CNMI SBDC, Saipan Chamber Armed Forces Committee partner to launch Operation: Business Excellence

(CNMI SBDC) — The CNMI Small Business Development Center Network at Northern Marianas College, in partnership with the Saipan Chamber of Commerce’s Armed Forces Committee, proudly announces Operation: Business Excellence, a specialized training...

Steve Coogan's wild life behind the scenes from rock star flings to Saipan

It was the bust-up of bust-ups. The grudge match of grudge matches. The moment where a nation's hopes hung by the actions of two men. And in the end, a lot of hearts were broken – and most of the action took place while we were in bed. The...

Inaugural Match Takes Place at Xi’an International Football Centre

The new Xi’an International Football Centre has hosted its inaugural international matches with China’s National U-23 team facing teams from Australia, Timor-Leste and Northern Mariana Islands. Xi’an International Football Centre’s 60,000-seat...

Local artists honored at Pacific Jurisdictions Artist Fund Celebration

Fifteen artists from American Samoa were recognized Wednesday night at DDW Beach Café as part of the inaugural Pacific Jurisdictions Artist Fund (PJAF) awards. The event was one of several regional celebrations hosted by Creative West, which...

What’s in and out for the new season — big autumn fashion special

Find out what’s heating up (and cooling down) in our weekly barometer of trends from fashion to pop culture.Nude court shoes, long committed to the fashion history books for their association with neatly fitting shift dresses and the conservative...

From Defense to War: What Trump’s rebranding means for Guam and Micronesia

Inside the Reef By Joyce McClure When President Donald Trump directed the Pentagon to rebrand itself as the “Department of War,” many in Washington dismissed the move as symbolic political theater. But in Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Palau,...

Biden’s Final Numbers

Summary The final numbers for Joe Biden’s full term are nearly all in. Here’s our rundown of various statistical measures during his presidency: Inflation roared back, shrinking the value of workers’ paychecks. Consumer prices rose 21.5%. Gasoline...

Who were the early settlers of Kiritimati Island? 

Our Islands Our People By Raque Bagnol Let’s take a trip to Kiritimati Island, also known as Christmas Island, the world's largest atoll. Kiritimati is one of the islands in Kiribati, located about 2,500 kilometers south of Hawaii. The first...

Brain drain crisis in the US territories is a hidden threat to economic stability

In the last 20 years, US territories have faced a serious problem: the loss of population. For instance, from 2004 to 2018, Puerto Rico lost 632,000 people, reaching its lowest population since 1979 at 3.2 million. This “brain drain” crisis is...

4-H Marianas programs highlight leadership and community projects

4-H Marianas members, Gov. David M. Apatang, lawmakers, other officials and community members ushered in National 4-H Week on Oct. 4 at Northern Marianas College. Photo by Andrew RobertoBy Andrew Roberto [email protected] Variety News Staff AT a...

Jewelry workshop connects community to Chamorro culture

From left, April Tumada, Maiden Tumada, and Dre Ogo are Tåddung Håga’, a collective of artists who turn natural materials into Chamorro jewelry. They, along with Bonita Basula, conduct a jewelry workshop, Alahas Di Mariånas, on Saturdays in the...

Astronomical event calendar: Here’s what stargazers can expect through Oct. 13, 2025

The following events can be viewed using a small telescope: Draconid meteor shower set to light up the night sky on Oct. 8 Astronomy enthusiasts in Staten Island and the New York metropolitan area are in for a celestial treat on Oct. 8, 2025, as...

Natives Clinch no. 8 seed with 10-2 win over Phillies

The Natives' Gloyd Martin lines up to pitch against the Phillies during a 2025 Saipan Baseball League game at the Francisco "Tan Ko" Palacios Baseball Field on Monday night. Next Level Media photoBy James Sablan [email protected] Variety News...

Yes, Tomi Lahren, Puerto Ricans are Americans — including Bad Bunny

News flash: Bad Bunny, like all Puerto Ricans, is a U.S. citizen. During the latest episode of Tomi Lahren’s podcast, “Tomi Lahren is Fearless,” the 33-year-old Fox News host had to be reminded of that fact. When the topic of Bad Bunny being named...

Palestine and the Pacific

Why have island nations been so prominent among supporters of Israel? By Nic Maclellan Standing beside Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on 17 September, Fijian prime minister Sitiveni Rabuka declared that “the people of Fiji share a very close...

Daylight saving is here again (for some). What’s it all about?

Save Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Got it Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Hang on, what just happened? If you live in Victoria, NSW, South Australia or Tasmania, you’ve...

How to get certified for scuba diving on Guam

The island of Guam is unique for its cultural, historical, and ecological features. Located in the Pacific Ocean and neighboring the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam is famous for its warm, crystal-clear, waters which are perfect for an array of...

Pacific News In Brief For 1 October

Article – RNZ A round-up of news from around the region, including concerns about rheumatic heart disease in Fiji. Fiji – health A leading doctor in Fiji says rheumatic heart disease prevention needs to be ramped up. Almost one child in every...

Vogue for nostalgia exposes yearning for a time football was more fun

The plot of Saipan might not, on the surface, seem to offer rich material for a full-on movie. The setting is a work trip, nearly a quarter of a century ago. The plot centres on what is basically an argument that could have been an email. The...

Politician Profile: David Apatang

David Apatang (I) has been the governor of the Northern Mariana Islands since July 2025. Before his term as governor, he led a long career both in the army and the public sector. This article is an overview of Apatang’s background,...