American Samoa
American Samoa wants catch limit exemption
An American Samoa fisheries task force has warned of economic catastrophe if the US purse seiner fleet packs up due to lost fishing grounds in near waters.
American Samoa canneries with supply concerns
The two local canneries - the backbone of American Samoa's private sector economy - fear losing their fish supply.
Polynesian exemption in American Samoa continues
Another 30-day exemption has been granted for the Samoan owned Polynesian Airlines to continue operating domestic flights in American Samoa.
American Samoa to extend travel ID validity
American Samoa Certificates of Identity will be extended from 6 months to a year after travellers encountered problems overseas.
Dengue numbers in American Samoa expected to climb
The number of suspected dengue fever cases in American Samoa has now gone past 150.
American Samoa embracing more solar power
The American Samoa Power Authority is looking for 12 hectares of land around Tutuila Island where it can install solar arrays.
Probe into American Samoa's retirement fund
The director of the American Samoa Government's retirement fund has been put on 30 days administrative leave while an investigation is carried out into alleged improprieties.
American Samoa plane probe still going
One year after a small plane crashed off Pago Pago in American Samoa, the United States National Transportation Safety Board is still investigating.
Exemption asked for American Samoa fishing fleets
Tri Marine International is seeking an emergecy exemption to federal rules so its vessels can supply its American Samoa tuna cannery.
CDC experts help American Samoa cope with dengue
The team from the United States Centers for Disease Control is calling for American Samoans to take precautions to contain the spread of dengue.
American Samoa church group accused of child trafficking
American Samoa's police chief, Save Liuato Tuitele has confirmed his staff are looking into allegations of child trafficking and exploitation involving a church group.
Dialysis units recalled for second time in American Samoa
Dialysis treatment at American Samoa's hospital has been suspended again, after another chemical recall.
Federal help arrives to fight American Samoa dengue outbreak
A federal epedemiology team has arrived in American Samoa to help with the response to a dengue fever outbreak that has gripped the territory. Audio
American Samoans told to throw out stagnant water to curb dengue
A US disease prevention team will support American Samoa following four deaths from dengue fever.
Violence again mars American Samoa rugby
A mass fight broke out at a rugby game in American Samoa over the weekend which involved spectators and players.
American Samoans told to watch for dengue fever signs
An American Samoa doctor has encouraged residents to watch for early signs of dengue fever, after four people died.
Geothermal drilling to start in American Samoa
Drilling is scheduled to start next month at three sites in American Samoa identified as potential locations for a geothermal power plant.
American Samoa dengue outbreak claims four lives
Four people are now confirmed to have died from dengue fever as an outbreak of the mosquito-borne virus grips American Samoa.
Dateline Pacific evening edition for 17 July 2015
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American Samoa's dengue fever outbreak "epidemic"
An epidemiologist for American Samoa's Department of Health Scott Anesi has described the recent dengue fever outbreak in the territory as an epidemic. Audio
