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American Samoa mourns the loss of one of its finest statesmen
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — High Talking Chief, Fofō Iosefo Fiti Sunia, passed away yesterday, Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the LBJ Tropical Medical Center, surrounded by his family. He was 88. He was the first Delegate from American Samoa to the...
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American Samoa looks at food safety gaps
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — As reported earlier, on June 16, Governor Pulaali’i N. Pula called an emergency meeting to address concerns regarding food and agricultural practices. This discussion was crucial in understanding the importance of food...
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American Samoa confronts food safety gaps
On June 16, Governor Pulaali’i Nokolao Pula (R) called an emergency meeting in Pago Pago, the capital of American Samoa, to address concerns regarding food and agricultural practices. This discussion was crucial in understanding the importance of...
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Happy White Sunday to all the children of American Samoa!
In his message for White Sunday, Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula says, “This special day reminds us of the joy, innocence, and boundless love that children bring into our lives. Children are the heart of our families, the light of our future, and a...
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New Fono building set for official inauguration on Thanksgiving Friday
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — After nearly a decade of on-and-off construction, the long-awaited Fono building is finally scheduled to be officially inaugurated on Friday, November 28, the day after Thanksgiving. This milestone was confirmed during...
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Egg prices return to normal in 3rd quarter of 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Despite the inflation rate for American Samoa (1. 7%), being one point higher than it was last quarter, eggs have returned to their regular prices following a shortage that had previously caused prices to spike to $6...
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Robbery suspect caught on store camera system
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 31, 2025, the Leone Police Station (LPS) received a call from a store cashier in Puapua requesting assistance after an alleged robbery. Authorities were not able to locate the suspect, but he was later charged...
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LBJ nurse reports alleged disturbance in the ER
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 30, 2025, the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) received a call from an LBJ nurse, who requested assistance regarding a patient who was allegedly causing a disturbance in the ER. The suspect was later arrested and...
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Genetic studies in American Samoa could impact other Pacific communities
"Energy in, energy out” used to be the common wisdom about staying healthy and active, but researchers are finding that genes play a key role in the risk for conditions like obesity and diabetes. A gene variant found in Pacific Islander...
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Why do Australia play in Asia and not Oceania?
Australia compete in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) after quitting the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) in 2006 in order to simplify their path to World Cup qualification. At the time, the best team in Oceania qualifying had to face a...
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Trump administration budget cuts hit United States territories hardest
The Trump administration is one of the most unprecedented presidential administrations to date. From the elimination of widespread government organizations to the issuance of a laundry list of executive orders, the Trump Administration is...
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Gateway trustees approve new partnership, faculty and launch theological journal
Contributed photo. Gateway's executive team (left to right): Jeff Jones, Pam Goytia, Adam Groza, Alex Stewart, Kristen Ferguson and Tom Hixson, following the trustee meeting. PORTLAND, Oregon — Trustees of Gateway Seminary approved the...
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Want a Reliable Job in Billings? USPS Is Hiring
If you’ve been considering a new job, or know someone who could use a steady paycheck with real benefits, the United States Postal Service is opening its doors to local applicants. A hiring event is coming to Billings, and it’s designed to make...
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New Travel Guide for American Samoa Marks Major Leap for Tourism
160+ In-Depth Articles Now Live on AmericanSamoaPocketGuide.com, Providing the Ultimate Encyclopedia for Traveling in American Samoa The tourism industry in American Samoa has taken a leap forward with the launch of American Samoa Pocket Guide,...
New Travel Guide for American Samoa marks major leap for local Tourism
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The tourism industry in American Samoa has taken a leap forward with the launch of the American Samoa Pocket Guide, a comprehensive online travel guide created for the U.S. territory. With more than 160 articles...
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American Samoa’s Teacher of the Year a finalist in national competion
Washington, D.C. — Uifa’atali Amata was delighted to welcome 2025 American Samoa Teacher of the Year Mikaela Saelua, accompanied by her parents, Rep. Fiu and Catherine Saelua, on her Teacher of the Year visit to Washington, D.C., where Mikaela...
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Voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia set to depart on next leg of voyage in Pacific
Hōkūleʻan and Hikianalia departure from Bora Bora earlier this year. PC: Polynesian Voyaging Society / Michael Wilson As part of the Moananuiākea Voyage, the Polynesian Voyaging Society reports that voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will...
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To Plunder the Abyss: Revived US Deep-Sea Mining Ambitions Meet Fierce Pacific Opposition
The US push for deep-sea mining, framed as national security against China, risks permanent environmental damage and ignores the emphatic opposition of the people of American Samoa. — July 1970. The Cold War is thawing, but far from over; the...
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