Liberation Day in the CNMI: McDonald’s of Saipan donated $3,000 to help power the 80th Liberation Day celebration, highlighting community pride and recovery after Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Breastfeeding support: Guam marked World Breastfeeding Week (Aug. 1–7) with a push for workplaces and communities that make breastfeeding easier and more supported. Local safety & justice: A B.P. Carbullido Elementary school aide was charged with terrorizing a coworker, including threatening messages and alleged harassment. Sports & women’s pride: Guam’s Women’s National Team opened the Oceania Volleyball Championships with a four-set win over the Cook Islands, led by Faith Piper and setter Manea Camacho. Community funding: GEDA announced up to $15,000 for village mayor offices for initiatives, plus $285,000 in grants for community projects tied to healthcare, public safety, economic development, higher education, and cultural preservation. Housing for families: A transitional housing facility opened in Anigua with 18 units, prioritizing eligible families and offering case-management support. Education politics: Senators raised concerns about moving the Science is Fun and Awesome Learning Academy into George Washington High School classrooms, asking for clarity on impacts to special education. Childcare crunch: Lawmakers recessed a special session tied to $7.6M in childcare subsidies, leaving providers worried about delayed payments. Sports tourism push (CNMI): Northern Marianas Sports Association says upgraded facilities like Oleai Sports Complex are key to attracting international competitions and training camps. Culture spotlight: Guam Museum shared the story of the kulo’, a rare CHamoru shell horn tied to ancestral life and long-distance sound.