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Horror bus crash

By Shalveen Chand • 11 March 2023, 9:19PM

The sound of the bus coming downhill in Fagaloa is familiar to 19-year-old Siliga Matamalu Lalomalu, but on Saturday afternoon it was different.

By Shalveen Chand • 11 March 2023, 9:19PM

STA not consulted, tour operators warn new airport charges could deter visitors

Samoa’s tourism operators are warning that newly implemented airport charges could...

By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo • 28 February 2026, 9:00PM

Sinalei marks 30 years with family, legacy and a beachside celebration

As Sinalei Reef Resort and Spa marked 30 years this month, co-founder Tuatagaloa J...

By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo • 28 February 2026, 8:00PM

$150 school support rolled out, delays in some districts

The $150 Back to School Support (BTSS) was rolled out on Saturday, except for a fe...

By Marieta Heidi Ilalio • 28 February 2026, 7:00PM

Lakapi Samoa chair responds to PM

Chairman of Lakapi Samoa Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi said it was Prime Minister L...

By Marieta Heidi Ilalio • 28 February 2026, 5:20PM

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