August 2017
Court Report
A young man who was convicted of stealing in connection with a store robbery in Malaeimi during which a handgun was used to threaten the cashier, has been sentenced to 28 months in jail.
Tongan King dissolves parliament, calls fresh elections
Tonga's King has dissolved the country's parliament and called for fresh elections.
Pacific News Briefs
AMATA WELCOMES SIGNING OF VETERANS APPEALS IMPROVEMENT ACT
Pacific spin on high fashion
The Pacific Fusion Fashion show (PFFS) is the first event of its kind to be held in Otara's town centre.
GONG SHOW: I’LL DRINK TO THAT…
I no longer drink that much — although I do indulge my 60+ years with an overdose of wine or beer once in a big-while, and of course I’ve quit smoking, it’s going on 4 years now.
THE CONVERSATION: ASG in grave danger of becoming like my 2 year-old
Well this should be an interesting conversation! I think you will see exactly what I mean as we get into it.
What Kind of Leaders are they?
Senate tax bill hearing ends abruptly, sales tax bill incomplete
The Lolo Administration is planning to set up a new sales tax unit at the Treasury Department to specifically deal with enforcement and collection, if the proposed 7% sales tax measure is enacted i
Allegations surface regarding fake invoices for beer shipments
Although there are allegations of a beer importer bringing in large shipments of beer that don’t match the invoice, Treasurer Uelinitone Tonumaipea told a House committee there is no proof, or evid
Midnite at the Oasis
Angie Afo of Angie & The Vibe during the highly successful Midnite at the Oasis in May, this year. Following the success of May’s event, the Samoana Jazz & Arts Festival Board is hosting “M