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ASCC faculty & students informed of contract extension
On Tuesday, the Acting Chairman of the Board of Higher Education, Uta Dr Laloulu Tagoilelagi, informed staff, faculty and students of the American Samoa Community College that the board has decided to extend President Dr […]
New CEO of Hawaiian Airlines makes one day visit
The new CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, Diana Birkett Rakow, arrived in the territory Monday night on a one day visit to the territory. On Tuesday morning she met with Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula and Fono […]
USU Nursing Students Return to American Samoa
The Uniformed Services University (USU) Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing (GSN) has revived its clinical rotation in American Samoa. This reopens a vital training ground for future advanced practice military healthcare providers. After […]
Samoa PM promises to introduce mandatory drug testing
Samoa Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt has promised to introduce mandatory drug testing for all government employees. Samoa Global News Online reports Laauli has vowed to take the lead the war against illicit […]
Better have REAL ID or passport ready before Feb 1, 2026
The Director of Homeland Security Veletagaloa Glenn Lefiti says the $45 fee announced Monday by the US Department of Homeland Security for travelers without valid REAL ID cards or passports will also apply to travelers […]
Christmas Tree Sale Nears End, Funds Local Projects
The Rotary Club of Pago Pago’s annual Christmas Tree Sale is entering its final week, with more than 400 trees and wreaths expected to be in homes and businesses across American Samoa by Saturday. The […]
Dr. Rosevonne Pato will remain as ASCC President for a few months
The Board of Higher Education has decided to extend, for a few months, the contract of the President of the American Samoa Community College, Dr. Rosevonne Makaiwi-Pato. Dr. Pato’s contract ended yesterday, December 1, and […]
VA Director Malologa Lagai put on leave with pay
The Director of the Office of Veterans Affairs, Malologa Lagai, has been put on temporary leave with pay. His services have not been terminated. This is according to Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula, in response to […]
Eight recess appointments to Feleti Barstow Public Library Board
Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula has made eight recess appointments to the Feleti Barstow Public Library Board of Directors. He announced the appointments in a November 26 memo. Appointed for four year terms are: – Maefau […]
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Submit your Letters to the Editor
Many of you requested it and now it’s finally here! Letters to the Editor now has it’s own section on talanei.com. To submit a letter, email Monica Miller. Here are some simple guidelines to […]
The Envelope Culture at the Fono: How Far Have We Drifted From the Sacred Center?
OP-ED By Fuavailili Keniseli Lafaele Talanei’s recent report confirmed what many already sensed: planners of the new Maota Fono dedication discussed giving cash envelopes to Senators and Representatives. Some deny it. Others admit it. The […]
Op-Ed: Eli in the Islands: Reclaiming Meaning in Samoan Governance
By Fuiavailili Keniseli Lafaele When I first watched The Book of Eli, I thought it was a film about faith in a broken world. Only later did I realize it was also a lesson about […]
Obituaries
Honoring Fofo Iosefa Fiti Sunia: A Pioneer of Thought and Service
By Fuiavailili Keniseli Lafaele As American Samoa bids farewell to Fofo Iosefa Fiti Sunia, we honor a pioneer whose intellect and service helped shape our modern political and cultural landscape. Though the transition from U.S. […]
Governor’s statement on end of government shutdown
Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula released the following statement Thursday, November 13, concerning the end of the federal government shutdown. “Today brings welcome relief and renewed strength for our people. With President Trump’s signing of legislation […]
First Lady Lois Pula On KHJ!
The First Lady is selling Christmas Ornaments to help American Samoans with off-island medical care!
