By Journal on July 12, 2024
42nd annual Fisherman's Day, Atjang Memorial Trophy, Baron Bigler, Carnie Reimers, Chewy Lin, Francis deBrum, Hangloose, Kirtake, Larry Hernandez, Larry Hernandez III, Leipuakenikeni Hernandez, Li-Manbwine, Ronnier Reimers, Stephen Clark Jr., Travis Clark
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The 42nd annual Fisherman’s Day Marshalls Billfish Club tournament saw plenty of fish caught during the two days of fishing. Seven qualifying marlin were caught, including the winner by Captain Ronnie Reimers on Kirtake at 307 pounds. A total of 17 qualifying wahoo and tuna were caught, including the wahoo winner of 44 pounds by […]
By Journal on July 5, 2024
Antonio Guterres, John Silk, Pacific Islands Forum, Tonga, UN RMI Ambassador, United Nations
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Marshall Islands UN Ambassador John M. Silk presented his diplomatic credentials to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on June 19 at the United Nations in New York City. Accompanied by spouse Mary Silk, Ambassador Silk’s presentation marks the formal start of his posting to represent RMI at United Nations Headquarters and throughout the UN system. Following […]
By Journal on June 28, 2024
FIBA-certified, Hilary Hosia, Jubilee Kuartei, Micronesian games, Palau
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The intensity vibe shown in this photo between coach and players is rare. Uniquely, the head coach of the Palau men’s team at the Micronesian Games was a woman, Jubilee Kuartei, a long-time player, coach and the only FIBA-certified female referee in the Micronesia region. The level of undivided attention is proof of her unique […]
By Journal on June 21, 2024
Dai Nippon Construction, David Kramer, Hilary Hosia, Hilda Heine, Japan funded, Japan International Cooperation Agency, Jerry Kramer, Katoj Park, Kazunari Tanaka, Ono Yukari, Thomas Heine, Yachiyo Engineering Company
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WILMER JOEL A groundbreaking for a new water reservoir funded by Japan, a project worth over $13 million, was held last Friday next to Katoj Park. In a statement from the Japanese Embassy, the project “contributes to securing clean and stable water supply and enhancement of resilience to climate change and natural disasters in the […]
By Journal on June 14, 2024
Brenda ALik, Chewy Lin, Claret Chong Gum, Hawaii News Now TV, Jess Gasper Jr., Lanny Kabua, Pacific Festival of Arts, Susan Jieta
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The latest edition of the Pacific Festival of Arts opened in Hawaii this past weekend, with the large Marshall Islands delegation joining two dozen other islands at the opening festivities. The opening event was held at the Stan Sheriff Center at the University of Hawaii. Marshall Islands delegation featured Miss Marshall Islands Claret Chong Gum, […]
By Journal on June 7, 2024
Antari Elbon, Caroline Reid, Danyia Note, MOCIA, Paul Wilson, Save Filolita, Wisely Zackhras, WUTMI
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The Marshall Islands is receiving a boost from Australia for hosting an important regional women’s conference in Majuro in late July. Australia is providing $100,000 to the Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs (MOCIA) and Women United Together Marshall Islands (WUTMI) to support WUTMI’s participation at the upcoming Triennial Conference of Pacific Women – scheduled […]
By Journal on May 31, 2024
Billy Paguiligan, Bobby Muller, Lojamwe weto, Pacific International Inc., US Federal Aviation Administration
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The large-scale airport paving and improvement project is expected to get underway in late July or early August, according to contractor Pacific International Inc. PII since early this year has been mobilizing its equipment and facilities in anticipation of the airport work. A large asphalt plant has been set up a mile to the west […]
By Journal on May 24, 2024
Adult Basic Education Program, Assumption High School, College of the Marshall Islands, Delap Seventh Day Adventist, Ennibur High School, Jaluit High School, Jason Sam, Kwajalein Atoll High School, Laura High School, Life Skills Academy, Majuro Baptist Christian Academy, Majuro Cooperative School, Marshall Islands High School, Marshalls Christian High School, Meyar Laukon, Meyar Margaret Laukon, Northern Islands High School, Wilmer Joel
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WILMER JOEL Putting together a graduation ceremony requires careful planning and preparation. Graduates and ushers at the College of the Marshall Islands gathered for the first graduation rehearsal last Friday. Meyar Margaret Laukon, associate dean of equity and engagement, and Jason Sam, coordinator of fitness, recreation, and sports, oversaw the practice. Each usher was assigned […]
By Journal on May 17, 2024
Ota Kisino, Shuang Ho Hospital, Steve CC Hsia, Taiwan Global Medical Instrument Support and Service Program
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An increasing number of patients in RMI are being diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer while the sole colonoscopy system at Majuro hospital has been non-operational for months, impacting the capacity for clinical diagnosis and treatment, reports the Ministry of Health and Human Services. In response to this urgent healthcare need, Taiwan’s Shuang Ho Hospital and Majuro […]
By Journal on May 10, 2024
Carl Ingram, Hilda Heine, Ingrid Kabua, John Silk, Mary Silk, United Nations
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New RMI Ambassador John Silk was sworn into office last week Thursday. Chief Justice Carl Ingram and Clerk of Courts Ingrid Kabua performed the ceremony while Silk’s wife Mary held the Bible. There was a big turnout of VIPs, including President Hilda Heine, family and friends at the Nitijela Conference Room. Silk is scheduled to […]