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Celebration hits high note

Celebration hits high note

Christmas celebrations in the Marshall Islands saw various singing and biit (dance) performances come to life last week in the Christian churches. Local chapters came decked with colorful uniforms and unique designs. Voices were blasted to the maximum with harmony and melodies. As the biits went into motion, dancers were seen ecstatically leaping, gliding, bending, […]

Diplomats join Santa team

Diplomats join Santa team

The diplomatic community was out in force for the annual Christmas Parade last Saturday, joining with numerous businesses, Majuro Atoll Local Government and the Marshall Islands Chamber of Commerce. Taiwan Ambassador Steve Hsia, US Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Lance Posey and Australian Ambassador Paul Wilson were all seen happily handing out goodies to children […]

Christmas lights spark big turnout

Christmas lights spark big turnout

For the first time, the annual Christmas lighting hosted by Mejerik Club was at the Jeṇrōk track and field last week. Multitudes of onlookers flooded the area eager to witness the illumination of the Christmas lights. Christmas carols were sung by Majuro Baptist Christian Academy and Marshall Islands High School. Midway the program, rain came […]

Christmas time in the city

Christmas time in the city

Christmas time is underway in the Marshall Islands. Stores are playing Christmas music, V7AB is playing holiday tunes, and decorations are going up all around town. So far, Majuro Atoll Local Government has the most impressive display of lights. Meantime, last week Ministry of Works employees were out adorning the street lights along Amata Kabua […]

Meet Dr. Delson

Meet Dr. Delson

A new Marshall Islands doctor was welcomed into the medical community for service to the RMI last week. Dr. Delson Benjamin was honored for completing his internship training program, which followed his graduation from medical university in Taiwan. He is the 12th doctor to graduate from Taiwan’s Ishou University.He was recognized by Health Secretary Francyne […]

Fabulous fans in Majuro

Fabulous fans in Majuro

At basketball games in Majuro, the crowd is sometimes more interesting than what’s going on court side. At last week’s elementary, middle and high school championship games at the ECC gym, the adoring fans turned out with creative posters and signs that definitely would have gotten them their moment of TV fame at any NBA […]