#northern Mariana islands

[tinylongwing]

Ga'ga karisu, Saipan Reed-Warbler (Acrocephalus hiwae) is a critically endangered species found in the Northern Mariana Islands. Though few remain due to habitat loss, they fill the air with their rich melodic songs in those places where they can still hold on.

Their closest relative, the Nightingale Reed-Warbler of Guam, is extinct due to habitat loss and the invasive brown tree snake.

[vestaignis]

Живописные тропические закаты на острове Сайпан.

Остров Сайпан (Saipan) является самым крупным из Северных Марианских островов. Он расположен в Тихом океане на юге Марианского архипелага. Остров площадью 120 кв. км имеет вытянутую форму, все берега Сайпана причудливо изрезаны, на юго-восточной стороне дугообразный берег образует обширный морской залив, на южном выступе которого располагается международный аэропорт. На расстоянии около 300 км от восточного побережья острова расположен знаменитый Марианский жёлоб, самая глубокая океаническая впадина мира — 11 775 метров ниже уровня моря.

Атолл внесён в Книгу Рекордов Гинесса за самую постоянную температуру в течение года и суток. Этот показатель равен +27 °С, то есть тропическая летняя погода стоит 365 дней в году. Температура воды днем 25`C. Насекомых (мух, комаров) нет. Временами идут проливные дожди, когда за минуту можно промокнут�� насквозь. Они обычно внезапно начинаются и также заканчиваются, длятся недолго, и дождь можно переждать под ближайшей пальмой.

Остров Сайпан небольшой, его можно обойти за 4 часа..На Сайпане, как и на прочих Марианских островах, нет городов в традиционном понимании этого термина. Центром острова считается Гарапан. Здесь самое большое скопление магазинов, кафе, ресторанчиков. А также здесь находится лучший пляж Сайпана - пляж Микро Бич.

Picturesque tropical sunsets on the island of Saipan.

Saipan Island is the largest of the Northern Mariana Islands. It is located in the Pacific Ocean in the south of the Mariana Archipelago. Island with an area of ​​120 sq. km has an elongated shape, all the shores of Saipan are intricately indented, on the south-eastern side the arched coast forms a vast sea bay, on the southern ledge of which the international airport is located. At a distance of about 300 km from the eastern coast of the island is the famous Mariana Trench, the deepest oceanic trench in the world - 11,775 meters below sea level.

The atoll is included in the Guinness Book of Records for the most constant temperature throughout the year and day. This figure is +27 °C, that is, tropical summer weather is 365 days a year. Water temperature during the day is 25`C. There are no insects (flies, mosquitoes). At times there are torrential rains, when you can get wet through and through in a minute. They usually start suddenly and also end, they don’t last long, and you can wait out the rain under the nearest palm tree.

The island of Saipan is small, you can get around it in 4 hours. On Saipan, like on the other Mariana Islands, there are no cities in the traditional sense of the term. Garapan is considered the center of the island. Here is the largest concentration of shops, cafes, and restaurants. And also here is the best beach in Saipan - Micro Beach.

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[lizardsaredinosaurs]

These feet are made for walking, and that's just what they'll do

Mariana Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus guami) AKA pulattat

Guam and Northern Mariana Islands

Status: Endangered

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[mstornadox]

Stacey Plaskett asking why the representatives from US colonies and territories were not called to vote for the speaker. Short answer is that they are non-voting members.

Note that the audio cuts out right as she says “—they have a voice!” If you watch the clip on MSNBC, you can hear more of her words, but the CC only states [applause]. This would be so trite and heavy-handed and unbelievable were it a scene in a movie.

And yes, the US does have a colonies and territories problem. They should become states or countries or whatever their people want. In the meantime, though, MAKE THEIR REPRESENTATIVES FULL VOTING MEMBERS OF CONGRESS.

[irradiate-space]

Whether or not the five permanently-inhabited US territories (Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, the American Samoa) have voting representation in the Congress, they should have one vote apiece in the Electoral College, just so that we can eliminate the infuriating "No winner" edge case:

[tmarshconnors]

Julian Assange is FREE!

Today marks a historic moment for press freedom and free speech advocates worldwide. After spending 1,901 harrowing days in Belmarsh Prison, Julian Assange is finally a free man. The news of his release, following a plea deal with the US, has brought tears of joy and relief to many who have tirelessly campaigned for his freedom.

Assange, 52, has been a central figure in the fight for transparency and government accountability. His work with WikiLeaks, which disclosed critical information about the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, sparked global debates about the balance between national security and the public's right to know. However, it also led to severe legal repercussions, culminating in his incarceration in a high-security British prison since 2019, where he fought against extradition to the US on charges of conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defense information.

The emotional response to Assange's release is palpable. His wife, Stella Assange, expressed deep gratitude to his supporters, stating, "Words cannot express our immense gratitude to YOU - yes YOU, who have all mobilised for years and years to make this come true. THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU,” in a heartfelt post on X, formerly known as Twitter. This acknowledgment highlights the power of collective advocacy and the unwavering dedication of Assange's supporters over the years.

According to CBS, Assange will spend no time in US custody and will receive credit for the time he has already spent incarcerated in the UK. The plea deal, which requires him to plead guilty to one charge, is set to be finalized in a court in the Northern Mariana Islands on Wednesday, 26 June. This unique location, a US commonwealth in the Pacific much closer to Australia, underscores the unusual nature of Assange's legal journey.

The US has long argued that the release of the WikiLeaks files endangered lives, a claim that has been hotly contested by Assange's supporters and various human rights organizations. The debate over his actions and their implications for press freedom and government transparency has been one of the most significant of our time.

As Assange prepares to return to his native Australia, as confirmed by a letter from the US Department of Justice, the global conversation about press freedom and free speech is reignited. His case has underscored the crucial role that journalists and whistleblowers play in holding power to account and the significant risks they face in doing so.

For many, including myself, this news is overwhelming. The fight for freedom of speech and the protection of those who dare to speak truth to power is far from over, but today's victory is a testament to what can be achieved through persistent and passionate advocacy. Assange's release is not just a personal victory for him and his family but a beacon of hope for journalists, activists, and free speech defenders worldwide.

As we celebrate this momentous day, we must also reflect on the importance of continuing to defend press freedom and the rights of individuals to expose wrongdoing without fear of persecution. Julian Assange's journey has been a stark reminder of the stakes involved, and his release is a powerful affirmation that the fight for truth and transparency is worth every effort.

In the words of Stella Assange, "Thank you" to all who have stood by Julian and advocated for his freedom. Today, we witness the impact of our collective voice and the undeniable power of solidarity in the face of adversity.

[allallestodo]

LiNK

Deadline was in September..

[harriswalz4usabybr]

Remarks Vice President Made at the US Courthouse in Saipan, NMI!

~BR~

[countriesgame]

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If you have any fun fact about Northern Mariana Islands, please tell us and I'll reblog it!

Be respectful in your comments. You can criticize a government without offending its people.

[moovingaroundtheusa]

This building in Saipan (that was meant to be a casino but never opened) doesn't seem to be in disrepair. I wonder what they use it for instead?

[popsixsquishcicerolipschitz]

[tinylongwing]

Nosa' luta (Rota White-eye, Zosterops rotensis), illustrated for future use in my own reports/publications/whatever involving this species and other birds of Rota, CNMI. Endemic to the island, critically endangered, and full of boisterous energy.

[captain-sweatyfanstudent-stuff]

I'm trying to move to Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands sometime soon. Problem is, I don't know anyone there at the moment... If y'all know someone there, please tell them to message me.

[qualitysigns]

Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands

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