Northern Marianas
Same-sex marriages top licences on CNMI's Saipan
Three years after same-sex marriages were legalised in the CNMI, the Saipan Mayor's Office say that they have topped heterosexual marriages on the island.
Legalisation of marijuana bad for image - CNMI tourism body
The official tourism body in the CNMI says the legalisation of marijuana there could affect the islands' image as a family friendly destination.
Bill extending public land leases in CNMI now law
A bill extending the maximum lease terms for public land in the Northern Marianas from 40 to 55 years is now law. Acting governor Victor Hocog signed a 15-year extension...
Yutu confirmed as strongest typhoon to hit CNMI in 56 years
Typhoon Yutu was the strongest typhoon to hit the Northern Marianas in 56 years according to a new study.
CNMI casino workers sue employer over injuries
Chinese construction workers in the Northern Marianas are seeking compensation for injuries they sustained on the job.
US Congress bans cockfighting in territories
The US House of Representatives has passed a bill aimed at banning cockfighting in all US territories.
FEMA gives CNMI $US20m towards Yutu recovery projects
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has obligated $US20.1 million for a plethora of projects in the CNMI related to Super Typhoon Yutu recovery.
CNMI, Skymark formalize opening of direct flights
The return of direct flights from Japan to the CNMI was made official last week by the signing of a deal between the CNMI and Skymark Airlines.
Rota mayor pleads not guilty to corruption
The mayor of Rota in the Northern Marianas has pleaded not guilty to charges that he illegally used government money for trips to California, Palau, Guam, and Saipan.
CNMI residents make sure they get disaster food stamps
A total of $US6.9 million in food stamps were issued to 11,209 households on Saipan and Tinian in the aftermath of Typhoon Yutu.
CNMI Red Cross gives over $US1.4m in financial help to Yutu victims
The Northern Marianas chapter of the Red Cross says it has given out over $US1.4 million in financial assistance to people suffering from the impact of October's Typhoon Yutu.
Power restoration improves on CNMI's Saipan from October's Yutu
Up to 63 percent of power has now been restored on Saipan, more than a month after Typhoon Yutu hit the Northern Marianas.
CNMI remains a safe, fun destination for visitors - Governor
In an effort to lure back tourists, the governor of the Northern Marianas has announced they remain a safe destination to visit.
Yutu survivors in CNMI offered free travel to resettle in US
Some of the worst affected survivors of Typhoon Yutu in the Northern Marianas are being offered free return-tickets to anywhere in the United States.
CNMI delegate criticises FEMA's Yutu response
The Northern Marianas Delegate has criticised the US Federal Emergency Management Agency for problems that he says keep the agency from responding quickly to disasters such as October's Typhoon Yutu.
Yutu evacuees down 70 percent on Saipan
The shelter population on the Northern Marianas island of Saipan has dropped by 70 percent since October's Typhon Yutu.
More police deployed in CNMI's Saipan following burglaries
More police are being deployed in areas of Saipan after a rise in the number of burglaries since Typhoon Yutu hit the Northern Marianas in October.
Yutu recovery efforts progressing well - CNMI govt
The Northern Marianas government says Typhoon Yutu recovery efforts are progressing, despite public concerns over the slowness of assistance.
Dateline Pacific evening edition for 19 November 2018
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Power still out in South of Saipan after Typhoon Yutu
Much of the island of Saipan in the Northern Marianas remains without power and water, as recovery efforts continue in the wake of Typhoon Yutu. Audio
