Tourism Push: Guam Visitors Bureau says overseas marketing continues despite arrivals down 22.9% (Aug. 1–18 vs 2025), with South Korea and Japan still driving most of the mix; a Sept. 4 Guam Mega Familiarization Tour drew 200+ trade pros, media, and influencers and is planned as an annual program. Defense & Infrastructure: The U.S. Air Force is in early stages of replacing C-17/C-5M airlifters, with an Analysis of Alternatives expected in FY2027; meanwhile, Pacific base upgrades include Northwest Field on Guam as a tactical overflow site tied to an $8B air and missile defense buildout. Local STEM & Food Security: UOG Land Grant runs “Tilapia to Table” (Sept. 12) linking saltwater tilapia raising with salting/smoking and waste-to-fertilizer processing. Invasive Species Research: New multi-year findings show brown tree snake removal efforts reduce population growth over time, using Andersen AFB enclosure data. Marianas Deep-Sea Mining Fight: CNMI and Guam-linked groups urge a halt to Marianas seabed mining lease steps, while a lawsuit challenges the federal process. Tech Policy Watch: Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro coverage highlights “connect on your own later” pricing and dual eSIM behavior, but notes carrier lock terms aren’t clearly published. Workforce & Training: DOT’s Maritime Administration names 16 new 2026 Centers of Excellence, including Western Pacific Maritime Academy in Guam and the CNMI. Community Grants: GEDA awards $285K to 19 village mayor offices for projects spanning healthcare, public safety, economic development, higher education, and cultural preservation.