American Samoa
American Samoa hospital suffers US$2.4m deficit
The LBJ Hospital in American Samoa has suffered a US$2.4 million deficit for the first quarter of this fiscal year.
Pregnant women in American Samoa warned over unprotected sex
Pregnant women in American Samoa are being warned against having unprotected sex as part of efforts to stem an outbreak of zika in the territory.
American Samoa's Manu'a islands to get a bank again
The Australian bank, ANZ, is moving to re-establish limited banking services in American Samoa's Manu'a islands.
Push for separate election of Lt. governor in American Samoa
A bill for the separate election of the governor and lieutenant governor in American Samoa has been introduced in the senate.
Efforts underway to curb Zika in American Samoa
The government in American Samoa has begun a three day clean-up of the main island Tutuila, in an attempt to eradicate mosquitoes which carry the zika virus. Audio
Efforts underway to curb Zika in American Samoa
The government in American Samoa is to begin a three day clean-up of the main island Tutuila, in an attempt to eradicate the mosquito that carries the Zika virus. Audio
Concerns American Samoa cleanup may lead to more contracting Zika
Some government employees in American Samoa are worried that participating in a Zika mosquito cleanup campaign may lead to them contracting the virus.
American Samoa hospital still in debt
American Samoa's long struggling LBJ Hospital has debts of nearly ten million dollars.
US territories discuss self-determination
A conference on self-determination for American Samoa, the US Virgin Islands and Guam is underway for the first time in more than 20 years.
Zika numbers up in American Samoa
There are now eight confirmed cases of Zika in American Samoa.
American Samoan plea for support in Washington
The American Samoan governor, Lolo Moliga, says Washington's concept of 'one-size fits all' has never worked for American Samoa, and never will.
American Samoa village gifted cash after being overlooked
Masefau village in American Samoa has accepted a gift of US$10,000 from the government after it picked another village for the Flag Day entertainment this April.
American Samoa Zika response: Free health checks if pregnant
The American Samoa Department of Health is offering help to pregnant women to ensure they don't miss any check ups and are well protected from the Zika virus.
American Samoa trying to conserve water during record heat
The American Samoa Power Authority is installing new meters and fixing leaks in its system as the territory experiences record hot weather.
Tests confirm Zika in American Samoa
American Samoa's Lieutenant Governor, Lemanu Peleti Mauga, says the territory now has confirmed cases of the Zika virus.
American Samoa govt workers min. pay increase first in 13 years
The American Samoa Government has raised the minimum wage for its employees.
Heat and humidity at record level in American Samoa
American Samoa is enduring sweltering heat with elderly people saying this is the hottest weather they've ever experienced in the territory.
Sport: American Samoa bag USA football schols
22 high school seniors from American Samoa have been offered scholarships to colleges and universities in the USA to play American football.
American Samoa stops school sports
All high school sports are to be cancelled in American Samoa because of a lack of transportation.
Lawmakers wage rise bill irks locals
More than 100 people gathered in American Samoa's capital Friday morning to protest against plans to almost double lawmakers' salaries.