Sports Tourism & Community Pride: The Guam Marianas Pro Korea Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship returned to Seoul with record participation, nearly doubling the 2024 turnout and reinforcing Guam’s growing pull as an international competition destination. Public Safety & Justice: FBI added Guam bingo fraud figure Michael Lizaso Marasigan to its “Most Wanted Fraudsters” list, offering up to $150,000 for information after he allegedly violated pretrial release conditions. Education Updates: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed two new laws supporting students—one creating a licensure framework for school psychologists and another allowing GDOE to use lapsed funds for campus and facility improvements. School Closure Tensions: Guam Education Board member Angel Sablan and Sen. Chris Barnett are pushing for a halt and more records before any southern school closures move forward. Culture & Heritage: U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda introduced a congressional resolution honoring 120 years since the first Filipino immigrants arrived in Hawaii, spotlighting the Sakadas’ legacy. Disability Support: The 32nd Guam System for Assistive Technology conference returns with “Unlocking the Everyday,” focused on practical tools for inclusion. Travel & Regional Growth: Guam and CNMI renewed their push to include the Philippines in the visa waiver program to boost tourism and air service. Health & Lifestyle: Food traceability is being framed as a chance for Guam-grown products to stand out, while Strides for the Cure announced its Oct. 3 Run/Walk to support cancer prevention programs.