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Samoa’s new marine spatial plan protects 30% of the country’s ocean
Mongabay
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June 4, 2025
The Samoan government announced June 3 that it has enacted a law establishing a marine spatial plan to sustainably manage 100% of its ocean by 2030. The country has also created nine new marine protected areas that cover 30% of its ocean. Fishing...
Reopening U.S. Fishing Grounds: What it means for American Samoa
Samoa News
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May 19, 2025
PAGO PAGO, AMERICAN SAMOA — In light of ongoing public discussion regarding the reopening of certain U.S. Pacific fishing grounds, the American Samoa Government (ASG) is issuing this release to clarify key facts, address misconceptions, and...
Governors of American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, and US Virgin Islands see opportunity in Trump presidency
Pasquines
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May 14, 2025
The election of President Trump has caused considerable disruption among many elected officials within the territories. However, many territorial advocates are optimistic that relations with the Trump administration may prove to be beneficial in...
Deep sea mining frontrunner set to sidestep UN oversight — pivots to US
Samoa News
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May 23, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Deep sea mining frontrunner The Metals Company (TMC) has confirmed it will not apply for a mining license through the International Seabed Authority (ISA) in June, instead it will exclusively apply through US...
Governor’s statement on deep sea mining
Talanei
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May 23, 2025
“This is an opportunity that should not be missed-but only if it is pursued responsibly, with transparency, and with the long-term interests of the people of American Samoa at its core.” So says a statement from Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula...
Class of 2025: From a reserved freshman to a confident high school graduate
The Redwood City Pulse - California
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June 3, 2025
Desiree Huffer playing basketball for Sequoia High School. Photo Credits Kimberley Yu.Desiree Huffer, a first-generation immigrant, began her journey at Sequoia High School as a reserved freshman. Four years later, after excelling as a multi-sport...
Interior Secretary defends move to consider seabed mining near Am. Samoa
Talanei
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May 23, 2025
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has defended the Interior Department’s move to consider mineral mining in waters offshore American Samoa. KHJ News Washington DC a correspondent Matt Kaye reports: Interior Secretary Doug Burgum interviewed on Fox...
Off the news: U.S. positioned to rush into seabed mining
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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May 23, 2025
Furthering President Donald Trump’s intent to dig into commercial ocean mining ASAP, the Interior Department is set to evaluate U.S. company Impossible Metal’s request to mine metals in territorial waters off the coast of American Samoa. Last...
15 receive AEPDA certificates from ASCC Automotive Technology Division
Samoa News
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June 3, 2025
Pago Pago - AMERICAN SAMOA A total of 15 community members proudly graduated from the Automotive Engine Performance & Drive Ability course offered by the Automotive Technology Division at the American Samoa Community College (ASCC). The 10-week...
Trump Administration to Evaluate Potential Leases for Seabed Mining of Critical Minerals
Design and Development Today - Wisconsin
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May 22, 2025
The Trump administration said Wednesday that it will consider selling leases to extract minerals from the seabed off the South Pacific island of American Samoa, a potential first step in a wider industry push to allow deep-sea mining that...
Trump Administration Will Evaluate Request to Sell Leases for Critical Mineral Seabed Mining
KNWB - Hawaii
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May 22, 2025
(AP) -The Trump administration said Wednesday that it will consider selling leases to extract minerals from the seabed off the South Pacific island of American Samoa, a potential first step in a wider industry push to allow deep-sea mining that...
US takes a another step toward opening the seabed for mining
Hawaii Tribune Herald
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May 22, 2025
Commercial mining on the miles-deep Pacific Ocean floor came one step closer to reality with an announcement late Tuesday by the U.S. Interior Department that it would evaluate a request from a California-based company to extract metals off the...
World News | Trump Administration Will Evaluate Request to Sell Leases for Seabed Mining of Critical Minerals
Latestly
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May 21, 2025
Washington, May 21 (AP) The Trump administration said Wednesday that it will consider selling leases to extract minerals from the seabed off the South Pacific island of American Samoa, a potential first step in a wider industry push to allow...
World News | Trump Admin Will Evaluate Request to Sell Leases for Seabed Mining of Critical Minerals
Latestly
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May 21, 2025
Washington, May 21 (AP) The Trump administration said Wednesday that it will consider selling leases to extract minerals from the seabed off the South Pacific island of American Samoa, a potential first step in a wider industry push to allow...
April’s Basic Food Index for American Samoa: Egg prices have escalated
Samoa News
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May 8, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Food prices are going up, period. The best clue: “It’s the eggs, stupid!” April’s Basic Food Index (BFI) for American Samoa has experienced an increase of 4.0% from March of this year with the most notable rise in the...
Trump administration may sell deep-sea mining leases at startup’s urging
TechCrunch
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May 21, 2025
The U.S. Department of the Interior said Tuesday it’s beginning the process of selling deep sea mining leases after a request from startup Impossible Metals. The agency said the process would “evaluate a potential mineral lease sale in the waters...
Trump administration will evaluate request to sell leases for seabed mining of critical minerals
North Shore News
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May 21, 2025
The Trump administration said Wednesday that it will consider selling leases to extract minerals from the seabed off the South Pacific island of American Samoa, a potential first step in a wider industry push to allow deep-sea mining that...
Tonga Sign Off In Style With Big Win Over American Samoa
Scoop
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Having conceded twice late on to deny them victory against Vanuatu, Tonga started brightly, looking to finish with a flourish in front of their home fans. Less than three minutes were on the clock when they got the perfect start, Benton Setefano...
Trump’s deep sea mining order condemned by ocean conservationists
Samoa News
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May 19, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — United States President Donald Trump's latest executive order aimed at boosting the deep sea mining industry is a "contemporary militarization of the Pacific region yet again", says an advocate for ocean conservation...
Coast Guard Cutter William Hart Returns Home
Seapower Magazine
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June 2, 2025
A crew member of Coast Guard Cutter William Hart (WPC 1134) embraces his family on the pier at Coast Guard Base Honolulu, May 31, 2025. The crew of the William Hart traveled more than 7,000 nautical miles during their 46-day patrol of Oceania....