Rüfüs Du Sol To Play London's O2 Arena In May As Part Of Largest European Tour To Date

Photo: Boaz Kroon Rüfüs Du Sol have announced a huge London show for next year. As part of their biggest European headline tour to date next spring, the Grammy Award-winning Australian dance group will take over The O2 Arena on May 13. Support on...

NWS tracking disturbances south of Guam, Halloween looking favorable

The National Weather Service is monitoring computer models that suggest one or two atmospheric circulations could develop across western Micronesia over the next week and a half, but the latest forecasts show any systems would likely stay well...

Pacific faces major aid shortfall as NZ and Western donors scale back - Lowy Institute report

New Zealand is expected to reduce its overseas aid funding by about 35 percent in the next two years, according to Lowy Institue's Pacific Aid Map. Photo: RNZ Pacific / Hilaire Bule A new report forecasts a US$200 million annual shortfall in aid...

Palau Unites for Nationwide Clean-Up Marking 10 Years of National Marine Sanctuary Protection

In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary (PNMS), communities across Palau united for a nationwide Coastal and Community Clean-Up — reaffirming Palau’s enduring commitment to conservation and cultural...

Researchers warn of Qilin ransomware gang after group hit hundreds of orgs this year

The Qilin ransomware gang has emerged as one of the most active cybercriminal operations in 2025, listing hundreds of victims throughout the year that include large companies, local governments and hospitals. In October alone, the suspected...

Why does Rosalía’s song ‘Berghain’ feature a symphony orchestra and German opera?

28 October 2025, 16:44 Rosalía’s song ‘Berghain’ features the London Symphony Orchestra (pictured) and German opera. Picture: Getty Spanish pop megastar Rosalía flexes her classical training, as she teams up with the renowned London Symphony...

Palau Households Face Steady Incomes but Rising Living Costs, 2023–24 HIES Shows

Steady Incomes, Rising Costs: What the 2023–24 HIES Reveals About Life in Palau Palau’s newly released Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES) offers a comprehensive snapshot of the nation’s economic landscape. The data shows that while...

The Malaga roots of Malmö 040, the young Spanish band with a million listeners online

More than 100,000,000 streams on digital platforms and more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify confirm the success of Malmö 040, the Catalan band that continues to grow as one of the most popular Spanish pop rock bands among the younger...

Who are the 70 nominees for Volusia County Teacher of the Year?

Volusia County Schools has named its 2027 Teacher of the Year candidates, starting a process that will conclude in January. The 70 nominees − one from each school or learning center − are vying to succeed the 2026 winner, Jeremy Davies of Spruce...

Angaur to Palau Government: U.S. Military Project Must Benefit Local Community, Not Just Damage It

The Angaur State Legislature has raised concerns that the U.S. military’s Tactical Mobile Over-the-Horizon Radar (TACMOR) project is taking a heavy toll on the island’s infrastructure without providing benefits to the local community. In a letter...

NWS: Easterly trades persist, some showers throughout region

Easterly trades persist for the Marianas, while more disturbed weather is found throughout Micronesia from an intertropical convergence zone, ITCZ, and passing surface troughs, the National Weather Service said. The Marianas sits in a quiet area...

Cultivating health: Palau’s fields bring the Healthy Islands vision to life

Palau Revives Traditional Farming in the Spirit of the Healthy Islands Vision Palau is returning to its roots — literally — as farmers like Jauna Rengulbai lead a quiet revolution in food security and health. Supported by government initiatives...

IFF Appoints Brett Icahn and Richard Mulligan To Board of Directors

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, has appointed Brett Icahn and Richard Mulligan, Ph.D., to its board of directors, effective Oct. 20. The appointments follow the company’s previously disclosed...

A Letter Across Time: Austrian Traveler Fulfills 40-Year Dream to Visit Palau

A 40-year-old letter from the Palau Tourist Commission inspired Austrian traveler Wolfgang Weitlanger to visit Palau — a dream that finally came true this week. By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau — October 21, 2025 “I kept that letter all these...

Ngaraard governor hopefuls take public questions in open forum

Ngaraard’s four gubernatorial contenders — including the incumbent and a former governor — faced their voters in an open forum on October 25, discussing key issues such as leadership unity, housing, and the TACMOR project. All four are running as...

DMP Brings the Spirit of Solomon Islands Reggae to Palau

Born from a brotherhood in Honiara, the Solomon Islands’ Doorman’s Project (DMP) has evolved from humble beginnings into one of the Pacific’s most influential reggae bands. With members Bradley, Evin, Arak, and DJ Victor Lopez bringing their...

Balancing Gaming Tourism and Island Sustainability: Finding harmony in paradise

28-10-2025 Business Canarian Weekly Photo Credit: Freepik Gaming tourism has emerged as one of the fastest-growing niches in the travel industry, with a remarkable 37% increase in dedicated gaming trips since 2023. As of early 2025, this sector...

Maneran Galaide Leads Guam’s Charge at 2025 Micronesian Cup in Palau

By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau– “The competition was intense, but what stood out most was the respect and spirit shared between every crew out there,” said a paddler from Guam’s Maneran Galaide, capturing the spirit of the 2025 Micronesian Cup,...

DMP Rocks Ngermalk Park with explosive performances and rising local talent

By Faith Chen KOROR, Palau— “I had one of the best times of my life,” said local rapper Matthew Tadao, known as Mad Matt, capturing the electric energy of the DMP concert that lit up Ngermalk Park, also known as Long Island Park, on Saturday...

United Nations Celebrates UN Day 2025 in Palau with Open House Event

The United Nations marked UN Day 2025 in Palau with an Open House at the Small Grants UN Office in Koror, bringing together partners, stakeholders, staff, and young media professionals to recognize the UN’s work across Micronesia. The event opened...