Oceania Palau A new law was enacted to improve support and services for persons with disabilities in Palau, establishing an Office for Persons with Disabilities and requiring the development of a comprehensive national policy
Oceania Palau Palau Atmospheric Observatory marks 10 years of transformative research as scientists confirm the island sits above the world’s primary gateway to the stratosphere, making it a benchmark site for understanding air chemistry in an undisturbed environment
Oceania Palau A wave of online scams is now targeting Palau, with families report growing losses as scammers exploit trust through social media; romance scams are very common cases
Oceania Palau Lawmakers are pushing to establish cattle and goat farms to strengthen food security amid rising import costs and shipping delays; the proposal is criticized for lack of scientific evidence, feasibility plans, and concerns over past efforts
Oceania Palau As demand for better internet coverage grows in Palau, Starlink remains blocked: authorities seek to protect millions of dollars in national investment for internet connectivity, and avoid a financial burden that would fall on taxpayers