Countering the People’s Republic of China’s Maritime Insurgency in the South Pacific

By Jason Lancaster Guadalcanal, the Coral Sea, Tarawa, New Guinea, and Iron Bottom Sound highlight the strategic location of the South Pacific during the Second World War. Today, U.S. and allied preeminence in this vital region is under threat....

These Are the Definitive AW25 Beauty Trends, According to the Runway

While many think that the beauty agenda for each season is set on social media, that couldn’t be further from the truth. It’s the make-up artists, hairstylists and session manicurists on the catwalks of Paris, London, Milan and New York who...

PICRC collaborates with international experts to build capacity of local workforce for coral restoration

Coral reefs around the world are experiencing severe declines due to climate change and marine heatwaves, which trigger widespread coral bleaching and mortality. While many countries are scrambling to cope with these impacts, Palau is in a unique...

Argentina one of 10 countries to vote against UN two-state solution for Israel-Palestine

Argentina was one of only ten countries to vote against a peaceful two-state solution for Israel and Palestine in the United Nations (UN), which includes the disarmament of Hamas. The vote is in line with the Milei administration’s voiced...

Zionist strikes kill 50 in Gaza

GAZA CITY: Zionist military operations killed 50 people in Gaza on Friday, the territory’s civil defense agency said, as the army stepped up its attacks on Gaza City. Zionist entity has said it intends to capture the territory’s largest urban...

A Beauty Editor’s Guide to Rich-Girl Hair on a Real-Girl Salary

Historically, the glossier and more elaborate a woman’s hair, the bigger the bank balance. It wasn’t just style—it was a subtle way of saying, "I’ve got people for that". My first real insight into this expensive hair aesthetic came at a Chelsea...

Pacific calls for ocean to be included in UNFCCC

By Pita Ligaiula in Glasgow Pacific Ocean Commissioner Henry Puna has called on leaders of the Pacific to never give up in global leadership in ocean governance. Speaking at the launch of the Declaration on Preservation of Maritime Zones in the...

 Beyond DemoCrazy: Why It’s Time to Abolish State Governments and Reimagine Local Leadership

Dear Editor, In Palau today, the ongoing power struggle between elected state leaders and traditional chiefs has become more than just a political inconvenience, it has become a costly distraction. Our courts are flooded with disputes about who...

UN overwhelmingly endorses two-state solution declaration that condemns the war in Gaza

Summary UN resolution condemns Hamas and Israeli attacks in Gaza US and Israel criicize resolution as harmful, ‘publicity stunt’ Resolution supported by Gulf Arab states, opposed by US and Israel UNITED NATIONS – The United Nations General...

ORAU 2025 Pollard Scholarship recipients announced

Oak Ridge Associated Universities awarded five William G. Pollard Scholarships of $2,500 each toward undergraduate studies for the 2025-26 academic year. The recipients are Courtney Collins, Brandon Dake, Caroline Ferguson, Kira Palau and Laura...

world UN overwhelmingly endorses two-state solution declaration that condemns Hamas

The United Nations General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly voted to endorse a declaration outlining "tangible, timebound, and irreversible steps" towards a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians ahead of a meeting of world...

How the Arakan Army found its place under Myanmar’s sun

On October 27, 2023, the ongoing civil war in Myanmar took a dramatic turn. Codenamed Operation 1027 after the month and date of the launch, three rebel groups called the Three Brotherhood Alliance launched their first coordinated attack on the...

UN overwhelmingly endorses two-state solution declaration for Israel-Palestine conflict

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. It also condemns the attacks by Israel against civilians and civilian infrastructure in Gaza, siege and starvation, 'which have resulted in a...

Dil Belau contestants champion Youth issues ahead of August 21 Event

By : Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau – The five young women competing for the title of Dil Belau 2025 have officially launched their campaigns, introducing themselves through video messages and kicking off a series of pre-event...

UN Backs Two-State Plan Amid Gaza War, Israel, US Oppose

Home west asia Gaza UN Backs Two-State Plan Amid Gaza War, Israel, US Oppose A resolution endorsing the declaration received 142 votes in favor and 10 against, while 12 countries abstained. Ahead of a key gathering of global leaders, the United...

VA announces mileage-only travel claims through VA mobile app

BY MAUREEN N. MARATITA Journal Staff The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Aug. 12 CHamoru Standard Time that the department will allow eligible veterans to submit and track mileage-only travel claims directly through the VA Health...

OIC: World should now move to carry out measures contained in New York Declaration

The declaration, which calls for a two-state solution and a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, won the UNGA's overwhelming support on Friday Co-sponsored by Saudi Arabia and France, the resolution passed with 142 countries...

UN endorses two-state solution declaration that condemns Hamas

The United Nations General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly voted to endorse a declaration outlining "tangible, timebound, and irreversible steps" towards a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians ahead of a meeting of world...

Alo’s Got a Brand-New Bag! Amelia Gray Hamlin, Candice Swanepoel, and Adut Akech Celebrate the Launch

There’s an undeniable mystique to anything touched by a small cadre of revered fashion figures—those truly deserving of the term ‘legend.’ There’s the legendary photographer Steven Meisel, the legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath, the legendary...

8 Countries Without Army That Are Safe for Vacation

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - While the vast majority of countries maintain armed forces to protect their sovereignty, a small number have chosen a different path. These nations, despite having no standing army, are remarkably safe and are frequently ranked...