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Teenagers fight U.S militarisation of Palau with UN complaint over rights violations
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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December 22, 2024
School students in Palau are taking on the United States military with a legal complaint to the United Nations over a “rapid and unprecedented wave of militarisation” in their Pacific island nation. They allege that American military activities...
Palau’s tourism is growing towards sustainability and local benefit
Island Times
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September 13, 2024
By Kederang Ueda The Republic of Palau’s tourism authorities are expanding legislation to protect historic sites and natural environments through outreach with Palau’s local communities to improve tourism policy in the rebounding industry. Tourism...
Letters to the Editor: A love of travel shouldn't ignore its environmental costs
Los Angeles Times
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December 22, 2024
Dec. 22, 2024 3 AM PT To the editor: In her op-ed about the glories of travel, writer Lisa Niver laments lost luggage, missed flights and LAX. She neglects to mention the environmental cost of leisure air travel. She notes the thrill of swimming...
Palau showcases goddess of water on limited edition coin
Coin World
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The legend of Poseidon and his wife Amphitrite are brought to life on a 2024 Black Proof silver $10 coin from Palau. The Ultra High Relief .9999 fine silver coin weighs 2 ounces and features partial gilding to emphasize the nautical nature of the...
This firebrand Indigenous attorney is in the world’s highest court fighting for climate justice
Canada's National Observer
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December 20, 2024
This story was originally published by Grist and appears here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration Julian Aguon wore a dark blue suit and garland made of white coconut fronds, brown hibiscus tree bark, and brown cowry shells. Under the arched...
Coral reefs may not adapt quickly enough to survive climate change
Earth.com
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They say the sea has many secrets, but the intriguing tale of coral adaptation to oceanic temperature changes, amid the impacts of climate change, may not be hidden for much longer. The stakes are high; without swift curbs on global greenhouse gas...
Palau’s iconic marine life a diver’s dream
Stars and Stripes - Washington D.C
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(Photo courtesy of Fish ’n Fins Palau) Palau’s Most Iconic Marine Life - A Diver’s Dream When you think of diving in Palau, certain creatures come to mind right away—Napoleon wrasse, manta rays, dugongs, and, of course, sharks. These animals are...
DCLE Partners with Palau Pledge Dive Club for spawning dive monitoring to enhance Marine Conservation efforts with Palauan Youth
Island Times
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December 17, 2024
Koror, Palau – On November 27, 2024, the Koror State Government Department of Conservation Law and Enforcement (KSG-DCLE) partnered with the Palau Pledge Dive Club to conduct a spawning dive monitoring as part of the Koror State’s Resilient Reef...
UOG research grant to advance Micronesia coastal sustainability
The Guam Daily Post
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The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant is inviting researchers across Micronesia to apply for competitive grants aimed at addressing critical challenges in coastal ecosystems, communities and economies. According to...
A first for Africa: Namibia hosts global leaders to tackle ocean sustainability
The Namibian
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December 17, 2024
Namibia is making history by hosting the 38th High-Level Ocean Panel on Sustainable Ocean Economy at Walvis Bay. The occasion marks the first time this prestigious global event takes place on African soil. The meeting, attended by global leaders...
Palau takes effort to save prized jelly fish to world leaders at COP27
Pacific News Service
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The extreme heat from the climate crisis has killed more than 30 million of Palau’s beautiful, non-stinging jellyfish in its world-renowned Jellyfish Lake, robbing the Pacific country of one of their star tourism attractions, and impacting its...
No State Is Truly Independent if It Suffers Significant Injury Without Consequence—Palau
Inter Press Service
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December 10, 2024
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Climate crisis takes centre stage at Forum Leaders Meeting
The National
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By KALAFI MOALA THE eventful week of the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM) concluded on Friday evening with speeches of thanksgiving, gift-giving fit for royals, and a celebration characteristic of Tonga’s warm hospitality...
Sustainable Travel: Top Eco-Friendly Destinations in the Philippines to Explore
Out of Town Blog
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August 28, 2024
Unveiling the Best Eco-Friendly Destinations in the Philippines More travelers are choosing sustainable travel options to minimize their environmental impact. With its beautiful landscapes and rich biodiversity, the Philippines offers many...
Palau awaits answers on significant Trochus decline amid harvesting debate
Island Times
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September 6, 2024
By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau – The lack of explanation from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and the Environment (MAFE) regarding a significant decline in the semum (trochus) population is causing concern. A recent survey...
Rising temperatures threaten health and economy in Palau, report finds
Island Times
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December 10, 2024
PALAU — Rising temperatures fueled by climate change are posing significant threats to Palauans’ health, livelihoods, and economy, according to the Lancet Countdown: Health and Climate Change 2024 data sheet for Palau. The report shows that from...
How This Indigenous Attorney Fights For Climate Justice
Honolulu Civil Beat - Hawaii
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December 19, 2024
Growing up on Guam, Julian Aguon saw the law used against Indigenous peoples. Now he’s fighting back in the world’s highest court. This story by Anita Hofschneider was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s Weekly newsletter here....
Palau and PNG sign Air Service Agreement
Pacific News Service
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Palau and Papua New Guinea governments signed a bilateral Air Service Agreement on Wednesday, 23 August, 2023. PNG Minister for Transport and Civil Aviation Walter Schnaubelt, and Charles Obichang, Minister of Public Infrastructure and Industry of...
Study: Palau's marine sanctuary protects tuna during spawning period
The Pacific Island Times
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December 14, 2024
By Pacific Island Times News Staff Researchers have found that tuna spawn within the boundaries of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary, suggesting that the secured area potentially provides protection for tuna during key life stages. “This finding...
Palau Customs Expands Outreach and Maintains Border Security Amid Changes in K-9 Program
Island Times
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September 3, 2024
By: Eustoria Marie Borja Palau’s Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP) has long relied on its K-9 unit, established in 2002, to play a pivotal role in drug detection at the nation’s key entry points. On August 30, 2024, the Customs Drug...