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A stunning moment captured along the Pola Trail in the National Park of American Samoa. Towering trees form a lush canopy overhead, providing welcome shade for hikers. If you're planning a visit to the park, this trail is a must-see and deserves a spot on your bucket list. [courtesy photo]
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Samoan chef Henry Lafi Onesemo has taken out New Zealand’s top chef title, with judges praising the way he brings his culture and traditions to the fine-dining table.
The TALA chef is being recognized for bringing Samoan culture, tradition, and hospitality to fine dining...
ROVs are in the water and making their way to the seafloor for the first Okeanos dive of the 2026 American Samoa ROV + Mapping Exploration expedition! Yesterday’s dive explored the crater and rim of a seamount south of Rose Atoll, starting at a depth of 2,480 meters (1.5 miles). [photo: Okeanos...
The American Samoa Council on Art, Culture, & Humanities is bringing SolFa — Pacific Island music on strings — to American Samoa! And yes… this will be a BLACK & WHITE AFFAIR! Make it a night to remember with your family, team or company. Tickets are available at the Arts Council office. ...
A warm Mālō lava ma fa’afeiloa’i to all returning families and a special welcome to new students and families! It’s a brand-new back to school journey filled with learning, laughter, friendship, discovery, and lots of fun! To our little learners: Come ready to learn, play, explore, and GROW! [...
U.S. Sailor and Master-at-Arms Ray Saaga Asuega served in the Navy for 16 years, and his service and memory will be treasured and honored. He is one of our own from American Samoa and is truly among our Toa o Samoa. Ray was a devoted family man, and they knew him best as a wonderful son, brother,...
Bishop Toilolo and the amazing Elders of Auto Ward of the Church of Latter Day Saints taking the time to come out to assist with the landscaping at Fagaitua High School — getting it ready for first day of school, this coming Monday, August 24. [Facebook photo]
Congratulations and well done to the 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program participants from the American Samoa Language Commission office. Pereise, Jesstine, Carla, and Hana’s efforts toward a prosperous future for families are truly wonderful and admirable. Well done on your hard work and...
It's VAX for school time before your child goes back to school next week! Come on down to Suigaula Utulei Beach from 8am - 12 noon, today, August 19, 2026! The DoH’s wonderful most experienced nurses are there and ready to help you and your child. The DoH also has other information to share about...
Earlier this week, National Geographic’s remote underwater cameras recorded an endangered leopard shark in Samoan waters. It was an "incredibly exciting and rewarding for the entire team," shares Pristine Seas scientist Jett Walker." Leopard sharks are rarely documented in this part of the Pacific...