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Francis Mauigoa: From Samoan Roots to Miami's Football Star

December 15, 2025

Francis Mauigoa, a standout offensive lineman for the Miami Hurricanes, has made a significant impact on the field. His journey to success is deeply rooted in his Samoan heritage and the values he learned growing up in a small village. Born in 2005 to Fa’alialia and Telesia, Francis is an American S

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Hearing at Risk: How Loud Noise is Affecting Young People in Samoa

June 24, 2025

Young people in Samoa might be losing their hearing without realizing it. This is not just a local problem. It's a global issue. Almost half of the people between 12 and 35 years old are at risk. This is due to loud noises from music, parties, and even everyday environments. The World Health Organiz

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Mixed Messages: The Eventful Visit of RFK Jr. to Samoa

February 4, 2025

Let's start with why the trip to Samoa was organized in the first place. In 2019, Samoa found itself in the grips of a measles outbreak that took 83 lives, a significant toll for a country with a population of only 200, 000. Now, picture this: Anti-vaccine influencers from nearby New Zealand organiz

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A Doctor's Warning: Vaccine Misinformation Can Kill

January 29, 2025

In late 2019, a devastating measles outbreak hit the small Pacific island of Samoa. The death toll reached 83, with most victims being young children. Dr. Josh Green, then Hawaii's lieutenant governor and an emergency doctor, quickly organized a team and thousands of vaccine doses to help. Just a fe

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Meet Daniel Faalele: The NFL Guard from Down Under

January 16, 2025

Ever wondered about the tallest and heaviest players in the NFL? Well, Daniel Faalele is one of them. Standing at 6'8" and weighing around 379 lbs, he's a force to be reckoned with on the Baltimore Ravens team. But what makes Faalele really stand out? It's his background. Born in Melbourne, Australi

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The Rising NFL Star: Eku Leota's Journey from Samoa to the Steelers

November 17, 2024

Eku Leota, a promising linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has been making a name for himself with his relentless drive and athleticism. Born in Asheville, North Carolina, but with roots in Samoa, Leota's journey is unique. He discovered American football as a child, which was unusual for his fa

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Kingsley Suamataia: The Unsung Samoan Sensation Ready to Rumble

September 6, 2024

Born and raised in Orem, Utah with roots tracing back to his mother's hometown of Laie, Hawaii, Chiefs rookie offensive tackle Kingsley Suamataia may not be a household name yet, but he's determined to change that. With limited game time at Oregon and stellar performances at BYU, this Samoan-America