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Tourism recovery moves forward while the Pacific islands fall behind
The Pacific Island Times
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June 27, 2025
Under a clear sky in tropical Micronesia, tourism in Guam and the nearby Northern Mariana Islands is in the midst of a cautious revival. But progress remains uneven, and experts say strategic moves could make the difference between stagnation and...
Over 30 employers to participate in CNMI DOL job fair
Marianas Variety
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THE CNMI Department of Labor invites job seekers to a job fair on July 25 at the Marianas Beach Resort, the former Hyatt, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 30 employers will set up at the hotel, including the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation,...
Lawyer: US immigration law complicated
Marianas Variety
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Attorney Joe McDoulett speaks to Rotarians on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. Photo by Andrew Roberto ATTORNEY Joe McDoulett shared some of his perspectives on U.S. immigration law as guest speaker of the Rotary Club of Saipan at the Crowne Plaza Resort...
Analysis of the 2025 Federal Tax Changes Under the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Legislation
JD Supra - California
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July 8, 2025
Key Takeaways: President Donald Trump signed wide-ranging tax legislation, P.L. 119-21 (the Legislation) on July 4, 2025. The Legislation includes net tax cuts of $4.5 trillion and spending cuts of $1.2 trillion, for a cost compared with current...
Republicans win Senate; race to control House continues: Everything you need to know about US Congress
The Indian Express
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November 6, 2024
Amid the fiery fight for the presidency between Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump — which the latter has won comfortably — there has not been much focus on the race to control Congress.Congress is a crucial...
Purple Heart returned to daughter of WWII veteran, a Marine who helped take Saipan
Chicago Tribune - Illinois
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November 10, 2024
Wounded in the shoulder and ordered to retire from combat, Pfc. Delbert Tuttle refused to leave his fellow U.S. Marines as his unit invaded the Japanese-held island of Saipan during World War II. The son of a central Illinois farmer stayed to run...
OPINION ǀ Truth 125: Change not Chaos & Overreach v Overkill - Equality!
Marianas Variety
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Ambrose M. Bennett THE Truth is Ambrose has been promoting Change & Progress for over two decades, yet my critics want readers to think I’m promoting chaos, as “Protesting is not Chaos, its Progress FOR the People.” I’m just thankful my Op eds...
Guam's final medal haul at 20 as 2025 Pacific Mini Games wrap up
Pacific Daily News
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Guam’s final medal tally was at 20, including four gold, as the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau wrapped up on Wednesday. The island’s athletes are also bringing home nine silver and seven bronze. Tahiti dominated the Pacific Mini Games from June...
Martin Ada wants to improve NMI education
Marianas Variety
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Martin B. Ada FORMER Rep. Martin B. Ada, who is seeking a Board of Education seat, on Thursday shared some of his ideas to improve education in the CNMI. Ada, who also served as chair of the Marianas Public Land Trust, was a second grade teacher...
ISTE+ASCD, day 1: Ethical AI, sunshine committees and chatting with Paul Revere
SmartBrief
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July 1, 2025
Helping parents make friends with AI. Differentiated learning. Workforce culture. Ethics and AI. The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio buzzed with activity Monday as educators engaged in sessions, exchanged ideas and checked out...
Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan celebrates 2nd anniversary
Marianas Variety
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(Special Advertising Feature) — Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan is excited to celebrate its 2nd anniversary, offering guests a variety of celebratory promotions across the resort throughout November. From local staycation packages to enticing...
King-Hinds wins five-way race for CNMI delegate seat
The Pacific Island Times
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November 6, 2024
Kimberly King-Hinds Saipan--Republican Kimberlyn King-Hinds won the five-way race for the CNMI delegate seat at Tuesday's midterm elections. She received 4,931 votes, beating Edwin Propst, (4,067), John Oliver Gonzales (2,282), James Michael...
From Hong Kong to the world: Luen Thai's 60-year legacy of overseas Chinese patriotism and business wisdom
Global Times
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Dr. Tan Siu Lin, founder and chairman of Luen Thai Group Photo: Courtesy of Luen Thai GroupAs the bells of Hong Kong's return to the motherland rang alongside Luen Thai's cargo ships, a 60-year journey unfolded - rooted in Hong Kong, connecting...
EUCON awards third indigenous scholarship to Nicole Marie Hebron Deleon Guerrero
Marianas Variety
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Nicole Marie Hebron Deleon Guerrero, left, with EUCON President Dr. Christian Wei. EUCON photo NICOLE Marie Hebron Deleon Guerrero, a dedicated Chamorro woman from Saipan, has been awarded the EUCON Indigenous Scholarship for the MBA program in...
King-Hinds wins delegate race in CNMI election
KUAM
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November 6, 2024
Republican Kimberlyn King-Hinds dominated the race for CNMI delegate, garnering 40% of the vote. Less than 12 hours after her victory, King-Hinds shared her plans to improve the economy with the media outside her home on Saipan. “The first is to res
House resolution recognizes Saipan Adventure operator
Marianas Variety
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Saipan Adventure LLC operator Mim Ki “Mickey” Kim thanks House members for adopting a resolution that recognized his “outstanding volunteerism and relentless dedication to the CNMI.” YouTube screen shot THE House of Representatives has adopted a...
Castro leads Saipan Senate race after Precinct 1 count
Saipan Tribune
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At 11:40pm, the Commonwealth Election Commission announced the unofficial results from Precinct 1A, 1B, and 1C ballot tabulations. According to the updated results, Rep. Manny Gregory Castro (Ind-Saipan) is leading in the District 3 Senatorial...
Free portable solar-powered table-top fans for Tinian residents
Marianas Variety
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November 3, 2024
(DPW) — The Department of Public Works, Energy Division Office will host its 2024 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Community Outreach Awareness Campaign and Distribution Program to distribute portable solar-powered table-top fans on Tinian. The...
Portable solar-powered table-top fans distribution on Tinian this Saturday
Saipan Tribune
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The Department of Public Works’ Energy Division Office will be hosting its 2024 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Community Outreach Awareness Campaign and Distribution Program to distribute portable solar-powered table-top fans on the island of...
Jerome Diyco claims bodybuilding and classic physique titles
Marianas Variety
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SAIPAN-BORN Jerome Diyco stole the show during the 2025 NPC Guam National Bodybuilding Championship, claiming the overall Bodybuilding and Classic Physique titles at the Royal Rhiga Resort Guam on Saturday, June 21. “After winning both overalls,...