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Out-of-state tuition rates can be two to three times higher than in-state rates, adding to existing financial pressures tied to higher costs of living in the territories, limited on-island degree options, and the expense of relocating thousands of miles for school.
US House committee advances bill to guarantee in-state tuition for students from four territories - Pasquines
Legislation that would guarantee in-state tuition rates for students from the United States territories of Guam, the US Virgin Islands, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa advanced out…
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December 26, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Guam's government payroll hits $1 million daily as employees enjoy extended holiday breaks, raising questions about budget priorities.
GovGuam payroll $1M a day as employees get extra holidays
Government of Guam payroll is estimated at about $1 million a day, as employees get a string of days off this holiday season.
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December 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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🌅 Manana si Yu'os 🇬🇺 Guam and 🇲🇵 Northern Mariana Islands! Today is December 27 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️77.56°
🌤️Partly sunny. Warm.
December 26, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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Puerto Rico’s Jenniffer González makes key appointments just before year-end, impacting government's investigative and financial oversight.
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Jenniffer González hace tres nuevos nombramientos a días de culminar el 2025
Los designados a la Comisión de Investigación, Procesamiento y Apelación y el Fideicomiso Pablo Casals comenzarán a ejercer sus funciones de manera inmediata
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December 26, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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Concerns arise in American Samoa as a senior police officer allegedly compromised a drug bust by warning the suspect ahead of time.
A Senior Police Officer Pre-Warned the Target of a Drug Raid - Samoa Global News
The target suspect of a Samoa Police drug raid was pre-warned by a Senior Officer close to the operation. Prime Minister Hon Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt told local media the Officer...
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December 26, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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December 26, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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🌅 Taeao manuia, 🇦🇸 Amerika Samoa! Today is December 26 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️80.55°
🌤️Sprinkles. Cloudy. Warm.
December 26, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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🌅 ¡Buenos días, 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico! Good morning, good morning, 🇻🇮 US Virgin Islands!
Today is December 26 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️73.47°
🌤️Clear. Mild.
December 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Local leaders in the Northern Mariana Islands voice their concerns regarding deep-sea mining proposals, highlighting environmental impacts.
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Guam leaders unite in opposition to deep-sea mining proposal - Marianas Variety News & Views
HAGÅTÑA (The Guam Daily Post) — Leaders from Guam's executive and legislative branches, including the congressional delegate, have joined forces to oppose a federal proposal that could open waters...
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December 26, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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A tourism panel in Guam highlights significant challenges facing the tourism industry, emphasizing the need for cohesive recovery strategies.
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Tourism panel criticizes lack of direction, unity in recovery efforts
Mary Rhodes, president of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association, said the “Guam brand experience” is missing from visitors’ experiences due to a lack of cohesion or proper direction from
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December 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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🌅 Manana si Yu'os 🇬🇺 Guam and 🇲🇵 Northern Mariana Islands! Today is December 26 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️79.83°
🌤️Scattered clouds. Warm.
December 25, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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American Samoa Governor issues revised cost containment measures requiring Chief of Staff approval for hiring and promotions.
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Governor issues revised cost containment measures
Approval of the Governor’s Chief of Staff is required for all hiring decisions, promotions, pay adjustments and transfers under revied cost containment measures issued by Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula....
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December 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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🌅 Taeao manuia, 🇦🇸 Amerika Samoa! Today is December 25 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️77.52°
🌤️Sprinkles. More clouds than sun. Warm.
December 25, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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🌅 ¡Buenos días, 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico! Good morning, good morning, 🇻🇮 US Virgin Islands!
Today is December 25 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️75.65°
🌤️Heavy rain. Fog. Mild.
December 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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The US Virgin Islands Department of Health has introduced a new portal for residents to report food and water safety issues, enhancing public health oversight.
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December 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Residents in Saipan express serious concerns regarding deep-sea mining, highlighting its impact on the Northern Mariana Islands.
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Residents voiced deep concerns about deep-sea mining last night in Saipan. Many spoke in opposition to potential plans for deep-sea mining in the Marianas in an event organized by the Office of the...
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December 25, 2025 at 1:26 AM
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Community advocates argue the prosecutions reflect systemic confusion rather than intentional wrongdoing.
Advocacy grows as Alaska prosecutes American Samoans over voting eligibility - Pasquines
American Samoans living in Alaska are facing criminal prosecution tied to their status as United States nationals rather than citizens, a case that has drawn formal objections from territorial…
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December 24, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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December 24, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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Guam's officials raise alarms over the deteriorating conditions at the Department of Corrections, risking legal jeopardy and public safety.
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'Inhumane': Officials share concerns over deteriorating facilities at DOC
Federal authorities have removed about 20 federal detainees from the Department of Corrections Hagåtña Detention Facility as jail conditions deteriorate, prompting warnings from lawmakers and Attorney...
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December 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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🌅 Manana si Yu'os 🇬🇺 Guam and 🇲🇵 Northern Mariana Islands! Today is December 25 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️79.67°
🌤️Partly sunny. Warm.
December 24, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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Puerto Rico faces significant retail changes with the closure of iconic stores like Sears, highlighting economic challenges ahead.
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Cierre de tiendas en Puerto Rico: adiós a Sears y otros comercios icónicos en el 2025
Algunos establecimientos dijeron adiós al mercado local y otros ajustaron sus operaciones debido a costes operacionales y decisiones de negocios
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December 24, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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The US government supports community resilience projects in American Samoa to enhance development and sustainability.
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State lends support to community resilience projects throughout islands, American Samoa | Big Island Now
The state energy office next year will support the launch of five new Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project initiatives in Hawaiʻi — including two on the Big Island — and American Samoa,...
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December 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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🌅 Taeao manuia, 🇦🇸 Amerika Samoa! Today is December 24 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️82.7°
🌤️Passing clouds. Warm.
December 24, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Governor Lourdes Leon Guerrero calls for equitable revenue sharing for deep sea mining in Northern Mariana Islands, highlighting the local environmental concerns.
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Guam Governor Leon Guerrero: Deep Sea Mining Revenue Sharing "An Insult" to Pacific Islanders
Governor Lourdes Leon Guerrero demands equal revenue sharing for Guam as federal deep sea mining plans advance in Marianas waters. Pacific territories unite in opposition.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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🌅 ¡Buenos días, 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico! Good morning, good morning, 🇻🇮 US Virgin Islands!
Today is December 24 2025.
Today's weather forecast is:
🌡️77.94°
🌤️Passing clouds. Warm.
December 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM