commander Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd said at Thursday’s handoff of leadership for Joint Task Force Micronesia. Outgoing...

'I started drinking less and less': Kava popularity grows in Florida as alcohol alternative

Under the muted lights of Mai Kai Kava Bar in Gainesville, coconut cups line the countertop. A few customers pull up tall stools to the bar, unpacking their laptops as they order off the menu. Mai Kai co-owner Erin Hart shuffles behind the counter...

Zen graduates from US music college

Zen Waqavonovono has become the first Fijian to graduate with a Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, USA. Zen was among students from 75 countries who graduated during the college’s 2024...

Micronesian Coalition a bridge to understanding

ENID, Okla. — The local Micronesian Coalition was formed to bridge a cultural divide. Jay Sharp, Great Salt Plains Health Center, Family medicine residency coordinator and Micronesian Coalition vice president, discussed the coalition and the...

Hawaiʻi film about Micronesian experience will be shown at Utah film festival

A Hawaiʻi short film called “The Arrangements,” set in a rough Oʻahu neighborhood, has been selected for the 5th annual Māsima Festival in Salt Lake City, Utah. It's the first time the film will premiere on the continental U.S. after it was...

Yap To Host 4th Annual Micronesia Expo

The State of Yap announced that it will host the 4th Annual Micronesia Expo from July 21–26, 2025. This year marks a special milestone, as Yap becomes the final of the four sister states of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) to host this...

Micronesia Mall to host Valentine's Fest on Friday, Saturday

Residents can celebrate Valentine's Day at Micronesia Mall which is hosting its Valentine's Fest on Feb. 14 and 15. The Valentine's Fest is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 14 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 15 at the center court. There will be...

‘From Europe To The Indo-Pacific: New Zealand Perspectives On Shared Challenges’

Speech – New Zealand Government From Stockholm to Wellington, from the Baltic to Pacific, let us send this message: that while geography may divide us, our values unite us and in that unity lies our greatest strength, says the Foreign Minister in...

‘I started drinking less and less’: Kava grows in popularity across Florida as alcohol alternative

Under the muted lights of Mai Kai Kava Bar in Gainesville, coconut cups line the countertop. A few customers pull up tall stools to the bar, unpacking their laptops as they order off the menu. Mai Kai co-owner Erin Hart shuffles behind the counter...

Cathedral decorations inspired by Micronesian community