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Chamorro Folktales about Guam: Puntan Påtgon

The legend of Puntan Påtgon (Child’s Point) is a folktale about a powerful man who becomes envious of his child’s superior strength: Long, long ago giants are said to have lived in the Mariana Islands.

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Guam Kitchen: Chamorro recipe for red brown rice

My family is making a concerted effort to develop healthier eating habits. We’re making small changes in the foods we eat as well as how we prepare them.

Photo Of The United States Joint Color Guard leads the 80th Guam Liberation Day Parade in Hagatna, Guam, July 21, 2024. The parade is a celebration of U.S. forces liberating Guam during World War II and culminates in events and ceremonies held across the island.

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Guam’s 80th Liberation Day Parade

The United States Joint Color Guard leads the 80th Guam Liberation Day Parade in Hagatna, Guam, July 21, 2024.

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Fanachu Famalåo’an 2024: ElevateHER returns Sept. 19

Fanachu Famalåo’an, Guam’s highly anticipated annual women in business summit, returns on September 19, 2024, at the Dusit Thani Guam Resort.

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Flushing away my sanity and seat liner

It’s officially summertime, so people are packing up and heading out for a busy travel season.

Photo Of Members of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps make their way to the grandstand during Guam’s 78th Liberation Day parade in Hagåtña, July 21.

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USS Frank Cable recognizes Guam Liberation Day

Crew members assigned to the Emory S. Land Class Submarine Tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) joined the local community in commemorating Guam’s 80th Liberation Day.

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WWII revisited: Guam liberators meet the liberated

The Liberation of Guam was a matter of military necessity. Its people and their suffering aside, Guam was seen as a naval and air base from which to bomb Japan and supply the force needed to subdue the enemy.

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A look back in Guam's history: Song of hope, song of faith

I used to listen to my auntie’s stories about the invasion, occupation, liberation and other things concerning the Japanese on Guam back then.

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A look back in Guam's history: A sobering realization

In war, taking another’s life is simply a requirement, a necessity. The emotional consequences of killing another person are overlooked.

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UOG Extension invites dog owners to free canine care workshop

Island residents and dog owners are invited to a Companion Animal Welfare Workshop to learn about basic home grooming, canine nutrition, parasite prevention, and other essential care for dogs.

Photo Of Commander, Task Force (CTF) 75 held a change of command at on Naval Base Guam on July 12. Capt. Erich C. Frandrup relieved Capt. Shaun T. Lieb as the commodore of CTF 75-Navy Expeditionary Forces Command Pacific.

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Capt. Erich Frandrup salutes Commodore Shaun Lieb during Change of Command at CTF 75

Commander, Task Force (CTF) 75 held a change of command at on Naval Base Guam on July 12. Capt. Erich C. Frandrup relieved Capt. Shaun T. Lieb as the commodore of CTF 75-Navy Expeditionary Forces Command Pacific.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brittany Souder, right, 36th Tactical Advisory Squadron independent duty medical technician, prepares to rappel during rescue technician training at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 16, 2024.

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Andersen AFB: 36 CES firefighters, 554 REDHORSE fire cadre host rescue technician training

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brittany Souder, right, 36th Tactical Advisory Squadron independent duty medical technician, prepares to rappel during rescue technician training at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 16, 2024.

Photo Of U.S. military officials alongside the Honorable Lourdes Leon Guerrero, governor of Guam, pay their respects during a wreath laying ceremony at the Assan Memorial Beach Park, Guam, July 15, 2024.

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80th Guam Liberation Village Memorial Ceremonies

U.S. military officials alongside the Honorable Lourdes Leon Guerrero, governor of Guam, pay their respects during a wreath laying ceremony at the Assan Memorial Beach Park, Guam, July 15, 2024.

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