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It's the small island-nations in the Pacific Ocean that suffer most from climate change: On the Marshall Islands, on Palau and other Micronesian islands, people are faced with steadily rising sea levels. Coasts are eroding and drinking water is becoming scarce. But the world is barely aware of the problem. In this island paradise, a fight against time has begun.
The Federated States of Micronesia is an independent, sovereign island nation, made up of four states from west to east: Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei and Kosrae. It comprises approximately 607 small islands in the Western Pacific spread over almost 1700 miles (2700 km) longitudinally just north of the equator some 2500 miles (4000 km) southwest of the main islands of Hawaii and about 1800 miles (2900 km) north of eastern Australia, lying northeast of New Guinea, south of Guam and the Marianas, west of Nauru and the Marshalls, and east of Palau and the Philippines. While the FSM's total land area is quite small, amounting to approximately 270 square miles (700 km2), it occupies more than 1000000 square miles (2600000 km2) of the Pacific Ocean. The capital is Palikir, the largest city Kolonia, both on Pohnpei. Each of its four States is centered around one or more main high islands, and all but Kosrae include numerous outlying atolls. The Federated States of Micronesia is spread across part of the Caroline Islands in the wider region of Micronesia, which consists of thousands of small islands divided between several countries. The term Micronesia may refer to the Federated States or to the region as a whole. The FSM was formerly a part of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands (TTPI), a United Nations Trust Territory under US administration, but formed its own constitutional government on May 10, 1979, so becoming a sovereign state after independence was attained on November 3 ...
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For Bookings: www.asiatravel.com For More Video: book.asiatravel.com Palau /pəˈlaʊ/ (help·info), officially the Republic of Palau (Palauan: Beluu er a Belau), is an island nation in the Pacific Ocean, some 500 miles (800 km) east of the Philippines and 2000 miles (3200 km) south of Tokyo. Having emerged from United Nations trusteeship (administered by the United States) in 1994, it is one of the world's youngest and smallest sovereign states. In English, the name is sometimes spelled Belau in accordance with the native pronunciation. It was formerly also spelled Pelew.[3] Palau's most populous islands are Angaur, Babeldaob, Koror, and Peleliu. The latter three lie together within the same barrier reef, while Angaur is an oceanic island several miles to the south. About two-thirds of the population live on Koror. The coral atoll of Kayangel is situated north of these islands, while the uninhabited Rock Islands (about 200) are situated to the west of the main island group. A remote group of six islands, known as the Southwest Islands, some 375 miles (600 km) from the main islands, are also part of the country and make up the states of Hatohobei and Sonsorol. [edit] Climate Palau enjoys a tropical climate all year round with an annual mean temperature of 82 °F (28 °C). Rainfall can occur throughout the year, averaging a total of 150 inches (3800 mm). The average humidity over the course of the year is 82%, and although rain falls more frequently between July and October ...
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Scuba dive coral reef location in the Pacific Paradise of Kosrae Village Resort. Unspoilt and tranquil rainforest, perfect for honeymoons, scuba dive trips and romantic getaways. We made this video to keep the memories of our honeymoon alive and to show everybody back home.
The Federated States of Micronesia's longest serving US Marine has retired after 30 years of military service. Marine Sgt. Major O'Neal O. Weilbacher stood at attention during his retirement ceremony this month on Sept. 11, 2009, at Camp Pendleton, California. In attendance at the ceremony were FSM Ambassador to the United States Yosiwo George, Bermin Weilbacher, Kosrae State Gov. Robert Weilbacher, first lady and Oneal's mother, Serlina Olter; his two brothers, a sister, and numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces currently serving in the US military. Sergeant Major Weilbacher was born on 9 October 1958 in Kolonia Pohnpei State, Federated States of Micronesia. He graduated from Kosrae High School in June of 1977. In September 1977, he moved to the United States and attended Eastern Oregon State College for 1 year. He then enlisted in the Marine Corps in March 1979 and shipped to recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, California on 10 April 1979. He graduated in July 1979 and reported to Infantry Training School, Camp Pendleton, California. He was trained as an 0311, Rifleman. Graduating in August 1979, he received orders for his first duty station to Marine Barracks Guam where he served as sentry and Corporal of the Guard from August 1979 to December of 1980. Sergeant Major Weilbacher next received orders to 1st Battalion, 7th Marines were he served in Bravo Company as a Fire Team Leader. He completed one UDP deployment to Okinawa, Japan and also served ...
March 15 2008 MS Statendam visit to Yap World War 2 Memorial cruise
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...exchanges and cooperation. Alik said Micronesia valued relations with China and adhered tothe one-China policy. Micronesia backed China's efforts to safeguard national sovereignty, territorial integrity and national security and appreciated China's...
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Xinhua
http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2009-07/08/content_11675121.htm
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Richard Edward Davis, age 77, passed away at his home in Garden Valley, Idaho, on Thursday June 18, 2009. Ed, as he was known by friends and family, was born on December 22, 1931, in Carey, Idaho, to Shem Davis and Josephine Gatzmeyer Davis.
Ed grew up
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The St. George Spectrum
http://www.thespectrum.com/article/20090623/DVTONLINE04/90622010/1052/rss09
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Competing for spots: Top junior tennis players from around the region have converged on Guam this week for the annual North Pacific Qualifying Event. National junior teams from the Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Palau, Commonwealth of the
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090618/SPORTS08/906180330/1006/rss02
Some lovely Goa trance, by Shakta&Moonweed: "Micronesia" Picture: Ehr... cant think of something... o.=
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2 p.m. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will host a four-day conference on climate change on Saipan next month.
Environmental officials and representatives from the United States, Northern Marianas, Guam, American Samoa, Republic of Palau,
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090606/NEWS01/306060006/1002/rss
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Let's say we take a string theory and wrap up one dimension into a circle of radius R. Then we take another string and wrap up one dimension into a circle of radius 1/R. By comparing these two quite different theories, we find that they are exactly the
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Boing Boing
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/boingboing/iBag/~3/i1LQHJ0SkPg/into-the-subdimensio.html
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Rear Adm. (lower half) Douglass T. Biesel will be assigned as commander, Navy Region Marianas/U.S. Pacific Command Representative, Guam, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of
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U.S. Department of Defense
http://www.defenselink.mil//releases/release.aspx?releaseid=12671
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Guam-based Rear Adm. William D. French, who has been selected for promotion to rear admiral, will be assigned as commander, Navy Region Southwest, San Diego, Calif., the Department of Defense announced.
French is currently commander, Navy Region
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090430/NEWS01/90430003/1002/rss
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Rear Adm. (lower half) William D. French, who has been selected for promotion to rear admiral, will be assigned as commander, Navy Region Southwest, San Diego, Calif. French is currently serving as commander, Navy Region Marianas/U.S.
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U.S. Department of Defense
http://www.defenselink.mil//releases/release.aspx?releaseid=12636
Kolohe Andino and Carissa Moore, the two youngest surfers on the Red Bull surf team, hit P-Pass in the Caroline Islands, Micronesia. redbullsurfing.com
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So, am I the only one wondering where the supposed “millions” are I mean I’ve admittedly only seen pictures of the rallies in DC and Boston but if major cities are drawing barely 1000–if that– a piece I have to believe that the total will be around 100-
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Oliver Willis
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This year has been declared the International Year of Astronomy. I am an amateur astronomer and I hope the Big Island of Hawaii will continue to be the world's premier center for astronomy research. Towards this end, I am calling on all interested
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Honolulu Star-Bulletin
http://www.starbulletin.com/editorials/20090408_Hawaii_astronomers_would_find_listening_better_than_arguing.html
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It leaves a slimy trail of devastation in its wake. And it tastes like damp dirt.
It's what one reporter described as a "monster mollusk."
Yet the giant, menacing invader didn't crash-land on Earth from outer space. Nor was it chiseled from the
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AZ starnet.com
http://www.azstarnet.com/sn/science/287878.php
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Simultaneously, Black Womanhood: Icons, Images, and Ideologies of the African Body, organized by the Hood Museum of Art, will be on view at SDMA from 31 January to 26 April 2009.
Black Womanhood is the first major exhibition to explore the direct
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Huliq.com
http://www.huliq.com/13/78999/san-diego-museum-exhibits-oceanic-art
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THE ISLAND OF THE NAVIGATOR, Hokule'a crew members Billy Richards and Dr. Marjorie Mau to recall their voyage to Satawal in Micronesia to honor master navigator Mau Piailug, and to discuss the canoe as an island and the island as a canoe, 5:45 p.m.,
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The Honolulu Advertiser
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20090312/NEWS01/903120314/-1/RSS02?source=rss_localnews
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The number of Micronesian migrants on Guam increased 86 percent between 2003 and 2008, preliminary results of a U.S. Census Bureau survey show.
The survey results could support the government of Guam's request for more of what is called compact-impact
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090305/NEWS01/903050301/1002/rss
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BURLEIGH Heads surfer Jay `Bottle' Thompson was dreading the start of the Quiksilver Pro.
After failing to re-qualify for the World Tour this year, he was determined to be far away from the Gold Coast and all the contest hype when the first event of
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Gold Coast Bulletin
http://www.goldcoast.com.au/article/2009/03/02/54725_gold-coast-sport.html
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projected to travel to and through the region in the next few years. The shared branching services will be available on the island starting this Spring. Guam, which is a U.S. territory, will be the only island in
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PR-Inside.com
http://www.pr-inside.com/fscc-shared-branching-comes-to-micronesia-r1078299.htm
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My grandparents, Joe and Marion Murphy, at their wedding 62 years ago.
Today is moving day for my family — we’re moving to the beautiful village of Hagatna, which is actually the capital “city” of Guam. (I put “city” in sarcastic quotes because
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Zen Habits
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Jesse Izdepski and Sung Ja Ahn bested a field of more than 500 runners yesterday at the 10th Annual McDonald's 5K/2K for Guam Crime Stoppers held at the Hagĺtńa McDonald's.
Izdepski topped the men's field with a time of 17 minutes and 26 seconds, while
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090125/SPORTS/901250325/1006/rss02
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The foundation got $389,000 to upgrade and build medical libraries in Guam, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Republic of Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of the Marshall Islands, and American Samoa.
"This will be an
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090122/NEWS01/90122015/1002/rss
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MAJURO -- The United States may provide emergency aid to two former Pacific territories after high waves hit low lying areas of the two atoll nations late last month, officials said.
U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials are
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China Post
http://www.chinapost.com.tw/international/americas/2009/01/20/192810/U%2ES%2E%2Dmay.htm
Funny scene from Survivor season 16 in Micronesia. Jason gives Ozzy's fake immunity idol to Eliza so that she can be safe at tribal council. "It has a face on it, don't worry" - Jason I do not own Survivor, I own nothing of Survivor. Survivor is rightfully owned by CBS and Mark Burnett. I include it on my channel purely for tribute and for Survivor fans everywhere.
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Residents in Woleai Atoll in Yap received a visit from Santa this past week courtesy of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Assateague.
The Assateague crew, including commanding officer Lt. Jim Jarnac, who played Santa, delivered holiday gifts to the atoll in
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20081222/NEWS01/812220311/1002/rss
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8:45 a.m. Operation Christmas Drop missions will continue today.
The Christmas Drop is an annual project perform by the U.S. Air Force that parachutes lifesaving supplies to the isolated islands of Micronesia. Yesterday, C-130s successfully delivered 13
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20081216/NEWS01/81216004/1002/rss
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2 p.m. Before the U.S. Air Force can rain gifts and supplies on the isolated islands of Micronesia this Christmas, they need ammo.
Fishing nets, tools, powdered milk, canned goods, rice, coolers, clothing, shoes, toys and school supplies are all needed
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20081119/NEWS01/81119010/1002/rss
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A lawmaker is proposing three alternative ideas in coming up with initial funds to begin the Layon landfill construction next year.
Sen. Frank Blas Jr. said he believes federal money owed to Guam should be considered in funding early landfill work
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Guam Pacific Daily News
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20081114/NEWS01/811140324/1002/rss
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During World War II, Mr. Jones was a member of the Seabees, the construction arm of the Navy. He participated in some of the most critical operations in the Pacific Theater, including the liberation of Guam in 1944.
When peace came, he made Guam his
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Kentucky.com
http://www.kentucky.com/181/story/577614.html
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TOFOL, KOSRAE, Federated States of Micronesia, Oct. 27 /PRNewswire/ --
A new surf camp is now open for surfers of all skill levels on the
still-unspoiled Micronesian island of Kosrae, one of the four states of the
Federated States of Micronesia.
Kosrae
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PR Newswire
http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/story/10-27-2008/0004912360&EDATE=
Mosquito Dance. Pretty handy for visitors who cannot handle the blood sucking demons in our islands
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In 10 days, fans will seriously walk into the Citizens Business Bank Arena. It will take longer to pronounce that name than wait for the doors to open.
Americans love nicknames, at least good ones. Night Train Layne remains among the great ones, as
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L.A. Daily News
http://www.dailynews.com/sports/ci_10715869?source=rss
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Where else might one find the opportunity to safely interact with sharks, crocodiles, jellyfish, and dolphins all in one location? Palau, Micronesia, a natural, ecologically-responsible habitat for each of these attractions.
SHARKS
Shark enthusiasts
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Bella Online
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http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art58774.asp
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The hospital ship Mercy will return to San Diego Thursday morning following its third extended humanitarian mission to the western Pacific Ocean in four years, Navy officials said today.
The military and civilian medical staff treated more than 90,000
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San Diego Union Tribune
http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/breaking/2008/09/mercy_ship_to_return_thursday.html
Ben Namakin from Pohnpei, Micronesia documents the impacts of climate change on his island home in the South Pacific. Ben is a WWF Climate Witness (www.panda.org/climatewitness/namakin).
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SOOZOU, a new line of chic, eco-friendly bags made from repurposed sailcloth, rope and other maritime components, has an international pedigree, with roots in Hawai'i, Germany, Micronesia and Vietnam.
Pia Kuhlemann, a native of Hamburg, Germany, is the
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The Honolulu Advertiser
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080822/LIFE/808220326/-1/RSS05
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...to the country as part of Pacific Partnership 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark Logico Micronesia, a former United Nations Trust Territory under the administration of the United States, is the fifth and final stop for the...
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All American Patriots
http://www.allamericanpatriots.com/world/48749360-pacific-partnership-kicks-final-mission-micronesia
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CAVANAGH: Dr Kapila is the co-chair of the steering committee on the HIV Global Alliance -- set up to help fight the virus in Pacific countries -- the body was originally involved with the Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia -- Kiribati and
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Radio Australia
http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/programguide/stories/200808/s2340449.htm
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AUGUST 11, 2008. Conrad Hotels & Resorts, the global contemporary luxury hotel brand, today welcomes Manfred Pieper as the new General Manager of the Conrad Bangkok. Manfred will be responsible for the overall operations of the hotel and the Conrad Bangko...
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Malaysia Sun
http://story.malaysiasun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/303b19022816233b/id/16884317/
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AUGUST 11, 2008. Conrad Hotels & Resorts, the global contemporary luxury hotel brand, today welcomes Manfred Pieper as the new General Manager of the Conrad Bangkok. Manfred will be responsible for the overall operations of the hotel and the Conrad
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Hotel Executive
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