THE 2025–2026 triathlon season is sprinting toward a scenic conclusion as the Triathlon Association of the CNMI prepares to host the Saipan Olympic Triathlon & 10K Run this Sunday, April 12. https://lnkd.in/ghWeRxFM
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Younis Art Studio Inc. - Marianas Variety News & Views Fair. Balanced. Independent. Established on March 16, 1972, Marianas Variety is the islands’ oldest, most trusted, most influential, and most widely read newspaper. It is an independent publication with no ties to business or political interests. Its business is to be a newspaper, not to “defend” special interests or promote any business entity or politician. Variety has a readership of 40,000 in the CNMI and 2,000 throughout Micronesia. We print an average of 28-40 pages daily with full color capability. We distribute in the CNMI, Guam, Palau, and the Federated States of Micronesia. We have subscribers in the South Pacific, the Philippines, Hawaii, Japan and the mainland U.S. Variety provides its readers with the most extensive local and regional news and views. It carries interesting and in-depth feature stories, U.S. and international news. It has the liveliest opinion page in all of the Marianas and remains the only CNMI newspaper that takes a stand, through its editorials, on the burning issues of the day. Variety is published from Monday to Friday and is owned by Younis Art Studio, a local company. Variety’s website allows readers to submit comments as well as to see our advertising rates and other specifications. Variety is a member of the Associated Press, Reuters and the Pacific Island News Association. Awards Best Newspaper, awarded by the Society of Professional Journalists-NMI chapter in 1995 Best Editorial Writing, SPJ-NMI, 1995 Best News Photography, SPJ-NMI, 1995 NMI Humanities Award for Outstanding Contributions to Journalism, 2001 Best Online Edition of a Pacific Island Newspaper, 2002 Environmental Achievement Award, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2003
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The Commonwealth has lost a true statesman with the passing of Diego T. Benavente. His career, spanning over two decades, encompassed roles from House Representative to Lieutenant Governor. Benavente's legacy is defined by his calm leadership, deep expertise in governance and regional affairs, and unwavering commitment to public education. His impact on the CNMI will be felt for generations to come. https://lnkd.in/gAeQTsGE
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The CNMI Office of the Attorney General has proposed regulations that would grant itself formal authority to issue investigative subpoenas in criminal and consumer protection cases. This move has sparked a debate among legal professionals, with some expressing concerns about potential overreach and infringement on personal liberties. The proposed regulations outline procedures for subpoena issuance and witness rights, but critics argue it may exceed the office's constitutional mandate. The public comment period is open for 30 days. https://lnkd.in/g9w5bEfP
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A tragic incident occurred in Puerto Rico on Tuesday evening, resulting in the death of a 49-year-old male bicyclist. The Department of Public Safety reported that the cyclist was struck by an SUV on Chalan Pale Arnold, just south of Tropical Laundry. Despite rapid response from emergency services, the victim was pronounced dead at Commonwealth Health Center. The DPS Highway Patrol Division's Traffic Investigations Unit is conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances of this unfortunate event. https://lnkd.in/giHcW6-e
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Governor David M. Apatang has revised austerity measures, delaying the implementation of reduced working hours for executive branch employees. The new schedule takes effect on November 18 for civil service and November 30 for excepted service employees. Regular work hours are reinstated until then. All legal holidays in FY2026 will be paid unless otherwise provided by law. The revised budget reduces projected revenue from $179.7 million to $158 million. This decision follows weeks of dialogue between the executive branch, legislature, and fiscal officers to avert immediate service disruptions. https://lnkd.in/gKBD88TE
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In a significant legal development, former CNMI Judiciary law clerk William Abraczinskas has filed a lawsuit against the Office of the Attorney General, alleging violations of the Open Government Act. The case, which involves denied access to 233 pages of public records, is intricately connected to Abraczinskas' previous conviction, successful motion for a new trial, and ongoing appeal process. This situation raises important questions about government transparency and the rights of individuals in legal proceedings. https://lnkd.in/gh6EeNxw
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In a landmark decision, the NMI Supreme Court has ruled that cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for retirees are not constitutionally protected. The court emphasized that only the core pension benefits promised at the time of employment are guaranteed under the CNMI Constitution. This ruling will have significant implications for hundreds of former government employees across the commonwealth. https://lnkd.in/g3yBE6W2