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Show love for your 2025 graduate in Stripes Grad Tab; Guam deadline May 13

High school graduation is a special time, and Stars and Stripes is pleased to once again be putting together our annual Grad Tab, highlighting information on all of the Pacific DoDEA high schools and their graduating classes.

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Share your ink in Pacific Tattoo magazine

Stars and Stripes wants to feature your tattoos and the stories behind them in our next Pacific Tattoo magazine!

Travel

Pacific Tattoo: History of tattoos

The tradition of tattooing and body marking goes back in history to at least 4000 BC, as seen on ancient mummies. The connection between tattoos and warriors, or those defending their home, may be just as old.

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Pacific Tattoo: Reavel - Connie, Jennifer, Jocy Gueits

In February 2018, we almost lost my father. He had colon cancer and he was having some complications.


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Photo Of Guam's hand-cut stones key to island's history

Travel

Guam's hand-cut stones key to island's history

During Spanish colonial rule on Guam, the Spanish authorities constructed the best churches and the best bridges of large rectangular hand-cut stones, or de silleria. In these de silleria structures they did not cover the dressed limestone or coral blocks with plaster.

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How military spouse fell in love with Guam

As I sit here in the States and reflect on the last four years of my life, a smile comes to my face.


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Food & Drink

Final night of Taste of the Marianas until 11 p.m. May 25

Hungry and thirsty patrons will have more time to revel this weekend at the 25th Annual Taste of The Marianas International Food Festival, which will run until 11 p.m. on its final night on Saturday (May 25).

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Food & Drink

Int’l teams at Taste of the Marianas Food Challenge

The 26th Annual Taste of The Marianas International Food Festival in Saipan, The Marianas is doubling down in May 2025 with the introduction of team competition for the top eating challenge.

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Fun on Guam: Make splash into island's incredible water sports

With its warm waters, balmy breezes and perfect weather, Guam’s waters offer the perfect environment for activities ranging from surfing to sport fishing, parasailing and even thrilling jet skiing.

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Exploring Guam: Trekking to gorgeous Gadao's Cave

This is a fantastically short hike to one of Guam’s most celebrated cultural treasures. It is definitely a must-see if you are driving through the South.

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A quick look at Guam's beautiful parks

Whether you’re fresh of the plane or have been here for a while, you might be surprised to learn how much Guam and Uncle Sam have set aside in the way of parks and pristine places for your enjoyment.

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Pacific Tattoo: Tattoo regulations in the military

If you are an active-duty service member and are considering getting a tattoo, be sure to inform yourself of the rules and regulations. Here is an overview of current military tattoo policies. 

Photo Of Pacific Tattoo: Reveal - Nicolas Corcoran

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Pacific Tattoo: Reveal - Nicolas Corcoran

I think my tattoos have mostly impacted my life in a positive way. Don’t get me wrong, sometimes I’ve gotten bad looks.

Photo Of Pacific Tattoo: Artist’s take - Chico Sarayba

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Pacific Tattoo: Artist’s take - Chico Sarayba

The tattoo culture in the Philippines is getting better and continues to grow. Our elders are starting to accept it and realize it’s art.

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