OP-ED: The Shriners in American Samoa – A Legacy of Compassion and Care

By Taotasi Archie Soliai For over half a century, the Shriners have been a beacon of hope in American Samoa, embodying a mission of selflessness and service to children in need. Since establishing their presence more than 50 years ago, the...

Police investigate alleged rape of 13-year-old girl

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 15, 2025, authorities received a call regarding a minor who was allegedly raped by a 31-year-old male who works for the victim’s family and who claimed it was consensual. The suspect was later arrested and...

Travel experts share the most beautiful places in the U.S. to visit

When I’m daydreaming about my next big trip, my mind usually drifts to far-off destinations in Europe, Asia, or Australia. But every so often I’m reminded that some of the most beautiful places in the world are actually right here at home. Growing...

American Samoa mourns the loss of one of its finest statesmen

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — High Talking Chief, Fofō Iosefo Fiti Sunia, passed away yesterday, Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the LBJ Tropical Medical Center, surrounded by his family. He was 88. He was the first Delegate from American Samoa to the...

New Travel Guide for American Samoa Marks Major Leap for Tourism

160+ In-Depth Articles Now Live on AmericanSamoaPocketGuide.com, Providing the Ultimate Encyclopedia for Traveling in American Samoa The tourism industry in American Samoa has taken a leap forward with the launch of American Samoa Pocket Guide,...

New Travel Guide for American Samoa marks major leap for local Tourism

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The tourism industry in American Samoa has taken a leap forward with the launch of the American Samoa Pocket Guide, a comprehensive online travel guide created for the U.S. territory. With more than 160 articles...

New Travel Guide for American Samoa

The launching of the American Samoa Pocket Guide, offers the most comprehensive online travel guide ever for the territory. There are more than 160 articles giving travelers a detailed and reliable resource which covers everything from entry...

Food and travel raise inflation in September

The price of everyday food items — from cabbages to corned beef — has surged across Samoa, with Chinese cabbage up more than 34 percent and corned beef nearly 24 percent higher than a year ago, driving the country’s annual inflation rate to 2.8...

American Samoa Showcases Cultural Heritage with Inaugural Paogo Cultural Week 2025

The American Samoa Visitors Bureau (ASVB) proudly marked a milestone for the territory’s tourism and cultural calendar with the successful staging of the first Paogo Cultural Week, held 22–26 September 2025 at Suigaula. Dedicated to honoring the...

When does daylight saving time end? What we know

Daylight Saving Time will end on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, when clocks "fall back" one hour at 2 a.m. Despite past efforts like the Sunshine Protection Act, there is no permanent end to the time change currently in place. President Donald Trump has...

Are American Samoans not traveling to Samoa as much?

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The answer is “YES” — at least for the month of August 2024. American Samoans are not traveling to Samoa as much — according to the latest Samoa Bureau of Statistics travel numbers which show a drop of 60 percent....

What you need to know about travel to the US during a government shutdown

Photo: AASHISH KIPHAYET / AFP Explainer - The US government shutdown is into its second week. If you're planning a trip to the US, how will you be affected? The US government shut down on 1 October over disagreements about funding. While New...

How will the US government shutdown affect American Samoa?

WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington is bracing for what could be a prolonged federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the deadline for funding the government. Republicans supported a short-term measure to fund the government generally at...

NM State Travels to Liberty for Tuesday Tilt

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Coming off the Aggies’ most dominant win of the Tony Sanchez era, the Aggies will make their way to the east coast to take on Liberty in a midweek bout at Williams Stadium. The matchup against the Flames will serve...

Heading out to the beach? Guam EPA warns of 13 polluted beaches

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency warned that 13 beaches on the island were polluted this week. Based on the results of 43 samples taken by Guam EPA on Oct. 9, the following recreational waters were identified to be polluted above the...

Pacific governments monitoring Israel-Hamas conflict

The Hamas attacks took place on Israeli soil, but the “unprecedented invasion” has impacted families around the world, including the Pacific. The Islamist militant group launched a surprise military operation against Israel last weekend, killing...

SPTO Board of Directors Convenes in Vava’u, Tonga

Key Resolutions Passed to Advance Regional Tourism Governance and Strategic Planning The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) Board of Directors convened its annual meeting on Monday, 20 October 2025, at Puataukanave Hotel, Vava’u, Tonga....

Guam EPA warns of 11 polluted beaches

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency warned that 11 beaches on the island were polluted this week. Based on the results of 42 samples taken by Guam EPA on Oct. 2, the following recreational waters were identified to be polluted above the...

Goodbye Social Security payments if you travel to these countries

Every month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) issues payments to all beneficiaries of its program, which exceeds 74 million people. These range from retired workers to individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social...

Port Admin to restrict use of smaller runway on Sunday as courtesy to community

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Port Administration Director Barney Sene has offered a compromise to Faipule Fagaima Larry S. Sanitoa’s request, who on behalf of the many church leaders and their congregations, asked to restrict airport operations...