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Three cabinet nominees submitted for Fono confirmation
The Senate had a brief session Monday. Senate President Tuaolo Manaia Fruean announced that three cabinet nominations were received from the Governor’s Office last Friday afternoon. The three cabinet nominees are Nathan Ilaoa as Director […]
After long break Representative raise many concerns
A long list of concerns were raised in the House of Representatives on the first day of the Second Regular Session of the 39th Legislature. These include the government’s financial status, a plan by the […]
New members appointed to Health Services Regulatory Board
Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula has appointed new members of the Health Services Regulatory Board which regulates health services and practitioners in the territory. Appointed for three year terms are Dr Saipale Fuimaono and Dr Evelyn […]
Treasurer explains impounding of vehicles from China
The Customs Division of Treasury is issuing notices of seizures to the consignees of 32 vehicles which were imported directly from China. The consignees or importers shall have 30 calendar days to file a complaint […]
Right to Democracy offers educational series
A new educational series by Right to Democracy offers an opportunity to look back at American Samoa’s history as the federal government moves forward with proposals to open waters around American Samoa to deep seabed […]
USDOT extends cabotage waiver for Samoa Airways
The US Department of Transportation has approved Samoa Airways’ application to extend cabotage waiver for another 180 days in order to transport passengers, and mail between Tutuila and Manu’a. The airline’s previous cabotage exemption expired […]
NZ visa for Pacific Forum countries allows longer stays
New immigration changes introduced by the New Zealand Government July 6, allowing Pacific Islanders to be issued with a two year multiple entry visa has been welcomed by Samoans and fellow Pacific Islanders. Under the […]
Gold winners in Palau welcomed home
Play Audio Joyful cheers rang out at the airport Thursday night to welcome home American Samoa’s gold winners at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau. The womens softball, womens volleyball and wrestling teams arrived safely […]
Shriners doctors checking children with bone & burn conditions
A medical team from the Shriners Hospital in Honolulu began their free clinics for children under 18 Friday morning. They are checking on children with bone problems, cleft palates, club feet and/or burn conditions. The […]
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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 […]
Op-ed Encore: Proof of Decay at ASGERF
By Fuiavailili Keniseli Lafaele For far too long, the American Samoa Government Employees Retirement Fund (ASGERF) has operated without meaningful transparency or accountability. This op-ed presents my final public statement as a trustee, documenting not […]
Applauding Keniseli Lafaele
Dear Editor, As a retiree member of the American Samoa Government Employees Retirement Fund (ASGERF), I would like to applaud the efforts of Kenisele Lafaele in shedding light on ongoing issues. He has outlined concerns […]
Obituaries
Diane Suvania Niko-Teofilo Obituary
Diane Suvania Niko-Teofilo met her Savior on Friday, March 7, 2025 at the age of 34. She was born on October 23, 1990, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Diane was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, […]
Joseph Nikolao, Sr. 1949-2024
By Johnny Victor Toma Joseph “Sefo” Nikolao was born on March 23,1949, in Moamoa, Samoa. He was raised in the village of Futiga, American Samoa. This was the first village where his parents, Nikolao Filipo […]
HC Afoafouvale Leulumoega Fou Su’esu’e Lutu: Feb 24, 1947-Dec 15, 2023
Download Flyer Here Faamanatuina le Soifua 15 FEPUARI, 2024, 10 P.M. Taunuu lona Sa i le malae vaalele i Tafuna, Amerika Samoa 23 FEPUARI, 2024, 1 P.M. Sauniga Fa’aleaiga (Family Service) EFKAS Fagatogo – Ki […]
