Hypersonics & Defense Tech: DARPA is asking for submissions for a scramjet-powered “Next Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missile” designed to fly over Mach 5 and evade integrated air defenses, with proposals due Oct. 6. Regional Weather Watch: A remnant system has dumped heavy rain and triggered flash flooding in Kosrae, and forecasters are now tracking whether it could shift toward the Marianas next week. Guam Public Safety & Youth Training: Guam’s Department of Labor says the island’s first junior law enforcement cadet program is complete, giving five high school students hands-on training and a career pathway. Health & Community Services: UOG’s SNAP-Ed is running a free four-part nutrition workshop series starting Aug. 21, and UOG also opened a new nursing hub with simulation tech to boost local training capacity. Local Governance & Facilities: Guam lawmakers grilled Guam Memorial Hospital officials over persistent water leaks tied to typhoon damage and ongoing roof/envelope upgrades. Military Mental Health: Families of USS Abraham Lincoln sailors are raising alarms after reports of attempted overboard incidents during a record-long deployment. Cyber & Critical Infrastructure: A new analysis warns Guam and the U.S. face growing cyber risk to water and other critical systems amid Pacific tensions. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: Pacific bishops urge prudence on deep-sea mining, warning that lack of full scientific certainty shouldn’t justify proceeding without due care.