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Prevent heart disease for you & your family Video included

According to the Centers for Disease Control, heart disease is the number one cause of death and a major cause of disability. More>>

Be more fuel-conscious, Guam

While the entire island can't afford to buy hybrid cars, we give motorists a few tips that will help drivers be more fuel efficient not to mention eco-friendly while on the road. More>>

DOCOMO Pacific debuts Sony Ericsson T707

DOCOMO Pacific Product and Inventory Manager Ron Bruster says the new Sony Ericsson T707 has come a long way from previous models. More>>

Annual Army conference held on Tumon Bay Video included

Over 50 inspectors general from Guam, Alaska, Hawaii, Japan and Korea attended this years U.S. Army's Annual Inspector General Pacific Conference held at the Guam Hilton Resort and Spa. Lt Col. Louis E. Henry II is an inspector general with USARPAC. More>>

Oxygene naturally cares for face, body Video included

There's a new product in town designed to keep your skin looking healthy and beautiful inside and out: Oxygene Advance Skin Solutions. More>>

Recycling helps rebuild community in need Video included

ReCellular, the world's largest cell phone collector and the American Red Cross have launched "Phones for Haiti". More>>

Pilot a 'copter with your iPhone Video included

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If you already have an iPhone or iPod Touch, life gets better and if you don't own one or the other it's really time you get one thanks to the Parrot AR Drone. More>>

Not even God's grace can save the unorganized "Legion"

While "Legion" brings an interesting twist to the mob of zombie/apocalypse movies that saturate the genre, not even the grace of God can save it from average dialogue and a plot full of holes. While the "Legion" shines early with strong horror elements, the plot quickly veers off course until it's too late for redemption. More>>

"The Book of Eli" is heavy on ideas, but poorly bound and edited Video included

If you like Denzel Washington and you like violence, then perhaps you will enjoy "The Book of Eli". The movie has 2 hours worth of great Denzel acting and senseless violence. However, if you are looking for a cohesive story and perhaps some meaning, try "The Lovely Bones" this weekend. Like its cinematography, "The Book of Eli" is devoid of all color. More>>

Matua Platoon preps for PI

The American component of the greater Afghan war is Operation Enduring Freedom. More>>

Understanding the ion cleanse

Detoxifying the body is essential to maintaining good health. We are often exposed to chemicals, pesticides and preservatives that enter the body through the water we drink, the food we eat and the air we breathe. More>>

Where does recycled trash go?

When thinking about recycling, most people automatically think about sorting out their paper, cardboard, plastic and glass into different containers, but once all your trash is finally sorted, what do we do with it?  Well, we've got some answers for you. More>>

10 movies not to miss in 2010

2009 was a successful year for the movie business as hits like "Avatar," and "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" owned the big screen. Look for 2010 to be just as exciting as below are 10 movies that you must see. More>>

Tops in Blue group plays AAFB

For more than 50 years the Tops in Blue performances have entertained the men and women of the U.S. Air Force at bases all around the country and their performances are widely anticipated. More>>

Regular checkups avoid long-term problems

If you've gotten into a car accident recently, it's important a local chiropractor checks you right away.  If you put off a checkup, it could mean more problems for you in the future. More>>

Live a more eco-friendly lifestyle in 2010

It's that time of the year again, when we make promises to change ourselves for the better. More>>

45 Guam Guardsmen prepare for deployment

Some forty-five men in the Guam Army National Guard are getting ready for war. The platoon is currently undergoing intense pre-mobilization training at the old Naval Housing Field in Barrigada. More>>

How you can stay healthy for the New Year

Every year, people vow to keep a New Year's resolution. Oftentimes it's one that involves changing habits by eating healthy and exercising. More>>

Consider composting for your kitchen waste

Composting is the simple act of turning your spoils into soil by recycling your kitchen and yard waste and turning it into nutrient rich soil you can use for fertilizing your plants or lawn. More>>

iTunes apps you've got to have

We're going to take a closer look at this year's hottest Christmas gift, the Apple iPhone 3GS.  Since we've already gone in depth on the specs and features of the iPhone, today I'll give you the 411 on the top 5 must-have iPhone applications. More>>

AAFB honors lost Linebacker II airmen

During the Vietnam War, there were 207 B-52 bombers strategically situated throughout Southeast Asia. More>>

Pros/cons of Obama's health bill for Guam

With President Barack Obama's Health Reform Bill passing yet another hurdle in the U.S. Senate, local officials are wondering what this could mean to the people of Guam. More>>

GPO has long list of green attributes

In the hustle and bustle of Christmas, it's hard to imagine that greenworthy measures are being taken inside a mall. More>>

"Avatar" is an epic adventure sure to leave you breathless and in awe Video included

"Avatar" is a brilliant story and is overall, technically superior to any film you have ever seen – this is a fact. There has never been a movie with this type of detail and imagery and James Cameron is changing the way movies are going to be made. More>>

Blackberry 9700 comes to DOCOMO Pacific

Today we're going to take a look at another smart phone that's hot for the holidays, the Blackberry Bold 9700.  The 9700 comes equipped with a hi-resolution display that incorporates over 65,000 colors, creating a vivid viewing experience for all your photos, files, videos and websites. More>>

Military spreading some holiday cheer

Today kicked off Operation Christmas Drop, an annual project where the men and women of the United States Air Force fly over the outer islands of Micronesia and play Santa from the sky. More>>

New changes at Paradise Fitness Center

Residents up north will have the opportunity to enjoy a new and improved fitness facility.  President of Paradise Fitness Center and Fitness Solutions Tony Sgro says he first opened up the center in Dededo back in 1996. More>>

Festive decorating that saves the ocean

If you haven't noticed by now, we live in a plastic convenience culture, with virtually every human being on the planet using plastic materials directly and indirectly every single day. More>>

DOCOMO Pacific rolls out iPhone 3G S

The new Apple iPhone 3G S at DOCOMO Pacific has redefined what is possible with a mobile phone. More>>

DOCOMO rolls out new Max Channel service

Some new free data-centric services re being offered by DOCOMO Pacific.  DOCOMO's Max Channel is an application for Nokia and some Sony Ericsson devices that utilize RSS feeds directly to your cell phone. More>>

The Princess and the frog is a worthy tribute to early early New Orleans culture

Disney's latest offering has a surprising amount of substance and value -- especially for viewers who remember the golden age of Disney animation. Perhaps not the best Disney movie of all time, but definitely a worthy tribute to New Orleans and its rich culture. More>>

The burden of service

Former U.S. Marine Rick Appleton, now Services and Parts Director at CarsPlus, is faced with losing a number of employees to upcoming deployments. More>>

Learn how to control heartburn

Studies have shown that eating late could cause heartburn and may lead to more serious health problems.  There are several ways in which you could prevent or treat it. More>>

Palau investing in green energy

Because Palau is a pacific island nation that doesn't have its own source of fossil fuel, it has to import its oil from Singapore, which as Guam can attest, is extremely expensive. More>>

"Armored" is loaded with classic movie elements and action

In a year full of films about wolves, vampires, robots and aliens, "Armored" ignores the trend of state of the art graphics and explosions. Instead, it provides a unique (albeit simple) story with traditional action elements that are both entertaining and easy to comprehend. More>>

Obama sending 30,000 troops to Afghanistan

President Barack Obama addressed a crowd of more than 4,000 cadets at the U.S. Military Academy in New York today, calling for an additional 30,000 troops to deploy to Afghanistan in 2010.  But he says he hopes to have the troops back home to their families by the end of 2011. More>>

Public Health launches anti-STD campaign

The Department of Public Health in partnership with the U.S. Center for Disease Control recently launched the 2009 Prutehi Hao "Got Lucky? Get Tested" campaign. More>>

The truth behind some green myths

The green movement has become a billion dollar industry, as more and more consumers attempt to green their lives. More>>

Holiday tech shopping on Guam

What's up tech fans!  In today's edition of Tech This Out we're going to get straight to the point.  There's only 30 days left until Christmas so here's a sneak peak at some coolest gadgets and gizmo's to help you chop away at that Christmas gift list. More>>

Ninja Assassin provides senseless blood and violence... and ninjas! Video included

Once in a while, an action movie comes out that walks the border of creativity and provides the viewers with an unexpected experience that builds awareness and passion towards a innovative theme. "Ninja Assassin" is not one of those movies. Instead, the ninja action flick by first time head director James McTeigue is 99 minutes of senseless blood, dismemberment and gunfire - which is not too bad if that's what you expect out of action movie. Oh, did I mention that it also has ninjas!? More>>

Navy 'Copter squad welcomes team home

Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25 welcomed home Detachment 1 from a thirteen-month deployment on Tuesday.  The 32 sailors provided vertical replenishment support, moving more than two tons of cargo and transferring passengers and providing logistics support and humanitarian assistance. More>>

FHP Health Center has new x-ray gear

FHP Health Center is now offering digital quality x-rays that can better diagnose and treat their patients.  The radiology department has introduced a Fuji computerized radiography system and picture archiving and communication system for its services. More>>

Going green...the concrete way!

One local man built one of the most energy efficient homes on Guam using a green technology derived from insulated concrete forms.  Believe it or not, one two-story state-of-the-art home is the equivalent of a "green home." More>>

XBOX Live integrates social networks

I was sitting at the beach this week, enjoying my DOCOMO Max 3.5G wireless broadband connection and I came across something I just have to share. More>>

"New Moon" rises but is quick to wane Video included

Sequels unfortunately face the predicament of always being compared to their predecessor, and this is the case with "New Moon." While the film itself is visually beautiful, the storyline begins to wane quickly and "New Moon" becomes old hours before it eventually sets. More>>

Guam Guardsmen training for Afghanistan

For the last three weeks, 16 soldiers from the Guam Army National Guard have been training at Fort Juan Muna every single day. This highly specialized training has focused on combat life saver training, weapons qualifications, and warrior tasks and battle drills. More>>

Guam among leaders in diabetes cases

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month.  Unfortunately Guam tops the charts when it comes to the highest number of cases per capita.  Accordingly, people are encouraged to eat right and exercise. More>>

DOCOMO netbook makes computing a breeze

Last week we showed you how to use the DOCOMO Pacific Max 3.5G wireless network to access our web site. This week, we'll take a closer look at the netbook making it all possible, the MSI Wind. More>>

2012 is the disaster movie to end all disaster movies Video included

If there is one thing that director Roland Emmerich knows how to do well, it would be breaking stuff. His past films, "Independence Day" and "Day After Tomorrow" were box office hits because of the gross amount of special effects and action. Too bad Emmerich never learned how to create a sensible story.

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Stratotanker is gas station in the sky

The KC-135 Stratotanker is a gas station in the sky. It can refuel any aircraft in the United States military's inventory arsenal. More>>

A Christmas Carol will have audiences singing a new tune Video included

Robert Zemeckis' adaptation of the Dickens classic is the 26th version to hit the big screens since 1908. This version however, stands out amongst the others. Shot in performance-capture (a technique used in films such as "Beowulf" and "The Polar Express") as well as 3D, "A Christmas Carol" breathes new life into a timeless classic, enchanting a new generation of youth with its ageless themes about the gifts of friendship and the effect that greed can have on the human soul. More>>

USCG conducting search & rescue training

A special training is being conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard.  Search and rescue operations are just one of many vital services provided by the men and women of the United States Coast Guard.  It is for this reason the coast guard requires a four-day intensive training course annually. More>>

GMH looking for platelet donors

The Guam Memorial Hospital is always looking for platelet donors.  Platelet donations are often given to patients who are unable to make enough platelets in their bone marrow. This is why GMH continues to accept donors who are willing to give about an hour of their time. More>>

GGEFCU building is a first for Guam

The new Government of Guam Employees Federal Credit Union headquarters that's being built in Maite is making mighty headway.  Budgeted at $15 million, DCK Pacific's vice president, Louis De Maria, says the three-floor structure is strategically being designed as the first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-certified building on Guam. More>>

Motorola rolls out new Droid

For all the cell phone fanatics out there, we've got a treat for you. If you're a dedicated Blackberry or iPhone user, this week's tech report might change your mind about the cell phone you're using thanks to the Motorola Droid.  More>>

The top 5 movies to see this winter season Video included

This weekend marks the ending of the Fall movie season with the debut of the Michael Jackson documentary "This Is It." It also marks the beginning of the second biggest revenue generating season for movies, which of course is the winter holiday. Today on Feature Film Friday, I will give you a brief look at the 5 most highly anticipated releases to hit the big screen. More>>

Navy wants use of sonar reviewed

The U.S. Navy has asked federal regulators to review proposed rules that would allow them to use sonar in waters around Guam and nearby Pacific islands.  The practice of using sonar has been used for decades, but Navy sailors are now seeking permits for the training, as federal environmental laws require them to take various steps to protect whales and other marine mammals. More>>

Monitor candy consumption this Halloween

Cavities are most likely to develop when your mouth is exposed to the acid created by bacteria during eating. (©iStockphoto.com/Shannon Long) Cavities are most likely to develop when your mouth is exposed to the acid created by bacteria during eating. (©iStockphoto.com/Shannon Long)

With Halloween just around the corner, it's important for parents to practice healthy habits to ensure the types of candies consumed are the right ones for your children. More>>

New iMac is fastest ever

Apple introduced the first iMac more than a decade ago. And the design philosophy remains the same: An all-in-one computer that's as powerful as it is beautiful.  The first thing you'll notice when looking at the new Apple iMac are the new bigger, beautiful displays.  More>>

Paranormal Activity is a frightfully efficient horror film Video included

Paranormal Activity is a horror mockumentary that follows the same basic foundation as films like "The Blair Witch Project", "Quarantine" and "Cloverfield" but produces a final product more complete than its predecessors. More>>

HARRT prides itself on rapid-response

When a 7.6 earthquake rocked West Sumatra Province on September 30 near Padang, Indonesia it caused wide-sweeping devastation on the ground, which prompted the Indonesian government to ask the United States to help provide disaster assistance.  This mission was undoubtedly fit for the Humanitarian Assistance Rapid Response Team. More>>

Sustantia Project battles childhood obesity

A special project is solely established to address the problem of childhood obesity on the island.  While studies have shown that 63% of elementary school students are obese, the Sustantia Project is hoping to encourage a new way of life for Guam's kids. More>>

Zombieland: gut-wrenching comedy, blood-curdling laughter

Ah, zombies. The past decade has seen a recent surge in films that focus on these brainless, once-human, flesh-eating bad boys. Zombieland joins the fray with the recognizable traits that characterize the typical zombie film. More>>

Red Horse Squadron back at AAFB

It is the first time since the Vietnam War that the Red Horse Squadron has been deployed outside of the U.S. Pacific Command.   More>>

Helping women avoid breast cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It's a time to encourage women to take charge of their health. In this week's health check report, we'll give you some tips to help women stay healthy. More>>

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