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The decision could significantly impact the tourism sector of the Northern Mariana Islands, which accounts for more than two-thirds of the territory's economy.
Officials warned the district’s power system in the US Virgin Islands will remain vulnerable until more generation comes online in 2027.
Puerto Rico’s energy czar is demanding explanations from LUMA after customers reported sharp bill increases, putting the utility’s billing practices under scrutiny.
Ve’ave’a was one of five candidates challenging Delegate Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (R) for American Samoa’s nonvoting seat in the US House.
American Samoa celebrates a historic achievement by winning their first FIBA Women's Polynesian Cup title, showcasing their growing sports prowess.
A video circulating in Puerto Rico has drawn attention to the investigation into the killings of an attorney and a former political activist.
The US plans to auction its first deep-sea mining lease near American Samoa, raising significant environmental concerns.
#Opinion: The @aocchecklist.bsky.social wants to work for a kinder, more just, and thriving nation together.
Deputy United States Ambassador to the United Nations Tammy Bruce called on October 15, 2026, for ending the mandate of the UN Special Committee on Decolonization, arguing the body “has outlived its original purpose” and singled out its yearly hearings on Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico’s House approved a judicial overhaul that would eliminate municipal judge positions and change how administrative judges are appointed. The measure returns to the Senate.
The US government plans to auction deep sea mining leases near American Samoa, raising concerns about environmental impacts and local opposition.
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New data show the Education Department opened about 100 civil rights investigations monthly, down from 310 in 2024, affecting students’ access to protection from discrimination and campus sexual violence.
Guam voters are deciding an election that will reshape both branches of the island’s government.
A former regional Family Department director is seeking $1.35 million, alleging workplace harassment and retaliation by Puerto Rico’s secretary of the department.
The US moves forward with plans to auction deep-sea mining leases near American Samoa, raising concerns among local communities and environmentalists.
Amid ongoing challenges, the US Virgin Islands faces a significant rise in its homicide count, raising concerns over public safety and community well-being.
Champi is the third major storm to affect Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands since April.
American Samoa's government opposes the US plan to initiate deep-sea mining near its waters, raising concerns over environmental impacts.
We've launched the Pasquines 2026 Elections Center, a home for what voters in Guam, the US Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands need before and on November 3, 2026.
Ghana and the US Virgin Islands have reached a new agreement to post educators and healthcare workers to support local communities.
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NMFS proposes updating annual catch limits for spiny lobster in St. Croix and St. Thomas and St. John, using recent stock assessments to… https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/16/2026-21205/fishery-management-plans-of-st-croix-and-st-thomas-and-st-john-spiny-lobster-management-measures
The Puerto Rico government assesses the termination of New Fortress's contract due to alleged gas supply violations and $100 million in additional costs.
The Trump administration's decision to offer deep-sea mining leases near American Samoa raises significant environmental and community concerns.