American Samoa
American Samoa Govt ferry stuck
The American Samoa government ferry, the MV Sili, is still stuck in the Manu'a islands, and will likely be out of commission for another three weeks.
American Samoa key building unsafe
In American Samoa, a senior official says the Government's Executive Office Building are unsanitary, unhealthy and not safe for people working in it.
American Samoa looks at sales tax
American Samoa Treasurer Ueligitone Tonumaipe'a says a sales tax would be an effective way of raising government revenues.
Certification process expected for American Samoan airline
The United States Federal Aviation Administration is expected to start the certification process for an American Samoa-based domestic airline.
American Samoa Govt assist former cannery workers
Former employees of the Samoa Tuna Processors cannery have been temporarily hired under a grant being administered by American Samoa's Department of Human Resources.
Electrocution victim in American Samoa farewelled
The Futiga Methodist Church in American Samoa was packed today for the funeral Toeseinuupotopoto Tee Ume, one of the three workers at Manu'a Store who were electrocuted in an accident last month.
More shipping woes for American Samoa's Manu'as
American Samoa's Manu'a islands are again without a dedicated inter island ferry. The government boat MV Sili took on water while docked at Ofu harbor in Manu'a at the weekend.
American Samoa offers new entry permit for Samoans
American Samoa plans to introduce a free three-day permit for business travellers from neighbouring Samoa.
American Samoa police chief confirmed
A retired US Air Force major Le'i Sonny Thompson has been confirmed as American Samoa's new Commissioner of Public Safety.
American Samoa now has sex offender registry
American Samoa now has an online sex offender registration website page, where names of sex offenders can be searched.
American Samoa Fono confirms AG
American Samoa's Attorney General Talauega Eleasalo Ale has been confirmed after near unanimous endorsement by the Fono.
American Samoa electrocution probe still not complete
An investigation into last month's electrocution tragedy in American Samoa is yet to be wrapped up.
Sport: Puaikura FC secure maiden Champions League berth
Puaikura FC have overcome ill discipline, scorching heat and depleted playing stocks to qualify for the OFC Champions League main draw for the first time.
American Samoa govt defends its big workforce
The American Samoa Governor Lolo Moliga says the private sector cannot produce all the jobs the territory needs and the government will continue to be a major employer.
Tuna cannery at odds with American Samoa government
The tuna cannery StarKist has impressed upon the government of American Samoa that additional cold storage is vital to its operation.
Sport: Frontrunners look to seal spot in OFC Champs League main draw
Puaikura FC and Lupe Ole Soaga square off in a top of the table clash in the OFC Champions League Qualifier in Nuku'alofa today, with a win effectively securing a spot in the in the OFC Champions…
Sanctuary program can't dictate use of local waters - Moliga
American Samoa Governor Lolo Moliga has told the US Sanctuary Program that their local office cannot dictate how the territorial government uses local waters.
Poor internet said to hamper American Samoa's growth
American Samoa's acting director of commerce says poor internet infrastructure has cost the territory jobs.
Fa'afafine govt employee lays discrimination complaint
A transgender public servant in American Samoa has laid an official complaint against her employer, the Department of Human Resources, for sex discrimination.
American Samoa district governor dies after sudden illness
American Samoa's Western District Governor Lualemaga Faoa has died in the territory's LBJ Hospital after a sudden illness.