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In just two days, the Helping Babies Hear team has screened 36 children ranging from 1 month to 16 years old, in Fitiuta and Ta’u this week. Of those, 28 passed, 8 were referred for follow-up, and 3 patients will receive more comprehensive care. This week is their last day in Manu’a. If you or...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The sound of Falealili reached Hollywood as Seiuli Dwayne The Rock Johnson opened the world premiere of Disney’s live-action Moana with a traditional Samoan performance at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
Seiuli, who has family ties to Falealili and Aelipata, performed...
Presented by ASTCA in partnership with the Reid Family Group, the America 250 Celebration culminated in a synchronized drone and fireworks production featuring a fleet of 300 drones. The fireworks showcased each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. American Samoa is known as having the highest rate of...
From inspections and plant propagation to permits and traditional agricultural practices, Summer Youth Employment program (SYEP) participants at the American Samoa Department of Agriculture gained valuable hands-on experience while learning about the many ways the Department serves our community....
ASCC students, grab your Health Passport, complete the activities, and earn an incentive while investing in your health. Let's make wellness a priority this July! Here's how it works: You have to be an enrolled ASCC Student. Scan the QR code on the flyer. Download your Student Health Passport....
American Samoa was in full celebration mode all weekend long. Including with a spectacular 4th of July Car Show! From classic rides to community vibes, this FREE event was a great way to bring our people together as we celebrate America 250 in American Samoa. Big shoutout to ASTCA, GHC Reid &...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Released in 1926, the silent film was directed by American filmmaker Robert Flaherty and presented a depiction of life in Samoa.
The work also gained historical importance for helping to popularize the use of the word “documentary” in cinema.
Interest in the feature grew...
Former Bluesky CEO Justin Tuiasosopo with his sister, Talalelagi, and his nieces, all proud natives of Fitiuta, Manuʻa, at the 3rd Pacific Roots Open Mic (P.R.O.M.) They attended in support of the event and the talented youth of American Samoa. P.R.O.M. continues to provide a meaningful platform...
The village of Aua held a community fundraiser last weekend where they gathered in true village spirit to kick off fundraising to build a new fautasi boat — in time for next year’s Flag Day Fautasi Regatta? [Facebook photo]
Last week’s Pacific Islands Foundation Cultural Dance Challenge was a celebration of island pride, community, and the vibrant spirit of American Samoa. In the Taualuga Manaia Category, the CCAS Matuu and Faganeanea Youth won first prize. [Facebook photo]