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OPINION Sablan: Independence...back then
Pacific Daily News
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Of course it’s July 4th, America’s Independence Day. But for us on Guam, while we celebrate with those who believe they are celebrating the birth of America and the freedoms it gave to you and me, I want to go back in time and think of the real...
Obituary: Philip E. Amaral (1938-2025)
Newport Buzz - Rhode Island
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July 10, 2025
Philip E. Amaral, 87, of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully at home on July 7, 2025 surrounded by family. Philip Amaral was born in Newport, RI to Manuel Amaral and Teresa (Pennachi) Amaral on March 1, 1938. He went to St. Mary’s and then on to...
What’s the Incentive for Anyone Good to Run?
Kandit News Group
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July 9, 2025
What a time to be alive! It’s in times like these that both journalistic and political careers are forged. Oh, how I remember reading George Smalley’s dispatch from the Battle of Antietam! Or how eager I was for the latest installment of what...
Pacific leaders address U.S deportation distress and regional unity at Micronesian meeting
Island Times
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July 11, 2025
MAJURO (PMN) — The latest wave of deportations of Pacific people from the United States was among a range of issues discussed at the recent Micronesian Islands Forum in the Marshall Islands. The three-day summit brought together leaders from...
2025 Road National Champions index
Cyclingnews
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June 24, 2025
Most of the world's Road National Championships will take place this week, with riders fighting for the special jerseys that they can wear in the upcoming Tour de France or women's Giro d'Italia. Hopeful champions will compete in the individual...
Lithuanian president posthumously honors Fort Stewart soldiers for their heroism
WJCL TV - Georgia
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July 10, 2025
TRAFFIC TRACK 22. THIS MORNING - HONORING THE FALLEN SOLDIERS WHO DIED DURING A MAINTENANCE MISSION OVERSEAS THREE MONTHS AGO. THEY WENT OUT TO RECOVER ANOTHER ARMY VEHICLE DURING THAT MISSION AND DISAPPEARED. IT TOOK DAYS BEFORE THEIR VEHICLE WAS...
PUA fraud defendants plead not guilty
The Guam Daily Post
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Six of the seven defendants accused of defrauding the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program out of $1.9 million pleaded not guilty in the District Court of Guam on Thursday. Charissa Tenorio, Tina Sanchez, Winnie Joe Santos, Frankie Rosalin,...
'Some people may be rushing to judgment': Tenorio says he knew of investigation of his family but did not discuss it
Pacific Daily News
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Acting Gov. Joshua Tenorio on July 3, 2025 talks about the federal charges brought against members of his family and government of Guam employees.Joe Taitano/Pacific Daily News Acting Gov. Joshua Tenorio on Thursday said he did hear that federal...
Taekwondo board breaking tournament on July 6 at Micronesia Mall
Pacific Daily News
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Taekwondo is known for its fast jumping spinning kicks and this Sunday, martial arts fans will get a chance to witness athletes break boards using this technique, according to Guam Taekwondo Center founder and chief instructor Master Noly Caluag....
New officer-in-charge at the helm of Station Apra Harbor
DVIDS - Georgia
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July 3, 2025
SANTA RITA, Guam — Senior Chief Petty Officer Kyle Breen-Tapia assumed command of U.S. Coast Guard Station Apra Harbor from Senior Chief Petty Officer Jeremy Jarvis in a change of command ceremony at the Naval Base Guam Chapel in Apra Harbor,...
Leaders praise Missouri B-2 bomber pilots steering ‘Operation Midnight Hammer’
Houston Herald - Missouri
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July 3, 2025
Operation Midnight Hammer is the kind of mission that Whiteman Air Force Base’s B-2 Spirit stealth bomber pilots have been trained to do. On Saturday, June 20, it was not a drill. Several national media organizations reported B-2 stealth bombers...
PAL to expand Manila-Seattle flights to 5 times weekly starting Nov. 25
Business World
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July 3, 2025
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES (PAL) will expand its Manila-Seattle service to five weekly flights starting Nov. 25 to meet rising travel demand, the airline announced Thursday. The number of flights will increase from the current thrice-weekly service, PAL...
The All Important Pacific Chessboard As Superpowers Circle The Globe! China’s Moves, America’s Missiles, And Fiji’s Fight For Sovereignty
Inventiva
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July 3, 2025
For military giants like the United States and China, overseas bases are more than just simple outposts, they are instruments of military projection, presence, and persuasion. Thus, the global network of American military installations, stretching...
6000 expected for Navy July 4 celebration
The Guam Daily Post
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The U.S. Naval Base Guam is inviting the community to the 4th of July Freedom Rocks festival at NBG-Polaris Point on Friday. An estimated crowd of 6,000 is expected based on previous years' attendance. One of the highlights of the free event will...
Rearview Mirror: Wallabies to puka shells: a collection of vignettes
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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July 11, 2025
In the 1950s, my predecessor, Bob Krauss, had a column called In One Ear. It was a series of short, unrelated vignettes. I thought I’d recreate that today with short pieces that have come across my desk recently. We’ll cover cats, dogs and...
South Korea is the ideal anchor for the first island chain
Atlantic Council
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July 10, 2025
Issue Brief July 10, 2025 • 2:35 pm ET Print this page South Korea is the ideal anchor for the first island chain By Brian Kerg Overwhelmingly, commentary regarding Chinese military aggression focuses on the area known as the “first island chain,”...
LETTER: Why does a 1% business privilege tax cut matter?
Pacific Daily News
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Over the years, our government budget grew to an astounding $1.03 billion, as of 2024. This government serves a mere 166,000 souls, give or take. That folks, is a $7,831 tax burden on every single person currently living here. Regardless if they...
Na’lå’la’ Freedom Fest on July 4 at The Lime
Pacific Daily News
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Everyone’s invited to the “Na’lå’la’ Freedom Fest,” a free and family-friendly event featuring music, local vendors, live art, and more at The Lime from 3 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Guests will be treated to performances by Inetnon Gefpå’go, Teihini...
India Women’s Football Team crushes Mongolia by 13-0
The Statesman (India)
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June 24, 2025
The Indian women’s football team delivered a record-breaking performance with a stunning 13-0 victory over Mongolia in their opening match of the AFC Women’s Asia Cup 2026 qualifiers, held at Chiang Mai Stadium on Monday. This dominant display...
'My client is not guilty': Topasna pleads not guilty in PUA fraud case
Pacific Daily News
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Matthew Topasna, the partner of Lt. Gov. Joshua Tenorio, pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged $1.9 million Pandemic Unemployment Assistance fraud ring on Friday morning. “My client is not guilty,” attorney Thomas Fisher said on...