. Claims and counter claims on drug usage within the government of the NMI News: Northern Mariana Islands Posted on: Mar 10, 2025 Share this News Claims and counter claims on drug usage within the government of the NMI GUALO RAI, Saipan — How prevalent illegal drug use in the business community of the Northern Mariana Islands is uncertain.
. New businesses aim to please the senses through their offerings News: Guam, Palau Posted on: Mar 10, 2025 Share this News New businesses aim to please the senses through their offerings The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in the islands of Micronesia. Palau adds to its inventory through a creative business at the Koror Recycling Center and Guam sees a successful bakery business add another location yet again.
. Amphetamines and THC lead drugs in Guam’s workforce News: Guam Posted on: Mar 10, 2025 Share this News Amphetamines and THC lead drugs in Guam’s workforce On Guam the use and possession of illicit drugs has become a widely publicized issue. Of more than 200 magistrates complaints filed in the Superior Court of Guam in 2025, approximately a third of defendants were charged with possession of controlled substances.
. What lies beneath: Chuuk Lagoon needs more oil clearance News: Federated States of Micronesia, Japan Posted on: Mar 10, 2025 Share this News What lies beneath: Chuuk Lagoon needs more oil clearance WENO, Chuuk — Experts in Chuuk are warning that the state — and a vast swathe of the central Pacific — are at growing risk of an environmental catastrophe should the oil tanks rupture in one or more of the Japanese transport vessels that still litter the floor of the lagoon.
. The road to revival: Streamlining business and celebrating CHamoru culture News: Guam Posted on: Mar 10, 2025 Share this News The road to revival: Streamlining business and celebrating CHamoru culture Two new legislative committees aimed at addressing critical issues facing the island —modernizing outdated business laws and revitalizing Guam’s struggling tourism industry — have been established by Sen. Frank Blas Jr., speaker of the 38th Guam Legislature.
. Weighing in: Palau’s medical services News: Palau Posted on: Mar 10, 2025 Share this News Weighing in: Palau’s medical services In a move to enhance healthcare services, Palau and the Philippines have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on medical programs, training, and digital health initiatives.
. Starlink expands to Kosrae State and United Airlines News: Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands Posted on: Mar 08, 2025 Share this News Starlink expands to Kosrae State and United Airlines Starlink services are now in Kosrae state of the Federated States of Micronesia, expanding the satellite-based internet provider.
. GEDA-GPA’s $35.4 million agreement; GEDA CEO resigns News: Guam Posted on: Mar 06, 2025 Share this News GEDA-GPA’s $35.4 million agreement; GEDA CEO resigns The Guam Economic Development Authority’s CEO, Melanie Mendiola, resigned shortly after the announcement of GEDA’s and the Guam Power Authority’s $35.4 million intergovernmental subgrant agreement for power infrastructure development in Mangilao.
. Military per diem increases to $179 boding well for the hotel industry News: Guam Posted on: Mar 05, 2025 Share this News Military per diem increases to $179 boding well for the hotel industry According to Journal files, the $159 military per diem for Guam has not changed since 2009, when then-Congresswoman Madeleine Bordallo sought an increase.
. DoD making moves on civilian employees amidst Guam vacancies News: Guam Posted on: Mar 04, 2025 Share this News DoD making moves on civilian employees amidst Guam vacancies The U.S. Department of Defense is asking all “civilian employees” to complete the now infamous email that asks, “What did you do last week?”