The lack of clear understanding of salient issues is an appalling tale of ignorance that derails strengthening our democratic institutions in self-government. But we’re still in the state of self-denial dazed at the colossal task of reviving a heavily depressed economy. Issues...

The Chinese Association of Saipan wishes you good health, prosperity, and success as you stride forth into the New Year. The year 2016 is the Year of the Monkey and 2016 Chinese New Year falls on Feb, 8, Monday. As you know, the monkey is optimistic, ambitious, and adventurous....

The board of directors of the Commonwealth Development Authority has a new chairman. Ignacio Perez, one of the representatives from Tinian, was elected by the board during a meeting last Friday in Tinian. Perez replaces Rota representative Diego Songao for the chairmanship....

News that might be of interest: ST editor goes under the scalpel today in Pea Eye for a bypass surgery. I am lighting a candle to flicker on the mystery of the moment. Saipan Tribune gave me a ticket for two to a seafood dinner at one of the resort hotel’s restaurants. I...