Pacific Island Times

02/06/2026

Saipan--The Office of the Attorney General is asking the CNMI Superior Court to throw out the settlement that cleared former governor Ralph Torres, arguing the deal was unauthorized and illegally granted him broad immunity.

Saipan--The Office of the Attorney General is asking the CNMI Superior Court to throw out the settlement that cleared former governor Ralph Torres, arguing the deal was unauthorized and illegally granted him broad immunity.

01/06/2026

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28/05/2026

For nearly five decades, Jack Niedenthal has lived and worked across Micronesia and the Marshall Islands—as a Peace Corps volunteer, teacher, government advisor, filmmaker, journalist, and advocate for the people of Bikini Atoll. In "The Pacific Way," he brings together a powerful collection of reflections, essays and personal stories that explore the beauty, contradictions and enduring spirit of Pacific island life.
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For nearly five decades, Jack Niedenthal has lived and worked across Micronesia and the Marshall Islands—as a Peace Corps volunteer, teacher, government advisor, filmmaker, journalist, and advocate for the people of Bikini Atoll.

27/05/2026

The Guam Power Authority’s proposal for a fuel recovery surcharge increase is now with the Public Utilities Commission for final action following the Consolidated Commission on Utilities' approval on Tuesday.
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The Guam Power Authority’s proposal for a fuel recovery surcharge increase is now with the Public Utilities Commission for final action following the Consolidated Commission on Utilities' approval on Tuesday.

26/05/2026

Koror-- Palau Solar Corp. has completed its first solar panel installation at the governor's house on Angaur Island, with more installations set to follow this year as the nation seeks to pick up speed on its shift to green energy.

Koror-- Palau Solar Corp. has completed its first solar panel installation at the governor's house on Angaur Island, with more installations set to follow this year as the nation seeks to accelerate its shift to green energy.

26/05/2026

As we move further into 2026, artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept. It is already reshaping industries, healthcare, communications, economies and national security around the world. Modern life increasingly depends on semiconductors, the small but powerful chips that drive everything from advanced medical tools and data systems to transportation and defense technologies.

By strengthening cooperation in technology, trade, education, and innovation, Taiwan, Guam, and the United States can continue working together to support a secure, prosperous, and open Indo-Pacific region.

25/05/2026

“Recovery cannot mean simply rebuilding what was already vulnerable. It must mean building stronger , securing real relief, and ensuring our people are not forgotten after the national spotlight moves on."

By Jayvee Vallejera The U.S. Congress must help the Northern Marianas rebuild toward long-term resilience by recalibrating obstructive federal policies, according to CNMI Del. Kimberlyn King-Hinds.“Recovery cannot mean simply rebuilding what was already vulnerable. It must mean building stronger ,...

22/05/2026

A film by Pleasant Island Productions, "Far End of the Sea" is a heartwarming drama that navigates conflicts, love and compassion. It follows the unlikely bond that develops overnight between two strangers from different backgrounds who speak different languages.

Nauru’s first short feature film, "Far End of the Sea," which premiered on May 15, has been officially released on YouTube.

22/05/2026

Saipan- The Commonwealth Utilities Corp. is proposing to resort to borrowing amid its depleting cash and fuel reserves as the CNMI struggles to recover from Typhoon Sinlaku while reeling from the impact of war in Iran.

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Saipan- The Commonwealth Utilities Corp. is proposing to resort to borrowing amid its depleting cash and fuel reserves as the CNMI struggles to recover from Typhoon Sinlaku while reeling from the impact of war in Iran.

22/05/2026

he Public Utilities Commission has approved the Guam Power Authority’s request for the establishment of up to $70-million line of credit to help manage fuel cost increases triggered by global fuel market volatility amid the Iran conflict that disrupts the movement of fuel supply.

On Thursday, GPA also petitioned the Consolidated Commission on Utilities for a LEAC increase, from approximately 13.6 cents per kilowatt-hour to 19.4 cents per kilowatt-hour.

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The Public Utilities Commission has approved the Guam Power Authority’s request for the establishment of up to $70-million line of credit to help manage fuel cost increases triggered by global fuel market volatility amid the Iran conflict that disrupts the movement of fuel supply.